Estes - Explorer Aquarius (#2016) Gallery

[JAL3]

I think the Explorer Aquarius was one of the more distinctive designs Estes produced. Its definitely not just fins and a nose cone. Mine is a stock finish but it still garners favorable comment when it comes out to fly.

The build thread is here: https://www.rocketryforum.com/showthread.php?t=7276

The albums are here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/23694991@N03/collections/72157622674258319/

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[les]

Here is my Explorer Aquarius.

I have a review on EMMR
https://www.rocketreviews.com/reviews/all/oop_est_explorer_aquarius.shtml
I love this rocket. I always get good comments when I bring it out.
Les

 

[Micromeister]

Another KEWL Estes Model.
Liked it so much I had to micro it as well.

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[JAL3]

Welcome to the Estes Explorer Aquarius (#2016) Gallery on TRF.

This gallery showcases the Estes Explorer Aquarius (#2016) and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:


Estes: Explorer Aquarius: #2016
McCoy's Micro Wonder Works (MMWW): Micro Explorer Aquarius: #243



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

 

[JAL3]

Estes Explorer Aquarius (#2016) Basic Information.

Estes Industries

MODEL NAME: Explorer Aquarius Also known as:

NUMBER: #2016

Introduced: 1989
Final Year: 1994
Designer:

Type: Exotic
Motor Mount:
Recovery: 1x24mm
Stages: 1
Length: 21.75"
Diameter: 2.75'
Span:
Weight: 4.2 OZ

Mfg. Description: Futuristic craft used in the exploration of distant star systems. Almost two feet long this model will test your construction skills. It's beautiful on display and in flight. Includes removable plastic display engine nozzles. (Estes 1989 Catalog)

Advertising Liveries​

Estes 1989 Catalog

Estes 1990 Catalog

Estes 1993 Catalog

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.

 

[JAL3]

MMWW (Estes) Explorer Aquarius (#243) Basic Information.

McCoy's Micro Wonder Works (MMWW)

MODEL NAME: Micro Explorer Aquarius Also known as:

NUMBER: #243

Introduced: 2000
Final Year:
Designer: John McCoy

Type: Exotic, Downscale
Motor Mount: 1x10.5mm or 1x6mm
Recovery: Streamer
Stages: 1
Length:
Diameter:
Span:
Weight:

Mfg. Description: 1:337735 Downscale (Plan)

Advertising Liveries​

Plan Image

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.

 

[KSoldier]

This would make an awesome cluster. Has anyone ever tried it before?

 

[jimzcatz]

Central CTI L820 and 2 J520s

 

[jimzcatz]

My 4.15X Upscale using central 5.5" tube. I also have a 4" version.

 

[Fishhead]

Just realized that I haven't flown mine since 2013. Time to get digging.