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product_id: 13802178
title: "Estes 2169 Dragonite Rocket-Building Kit, Beginner Snap-Together Flying-Rocket-Model Kit for Ages 10+"
brand: "estes"
price: "B/.6"
currency: PAB
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reviews_count: 8
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# precolored decals included 925 ft max altitude snap-together assembly Estes 2169 Dragonite Rocket-Building Kit, Beginner Snap-Together Flying-Rocket-Model Kit for Ages 10+

**Brand:** estes
**Price:** B/.6
**Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Snap, Assemble, and Soar—Own the Sky with Dragonite!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Estes 2169 Dragonite Rocket-Building Kit, Beginner Snap-Together Flying-Rocket-Model Kit for Ages 10+ by estes
- **How much does it cost?** B/.6 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.pa](https://www.desertcart.com.pa/products/13802178-estes-2169-dragonite-rocket-building-kit-beginner-snap-together-flying)

## Best For

- estes enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted estes brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Blast Off to 925 Feet:** Experience thrilling high-altitude flights that put you ahead of the pack.
- • **Snap & Launch in Minutes:** No glue, no mess—just quick, satisfying assembly for busy pros and hobbyists alike.
- • **STEM-Driven Fun for All Ages:** Perfect for families and aspiring aerospace minds, blending education with excitement.
- • **Vibrant, Ready-to-Fly Design:** Precolored body and decals deliver pro-level aesthetics without the wait.
- • **Trusted Estes Quality & Safety:** Built to NAR safety standards, ensuring every launch is as safe as it is spectacular.

## Overview

The Estes 2169 Dragonite Rocket-Building Kit is a beginner-friendly, snap-together model rocket designed for ages 10+. Standing 16 inches tall, it reaches altitudes up to 925 feet using compatible Estes engines (sold separately). Featuring a precolored body, decals, and a 12-inch recovery parachute, this kit offers quick assembly without glue, making it ideal for STEM education and family fun. Built with high-quality plastic and adhering to NAR safety codes, the Dragonite delivers a safe, exciting rocket launch experience.

## Description

Product Description               The 2169 Dragonite model-rocket-building kit encourages beginner rocket enthusiasts to unleash their creativity and take their imagination to new heights. Designed for adults and kids ages 10+ (supervision recommended for ages under 12), this snap-together rocket model design can be put together in just minutes using the uniquely molded plastic fin set and precolored body tube. The 16-inch-tall model reaches altitudes of up to 925 ft. when powered by Estes standard engines (sold separately). This rocket-building kit includes the reusable parts for launch, including a nose cone, precolored plastic fins, a body tube, and a recovery parachute.Perfect for families, hobbyists, or aspiring rocketeers, the 2169 Dragonite rocket model offers hands-on beginner-level experience in engineering and aerospace. After just a few minutes of preparation, this rocket will be ready for proud display or launch prep.To launch this rocket, you will need an Estes Porta Pad II Launch Pad, an Electron Beam Launch Controller, compatible Estes model-rocket engines, Starters, Recovery Wadding, and any extra materials listed in the directions (sold separately). Always follow the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code during operation.Estes rocket kits are built from the highest-quality components and designed around the unforgettable experience of pressing “launch.” Our hobby and STEM educational products range across all skill levels, interests, and power levels. Unleash the space dreamer and science enthusiast in you with an Estes model rocket!                  From the Manufacturer               High performance model rocketry that's SNAP. The 16 inches (40.6 cm) Dragonite is the newest addition to the Estes Snaps line of model rockets. When you don't have lots of time for building and painting rocket, this is your best bet. Snap together rockets are perfect for young, new rocketeers. With this rocket, you can experience the thrill of building and flying your own high performance model rocket without gluing or waiting. The Dragonite rocket kit literally snaps together in minutes with the uniquely molded plastic fin set. The pre colored body tube attaches easily and the die cut decals are breeze to apply. In just minutes you will have built your first model rocket that looks like it was made by pro. As easy as the Dragonite is to assemble, the main feature is the high performance flight profile which can easily reach altitudes over 1,100' (335 m) on standard Estes engines. Recovery of your rocket after each cloud-topping flight is provided by colorful, 12 inches (30 cm) preassembled parachute. An Estes launch system and flight supplies are required sold separately. Recommended For Ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12.

