--- product_id: 58057095 title: "Estes Big Bertha, Yellow" brand: "estes" price: "SAR 7" currency: SAR in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/58057095-estes-big-bertha-yellow store_origin: SA region: Saudi Arabia --- # Laser Cut Fins Max Altitude: 500 ft Parachute Recovery Estes Big Bertha, Yellow **Brand:** estes **Price:** SAR 7 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🚀 Elevate Your Playtime with Estes Big Bertha! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Estes Big Bertha, Yellow by estes - **How much does it cost?** SAR 7 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.sa](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/58057095-estes-big-bertha-yellow) ## 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 - • **Ready to Fly:** No assembly required—just launch and watch it soar! - • **Estes Original:** Join the legacy of Estes with this iconic rocket design. - • **Fun for All Ages:** Perfect for ages 10 and up, making it a great family activity. - • **Soar to New Heights:** Experience breathtaking flights with a projected max altitude of 500 ft. - • **Unleash Your Inner Engineer:** Crafted with precision laser-cut balsa fins for optimal performance. ## Overview The Estes Big Bertha in vibrant yellow is a beginner-friendly rocket designed for ages 10 and up. With laser-cut balsa wood fins and a parachute recovery system, it promises impressive flights reaching up to 500 feet. No assembly is required, making it an ideal choice for family fun and educational exploration in rocketry. ## Description An Estes original laser cut balsa finsstandard engine poweredparachute recoveryflies over 500'big Bertha is an Estes original. Big, burly, black and beautiful perfectly describes this classic. She’ s an all around Estes favorite that has truly withstood the test of time. Over the decades, big Bertha has been most modelers’ first big build. While standing on its massive fins, this big black rocket checks in at an impressive 2' (61 cm) tall. If you’ ve never flown a Bertha, get one and launch it. Once you’ ve flown it, you’ ll take it to every launch. The big Bertha gives you a slow, realistic liftoff. What a thrill it is to watch. Propelled by powerful standard Estes engines, This beauty travels to 500' (152 m) and comes back to earth with a decorated 18" (46 cm) parachute. Quality Estes body tubes, laser cut balsa fins, molded plastic nose cone and easy to apply self stick decals make for an afternoon of building enjoyment. In one afternoon your Bertha is ready for an exciting time at the Launch field. Cutting, sanding and painting required. Building tools, finishing supplies, engines and launch supplies also needed - sold separately. Recommended for ages 10 an up with adult supervision for those under 12.&Nba; product measures: 6.5 x 2.5 x 23.5Recommended ages: 10 - 100 years Review: Perfection That Stands the Test of Time - Once I was 7 years old ... (Apologies to Lukas Graham.) That was a long, long time ago. And I built Big Bertha, and I launched her a few times. Until one time, she landed high in a tree. But I wasn't too sad. I built another one. (And also I duct taped rocket engines to my cousin's Barbie dolls when my rockets were stuck in trees or on rooftops. Sorry, cuz, if you're out there.) And so kicked off a hobby that I continued for several years of my childhood, until such time as I discovered the opposite sex and various other pastimes that took me away from my rocket fun. But I digress. Fast forward to 2018. I have a lot of fond memories of rocket building, and I've never forgotten that first Big Bertha. My son is now of the right age to play with fun flying objects. I came to desertcart, placed my order, and I am beyond pleased to report that, effectively, nothing has changed in all of this time! Big Bertha is exactly as I remember her--and my son and I had a great time putting her together, walking her over to the local park, and breaking out the Porta-Pad II (also the same model I used to have). 3...2...1 and the couple of hours we spent building and painting was well worth it when I saw the look in his eyes. This is the perfect starter rocket. Forget those pre-painted ones with plastic fins that snap into place. That's not what the rocket hobby is all about. You want to feel like you've actually built something. You want to sand some balsa, and glue some stuff together. You want to learn a few lessons about precision when it comes to lining up the fins, and some more lessons about patience while waiting for that glue to dry. You want to paint your rocket yourself so that when it's high above your head you can smile and know that this is something YOU created. Trust me on this. I've gotten a little bit preachy and gone off on all kinds of tangents. But that stands to illustrate exactly the kind of value this rocket brought to my life. $20 worth of character building and indelible memories? That's money very well spent. Do I recommend that you purchase Big Bertha? I recommend that you don't wait another moment. This is a classic in my mind and it will be in yours too. Enjoy. And word to the wise: Barbie dolls are totally un-aerodynamic and don't fly nearly as well as this thing. Review: Hmm - I brought this for my son birthday early and have just opened the box to find there is no engine it's just a few bits of cardboard a little parachute and ribbon. Not what I was expecting and very disappointed for the cost ## Features - Warning:Not suitable for children under 14 years. For use under adult supervision - Warning:To be used under the direct supervision of an adult - Skill level 1 - Laser cut wood fins, self-stick decals, 18 in. (46 cm) parachute recovery - Projected max altitude: 500 ft. (152 m) - An Estes original - Laser cut balsa fins - Standard engine powered - Parachute recovery - Flies over 500' ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006NAMUO | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Age range (description) | Adult | | Art Craft Kit Type | model rocket kit | | Best