This is my upscale of a Big Bertha to BT80-sized tubing. That's not to be confused with being a clone of a Super Big Bertha. SBB is also BT80, but there are a number of differences, including in proportions. The SBB isn't long enough to be true to upscale, at only 36.5". This model is more correct at a little over 38", the body tube is one piece, rather two joined, and it has a 29mm motor mount rather than 24. I finished it to match the original 1965 rendering of Bertha (using Excelsior decals), though the two black fins are my own interpretation of it.
Flight Date: | 2016-05-21 |
Rocket Name: | Big Bertha BT80 Upscale |
Flyer's Name: | Rick Barnes |
Motors: | F20-7W |
Launch Site: | Torrey Farm, Potter, NY |
Actual Altitude: | 1,500 Feet |
Stage | Motor(s) |
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1 | Aerotech F20W-7 |