Rocket, Flying Model, Raketa

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Object Details

Manufacturer

Unknown

Summary

This is a 1950s-era flying rocket model in its retail package. Built of wood, rubber, and plastic, it was produced by an unknown manufacturer in the former Czechoslovakia. The model did not have a motor which propelled it, but instead was launched by a strong rubber band.

G. Harry Stine, an American pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated the model to the Museum in 1973.

Credit Line

Gift of G. Harry Stine

Inventory Number

A19930630000

Restrictions & Rights

Usage conditions apply

Type

MODELS-Missiles & Rockets

Materials

Cardboard, Plastic, Rubber, Paper, Wood, Steel

Dimensions

1ft 1/2in. x 5 3/4in. x 2in. (31.75 x 14.61 x 5.08cm) (Approximate, Retail Package); weight is 101 grams.

Country of Origin

Czechoslovakia

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National Air and Space Museum Collection

Data Source

National Air and Space Museum

Metadata Usage

Not determined

Link to Original Record

http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/nv93e60565d-5ad8-420d-8c85-64aa47b33f06

Record ID

nasm_A19930630000