Sellers Rank | 629,441 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 191 in Spacecraft Model Building Kits | | Brand | Estes | | Brand Name | Estes | | Colour | Yellow | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 562 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00047776019485, 00534262068558 | | Included Components | Laser cut wood fins, self-stick decals, 81 cm parachute recovery system, standard engine | | Item Dimensions | 16.5 x 6.4 x 30.5 centimetres | | Item Type Name | Model Rockets | | Item Weight | 2.5 Ounces | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 16.5 x 6.4 x 30.5 centimetres | | Manufacturer | Estes | | Manufacturer Part Number | 1948 | | Material | Balsa Wood, Plastic | | Material Type | Balsa Wood, Plastic | | Model Name | Big Bertha | | Model Number | 1948 | | Number of Pieces | 1 | | Paint Type | Acrylic | | Product Style | Classic | | Scale | life-size | | Seasons | All Seasons | | Size | Standard | | Special Features | Recommended Engines: B4-2, B4-4, B6-2, B6-4, C6-5 | | Subject Character | Rocketry | | Theme | Vintage | | UPC | 534262068558 047776019485 | | Unit Count | 1.00 Each | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Estes - **Age range (description):** Adult - **Colour:** Yellow - **Theme:** Vintage - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 16.5 x 6.4 x 30.5 centimetres ## Images ![Estes Big Bertha, Yellow - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/615nM+moFbL.jpg) ![Estes Big Bertha, Yellow - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71qf+CIp2PL.jpg) ![Estes Big Bertha, Yellow - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71vNWWRmDFL.jpg) ![Estes Big Bertha, Yellow - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71NFI0Vs8QL.jpg) ![Estes Big Bertha, Yellow - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81N+PuTDZJL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hi, I'm beginner so what do I need to buy beside "Estes 1948 Big Bertha Flying Model Rocket Kit" ?** A: 1) A launch pad with controller. Batteries for the controller.2) Wadding to keep the parachute from burning.3) Engines with ignitors. B4-4 for smaller areas in town, but it won't go very high. C6-5's for larger areas and good height.4) Glue for the construction. Regular Elmer's is probably too weak, so I'd go with Wood Glue.5) Paint - your choice, obviously. I painted mine in the colors of my favorite NFL team. That paint cost more than the rocket, though! **Q: Will this rocket launch with the launch pad in the 1403 Riptide Launch Set?** A: Yes it will, I have both and use that launcher. **Q: the size engine** A: If built as instructed, it can use 18 mm B (B4, B6) and C engines (C6). "A" engines are too underpowered. **Q: does this kit include the launching frame, or does it need to be purchased separately?** A: Launch equipment is purchased separately. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Perfection That Stands the Test of Time *by A***C on 1 November 2018* Once I was 7 years old ... (Apologies to Lukas Graham.) That was a long, long time ago. And I built Big Bertha, and I launched her a few times. Until one time, she landed high in a tree. But I wasn't too sad. I built another one. (And also I duct taped rocket engines to my cousin's Barbie dolls when my rockets were stuck in trees or on rooftops. Sorry, cuz, if you're out there.) And so kicked off a hobby that I continued for several years of my childhood, until such time as I discovered the opposite sex and various other pastimes that took me away from my rocket fun. But I digress. Fast forward to 2018. I have a lot of fond memories of rocket building, and I've never forgotten that first Big Bertha. My son is now of the right age to play with fun flying objects. I came to Amazon, placed my order, and I am beyond pleased to report that, effectively, nothing has changed in all of this time! Big Bertha is exactly as I remember her--and my son and I had a great time putting her together, walking her over to the local park, and breaking out the Porta-Pad II (also the same model I used to have). 3...2...1 and the couple of hours we spent building and painting was well worth it when I saw the look in his eyes. This is the perfect starter rocket. Forget those pre-painted ones with plastic fins that snap into place. That's not what the rocket hobby is all about. You want to feel like you've actually built something. You want to sand some balsa, and glue some stuff together. You want to learn a few lessons about precision when it comes to lining up the fins, and some more lessons about patience while waiting for that glue to dry. You want to paint your rocket yourself so that when it's high above your head you can smile and know that this is something YOU created. Trust me on this. I've gotten a little bit preachy and gone off on all kinds of tangents. But that stands to illustrate exactly the kind of value this rocket brought to my life. $20 worth of character building and indelible memories? That's money very well spent. Do I recommend that you purchase Big Bertha? I recommend that you don't wait another moment. This is a classic in my mind and it will be in yours too. Enjoy. And word to the wise: Barbie dolls are totally un-aerodynamic and don't fly nearly as well as this thing. ### ⭐⭐ Hmm *by T***M on 17 November 2025* I brought this for my son birthday early and have just opened the box to find there is no engine it's just a few bits of cardboard a little parachute and ribbon. Not what I was expecting and very disappointed for the cost ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five Stars *by T***. on 24 December 2015* excellent job ## Frequently Bought Together - Estes Big Bertha, Yellow - Estes 2274 Recovery Wadding - MDL RCKT ENGNS 3PC C6-5 --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/58057095-estes-big-bertha-yellow](https://www.desertcart.com.sa/products/58057095-estes-big-bertha-yellow) --- *Product available on Desertcart Saudi Arabia* *Store origin: SA* *Last updated: 2026-07-03*