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Introduction

Quadcopters are popular with modern residents of megacities. The trend is actively promoted in urban areas, our compatriots have already managed to appreciate selfies from the air. To obtain a high-quality image, you must use the appropriate equipment. A worthy model is the Walkera QR X350 PRO quadcopter, which replaced the X350. Walkera developers always listen to the comments that users make, which in turn leads to positive results sooner or later.

Peculiarities

• Devo-M open source flight controller
• brushless motors
• Max. removal distance 2km
• Max. flight time 25 min
• Walkera G 2-Axis Mechanical Gimbal – 2D
• Walkera iLook+ FPV Camera with Built-in 8CH VTX 5.8GHz (Compatible with “FatShark” FPV Goggles)
• GPS positioning
• Function “Autopilot” flight by waypoints (via software: “MissionPlanner”)
• GPS/Altitude/RTH flight modes
• Auto return instead of takeoff with subsequent landing (loss of connection, weak charge)
• LED backlight

Equipment

Officially, the manufacturer offers 4 configuration options:

1. QR X350PRO BNF (drone)
2. QR X350PRO GCS (drone, transmitter Devo F7, battery, charger)
3. QR X350PRO GoPro (drone, transmitter Devo F7, battery, charger, Walkera Devo F12E 2-Axis GoPro Adapted Gimbal FPV Controller)
4. QR X350PRO iLOOK (drone, transmitter Devo F7, charger, battery, 2-axis GoPro-adapted gimbal, iLOOK+ camera)

Well-known Internet trading platforms may offer their own configuration options, so they may differ radically from the manufacturer’s kit!

Specification

Drone

Brand:

walkera

Model:

QR X350 Pro

Color:

White

Positioning:

GPS + barometer

GPS control system:

Devo-M

FPV:

via Walkera iLook+ camera

Video transmission frequency:

5.8GHz

Control frequency:

2.4GHz

Return home function:

Yes

Control equipment:

Walkera Devo 7/10/F7

Receiver:

RX703 (Devo 7/10)/RX703A (Devo 7/10/F7)

Number of channels:

7/10

Drone battery type:

3S 11.1V 5200mAh 25C LiPo

Max. flight time:

25 min

Controlled Removal Distance:

1-2km

Controlled FPV Removal Distance:

500 – 2km

Stabilization:

6 axis gyroscope

Camera gimbal:

2-axis mechanical Walkera G-2D

Motors:

Brushless WK-WS-28-008C

ESC:

WST-15A(G/R)

Drone lighting:

LED

Flight weight:

up to 1350gr

Drone dimensions:

289×289×205mm

Camera

Brand:

walkera

Model:

iLook+ FPV

Matrix:

13MP 1/3″

Viewing Angle:

170º

Video:

1920×1080p@30fps MOV H.264

A photo:

4032×3024 JPEG

Memory:

microSD up to 32GB

VTX:

built-in 8-channel 5.8GHz

Frequency range:

5866/5847/5828/5809/5790/5771/5772/5733GHz

Video stream broadcast distance:

500 – 1000km

Operating temperature range:

-10 ~ +70℃

Dimensions:

58.9×40.9×20.8mm

The weight:

125gr

Appearance

Motors

The Walkera QR X350PRO quadcopter is equipped with PRO-Z-06B Convex Cover WK-WS-28-008C brushless motors. The developer does not disclose performance information. The potential is sufficient to complete the tasks.

Camera

Depending on the configuration, the Walkera QR X350PRO quadcopter can be equipped with a top-end camera – Walkera iLook + FPV with a built-in 5.8GHz FPV module. Allows you to simultaneously take photos / videos, as well as broadcast a video stream in real time without delay. Max. photo resolution: 4032 × 3024 JPEG. Max. video resolution: 1920 × 1080p at 30fps. The quality of the footage is commendable. For realizing first-person flight, it supports pairing with most analog FPV devices, including the famous FatShark FPV goggles.

suspension

Universal 2-axis mechanical suspension – Walkera G-2D. Provides controlled from control equipment stabilized photo / video shooting by means of UAVs. Adapted for the installation of GoPro action cameras. Comes with the Walkera QR X350PRO drone in two factory configurations.

Food

By default, the quadcopter is equipped with a 3-cell lithium-polymer battery 11.1V 5200mAh 25C (for the previous version, the battery capacity is 2200mAh). According to the specification, it provides a maximum flight time of 25 minutes. In the test with a mixed style of piloting with the camera turned on, this time was no more than 18 minutes. Charging time from the included charger is 5-7 hours.

