Centuri Model Rocket Catalog March 1979

APOLLO 11 ANNIVERSARY SALECelebrate the 10th anniversary of man's first landing on the moon with these superinterplanetary savings!

The actual rocket which tookAmerica to the moon. This1:100 scale model of the Apollo11 launch vehicle is beautifullydetailed and acknowledged as the

. world's most accurate flyingreplica of the historic "moon rocket." Over 3 112 feet tall, it lumbers off the launch pad under thethrust of three powerful engines,racing gracefully through the skyhundreds of feet and then returns

gently to the Earth, on threeparachutes: two huge 24 inchchutes for the main body and one20 inch parachute for the S-IVBstage and Apollo spacecraft. Scaledfrom the authentic NASA blueprints, it is precise in every detail.What better way to celebrate theflight of Apollo 11 than with therocket that took us to the moon!

SATURN IB

The early predecessor of theSaturn V, this rocket took theApollo capsule and LEM lunarlander on Earth-orbit "shakedown" missions. Accuratelydetailed to represent theApollo 7 mission, this 1:100scale model lifts off under twoengine power and flies hundreds of feet to peak altitude.Two chutes bring it safely backto Earth for another flight.This exciting scale model willhelp complete your NASAscale model collection.

PROD. NO. 5140 $17.00

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REDSTONE:

First U.S. manned space flightin 1961, NASA's Freedom 7with Alan Shepard at the controls flew higher and fasterthan any American before.This beautiful 1:36 model of

the Mercury Redstone willmake a fine addition to yourfleet. Molded plastic capsuleand escape tower and bigthree-color decal sheet makeit easy and exciting to fly. Big,slow liftoff, just like the realthing! Die-cut fins, historicalbrochure and high altitudesmean this impressive model isa must for every rocketeer!

PROD. NO. 5131 S9.95

Length 29"Skill-Level 5

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SSTSHUTTLE

Watch this long bird lift-off smoothly and streak high inthe sky. At apogee the glider detaches and begins a longflight back to Earth. Meanwhile the slender SST deploysa large chute for a soft landing. Kit includes a big decalsheet and many pre-formed plastic parts. SST is a challenging project loaded with detailed instructions including"SST concepts report." Fly it with Super C engines forextra high adventure.

NIKE SMOKE: 'A very high flyer and easyto build, this perfectly scaledmodel stands about 2 feet

tall with a long tapered plasticnose cone. Features uniquebaffle ejection system, largeparachute, authentic markings decal sheet, pre-cut balsafins and technical data

sheet.

PROD. NO 5145 S5.50

Length 23.7"Skili-Level 2

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2 PROD. NO. 5077 S8.00 Length 22.5" Skill-Level 5

MINI ROCKET SUPER VALUES:

Take advantage of these super closeout values on selected mini rocket kits and engines:

TWO BITZ:

Two rockets inone kit. Small andvery fast withsoft aerodynamicflutter recovery.Pre-Painted partsand plasticnose cone forquick and easyconstruction.

Excellent first

rocket.

Length 4.5"Skill-Level 1

FIREFLASH:

A detailed semi-

scale model of aBritish missile.

For recoveryejection gasesare ducted to de

ploy a 12" chutefrom one "fuel"

cell. Includesplastic nosecones, pre-cutfibre fins, and abig black andsilver decal sheet.

A challengingproject for anyrocketeer.

MINI

DACTYL:

A true contest boost

glider that can putone or, two pre-

colored gliders highin the sky. Kitincludes two gliders,boost pod withstreamer recovery,

all pre-cut balsaparts and a large decal sheet.

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Take advantage of this closeout discount price. A great way to stock up on engines andigniters. You get eight 1/4A4-2m, eight 1/4A4-4m, four 1/2A4-3m, four A4-4mand eightA4-6m engines with 32 sure shot igniters! A $1 5.50 value only $8.50.

