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Does it Fly?

By Currently on Apr 17, 2017

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This is a build I would like to do. My main question is: Will it work? Any response would be awesome.

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Sky   Oct 12, 2017  
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Looks good! my only concern is if a runcam mini will fit well inside that frame. I know it comes with an adaptor, but you never know for sure. Should be fine otherwise. Happy building!

Currently   Apr 17, 2017  

So, will this thing work as my first quad?

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Whiffles   Apr 18, 2017 
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I think the general school of thought is to start on 4S then you won't end up with 3S batteries that you'll never use later. The lower kv motors on 4S will give you more prop options and pull fewer amps. The higher the kv the more amps you'll draw with aggressive props, so that limits your options. Plus a higher kv motor will burn through your packs quicker giving you less flight time. Now if you run 4" props or 3S batteries on a higher kv motor you'll be fine, but you won't have as much overall power as a more aggressive prop on 2300kv.

This particular frame is designed for a bottom mounted battery.

Currently   Apr 19, 2017 

Sweet! Again, thanks for helping a beginner get into this hobby.

Whiffles   Apr 19, 2017 

My pleasure! Keep us updated on your build progress.

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