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This is a set of six Type A model rocket motors manufactured in the United States by Model Missiles, Inc. and packaged for retail sale. They are made of pasteboard and contain non-explosive propellant. Made in 1958, they were the first mass-produced motors for retail sale. Each motor can be used only once.

G. Harry Stine 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 Model Missiles, Inc.
 Dimensions Retail Box: 1 1/2 x 3 x 2 3/4in. (3.8 x 7.6 x 7cm)
 Materials Cardboard
Pasteboard
Paper
Unknown Propellant
 Inventory Number A19930463000 Credit Line Gift of G. Harry Stine Data Source National Air and Space Museum Restrictions & Rights Usage conditions apply
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