Designer:	Mike Dorffler
Fin Material:	Plastic
Manufacturer:	Estes
Model:	1254, K-54
Nose Cone Material:	Plastic
Plan (YORP):	http://www.oldrocketplans.com/estes/estK-54/estK-54.htm
Power:	Low-Power
Product Type:	Kit
Production Years:	1971-1978
Recovery:	Parachute
Status:	Out-Of-Production
Style:	Scale-Like

Reviews

• Estes SAROS By David Fergus

  (from the 1971 Estes catalog) An excellent scale-like model for any rocketeer. A new feature is the integral fin unit-engine mount providing immediate and positive location of the thrust rings. The embossed metallic press-on material and decal arrangement add the final professional touch of realism not found in other models of its class. Modifications: Launch lugs mounted to a dowel for rail ...

Plans and Instructions

• Astron Saros (Instructions/Scale)

Blog Posts

• Model Rocket Building Blog
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 1, Parts (2018-04-01)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Background (2018-04-01)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 2, "Nested" Nozzle (2018-04-02)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 3, Fin Can Centering Rings (2018-04-03)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 4, Engine Mount Assembly (2018-04-04)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 7, Adapter Fill and Fix TIP (2018-04-05)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 6, Lugs and Fin Plate (2018-04-05)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 8, Nose Cone Fill and Define (2018-04-06)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 7, Fin Shaping (2018-04-06)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 9, Ends and Edges (2018-04-07)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 10, Black Mask and Decals (2018-04-09)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 11, Decals and Chrome! TIPS (2018-04-10)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Fin Can Build, Part 12, Fin Plates and Nose Detail (2018-04-11)
• Estes Saros, K-54 Build, Finished (2018-04-12)
• TOP TEN BUILDS for 2018, Part 1 (2018-12-30)