This is a discontinued kit from Estes, basically an upscaled Big Bertha with 2.6" diameter body tube. I got mine from Paul Magid. I built this one stock (used epoxy). I launched the first and final flights within 15 minutes. The second flight resulted in a severe prang on asphalt, as my Aerotech E11-5J was more like an E11-10J, and ejected after impact. Everything in front of the stuffer tube was completely smashed. Fortunately I hadn't put on the decals yet. I'm thinking about making a beefed-up version from parts.
Dia: 2.6"; Length: 36.5"; Wt.: 6.0 oz.; Motor (1): 24mm
Recommended motor: D12-3, E15-4, E15-6
Status: Destroyed
| Flt | Date | Motor | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1) | 6/01/97 | E11-5J | Wonderful flight, lots of smoke. Small zipper on body tube. |
| 2) | 6/01/97 | E11-5J | Lawn dart. Ejection occurred after impact. |
Pictures
Broadsword on the launch pad.
Broadswords first flight, on an E11-5J. 6/01/97.
Picture of the wreckage. 6/01/97.
