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product_id: 2595423
title: "2452 Athena Rocket-Building Kit, Prebuilt Beginner Flying-Rocket Model Kit for Ages 10+, Blue"
brand: "estes"
price: "$U2123"
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reviews_count: 13
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# Soars up to 1,125 ft Bright 12-inch parachute recovery Ready to fly in 15 minutes 2452 Athena Rocket-Building Kit, Prebuilt Beginner Flying-Rocket Model Kit for Ages 10+, Blue

**Brand:** estes
**Price:** $U2123
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚀 Ignite your inner astronaut—launch into STEM greatness with Athena!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** 2452 Athena Rocket-Building Kit, Prebuilt Beginner Flying-Rocket Model Kit for Ages 10+, Blue by estes
- **How much does it cost?** $U2123 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/2595423-2452-athena-rocket-building-kit-prebuilt-beginner-flying-rocket-model)

## Best For

- estes enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted estes brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Legacy:** From Estes, a family-owned brand since 1958, delivering quality and educational rocket experiences.
- • **Sky-High Thrills:** Reaches exhilarating altitudes up to 1,125 feet with compatible Estes engines for epic launches.
- • **STEM-Inspired Fun:** Perfect hands-on introduction to physics and aerospace for ages 10+, sparking curiosity and learning.
- • **Blast Off in Minutes:** Prebuilt and beginner-friendly—no complex assembly needed, just prep and launch!
- • **Safe & Smart Recovery:** Equipped with a vibrant 12-inch parachute ensuring smooth, reusable landings every time.

## Overview

The Estes 2452 Athena is a prebuilt beginner model rocket kit designed for ages 10 and up, featuring a bright 12-inch parachute for safe recovery and soaring up to 1,125 feet with compatible Estes engines (sold separately). Ready to fly in just 15 minutes, it offers an easy, educational introduction to rocketry and STEM concepts, backed by Estes’ trusted legacy since 1958.

## Description

Product Description The Estes 2452 Athena flying model rocket is a beginner-friendly launch set that inspires science learning and sparks a love for ideas and educational gadgets. This ready-to-fly rocket includes a bright 12-inch parachute for easy recovery and reusable plastic parts, including a nose cone, a body tube, and a recovery parachute. The Athena soars up to 1,125 ft. (343 m) with Estes engines (sold separately) and offers safe, fun launches for kids 10+ (adult supervision under 12 recommended).A perfect birthday or Christmas gift for families, friends, homeschool co-ops, hobbyists, or aspiring rocketeers, the Athena rocket offers a way to do hands-on experiments in physics, engineering, and aerospace. It’s ideal for helping children explore the wondrous world of science and develop a better understanding of how rockets reach outer space. This little prebuilt rocket can inspire STEM enthusiasts to reach for the stars, all without requiring them to tinker with complicated building materials, sharp tools, or model glue. This kit is ready for an open-air launch in minutes.To launch this rocket, you will need a compatible Estes model-rocket engine, Starters, Recovery Wadding, a launch pad system, and any extra materials included in the directions (sold separately). Always follow the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code during operation.Estes rocket kits are built from the highest-quality components and designed around the unforgettable experience of pressing “launch.” Our hobby and STEM educational products range across all skill levels, interests, and power levels. Unleash the space dreamer and science enthusiast in you with an Estes model rocket! From the Manufacturer In a hurry with no time to build or are you just looking for another great flying, high performance rocket to add to your collection? Estes has just the rocket for you. The Athena is a fully assembled, great looking, high-flying model rocket. Launched on standard Estes engines, the Atehna can reach heights of 1100 feet and is easily recovered with 12 inch, brightly colored, fully assembled parachute. Estes model rocketry is recommended for ages 10 and up with adult supervision for those under 12. Unless otherwise specified, all models require assembly. Tools, construction and finishing supplies sold separately.

Review: Great rocket for a first timer! - A solid choice for a beginner's rocket! Easy assembly with just threading the parachute cords through the nose cone is a big plus for first-time rocketeers. The quality and boxed packaging for reduced shipping damage add to its appeal, making it a great value. Stick with a smaller motor to avoid needing a huge field for recovery—those C6 motors can really send it soaring!
Review: this rockets awsome - Great rocket. Launched great. flew great. and just is great.

