I built this quad in order to try out the new HGLRC FD1408 (3-4S) motors. I run a 3" Diatone with freaking BUTTER Cobra 1407 4100KV's (also on HGLRC electronics), and I can confidently report that HGLRC is now putting out motors that are what I consider "the smoothest I've ever flown". That is no hyperbole. These 1408's bring much needed attention to this size that often slips through the cracks. This quad flies like a 3" with the loftiness and "carving" ability of bigger quads (typical for the wide bladed 4052 Gemfan Flash props). I used the HGLRC F428 stack on this build (I talk to HGLRC frequently; they said this is what they run their 3-4S 1408's on), and I replaced their standoffs with dampening rings. The Tattu 1400 3S's size and weight make it seem almost intended for this frame specifically (no HD). In this configuration I can keep this quad in the air for a little less than 8 minutes (!). That too is no hyperbole. I've done it many times (camera angle much more shallow for these "micro LR" sessions). Once I again I have to declare that this quad is one of those "perfect storms" where the parts are well matched amongst the several producers it represents. I should note: do not rely on Armattan's antenna solution(s). They aren't that great and all 4 of mine are sitting in a toolbox somewhere. Just mount your aerials how you like to.
If you'd like to have a quad that you can fly as easy and often as a 2-3" with the power to weight ratio and command of a 5", I think you'll enjoy a quad similar to this one. I also like that this frame can be built very flat, making it easy to carry in a case with goggles and radio. There are 5-6S versions of these motors (I think they are 2600KV(?)). If I built a quad with those I'd use the FD445 stack that is basically the HGLRC version of the Aikon F42020 - 35A stack in 45A (so yes... its VERY nice. I used one on my ARX-R and I absolutely love that 20MM set).
Frame |
Gecko 4
(36 builds)
Armattanquads.com
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$76.00 |
Flight Controller |
HGLRC XJB F428 Dshot F4 AIO OSD BEC Flight Controller 28A Blheli_S 2-4S 4-In-1 ESC
(7 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$59.99 |
Motors |
4 x HGLRC Forward 1408 3600KV Motor
(2 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$54.36 |
Propellers |
Gemfan Flash 4052 Tri-Blade 4" Prop 4 Pack - Choose Your Color
(15 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$2.99 |
FPV Camera |
Foxeer Falkor Micro 1200TVL 1.8mm FPV Camera
(75 builds)
Getfpv.com
|
See Site |
FPV Transmitter |
Eachine TX526 5.8G 40CH 25MW/200MW/600MW Switchable AV Wireless FPV Transmitter RP-SMA Female
(120 builds)
Banggood.com
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$12.92 |
Antenna |
Realacc RHCP Super mini UXII Stubby 5.8GHz 1.6dBi FPV Antenna For TX RX Fatshark Goggles RC Drone
(41 builds)
Banggood.com
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$7.05 |
Receiver |
FrSky XM+ SBUS Mini Receiver
(1149 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
Batteries |
Tattu 3S 1400mAh 11.1V 45C 3S1P Lipo Battery Pack with XT30 Connector
Nitrohobbies.com
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$16.39 |
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