Nike M5 (and M5E1, M88) Scale Data

Navigation and Links

Those who enjoy modeling sounding rockets are probably familiar with the name "Nike". The Nike M5 and M5E1 motors were originally developed for use in the boosters of the Nike-Ajax and Nike-Hercules missile systems, but they also found a place as major component in sounding rocket vehicles of various configurations. For more … Continue Reading ››

Scale Data & Photos 2012-01-27 Josh T

Aerobee 170 Data

The following is an Aerojet-General drawing sent to me by Glen Avalear back in 1991. Save the image or open in new tab/window to see full size. (Updated Dec 2014 with higher resolution scan.)

Scale Data & Photos 2012-01-27 Josh T

Saturn I Data

Saturn I Drawings

Dimensioned drawings of the Saturn I (Block 1 and Block 2 vehicles) and the Saturn IB are provided in Peter Alway's Rockets of the World, Fourth Edition , which is available through NARTS. The drawings in Rockets of the World are not nearly as detailed … Continue Reading ››

Scale Data & Photos 2012-01-27 Josh T

Saturn Construction Tips 3

How to Draw a Mitered Tank Template

PART 1 - Logistics of the Clustered Tanks PART 2 - How to Draw the Tank Fairing PART 3 - How to Draw a Mitered Tank Template

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Articles 2012-01-27 Josh T

Saturn Construction Tips 2

How to Draw the Tank Fairing

PART 1 - Logistics of the Clustered Tanks PART 2 - How to Draw the Tank Fairing PART 3 - How to Draw a Mitered Tank Template

Articles 2012-01-27 Josh T

Saturn I & IB Construction Tips

Part 1 -- Logistics of the Clustered Tanks

Some things to consider when scratch-building Saturn I or IB models of various scales, including two design options for the clustered tank transition section.

Articles 2012-01-27 Josh T

Astron Farside

The Farside is a classic 3-stage kit that was a primary inspiration at the age of four for Josh’s lifelong love of model rocketry. Rebuilt c. 1986-1987. Modified version by Jess in 2002.

Sport Models 2012-01-27 Josh T

Blorange 1 & 2

One of Jess’ first rocket kits. Blorange 1 is a Custom Rocket Co. Redliner kit with unusual metallic blue and fluorescent orange color scheme. Blorange 2 is a larger BT-60, D-powered version.

Sport Models 2012-01-27 Josh T