## Features

- BEGINNER MODEL-ROCKET-BUILDING KIT: This Estes rocket-building kit offers adults and kids ages 10+ the chance to easily snap together and blast off our 2169 Dragonite rocket model. It includes the rocket parts, design decals, a recovery parachute, and instructions. It requires rocket engines, Starters, Recovery Wadding, a launch pad system, and 4 high-quality 1.5-volt AA alkaline batteries for launch use (sold separately).
- SOARS UP TO 925 FT.: Our 2169 Dragonite model rocket is made with a high-performance flight profile, a 16-inch height, a 12-inch parachute, and a projected altitude of 925 ft. (282 m) on a C6-7 Estes rocket engine (sold separately). It is also compatible with A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, and C6-5 rocket engines.
- READY TO BUILD: Our beginner rocket kit features a glueless, snap-together design for a quick and easy assembly process that lets you spend more time flying! Pair it with a Porta Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller (sold separately) for a quick path to launch.
- SAFETY FIRST, FUN ALWAYS: Our rockets are designed to be used with the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code. Always ensure you have an appropriate launch site, stand back at least 15 ft., insert the safety key, issue a countdown, and then you can let your rocket fly!
- WE IGNITE IMAGINATIONS: Since 1958, Estes has created educational rocket kits designed for an unforgettable launch experience. As a family-owned company, we have grown to offer exciting STEM products that engage aspiring rocketeers and the future minds of aerospace.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Material Type | Plastic |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Item Weight | 0.1 Pounds |
| Item Dimensions | 2 x 7 x 17 inches |
| Additional Features | Snap-together design |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Theme | Sport |
| Color | Multicolor |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Estes
- **Age Range (Description):** Children 10 up
- **Color:** Multicolor
- **Theme:** Sport
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 2 x 7 x 17 inches

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Luv it
*by T***Y on January 10, 2025*

Cool to play with

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not so easy
*by E***D on September 17, 2021*

I'm an experienced modeller...and this kit is not EX...it's more like skill level II

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ First Model Rocket
*by A***E on May 22, 2013*

We bought this rocket for a Boy Scout campout rocket launch.This rocket is easy to put together. My 10 year old with a little help was able to put it together in a short amount of time. Instructions were clear and there were not too many pieces. My son enjoyed decorating the rocket with the stickers provided.We launched the rocket three times using the size A engines. They gave this super light rocket enough lift to make it entertaining while still being able to recover the rocket. In a wide open space, I would even use size B engines but nothing more unless you are just looking for one spectacular launch and then plan on saying "goodbye" to your rocket. My son wanted very much to keep his rocket and to fire it over and over, so we stuck with size A engines.This kit only comes with the rocket and the recovery parachute.You will need to purchase engines, recovery wadding, a launch pad and a launch controller.We used the Estes 302215 Porta-Pad II Launch Pad with the Estes 302220 Electron Beam Launch Controller and these items worked well together.Be careful with engines you purchase. This rocket uses Estes A8-3 Model Rocket Engines and Estes B4-4 rocket engines. They can be purchased in packs of 3. For some reason the A8-3 rocket engines came with the recovery wading, but the B4-4 engines did not.The recovery wadding is necessary if you want to fire your rocket more than once. Without it the recovery chute is melted on the first try. We used 6 pieces of wadding with each launch and the recovery chute was never damaged. Another boy used the same rocket but no wadding and the first time it was fired, the chute to the rocket came down with a large hole melted in the middle. DO NOT skip the wadding step unless you want an unhappy child after the first launch. In fact, buy extra wadding. Not enough really comes with the engines. (With the size A engines there was only enough wadding for 4 pieces to be used per launch.)Overall this is a great first rocket.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-22*