KNIGHT MFG

TARC Team Launch Pads

We offer two models of launch pads that are perfect for TARC team use.  Our FLP-36 folding model and our TLP-42 tripod model.  Both of these launch pads are sized to handle the rockets you'll be launching as part of the Team America Rocketry Challenge program.  And should a rocketry club be born out of the TARC Team and you want to launch some larger than "TARC" sized rockets, these pads will handle that too.

We have a new website dedicated to launch pads,
www.knightlaunchpads.com.  That is where the new products we have been working on will be showing up soon, so check it out.

FLP-36 Model Folding Launch Pad.

Our FLP-36 model is sized perfectly to properly support and launch TARC sized rockets. Made from 1" square steel tubing, the frame has our standard welded angled ends with plastic tubing plugs to keep dirt out.  It has a 
36" X 33.25" footprint which provides a stable base from which to launch mid sized rockets. The folding frame arms pivot on a 3/8 pivot bolt and tighten with an aluminum star knob underneath the frame. Folds to a compact size for ease of portability and opens up quickly for fast set up. The rod / rail holder accepts 1/4" launch rods as well as 1010 series rails.  Holds up to a six foot long rail.  The rail holder pivots on a 1/2" hex head pivot bolt which is tightened with our new T-Handle bolt so you can lock the launch angle in place securely.  It comes with a 7" X 9" angled blast deflector made from 14 gauge steel painted high temp silver. This is our most versatile launch pad for small to mid sized rockets as the rod holder holds 1/8", 3/16", and 1/4" rods equally well and will also hold the 8020 1010 series rail, so you can launch anything from a small Estes rocket up to something like a Loc IV with this pad. This is one of our best sellers.  Also, please be aware that we do not sell launch rods or rails.  Purchase rail here: LAUNCH RAIL

FLP-36 - $289.99

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Extra shipping charges apply to Hawaii and Alaska.

Kept in primer and painted to order in the custom color of your choice with pre-payment.  Click here for color choices.

We ONLY accept credit cards through Paypal. We also accept money orders.

Schools purchasing these for TARC teams should make sure you can abide by our payment policy before ordering.  Thanks. 

The FLP-36 model comes with a 7" X 9" blast deflector made from robust 14 gauge steel.  Spare blast deflectors may be purchased for $31.99.

The FLP-36 model holds a 1" 1010 rail securely in its holder with a 3/8" thumb screw.  The rail holder tilts down for loading rockets and is tightened in place in the upright launch position with our new T-Handle bolt.

Our new T-Handle bolt eliminates the need for a wrench to tighten the rail holder. This is a major improvement and adds to the ease of use of this pad.

The FLP-36 folds together for compact storage and easy portability.

Get a clamp on aluminum rod perch for $10.99.  Part #RP-1.

Get a welded steel 1010 rail perch for $15.99.  Part #RP-1010.

With Loc "Lil Nuke".

We have a new website dedicated to launch pads,
www.knightlaunchpads.com.  That is where the new products we have been working on will be showing up soon, so check it out.

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TLP-42 Model Tripod Launch Pad.

Our TLP-42 model tripod launch pad was specifically designed with TARC teams in mind.  It's sized to easily support and launch the size rockets you'll be working with in the TARC program.  It is equipped with the same rail / rod holder and blast deflector used on our folding FLP-36 model, which is also an excellent choice for TARC teams.  In fact, the TLP-42 is basically just a three legged version of our FLP-36. Since it has one less leg, we gave it a slightly larger 42" circular footprint which gives it plenty of stability.  It comes with a 7 X 9 inch blast deflector made from 14 gauge steel.  The three legs are held in place in their sleeves with 5/16 thumb screws and are easily removable for transport and compact storage.  Being a three legged tripod design, the pad will "self-level" itself on uneven ground.  A tripod pad in this size is something a few customers had been asking about for a while now, so here it is.  It does cost a little more as there is more manufacturing time involved with fabricating the central leg holder part of the launch pad.   

TLP-42 - $339.99

Free Shipping in the continental US. 

Extra shipping charges apply to Hawaii and Alaska.

Kept in primer and painted to order in the custom color of your choice with pre-payment.  Click here for color choices.

We ONLY accept credit cards through Paypal. We also accept money orders.

Schools purchasing these for TARC teams should make sure you can abide by our payment policy before ordering.  Thanks.

The legs are held in their sleeves with 5/16 hex bolts.  (Production models will be equipped with thumb screws for fast set-up.)

The TLP-42's combo rail / rod holder holds both 1 inch 1010 series rails and 1/4" launch rods.  Seen here with a 1010 rail. 

14 gauge steel blast deflector measures 7 x 9.  Spare blast deflectors may be purchased for $31.99.

New TLP-42 pads utilize our new T-Handle bolts for tightening the rail holder.

TLP-42 in orange built for The Airforce Museum at Wright-Patterson Airforce Base.

Two TLP-42 pads in orange and blue built for Visioneering Space.  It was an honor building these two launch pads for a company who does work of their scope.

TLP-42 in orange built for Princeton University.