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This is a set of three Centuri A5.2 rocket motors packaged for retail sale. They are made of pasteboard and contain non-explosive propellant. The "A5.2" signifies that they are in the second lowest class (out of seven) of motor power as established by the National Association of Rocketry. Each motor is used only once to power a model rocket. Although the igniters are supposed to be included in the package, for unknown reasons they are missing. G. Harry Stine, a pioneer in the field of flying rocket models, donated this artifact to NASM in 1973.

 Display Status

This object is not on display at the National Air and Space Museum. It is either on loan or in storage.
Object Details
Country of Origin United States of America Type MODELS-Missiles & Rockets Manufacturer Centuri Engineering
 Dimensions Other (Retail Box): 2 7/16in. x 3 7/16in. x 1 1/16in. (6.19 x 8.73 x 2.7cm)
Overall (Motor): 2 3/4in. x 11/16in. (6.99 x 1.75cm)
 Materials Cardboard
Paper
Adhesive
Ceramic
Plastic
 Inventory Number A19930488000 Credit Line Gift of G. Harry Stine Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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