Centuri - SST Space Shuttle Gallery

Back in the Day I was a Big Centuri supporter. Estes stuff was OK but the most interesting designs always seed to come from Centuri.

The SST Space shuttle is just another example. I believe it was introduced just about the same time as Estes OT?
I jumped on them both but as far as flying I'm always been a bigger fan of the SST..it's just SOOOOO sleek.

Here are a few pics of my first SST from back in the day and it's untimely demise at the hands of a Estes C6-3 Cato along with a couple of the Semroc/Centuri SST and one of it's flights.
I have to say the Semroc clone is just as Impressive and fun flying as the original from back in the day.

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Love the Centuri SST.

One of my nicest rocket flights of my youth was the maiden voyage of my SST. I sweated over whether or not the glider would separate at apogee, so I made that connection loose. When I launched it, all things worked as advertised. The chute came out of the carrier and the shuttle made circles in the blue sky until it landed. I was one happy boy.

Greg

What a gorgeous design and build. 'Classic' all the way...

That was one of my first.

As much as my first love is scale rocketry ,I`m finding myself drawn more and more into these type of futuristic "jet like" starships ,and have started a small collection (soon to be much bigger)

And this example of John`s only serves to solidify that notion.I would love to have this in my collection !

Very nice !!


Paul

Thanks guys:
the Centuri or now Semroc-Centuri SST Shuttle-1 is a fantastic design. Paul you'll really enjoy building and flying it if you get one...I'd strongly suggest it.

Welcome to the Centuri - SST Shuttle 1 (KC-17 or #5077) Gallery on TRF.

This gallery showcases the Centuri - SST Shuttle 1 (KC-17 or #5077) and those rockets derived from it. Particularly appropriate in this thread are the following:


Centuri: SST Shuttle 1: KC-17 or #5077
Semroc: SST Shuttle-1 xKit: XCE-KC17



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

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Centuri SST Shuttle 1 (KC-17 or #5077) Basic Information.

Centuri Engineering

SST Shuttle 1, SST Shuttle

KC-17 or #5077

Introduced: 1971
Final Year: 1982
Designer:

Type: Exotic, Boost Glider
Motor Mount: 1x18mm
Recovery: Glide/Parachute
Stages: 1
Length: 22.5"
Diameter: 1.04"
Span:
Weight: 2.6 oz

Mfg. Description: Long, sleek and impressive, the Centuri SST SHUTTLE blasts skyward in spectacular flight. At peak altitude the rocket plane separates for a long sweeping glide back to earth. The SST deploys a large parachute and begins descending, not hanging by the nose, but horizontally - in flying position! This kit is a must! Complete with detailing parts, SST "Concepts Report" and large full-color decals. (Centuri 1971 Catalog)

Centuri 1971 Catalog Centuri 1972 Catalog Centuri 1975 Catalog

Centuri 1979 Catalog Centuri 1980 Catalog Centuri 1982 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 SST Shuttle-1 xKit (XCE-K17) Basic Information.

Semroc Astronautics

SST Shuttle-1 xKit

XCE-K17

Introduced:
Final Year:
Designer:

Type: Boost Glider, Exotic
Motor Mount: 1x18mm
Recovery: Glide/Parachute
Stages: 1
Length: 24.4" (62.0 cm)
Diameter: 1.04" (2.6 cm)
Span: 7.2" (18.3 cm)
Weight: 3.1 oz (88.0 g)

Mfg. Description: 1971 Retro Repro (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.