This build is going to become my main freestyle quad. I figured I wanted to build something a bit lighter and more capable for maneuverability, especially doing proximity stuff.
I'm still going to be keeping my Rooster for cinematic stuff like chasing or when I want smooth videos.
I first built it with a Unify HV, but it didn't fit above the camera like how I wanted to mount it. I could've stuck it above the FC but then there was no room for a LiPo strap. I ended up just getting a Unify V3 which works perfectly. Luckily I can use the Unify HV in my Rooster as something a bit more reliable and for better quality.
This is what I use with Ethix S3 props. I use a motor limit in some scenarios to help me do some really tight proxy.
https://pastebin.com/5Pw6NRLu
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Part List
Frame |
Apex 5" Base Frame Kit
(10 builds)
Drone-fpv-racer.com
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See Site |
Flight Controller |
CLRACINGF7 MPU V2 Flight Controller
Buzzfpv.com.au
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$8.65 |
ESCs |
Spedix GS45 32Bit 45A 3-6S 30x30 4in1 ESC w/ BEC
(3 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$41.96 |
Motors |
4 x RCINPOWER GTS V2 2207.5 1860KV / 2500KV / 2750KV Brushess Motor
Phaserfpv.com.au
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See Site |
Propellers |
HQ Prop ETHIX S4 5x3.7x3 Tri-Blade 5" Prop 4 pack - Lemon Lime
(60 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$3.49 |
Propellers |
HQProp Ethix S3 Watermelon Propellers
(35 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
FPV Camera |
Foxeer Predator V4 1.8 mm
(6 builds)
Fpvquads.com.au
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$63.95 |
FPV Transmitter |
TBS Unify Pro 5G8 V3 (SMA)
(197 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
Antenna |
TBS Triumph 5.8GHz RHCP FPV Antenna Set (SMA Male)
(191 builds)
Getfpv.com
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See Site |
Receiver |
TBS Crossfire Nano RX Special Edition
(9 builds)
Racedayquads.com
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$34.99 |
Batteries |
CNHL MiniStar 1250mAh 22.2V 6S 70C Lipo Battery XT60 Plug for RC Drone FPV Racing
(26 builds)
Banggood.com
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$32.54 |
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