Centuri - Marauder (KC-45 or #5105) Gallery

Completed practically on the Centuri 50th anniversary, here's the Semroc re-kit of the classic Marauder. These babies will scream to eyesight-testing altitudes; C6-0/C6-7 is not for the faint of heart!

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Nice work! Another classic Centuri/Semroc. Let us know when you get it flying.

Welcome to the Centuri - Marauder (KC-45 or #5105) Gallery on TRF.

This gallery showcases the Centuri - Marauder (KC-45 or #5105) and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:


Centuri: Marauder: KC-45 or #5105
Semroc: Marauder: KV-32



as well as any upscales, downscales, clones, kitbashes or other derivative works. Even Goonies qualify!

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Centuri Marauder (KC-45 or #5105) Basic Information.

Centuri Engineering

Marauder

KC-45 or #5105

Introduced: 1969
Final Year: 1971
Designer:

Type: Sport, 2 Stage
Motor Mount: 1x18mm/1x18mm
Recovery: Tumble/Parachute/Payload
Stages: 2
Length: 18"
Diameter: 0.908"
Span:
Weight: 1.1 oz

Mfg. Description: The ideal beginning multi-stage rocket! Real 2-stage action using Centuri's "dual lock" stage coupling. The MARAUDER will carry your payload to over 2000 feet in two successive stages, eject its parachute and return safely to be flown again. Booster tumble recovers. Second stage can be launched by itself as a great single stage rocket. Includes simulated exhaust nozzle and trim decals. (Centuri 1969 Catalog)

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The ideal beginning multi-stage rocket! Real two stage action provides spectacular flights. This easy to construct sports model will make you the envy of your neighborhood launch group. The MARAUDER's booster section tumbles gently to earth and the second stage is "recovered" by a large colorful parachute. Reliable 2nd stage ignition is insured by use of Centuri's exclusive Pass-Port staging system. Fly it over and over. The upper stage makes a great single stage rocket too! Kit is complete with decals and step-by-step instructions. (Centuri 1971 Catalog)


1969 Centuri Catalog 1971 Centuri Catalog








First post in this thread featuring this rocket.

See Also: LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews
Mfg. Page


If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.

Semroc Marauder (KV-32) Basic Information.

Semroc Astronautics

Marauder

KV-32

Introduced:
Final Year:
Designer:

Type: Sport, 2 Stage, Payload
Motor Mount: 1x18mm/1x18mm
Recovery: Tumble/Parachute
Stages: 2
Length: 18.1" (46.0 cm)
Diameter: 0.908" (2.3 cm)
Span: 6.6" (16.8 cm)
Weight: 1.4 oz (39.7 g)

Mfg. Description: The original Centuri Marauder was released in the 1969 Centuri catalog. It was advertised as an ideal beginner multi-stage rocket using Centuri’s “dual-lock” stage coupling, later known as the Pass-Port Staging System. It only had a three year production run, but is still remembered by many as their first two-stage rocket. It was released as #KC-45 and retailed for $2.75.
The Semroc Retro-Repro™ Centuri Marauder™ is very close to the original. The pre-printed fins are replaced with more convenient laser-cut fins. The original balsa nose cone is supplied instead of the later plastic nose cone. The original rubber shock cord is replaced with an elastic cord for longer life along with a Kevlar® cord for greater reliability and ease of mounting. (Semroc 2011 Web Ad)

Semroc 2011 Web Ad

First post in this thread featuring this rocket.

See Also: LINKS
EMRR
RocketReviews
Mfg. Page


If you have any additional information on this rocket and/or catalog photos please let us know.