[EDIT]Some of you might feel that this is Verrrry interestink... (but others might feel it's not very funny)... I've finally managed to get the Citation Series Red Max (MK-2) finished (to the best of my ability).
MAJOR UPDATE (FEB 27,2023): All previous versions and variants of the Red Max are KAPUT!!! With the new version of OpenRocket allowing fins to have separate appearances on the sides of the fins now, the need for PBTS for air fins has been eliminated
*. No more needing to delete the PBTs for flight info. However, until OR can accommodate freeform mass objects (such as engine hooks) there is still a need for PBTs to allow for proper positioning. You should delete the old files and download the updated files that are at the bottom of this post.
*The MDRM still has a PBT for the plywood cores of the fins, and this should be deleted for flightworthy data.
The Der Red Max was originally released as a Citation Series kit, and listed as the "Red Max"
as seen in the scans on Ninfinger's site. It had a plastic nosecone, which would make it the PNC-60AH injection molded nosecone, and not the slightly longer blow molded version. I modeled the markings on the 1971 catalog. However, as I wasn't able to turn up the Citation's instructions,
I used the later 0651's instructions found on JimZ's site for the sim. In the past lots of air fins were needed for this sim (they're all attached to a single PBH so a simple deletion of that will make it suitable for flight sims). However, with OR 22.02, those air fins have been eliminated... Same Great Look... Less to delete. I also managed to get an original Citation Red Max (with box), and someone pointed out that the original color called for the kit was... Orange. So, If you've got an original Citation Red Max, it'll look a little different than the more common (more recent) versions.
The Der Big Red Max (1977) came out later...
Markings are based on the 1980 catalog,
plans were found on JimZ's site. Again, originally, it needed lots of air fins, all attached to a single PBH so a simple deletion of that would make it suitable for flight sims. However, I've updated the files for this sim using OR 22.02, and the air fins are gone now. Download the updated sim below. From the photos found online, this kit clearly came in two varieties... One with the two-piece, injection molded nosecone, and the one-piece, blow molded nosecone. I'm still trying to secure a copy of the blow molded version's nosecone.
In 2007, Estes re-released the Der Red Max with the same kit number as in the past, 0651.
This sim's measurements were taken from my personal sample (decals dated 04/15/14). Fins were imported in from my own scan. Markings are based on the facecard.
Instructions can be found on Estes' website.
Here's a concept DRM variant... The Der Big Red Max II.
It's an "E" Powered two stage, payload version, of the Der Big Red Max (1977). To build it, you'd need two DRMs (for the decals, one nosecone, a parachute and shock cord, and the booster/payload section body tubes), two "E" sized Motor Mounts, an 18" body tube, a tube coupler, and a Balsa Nosecone Block (w/screw eye).
The Pro Series II is finally finished
Thanks to dhbarr, I have scans of the MDRM's decals with a ruler for scale (see posts below).
In the past, for appearance needs, I had a PBT with air fins to get the decals right. Now, with OR 22.02 those are gone. However, I still have a PBT for the plywood cores of the fins. For flight performance characteristics you should delete that PBT, and adjust your mass override accordingly.
Here's the sim for the Estes Der Big Red Max Pro Series II (9721)
Decal placement is based on the box image. However, I didn't rotate the decals on the fins. Sadly, in the delay between getting the decals scans, and the sim, I've forgotten who sent them. For that I apologize.
[EDIT] If you were one of the first 41 people to download the Der Big Red Max Pro Series II's file, you need to download it again (along with all the other versions of the Red Max sims.[/EDIT]
Today I got the Estes Mini Max (2445) finished.
This sim was made with OR 22.02. Gone are the PBTs needed for the fins... YAY!!! The only "trick" is the PBT needed for the engine hook. Delete it for accurate flight info. Model measurements based on my personal sample. Markings are based on the face card... Though I didn't crop the top of the "M" in the "Mini". Also, my "flames" will appear in line with the motor, and not offset as the facecard shows (look it up...).
Files are available on JimZ's site.
Thanks to LW Bercini, and dhbarr for their help on these sims.
If you like these, or any other sims, please feel free to drop them a "Like".
Other questions or feedback should be posted in the *NEW* feedback thread.
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