Estes - Ventris (#9701) Gallery

[Rex R]

I built mine mostly according to the instructions...I did however turn the upper section into an Altimeter1 bay.

 

[i luv duct tape]

that looks sick. i have to get one of those. i dont care that it costs $60. ill go to hobby lobby and get one with a 40% coupon. i have to get one! it will be after i get my ACME spitfire though

 

[Rex R]

if you don't already have one, I could suggest a 29mm rms case and some reloads...a 6 second delay looks about right .
rex

 

[BEC]

Two shots of mine - on the pad before the first flight and then with my granddaughter the day after its third flight. Two flights on Estes (Aerotech) F50-6s and one on a Cesaroni G83 set to a 7 second delay (my first 29mm reloadable flight). The altimeter aboard (PerfectFlite Pnut) shows that the 7s delay was ever so slightly short.....but it looked perfect from the ground. 9s would've been too much.

The two F flights went to around 1150 feet. The G to 1710 feet.

 

[Rex R]

looks like you got a good 'do' on the roll pattern. nice rocket.
rex

 

[BEC]

Thanks. The roll pattern looks good if you don't get too close. I was in a hurry to get it done for last weekend and damaged the decal (from Excelsior) trying to get it on.

 

[Boosterdude]

Both of them look great! I started mine this morning, it's a nice size rocket. Other than replacing the shock cord, I'm going to use rail buttons.

 

[GDJ]

Started mine last night...... Might be doing something with the fins.....haven't decided....

 

[rstaff3]

Here are a few shots of mine. It flew this past weekend on an F32-6. The delay was long but it recovered well nonetheless. Next up will be a G flight.

 

[sandman]

Has Anybody ever noticed this?

The Estes Reflector.

BT-50 body, BT-55 payload 18mm motors.

Very strong family resemblance.

I'm just saying.

 

[qquake2k]

Here are a few shots of mine. It flew this past weekend on an F32-6. The delay was long but it recovered well nonetheless. Next up will be a G flight.

I envy your launchsite! Look at all that flat green grass!

 

[GDJ]

Has Anybody ever noticed this?

The Estes Reflector.

BT-50 body, BT-55 payload 18mm motors.

Very strong family resemblance.View attachment 86713

I'm just saying.

Yeah, I noticed.

Actually I like the Reflector's fins better than the Ventris fins.

 

[sandman]

Yeah, I noticed.

Actually I like the Reflector's fins better than the Ventris fins.

Yea! Me too.

 

[rstaff3]

I personally love the Ventris' fin style. I've used the general shape many times over the years. I got it originally from the fin patterns provided in the old Designer's Special https://rocketdungeon.blogspot.com/2011/09/fin-patterns.html Attached is an old scratch built of mine that also resembles the Ventris.

 

[MadChimp]

One of my first builds after getting back into model rockets after about a 20 year break. Only one flight so far on a Estes G40-7w and it reached 2038ft.

 

[GDJ]

Love it!

 

[Rex R]

a suggestion. if your ventris is likely to land on a rock hard surface one might want a some what larger chute say 25". 24" is a tad small for landing on pavement.
rex

 

[JAL3]

Welcome to the Estes Ventris (#9701) Gallery on TRF.

This gallery showcases the Estes Ventris (#9701) and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:


Estes: Ventris: #9701



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

 

[JAL3]

Estes Ventris (#9701) Basic Information.

Estes Industries

MODEL NAME: Ventris Also known as: Pro Series II Ventris

NUMBER: #9701

Introduced: 2012
Final Year:
Designer:

Type: Sport
Motor Mount: 1x29mm
Recovery: Parachute
Stages: 1
Length: 46.25 in. (117.5 cm)
Diameter: 2.5 in. (6.4 cm)
Span:
Weight: 15.6 oz. (442.3 g)

Mfg. Description: Pro Series II

Awesome is what the Ventris is! Introduced in 2011, the Pro Series II line features "big boy" toys!

The Ventris launches on composite motors and has through the wall fin mounting. An awesome feature to this series is the new quick release motor retention system (Motor Retainer Set - also sold separately). Though massive looking, the construction of this kit is not difficult. Building and finish work can easily be accomplished over a few days.

Sure to be a crowd pleaser, the Ventris is just waiting to be added to your collection! (Estes 2012 Web Ad)

Advertising Liveries​

2012 Catalog

2012 Web Ad

2012 Ventris Painting Guide

Face Card(s)​

Instruction Header(s)​

First post in this thread featuring this rocket.

See Also:
TRF Build Threads
TheSamurai

TRF Applicable Threads
[https://www.rocketryforum.com/showthread.php?46815-The-Ventris-is-finished]Ventris is Finished[/url]
Heavy Ventris

LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews
Mfg. Page


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

 

[Neuport]

Here's mine in missile livery.

Build thread

 

[qquake2k]

One of my first builds after getting back into model rockets after about a 20 year break. Only one flight so far on a Estes G40-7w and it reached 2038ft.

Love the livery!

 

[qquake2k]

a suggestion. if your ventris is likely to land on a rock hard surface one might want a some what larger chute say 25". 24" is a tad small for landing on pavement.
rex

Would 1" really make that much difference?

 

[qquake2k]

Here's mine in missile livery.

Build thread

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I love it!

 

[Rex R]

1" increase in diameter cuts .5 mph off the landing speed, which should reduce the flexing of the body tube quite a bit(and reduce the apperence of spiral lines in the paint).
rex

 

[paul.nortness]

Here's mine

 

[Bubba02STi]

I think this one will be my next rocket... It screams awesome

 

[Fishhead]

Valspar gloss white, Testors bright red gloss and black metallic. Decals are generic wraps that I scaled up and printed on inkjet decal paper, along with a vintage Estes decal from one of the old decal scans at YORS.

 

[rbelknap]

Here's mine:

Standard paint-scheme with roll-pattern vinyl decals from StickerShock.

 

[qquake2k]

That looks great, Robert! Hope I get to see it Saturday!

 

[rbelknap]

That looks great, Robert! Hope I get to see it Saturday!

That's the plan. Heck I might even fly it.