--- product_id: 48176225 title: "Backyard Ballistics: Build Potato Cannons, Paper Match Rockets, Cincinnati Fire Kites, Tennis Ball Mortars, and More Dynamite Devices" price: "KD 8.91" currency: KWD in_stock: false reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/48176225-backyard-ballistics-build-potato-cannons-paper-match-rockets-cincinnati-fire store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # Backyard Ballistics: Build Potato Cannons, Paper Match Rockets, Cincinnati Fire Kites, Tennis Ball Mortars, and More Dynamite Devices **Price:** KD 8.91 **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Backyard Ballistics: Build Potato Cannons, Paper Match Rockets, Cincinnati Fire Kites, Tennis Ball Mortars, and More Dynamite Devices - **How much does it cost?** KD 8.91 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/48176225-backyard-ballistics-build-potato-cannons-paper-match-rockets-cincinnati-fire) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Buy Backyard Ballistics: Build Potato Cannons, Paper Match Rockets, Cincinnati Fire Kites, Tennis Ball Mortars, and More Dynamite Devices 2 by Gurstelle, William (ISBN: 9781613740644) from desertcart's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Review: Great for kids, small or large, but is it legal in UK? - If you want to build simple or complex devices to launch stuff this is a book for you. The more complex kit is all sized in imperial measures but some things are universal like pringle cans. We have built a couple of the devices listed in here but don't underestimate the complexity and time it could take you to build the more complex stuff. Even the pringle tennis ball mortar is something that takes a while, and copious amounts of duck tape, to build. I think the results can be a little hit and miss for things fuelled by spray or lighter fuel but when it works well it is glorious, even if you can't find your tennis ball again. The book is well written with clear explanations of the physics, and the compromises needed when building devices to shoot things and decent diagrams. There are warnings in the right places about safety which are worth heeding. The big question is whether a pneumatic potato cannon or lighter fuel tennis ball mortar is legal under UK law. If you live in a big city then making loud bangs might draw some unwelcome attention so we obviously haven't made any of those devices in this country. Plenty of more permissive places exist though. :-) Review: Fun book. Perfect present for my brothers - Fun book. Perfect present for my brothers. Not quite dangerous enough for them, but I am sure they will find a way to modify the builds! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | 210,884 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 64 in Scientific Equipment & Techniques 136 in Engineering Physics 227 in History of Engineering & Technology | | Customer reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (980) | | Dimensions | 17.78 x 1.52 x 25.4 cm | | Edition | 2nd | | ISBN-10 | 1613740646 | | ISBN-13 | 978-1613740644 | | Item weight | 1.05 kg | | Language | English | | Print length | 240 pages | | Publication date | 1 Sept. 2012 | | Publisher | Chicago Review Press | ## Images ![Backyard Ballistics: Build Potato Cannons, Paper Match Rockets, Cincinnati Fire Kites, Tennis Ball Mortars, and More Dynamite Devices - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71m6XRmuwYL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for kids, small or large, but is it legal in UK? *by B***R on 2 May 2014* If you want to build simple or complex devices to launch stuff this is a book for you. The more complex kit is all sized in imperial measures but some things are universal like pringle cans. We have built a couple of the devices listed in here but don't underestimate the complexity and time it could take you to build the more complex stuff. Even the pringle tennis ball mortar is something that takes a while, and copious amounts of duck tape, to build. I think the results can be a little hit and miss for things fuelled by spray or lighter fuel but when it works well it is glorious, even if you can't find your tennis ball again. The book is well written with clear explanations of the physics, and the compromises needed when building devices to shoot things and decent diagrams. There are warnings in the right places about safety which are worth heeding. The big question is whether a pneumatic potato cannon or lighter fuel tennis ball mortar is legal under UK law. If you live in a big city then making loud bangs might draw some unwelcome attention so we obviously haven't made any of those devices in this country. Plenty of more permissive places exist though. :-) ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fun book. Perfect present for my brothers *by D***B on 4 March 2016* Fun book. Perfect present for my brothers. Not quite dangerous enough for them, but I am sure they will find a way to modify the builds! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Not for the under 12vs! *by R***D on 24 December 2014* Excellent detailed descriptions of each project with interesting additional educational commentaries. A full parts list is included for each project. The only down side is that these projects are not made of scraps and household items unless you happen to be a plumber or builder. The expense of purchasing these materials might put a lot of people off attempting a build. On the plus side these projects all seem rather dangerous - in my case too dangerous to attempt with a 4 year old grandson - he will have to wait many years before his parents will countenance such dangerous activities as causing explosions to launch various missiles great distances. My mistake but nevertheless an interesting and worthwhile read. ## Frequently Bought Together - Backyard Ballistics: Build Potato Cannons, Paper Match Rockets, Cincinnati Fire Kites, Tennis Ball Mortars, and More Dynamite Devices - Mini Weapons of Mass Destruction: Build Implements of Spitball Warfare (1) - Defending Your Castle: Build Catapults, Crossbows, Moats, Bulletproof Shields, and More Defensive Devices to Fend Off the Invading Hordes --- ## 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.kw/products/48176225-backyard-ballistics-build-potato-cannons-paper-match-rockets-cincinnati-fire](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/48176225-backyard-ballistics-build-potato-cannons-paper-match-rockets-cincinnati-fire) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-18*