PROD. NO. 5595 $8.50

# <^S>FLYI[\IG MODEL ROCKETS

Launch these authorized replicas ofmachines flown in Earth's battlewith the Draconian empire. Allkits feature scale realism modifiedfor standard vertical model rocketflight. Each kit includes officialdata and photos of the realspacecraft.

A bird you'll beproud to displayand fly, add toyour Buck Rogerscollection with

Laser Lance.

SPECIFICATIONSLength 14" (35.6cmBody Diam. 1.04" (2.6cmNetWl. 1.6oz(45.4g)

PROD. NO. 5334 .... $3.75 Skill Level 1

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See your Laser Lancestreak from its launch

pad and almost disap-ear from sight—thenlisten for the recovery

chute's opening "snap"and watch as the colorful

parachute

lowers yourmissile for

safe landing.

STARTER

OUTFITNow you can build and flyan authentic rocket-poweredreplica of the Laser homingmissile used by Earth's25th Century Intercept Squadron. Includes Laser Lance kit,Powr-Pad launcher,2-powerful engines, flightsupplies, glue andcomplete instruct"

PROD. NO. 5202 $14.95

25th CENTURY!

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SPECIFICATIONSLength 15" (38.1cm)Body Diam 0.91" (2.3cm)NotWt. 2.6oz(73.7g>

Display nose-skidremoves for flight.

Draconian

Marauder

PROD. NO. 5336 . $6.00

SPECIFICATIONSLength 12.75" (32.4cm)Body Diam, 0.9V (2.3cm)NetWt. 3.1oz(87.9g)

Display nose-skidremoves for flight.

Earth Farces

StarfightetNow a flying rocket-powered model

of Buck's sleek 25th CenturyInterceptor. Details galore with

authentic insignia and markings make it a super dis

play model. Launchesvertically to surprising

altitudes, then uniquerear-ejection system

pops both enginepod and chute

from the tailfor a safe

3H recovery.

POWR-PAD SPECIAL:

Powr-Pad gives youeverything you needfor launching anysingle-engine rocket.Designed to attachfirmly to any standard6 volt lantern battery,it includes tilter, steelblast deflector, handycarrying handle, 1/8"^2-piece launch rod, 'plus launch controllerand associated wiring. Launch support platform is made of tough heat-resistant plastic.Assembles in minutes for a permanent launchpad system that you can count on shot aftershot.

ROD. NO. 5609 $10.95

SWEEP-UPS

CENTURION:

Special close-out value—only a fewleft! Large and beautiful, here is theideal demo bird for realistic slow liftoffs! Single engine reliability carriesthis model to high altitudes where itsmassive performance is visible to all.Kit features baffle ejection systemto eliminate need for chute wadding.

PROD. NO. 5062 $5.00

NOSE CONE

Fits #20 tube.

Ideal for big demo birds.

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PROD. NO. 72231 $1.00

POWER PAD TILTER: jlPermits adjustment of launch ""]rod to compensate for rocketwind drift. Fits the earlier '• ««JPower-Pad launch system. Now standard inPowr-Pad, Eagle Power, Flying Saucer, Big Shotand Buck Rogers outfits.

PROD. NO. 5824 $1.50

COUPON INSTRUCTIONS:

Use these valuable coupons when you orderproducts from this catalog. It's easy. Simplylist the product you order on the order formand list any free or discount items below it.Clip the appropraite coupons and includethem with your order. •SUPER BONUS COUPONS:

Worth $1.00 off for each$10.00 in Centuri Merchandisefrom this catalog.

Included in this booklet are 4 coupons thatgive you an additional bonus - one you canuse along with the discount coupons. Justfill out the order form with all the offers youwant to use from this catalog. When yourorder is complete, total it up. Then for every$10.00 worth of Centuri merchandise youbuy, include a Super Bonus Coupon and take$1.00 off your order. For example, if yourorder totaled $31.20, include three SuperBonus Coupons, list the coupon numbers onyour order form and include $28.20 withyour order - $3.00 off the special sale price!

