I think this is literally the best 3" quad in existence. In my opinion, 3" quads are kinda a novelty. They're fun, but they don't really do anything particularly good except be small. The WORST part for me is that they don't carry HD cameras. So.. I got a runcam split. 20g all up worth of weight, and then added a micro swift for good measure and great video performance. This way, I can have the best of both worlds. Tiny little micro quad but with HD video. Should be pretty sweet. I haven't been able to fly it yet due to rain, but I can't wait to let this bad boy rip.
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Part List
Frame |
Le Volcor by Adam Kobitz
(5 builds)
Hyphymultirotors.com
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$34.99 |
Flight Controller |
DTFc Flight Controller
(2 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$31.99 |
ESCs |
4 x Sunrise Cicada - BLHeli-S -20A (2-4S) BB1
Readymaderc.com
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$11.20 |
Motors |
4 x Brotherhobby Tornado T1 1407 3600KV
(193 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$63.96 |
Propellers |
Team RaceKraft 3030x4 Race Prop Clear 2CW 2CCW
(12 builds)
Pirofliprc.com
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$3.99 |
FPV Camera |
RunCam Split HD / FPV Camera
(17 builds)
Getfpv.com
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$69.99 |
FPV Camera |
RunCam Micro Swift 600TVL 2.1mm IR Blocked 1/3 CCD FPV Camera PAL/NTSC 5.6g
(192 builds)
Banggood.com
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$29.99 |
FPV Transmitter |
TS5823S Micro VTX 5.8G 200mW 48CH Mini FPV Transmitter SMA RP-SMA for RC Drone
(6 builds)
Banggood.com
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$12.99 |
Receiver |
Futaba R2001SB 2.4GHz 1-Port S-FHSS S.Bus Receiver
Amainhobbies.com
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$58.99 |
Batteries |
FlexRC FPV Racing Drones | FPV Multicopter Store | Quadcopter Parts
(101 builds)
Flexrc.com
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$52.50 |
Guides & Reviews
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I think the issue with 3 inch is that their weigh to much for their prop size.....
I think if the weigh was closer to 100 grams prior to battery instead of he typical 160-200 grams prior to battery they would be far better. whats interesting is I feel some of the fastest 2-4s micro are just plain better due to their lower weight.
there is a new 1106 motor that can produce 230 grams of thrust on 2s! entirelly possible to have a 100 gram with batter quad with 900 grams of thrust, when you compared it to an average 3 inch they just do not compare......
IMO frame makers need a lighter frame, and motor makers need 1503 or something to make better use of the 3 inch prop while weighing less than the BH 1407, which are arguable a better 4 inch motor.
My 3in is about 150g without Lipo. 260g with 4S 850mAh, less than 250g with 4S 650maH.
I have a Legend 2 with a 3D printed angle mount weighing about 55g total. Adding this weight on top makes a non-negligible impact on the flight behaviour. With the lighter 650mah you get better perfs but less time.
I'm debating between the Split and the Mobius Mini. If I choose the Split, I will 3D print a mount similar to this one to put it on top of the quad. However it will have to be quite strong and well attached to not damage the camera system. I also use the Eachine DVR pro to record some flights from the goggles. Keeps everything light but video quality is not great.