## Features

- BEGINNER MODEL ROCKET SET: The Estes Athena model rocket gives kids ages 10+ and beginners an easy way to experience real rocket launches with no building required! This ready-to-fly model rocket kit includes a fully prepared rocket with a parachute. This rocket requires Estes rocket engines, a launch pad system, Starters, Recovery Wadding, and 4 high-quality 1.5-volt AA alkaline batteries (sold separately) for launch use.
- SOARS UP TO 1,125 FT.: Our high-flying Athena rocket features a bright 12-inch parachute for safe recovery and soars up to a projected altitude of 1,125 ft. (343 m) with a C6-7 engine (sold separately). It is also compatible with the A8-3, B4-4, B6-4, and C6-5 rocket engines.
- READY TO FLY: Rocket-building kits are creative, educational gift ideas for Christmas or special-occasion surprises! This beginner-friendly Athena rocket comes fully assembled and just takes 15 minutes of preparation time. This model pairs with the Porta Pad II Launch Pad and Electron Beam Launch Controller (sold separately) for blastoff.SAFETY FIRST, FUN ALWAYS: Our rockets are designed to be used with the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code. Always ensure you have an appropriate launch site, stand back at least 15 ft., insert the safety key, issue a countdown, and then you can let your rocket fly!
- SAFETY FIRST, FUN ALWAYS: Our rockets are designed to be used with the NAR (National Association of Rocketry) model-rocket safety code. Always ensure you have an appropriate launch site, stand back at least 15 ft., insert the safety key, issue a countdown, and then you can let your rocket fly!
- ESTES EDUCATION: Since 1958, Estes has created educational rocket kits designed for an unforgettable launch experience. As a family-owned, US-based company, we offer exciting and engaging STEM products for all interests, skills, and power levels.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002TWBY16 |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Art Craft Kit Type | Model Building |
| Brand | Estes |
| Color | Brown |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (1,532) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00047776024526 |
| Included Components | [Model rocket kit with necessary components for assembly and launch] |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
| Item Weight | 1.44 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 17 x 0.98 x 17 inches |
| Item model number | 2452 |
| Manufacturer | Estes |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 10 years and up |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | Athena |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 17 x 0.98 x 17 inches |
| Release date | January 1, 2018 |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Size | Medium |
| Style | Rocket |
| Theme | Space |
| UPC | 792165983228 047776024526 |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Estes
- **Color:** Brown
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 17 x 0.98 x 17 inches
- **Theme:** Space

## Images

![2452 Athena Rocket-Building Kit, Prebuilt Beginner Flying-Rocket Model Kit for Ages 10+, Blue - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71wyCIWTuqL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Engine size?**
A: The manufacturer's Recommended Engines: A8-3 (First Flight), B6-4, C6-5

**Q: Is the rocket already built?**
A: Short answer is, it's built except for tying on the parachute which took me less time than opening the packaging.

The listing on Amazon claims "Ready To Fly", which is Estes old catchphrase for rockets that require no gluing.
They've changed that branding and now the packaging says "level 1". In any event, I ordered the Athena rocket and when I opened the package it was even more flight-ready than the old "ready to fly" rockets: the only thing I had to do was tie the parachute string on...about 30 seconds of assembly.

For anyone not familiar with estes model rockets, to launch you must have (separate from the rocket) a launch pad and 9v igniter device, and the complete the following steps:
(1) tie the parachute strings to the eyelet on the nose. (30 seconds)  The rocket is now complete.
(2) insert (all separate parts used for each launch) wadding, engine, igniter, plug (2 minutes)
(3) insert the parachute and put the nose on. (1 minute)

**Q: Is it plastic**
A: Yes, Item#2452 Athena is a plastic flying model rocket.
Estes Customer Service

**Q: Can I get a list of additional items that are needed to launch this rocket? It seems like there are a lot of options and I'm not sure what to buy.**
A: Item#2452 Athena Flying Model Rocket is a ready to fly rocket.  You will need item#2222 Porta-Pad II Launch Pad with Electron launch Beam Controller (reusable just like the rocket).  Next, you will need engines (comes with starters and starter plugs)*Please see recommended engine sizes for the rocket  you are launching. and Recovery wadding for each launch.  The Electron Launch Beam Controller does require 4 "AA" Alkaline batteries - sold separately. 
Estes Customer Service

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great rocket for a first timer!
*by J***H on August 20, 2025*

A solid choice for a beginner's rocket! Easy assembly with just threading the parachute cords through the nose cone is a big plus for first-time rocketeers. The quality and boxed packaging for reduced shipping damage add to its appeal, making it a great value. Stick with a smaller motor to avoid needing a huge field for recovery—those C6 motors can really send it soaring!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ this rockets awsome
*by J***N on October 28, 2025*

Great rocket. Launched great. flew great. and just is great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s simplicity
*by A***S on May 6, 2020*

I liked that no assembly was required. No dry time needed for paint or glue. Was ready to fly directly out of the box. Would recommend to a beginner rocketeer

## Frequently Bought Together

- Estes Model Rockets Athena, Brown/a
- Estes 2274 Recovery Wadding
- MDL RCKT ENGNS 3PC C6-5

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