Centuri - Defender Space Probe (KC-35 or #5095) Gallery

[JAL3]

Welcome to the Centuri Defender Space Probe (KC-35 or #5095) Gallery on TRF.

This gallery showcases the Centuri Defender Space Probe and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:

Centuri: Defender Space Probe: KC-35 or #5095
Semroc: Defender Space Probe: KV-60



as well as any upscales, downscales, clones, kitbashes or other derivative works. Even Goonies qualify!

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[JAL3]

Centuri Defender Space Probe (KC-35 or #5095) Basic Information.

http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/logos/centuri_engineering.gif Centuri Engineering

Defender Space Probe

KC-35 or #5095

Introduced: 1967
Final Year: 1970
Designer:

Type: cluster/sport/payload
Motor Mount: 3x18mm
Recovery: parachute
Stages: 1
Length: 21"
Diameter: 1.64"
Span:
Weight: 2.0 oz

Mfg. Description: The Defender represents the latest in futuristic aero space design as applied to model rocketry. Launch your payload (up to 3 ounces) in either of two compartments to high altitudes with 3-Enging cluster thrust. The Defender is a real challenge for the experienced modeler. Kit comes complete with all parts, decals, detailed assembly instructions and engine clustering and launching information. Engines not included. Recovers safely by a large 20" two color parachute. (Centuri 1967 Catalog)

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The Defender represents the latest in futuristic aero space design as applied to model rocketry. Launch your payload (up to 3 ounces) in either of two compartments to high altitudes with 3-Enging cluster thrust. The Defender is a real challenge for the experienced modeler. Kit comes complete with all parts, decals, detailed assembly instructions and engine clustering and launch information. Engines not included. Recovers safely by a large 20" two color parachute. (Centuri 1968 Catalog)

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Now launch up to 3 ounces of payload to high altitudes with 3 engine cluster thrust. A real challenge for the experienced modeler yet easy to build. Kit comes complete with illustrated assembly instruction, decals, large 20" parachute, plus technical report #TIR-52 on "Reliable Clustering Techniques". (Centuri 1969 Catalog)

http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/liveries/centuri-defender%20space%20probe-1967%20cat%20livery.jpg Centuri 1967 Catalog http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/liveries/centuri-defender%20space%20probe-1968%20cat%20livery.jpg Centuri 1968 Catalog http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/liveries/centuri-defender%20space%20probe-1969%20cat%20livery.jpg Centuri 1969 Catalog

http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/liveries/centuri-defender%20space%20probe-facecard.jpg

First post in this thread featuring this rocket.

See Also: LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews (http://www.rocketreviews.com/defender-space-probe---centuri-5095-kc-35-1967-1970.html)
Mfg. Page


If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.

[JAL3]

Semroc Defender Space Probe (KV-60) Basic Information.

http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/logos/semroc.gif Semroc Astronautics

Defender Space Probe, Defender

KV-60

Introduced:
Final Year:
Designer:

Type: Cluster/Sport/Payload
Motor Mount: 3x18mm
Recovery: Parachute
Stages: 1
Length: 22.4" (56.9 cm)
Diameter: 1.64" (4.2 cm)
Span: 5.4" (13.7 cm)
Weight: 2.0 oz (55.8 g)

Mfg. Description: 1967 Retro Repro (Semroc Web Ad)

http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/liveries/semroc-defender%20space%20probe-2011%20web%20livery.jpg Semroc 2011 Web Ad

http://www.rocketryforum.com/images/galleries/liveries/semroc-defender%20space%20probe-facecard.jpg

First post in this thread featuring this rocket. (http://www.rocketryforum.com/showthread.php?p=186508#post186508)

See Also: LINKS
EMRR (http://archive.rocketreviews.com/reviews/all/sem_defender.shtml)
RocketReviews (http://www.rocketreviews.com/defender---semroc.html)
Mfg. Page (http://www.semroc.com/Store/scripts/RocketKits.asp?SKU=KV-60)


If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.

[JAL3]

This was my second clustered model. It is a Semroc Retro Repro. I remember the build as being fairly simple but the painting was a nightmare. I tried to paint it after assembly. It was also my first time using an airgun.

I like the "classic" American rocket look of it.

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[hcmbanjo]

Today I started building the
Semroc DEFENDER
on my rocket blog at:
www.modelrocketbuilding.blogspot.com

It was painted in subassemblies and glued together afterwards.
That'll all be covered in the blog posts.
Stop by and build along!


Post copied to gallery with permission

[Spacepirate R]

I went with gold paint.

http://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu272/Frischb/Model%20Rockets/IMGA0564.jpg

http://i655.photobucket.com/albums/uu272/Frischb/Model%20Rockets/IMGA0565.jpg