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Model Rocket Motors

The rocket motor is the device in the model that creates the thrust force that propels the rocket into the air. They create the fire, smoke, and noise that make rocketry so exciting to watch.

On this page you will find links to the various rocket motors that we recommend in our kits. There are so many types of motors because there are so many styles of rocket kits. The motor you will select is based on a variety of factors, including:

  • The size of the rocket.
  • How heavy it is.
  • How fast you want it to fly.
  • How high you want it to go.

But don't feel overwhelmed. We are here to help you. And you will find that each kit has "recommended" motors. Use those motors as a guide in making your selection. But if you need additional help, just give us a call at: (719) 535-9335, or send us an email by clicking on the "email us" button to the left.

Please select from this list below what type of motors you are interested in.
Apogee's Medalist Motors
These are composite propellant rocket motors designed for high-performance rockets. The F10, with its 8 second burn time is the longest burning rocket motor on the planet. It will blow your mind. Click the more info button for additional details.
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Quest motors
Quest Motors
Quest makes a great alternative motor to that from Estes. We carry the "regular-size" A, B, and C which will fit in most all your small model rockets. Click on "more info" button to learn more about the motors and to place your order.
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Quest motors
Estes Motors
We offer a small selection of Estes motors, in the sizes that Quest does not make. By clicking on the "more info" button, you'll find detailed information about the 13mm diameter "mini-size" engines, and the 24mm diameter D12 engines that are good for lifting heavier rockets into the air.
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Econojet motors
Aerotech S/U & Econojet Motors
 
The single-use Aerotech and Econojet are mid-power size engines, which means they are bigger than the Estes D engines that are commonly known by experienced modelers. We carry the E and the F size single-use motors.
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Reload kits
Aerotech Reloadable Propellant Kits
Aerotech provides special propellant kits that can be used in reloadable motors. The advantage is that you save money because are cheap compared to single-use motors. The more times you fly, the more money you'll save. We have propellant kits for "E"-size motors up through "G"-size.
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Rouse-Tech Motors
Rouse-Tech Reloadable Cases
ROUSE-TECH manufactures the metal cases (called reload hardware) into which you install the Aerotech Propellant kits. They are specially designed for ease of use, durability, and they are fully compatible with the Aerotech reload kits. We have case sizes that will work with "E"-size motors up through "G"-size.
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Do you need help selecting the right motor? Just give us a call, or click the "email us" button.

Related Products:

Q. What is Recovery Wadding, and why do I need it?

A. Click Here for more information about Recovery Wadding.
Estes Mid-Power Launch Pad

Igniters:

Q. Which igniters should I buy for Quest and Estes Motors?

A. Get the NEW Quest "Q2" ingiters. Click Here for more information.
Quest Q2 Igniters

Q. Which igniters should I buy for The Apogee "Medalist" or the Aerotech Econojet Motors?

A. Get the copperhead ingiters. Click Here for more information.
Copperhead Igniters

Q. Which igniters should I buy for larger composite propellant motors?

A. Get the First Fire Jr.™ ingiters. Click Here for more information.
First Fire Jr. Igniters

Q. How easy is it to hook up and launch a cluster rocket?

A. It is pretty simple. The only thing special you need is a clip whip to hook up both igniters at the same time.
clip whip

Additional Information About Rocket Motors

Here are some links to articles that are here on the Apogee web site that contain information about selecting and using rocket motors. Just because there is a lot of information to absorb, don't feel overwhelmed. Just give us a call at: (719) 535-9335, or send us an email by clicking on the "email us" button on the navigation bar to the left.

  • What to expect when you launch your model rocket. Click Here.

  • How do black powder propellant rocket motors work? Click Here.

  • How to select rocket engines - a step-by-step guide. Click Here

  • How do you use the Quest Tiger-Tail igniter? Click Here.

  • Where to purchase black powder motors? Click Here.

  • What exactly is "composite propellant?" How does it differ from black powder?
    Click Here.

  • How do "Composite" propellant rocket motors work? Click Here.

  • What kind of igniters do you use for composite propellant motors? Click Here.

  • Learn how Black Powder "Multi-stage" rocket motors work. Click Here.

  • Why aren't there any "composite propellant" booster stage motors? Click Here.

  • How do you stage "Composite Propellant" rocket engines? See Newsletter #91

  • What is the Hibachi effect in a composite motor? Click Here.

  • How do you choose the right rocket motor for your rocket? Click Here.

  • How do you determine the Maximum Lift-Off Weight for a rocket motor? Click Here.

  • How does a piston launcher increase the performance of a rocket motor? Click Here.

  • Learn the theory and the laws-of-physics behind rocket propulsion. Click Here.

Actual Customer Comment:

"I should mention that I was impressed both with the promptness of order processing and the nice email I got telling me that the order was shipping today. Kudos to your order processing department!" -- David Yarashus

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This page last updated on: 08/08/08