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Welcome to the Centuri Micro-Probe (KB-10) Gallery on TRF.

This gallery showcases the Centuri Micro-Probe (KB-10) and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:


Centuri: Micro-Probe: KB-10
Centuri: Micro-Probe: KB-22 or #5052



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



 
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Centuri Micro-Probe (KB-10) Basic Information.

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Centuri Engineering

MODEL NAME: Micro-Probe Also known as:

NUMBER: KB-10

Introduced: 1964
Final Year: 1964
Designer:

Type: 2 Stage
Motor Mount:
Recovery:
Stages: 2
Length: 12"
Diameter:
Span:
Weight: 0.75 oz

Mfg. Description: The ultimate in reliable multi-stage miniaturization. May be flown as either two stage or single stage. Model weighs only 3/4 oz. Reaches altitudes in excess of 2,000 ft. Basic two stage design makes this kit ideal for both beginners and novices. (Centuri 1964 Catalog)


Advertising Liveries

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Centuri 1964 Catalog


Face Card(s)



Instruction Header(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.
 
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Centuri Micro-Probe (KB-22 or #5052) Basic Information.

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Centuri Engineering

MODEL NAME: Micro-Probe Also known as:

NUMBER: KB-22 or #5052

Introduced: 1965
Final Year: 1971
Designer:

Type: Payload, 2 Stage
Motor Mount: 1x18mm/1x18mm
Recovery: Tumble/Parachute
Stages: 2
Length: 16"
Diameter: 1.0"
Span:
Weight: 1.1 oz

Mfg. Description: All new in every detail! This kit is the perfect beginning multi-stager for the aspiring rocketeer. Using the new, reliable dual-lock stage coupling system, the Micro-Probe caries your payload to well over 1800 feet and returns it safely by parachute. (Centuri 1965 Catalog)

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All new in every detail! This kit is the perfect beginning multi-stager for the aspiring rocketeer. Using the new, reliable dual-lock stage coupling system, the Micro-Probe caries your payload to well over 1800 feet. The plastic see-thru compartment allows you to see the payload without removing the capsule. This model may be flown either single or multi-stage. (Centuri 1967 Catalog)

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1968 Catalog text identical to 1967 Catalog

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A perfect beginning "multi-stager" for that aspiring rocketeer. Using Centuri's reliable "dual-lock" stage coupling system, the MICRO PROBE can carry your payloads to over 1800 feet. Use clear plastic capsule to launch insects or other specimens. Booster "tumble recovers" while 2nd stage returns safely by parachute. Fly the MICRO PROBE with or without booster. Decals also included. (Centuri 1969 Catalog)

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Using Centuri's new Pass-Port Staging System, the MICRO PROBE can carry your payloads to very high altitudes. Use the clear plastic capsule to launch insects and other specimens. Booster "tumble-recovers" while the 2nd stage returns safely by parachute. May be flown with or without booster. Includes decals. (Centuri 1971 Catalog)

Advertising Liveries

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1965 Catalog
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1967 Catalog
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1968 Catalog

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1969 Catalog
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1971 Catalog


Face Card(s)



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.
 
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