AeroTech Cheetah Mid-Power Rocket Kit 89016

AeroTech Cheetah Mid-Power Rocket Kit Overview

The AeroTech Cheetah Mid-Power Rocket Kit lives up to its namesake—simply fast! This Skill Level 3 altitude champion soars to over 4,000 feet on G80T power, making it AeroTech's premier high-altitude performer. The patented no-wadding ejection system and nylon parachute bring this cat back home flight after flight.

Key Features and Advanced Technology

• Altitude Champion: Soars to over 4,000 feet on G80T power—AeroTech's altitude record holder
• Speed Performance: Designed for fast, high-altitude flights with exceptional aerodynamics
• Precision Molded Airfoil Fins: Three durable polymer fins with aerodynamic profiles for stable flight
• Fin-Lok™ System: Unique mounting system distributes aerodynamic and thrust loads throughout integrated rocket structure
• Labyrinth™ Ejection Gas Cooling: Patented no-wadding system cools hot motor ejection gas to safely pressurize parachute bay
• Pre-Assembled Parachute: Rip-stop nylon parachute ensures gentle recovery
• Versatile Motor Mount: 29mm mount with screw-on aluminum retainer that doubles as 24mm adapter
• Heavy-Duty Launch Hardware: Includes 1/4-inch launch lugs and conformal rail guides

Technical Specifications

• Skill Level: 3 (Advanced Modeler - Moderate skills required)
• Length: 32 in. (81 cm)
• Diameter: 1.9 in. (47 mm)
• Weight: 10 oz. (280 g)
• Motor Mount: 29mm with 24mm adapter included
• Recovery: Rip-stop Nylon Parachute
• Fins: 3 Molded Polymer with Airfoil
• Décor: Self-adhesive Decals

Recommended Motors

First flight recommendation: Enerjet E20-7W. Compatible motors include E30-7T, F44-8W, F67-9W, G74-9W, G80-10T, and G80-13T. Other AeroTech S-U, RMS, LMS, and DMS motors with similar power designations are compatible. Consult RockSim or OpenRocket software for additional motor recommendations.

Required Launch Equipment (Sold Separately)

Flying with E, F, and G rocket motors requires an AeroTech Interlock Launch Controller (requires 12-volt battery, not included), 24mm Q-Jet™, Enerjet, or AeroTech rocket motors with FirstFire™ Initiators.

Assembly and Skill Requirements

This Skill Level 3 kit requires moderate skills in model rocket construction and finishing. Assembly, finishing, and glue drying time will take multiple sessions and up to a couple of days to complete properly. Quick, easy, neat, and precise assembly is enabled by the Enerjet Fin-Lok™ system. This kit requires assembly—hobby glues, finishing supplies, building tools, launch system, and rocket motors are not included.

Safety and Age Recommendations

Recommended for ages 12 to adult. Direct adult supervision is suggested for those under 16 years of age when flying model rockets of this size and power.

Complementary Products

Complete your mid-power rocketry setup with our AeroTech Interlock Launch Controller, AeroTech G80-10T Motor, AeroTech G74-9W 2-Motor Pack, AeroTech Initiator Mid-Power Rocket Kit, and AeroTech Firstfire Jr. Initiators. Browse our complete AeroTech Rockets collection and Model Rocketry collection.

For detailed technical specifications, motor data, and additional product information, visit https://www.aerotech-rocketry.com/.