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Top 6 Skill Level 2 (two) and 3 (Three) Model Rocket Kits

From Nick Greene, for About.com

Model rocketry is a great tool for learning about space exploration and physics. It is also a fun hobby. Blast your own model rockets into space with this fun and exciting hobby. Here, we feature some of the best skill level 2 (two) and 3 (three) model rocket kits. Find the model rocket kit that is right for you.

1. Apollo Saturn V Rocket 1/48 Scale Flying Model Kit

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This Skill level 3 1/48th scale Apollo Saturn V Rocket model is for the experienced modeler. At over 7 feet tall it is an awe inspiring addition to any collection.

2. Apollo Saturn 1B Rocket 1/48 Scale Flying Model Kit

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This 1/48th scale Apollo Saturn 1B Rocket model is a level 3 kit for the experienced modeler. At over 4.5 feet tall it is an awe inspiring addition to any collection. You can build it to fly or as a static model for display.

3. Ion Pulsar Flying Model Rocket Kit

Ion Pulsar Flying Model Rocket KitSpace Toys
This Futuristic rocket is a level 2 kit. It includes precision printed water-slide decals and quick-release engine mount for fast engine change. Flights of over 750 feet are possible with a C6-5 motor.

4. SAM-X Flying Model Rocket

SAM-X Flying Model RocketSpace Toys
This level 2 kit is a model of a two stage, surface-to-air, Russian missile. It reaches altitudes of over 2000 feet.

5. Galileo Flying Model Rocket Kit

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This level 2 rocket kit will fly to great heights and uses a futuristic helicopter recovery kit. It features a balsa nose cone, die-cut balsa fins, helicopter recovery, and precision printed water-slide decals.

6. Flying Space Shuttle 1/62 Scale Static Replica

Flying Space Shuttle 1/62 Scale Static ReplicaSpace Toys
This 1/62 scale Space Shuttle Static Replica can be purchased complete as shown or as a Model Kit. At over 34 inches tall it is an awe inspiring addition to any collection. And it can really fly (engines and launcher not included).

You can purchase this as a Static Replica as shown in the image above and those at right or you can purchase it as a build it yourself Model Kit.

The Static Model (shown) is fully detailed assembled and painted.

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