The Estes E12-4 is a powerful 24mm engine designed for reliable model rocket flights. With 30.00 N-sec of total impulse and a 4-second delay, it provides a strong, balanced boost for mid-size rockets while ensuring smooth, realistic flight sequences.
Perfect for rockets up to 17 ounces, the E12-4 delivers both power and precision for single stage and upper stage flights. A dependable choice for hobbyists who want excitement, altitude, and consistent performance in every launch.
Understand how the E12-4 Engines deliver lift, acceleration, and a smooth flight profile from launch to recovery.
The Estes E12-4 engine delivers impressive power and reliability for your next launch, making it a top choice for rocketeers ready to step up from smaller engines. With a 24mm diameter and 30.00 N-sec of total impulse, this versatile engine provides consistent, exciting flights that never fail to thrill. Whether you’re building new rockets or upgrading existing favorites, the E12-4 offers dependable thrust and excellent performance across a variety of models.
Engineered with precision and designed for excitement, the E12-4 is perfect for upper stage flights but can also be used as a single stage engine. With a strong maximum thrust of 30.60 Newtons and a thrust duration of 2.70 seconds, it strikes the perfect balance between raw lift-off power and sustained acceleration. The 4-second delay adds an ideal pause before ejection, creating smooth, realistic flight sequences that mimic the real thing.
Capable of lifting rockets up to 17 ounces, the E12-4 is an excellent choice for mid-size rockets that need just the right amount of strength to reach soaring altitudes. It’s a versatile addition to your engine collection, giving you flexibility to experiment with different models and flight profiles while ensuring reliable ignition and performance every time you launch.
Each E12-4 engine pack comes with everything you need to get flying quickly, including starters and starter plugs for easy setup. Whether you’re preparing for a weekend launch or stocking up for multiple flights, the Estes E12-4 ensures that every mission begins with the perfect balance of power, timing, and excitement.
Review the full specifications for the E12-4 Engines, including impulse, thrust duration, delay, and physical dimensions.
Total Impulse: 30.00 N-sec
Time Delay: 4 Seconds
Max Lift Weight: 17.0 oz. (482 g)
Thrust Duration : 2.70 Seconds
Length: 3.8 in. (9.7 cm)
Diameter: 24 mm
Weight: 2.16 oz. (61.2 g)
Propellant Weight: 1.3 oz. (36.9 g)
