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Welcome to the Estes (Astron) Gyroc (K-24 or #1224) Gallery on TRF.
This gallery showcases the Estes (Astron) Gyroc (K-24 or #1224) and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:
BMS: Gyroc: K24
Estes: (Astron) Gyroc: K-24 or #1224
McCoy's Micro Wonder Works (MMWW): Gyroc Tri-Fin: #284
Thrustline: Gyroc: TACL-009
as well as any upscales, downscales, clones, kitbashes or other derivative works. Even Goonies qualify!
Last edited by JAL3; 6th August 2012 at 02:02 AM.
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NAR 87285, L1 8 March 2008
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I used to tell Mom, "...I want to fly rockets when I grow up!"
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Estes (Astron) Gyroc (K-24 or #1224) Basic Information.
Estes Industries
MODEL NAME: Astron Gyroc Also known as: Gyroc
NUMBER: K-24 or #1224
Introduced: 1965
Final Year: 1983
Designer:
Type: Sport
Motor Mount: 1x18mm
Recovery: Helicopter
Stages: 1
Length: 9.75"
Diameter: 0.736"
Span:
Weight: 0.58 oz
Mfg. Description: Sky-high performance, plus a unique, dependable recovery system, make this model a perfect addition to your rocket fleet. With light weight and streamlined design, the Gyroc soars to amazing altitudes. Helicopter recovery brings it back gently, close to the launcher. A $1.25 value, the Gyroc is available only as a free bonus when you order $5.00 or more of other kits and supplies. (Estes 1967 Catalog)
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This rocket did not appear in the 1968 Catalog.
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Excellent performance and amazing recovery system make the unique Gyroc a "bird" you'll want to own. Its unusual design gives this rocket the ability to reach high altitudes and return safely with helicopter rocovery for minimum drift with wind. Comes complete with all instructions and parts. Engines not included. (Estes 1969 Catalog)
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First post in this thread featuring this rocket.
See Also: LINKS
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If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.
Last edited by JAL3; 5th March 2013 at 06:26 AM.
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John A. Lee O.S.L.
Alamo Rocketeers NAR Section 661
NAR 87285, L1 8 March 2008
TRA 03040, L1 8 March 2008
Photos of the "Fleet": http://www.flickr.com/photos/23694991@N03/
I used to tell Mom, "...I want to fly rockets when I grow up!"
She said, "Make up your mind, you can't do both!"
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MMWW (Estes) Gyroc Tri-Fin (#284) Basic Information.
McCoy's Micro Wonder Works (MMWW)
MODEL NAME: Gyroc Tri-Fin Also known as:
NUMBER: #284
Introduced: 2002
Final Year:
Designer: John McCoy
Type: Sport, Downscale
Motor Mount: 1x6mm or 1x10.5mm
Recovery: Helicopter
Stages: 1
Length:
Diameter:
Span:
Weight:
Mfg. Description: DESC
Advertising Liveries
Face Card(s)
First post in this thread featuring this rocket.
See Also: LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews
Mfg. Page
If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.
Last edited by JAL3; 29th November 2011 at 05:14 AM.
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John A. Lee O.S.L.
Alamo Rocketeers NAR Section 661
NAR 87285, L1 8 March 2008
TRA 03040, L1 8 March 2008
Photos of the "Fleet": http://www.flickr.com/photos/23694991@N03/
I used to tell Mom, "...I want to fly rockets when I grow up!"
She said, "Make up your mind, you can't do both!"
Rocket Powered Preacher
Thrustline Gyroc (TACL-009) Basic Information.
Thrustline Aerospace
MODEL NAME: Gyroc Also known as:
NUMBER: TACL-009
Introduced:
Final Year:
Designer:
Type: Sport, Clone
Motor Mount: 1x18mm
Recovery: Helicopter
Stages: 1
Length:
Diameter:
Span:
Weight:
Mfg. Description: DESC
Advertising Liveries
Thrustline 2008 Web Ad
Face Card(s)
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Instruction Header(s)
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First post in this thread featuring this rocket.
See Also: LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews
Mfg. Page
If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.
Last edited by JAL3; 15th March 2012 at 04:15 AM.
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John A. Lee O.S.L.
Alamo Rocketeers NAR Section 661
NAR 87285, L1 8 March 2008
TRA 03040, L1 8 March 2008
Photos of the "Fleet": http://www.flickr.com/photos/23694991@N03/
I used to tell Mom, "...I want to fly rockets when I grow up!"
She said, "Make up your mind, you can't do both!"
Rocket Powered Preacher
BMS Gyroc (K24) Basic Information.
Balsa Machining Service (BMS)
MODEL NAME: Gyroc Also known as:
NUMBER: K24
Introduced:
Final Year:
Designer:
Type: Sport, Helicopter, Clone
Motor Mount: 1x18mm
Recovery: Helicopter
Stages: 1
Length:
Diameter:
Span:
Weight:
Mfg. Description:
Advertising Liveries
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Face Card(s)
[img][/img]
Instruction Header(s)
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First post in this thread featuring this rocket.
See Also: LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews
Mfg. Page
If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.
Last edited by JAL3; 6th August 2012 at 02:16 AM.
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John A. Lee O.S.L.
Alamo Rocketeers NAR Section 661
NAR 87285, L1 8 March 2008
TRA 03040, L1 8 March 2008
Photos of the "Fleet": http://www.flickr.com/photos/23694991@N03/
I used to tell Mom, "...I want to fly rockets when I grow up!"
She said, "Make up your mind, you can't do both!"
Micro Craftman/ClusterNut
Over the years i've built several size Gyrocs. From the original to a 3X upscale.. but never had much luck with the things.
Seems no matter how lightly I built or got the fin tabs to work the helicopter recovery always landed with the Nose Stuck in the ground at least an 1" or so.
Not to bad in soft grass fields but hard packed summer fields did in most after just a couple flights.
Sometime mid 80's someone suggested perhaps adding a 3rd fin "might" help lower the recovery speed. A couple tries later mine still don't recovery all that softly but at least doesn't crimp the tube so badly.
thought I'd try a Micro version to see if that would be soft enough to bring the Gyroc down without sticking staight up in the grass or ground.
NOPE! even this TINY 4.2gram T2+ size model comes in pretty fast and sticks stright up in the grass or ground. Spins really well but I guess it's something I'm doing? A fun flyer anyway.
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Last edited by JAL3; 29th November 2011 at 05:13 AM.
Keep em Flyin Micronzied
John
Mrcluster/Micromeister
Nar-15731
Co-moderator MicroMaxRockets yahoo group.
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/MicroMaxRockets/
Shredding since 1997
Built from the BMS Clone Kit
Launched on a 1/2A6-2 - Good flight!
Last edited by JAL3; 6th August 2012 at 02:13 AM.
Jeff Gortatowsky
Redondo Beach, CA. NAR 70988 Level 2
2013 Stats: Flights: 51
Approximate Total Impulse: 8,562Ns (Equivalent to a 67% M motor.)
Approx. Average Cost per flight: $15.47USD
Approx. Total RETAIL Cost: $789USD (Not necessarily what I paid)
Link will take you to: About me, The Flights, and The Fleet
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Nice rocket Jeff.
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NAR 87285, L1 8 March 2008
TRA 03040, L1 8 March 2008
Photos of the "Fleet": http://www.flickr.com/photos/23694991@N03/
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