MINI CATALOGIn case you don't have your regular Centuricatalog handy, here's a list of the majorCenturi products, their product numbers andretail prices. Any purchases from this listcan be applied to the Special Bonus Couponsabove,too.

5200 Power-System Outfi 25.95 5307 S.S.V. Scorpion 10.95

S20S Flying Saucer Outfit 14.95 5308 U.F.O.invader 10.95

5404 Eagle Power 12.95 5310 U.S.S. America 10.95

5406 Bi9 Shot 17.95 5312 E.S.S. Raven 10.95

5001 l_ll* Here 2.00 5317 F-16 Fighter 5.00

5002 Twister 3.00 5318 F-15 Eagle 5.00

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5005 Micron 2.50 5321 5J Israeli Mirage 5.00

5007 Bandito 3.00 5325 Flying Saucer Kit 5.50

5008 Excalibur 4.50 5330 ALCM Cruise Missile 7.005010 Vulcan 3.50 5331 Italian Sea Killer 4.00

5011 Groove Tube 4.00 5332 Russian SAM-3 4.00

5012 X-24 Bug 2.50 5333 Israeli Gabriel 4.00

5031 Stiletto 4.00 54 0 7 Phoenix Bird 6.50

5032 Vector V 3.25 5500 ".A4-2M 1.85

5033 Taurus 5.50 5502 I.-.A4-4M 1.8S

5034 Sky-Lab 9.00 5504 V;A4-3M 1.95

5035 Nomad 5.00 5506 '.'IA4-5M 1.95

5036 Black-Widow 4.50 5508 A4-2M 2.05

5037 Arrow-300 6.00 5510 A4-4M 2.05

5039 Argus 7.00 5512 A4-6M 2.05

5040 Sky Devil 2.00 5550 ";A6-2 1.75

5041 Moonrakcr 1.50 5552 V;A6-4 1.75

504 3 Snipe Hunter 3.50 5558 A8-0 1.85

504 7 Astro-1 3.50 5560 A8-3 1.85

5064 Long Tom 7.00 5562 A8-5 1.85

5066 Space Shuttle 9.00 5564 B4-2 1.95

5072 Starfire 4.00 5566 B4-4 1.95

5077 SST Shuttle 8.00 5568 B4-6 1.95

5080 Payloader II 4.00 5570 B6-0 1.95

5091 Javelin 3.00 5572 B6-4 1.95

5110 Laser X 5.00 5574 B6-6 1.95

5131 Mercury Redstone 9.95 5576 B14-0 2.IS

5140 Saturn IB 17.00 5578 B14-5 2.15

5142 Saturn V 29.95 5580 B14-7 2.15

5145 Nike Smoke 5.50 5582 C6-0 2.15

5171 Jayhawk 3.50 5584 C6-3 2.15

5173 Screaming Eagle 3.50 5586 C6-5 2.15

5174 Scram-Jet 3.50 5588 C6-7 2.15

5175 Excalibur-2 5.00 5590 C5-0S 2.25

5301 Two Bitz 1.00 5592 C5-3S 2.25

5302 Satellite 62SL 1.50 5601 Power Tower 6.00

5303 Star Trooper 1.75 5609 Powr-Pad 10.95

5304 Nova Firetlash 3.00 5623 Powr-Control 7.00

5305 Firetlash 3.50 5846 Chute wadding 1.25

5306 Mini-Dactyl 3.50

APOLLO 11 ANNIVERSARY SALE

SPECIAL BONUS COUPON

WORTH S1.00

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SKY LAB ONLY $1.25WHEN YOU BUY SATURN 1B


S RUSSIAN SAM 3 5571

* ONLY 60«fa WHEN YOU BUY MERCURY REDSTONE


SKY DEVIL 577

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