Due to the fact that some users state the fact of recharging the battery with a complete charger. For safety reasons, it is recommended that you refuse to use the stock charger and charge the battery using proven devices, such as “iMax B6-AC”, etc. Recall that even an insignificant overcharge of LiPo batteries leads to at least a malfunction and, at a maximum, to ignition!

Control

Quadcopter Walkera QR X350PRO can be equipped with four types of control equipment. They provide the maximum range of controlled flight, including from the first person from 1-2 km.

1. Walkera Devo7 (7ch 2.4GHz)
2. Walkera Devo10 (10ch 2.4GHz)
3. Walkera Devo F7 (7-channel FPV controller with built-in 8-channel VTX 5.8GHz and built-in 3.5″ LCD)
4. Walkera Devo F12E (12CH FPV Control Gear with Built-in 32CH VTX 5.8GHz and Built-in 5″ LCD)

Flight modes

By default, the Walkera QR X350PRO quadcopter received three programmed flight modes:

1. GPS – suitable for large-scale shooting. In this mode, the electronics noticeably limits the angles of inclination and the dynamics of the quad as a whole. The drone becomes more calm. Using the GPS module, it allows you to maintain a position in accordance with the current coordinates without the participation of the pilot.
2. Altitude – suitable for dynamic flights in the “Gas to the floor” mode. Electronics fully reveals the potential of the quadrocopter. By means of a barometric sensor, it allows you to hold the altitude horizontally. The pilot also needs to control the horizontal displacement of the drone, which can occur, for example, due to gusts of wind.
3. RTH (return home) – the classic mode of return to the take-off point. It is activated by the pilot from the toggle switch on the control equipment, or it is activated automatically when communication is lost or when the battery is low, followed by automatic landing.

Note the fact that in RTH mode the drone returns to the takeoff site and performs auto-landing with an error of 1.5 – 3m. It is worth considering this, otherwise the pilot risks dropping the quadcopter!

Waypoint flight

The Walkera QR X350PRO quadcopter can fly waypoints using the pre-installed MissionPlanner software.

Test Drive

In the Walkera QR X350PRO test, it showed confident traction typical of budget brushless drones. He especially showed himself in Altitude mode. The control is stable, I didn’t have to get used to it, the work of the 6-axis gyroscope and electronics in general affects. In windy weather, flight qualities deteriorate significantly, the bulkiness of the structure affects.

Price

The quadcopter is sold by the developer through the Amazon Internet marketplace at a price of $325.

Conclusion

Walkera QR X350 Pro Devo 10 G-2D from $325

Functionality

9/10

Flight time

8/10

flight qualities

8/10

compactness

5/10

Equipment

9/10

Reliability

7/10

Price quality

6/10

pros

• Quality
• Controller Open Code
• brushless motors
• GPS module
• Waypoint flight (via MissionPlanner software)
• Flight modes
• Walkera iLook+ FPV HD/GoPro Camera
• VTX cameras compatible with FatShark FPV Goggles
• Flight range up to 2km / Flight time with camera 18 minutes
• Auto return instead of takeoff with subsequent landing (loss of connection, weak charge)

Minuses

• Not ready to fly out of the box (requires setup of both drone and gimbal and remote
• Factory low battery warning causes drone to crash (need to turn off and set buzzer)
• Dislikes flying in windy weather
• Constantly in flight, the battery compartment opens
• The hinged part of the drone supports is not fixed (you have to set it manually)

The optimal ratio of price and quality of the product. Will be fully appreciated by advanced pilots who like to experiment with PC settings. It does not fly out of the box, it requires gimbal adjustment, disabling the factory low battery warning system, — due to its incorrect execution, as well as the installation of a simple buzzer to control the low charge and adjust the control equipment. Strongly dislikes flying in windy weather. The main purpose, provided that a good camera and a 3-axis gimbal are retrofitted, is amateur photo / video shooting. Age limit 14+.

A photo

Photo with Walkera QR X350PRO quadcopter.

Video

Video with Walkera QR X350PRO quadcopter.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TrblwZqoNZk

Introduction

The Chinese company Walkera announced its new model of the Walkera Runner 250 serial quadrocopter in early June 2015. The capabilities of the device immediately interested connoisseurs of the so-called “first-person flight” (FPV). The Runner 250 was the first Walkera designed primarily for participation in the most exciting air racing – Drone Racing. Quad was created on the basis of the most modern technologies, taking into account the needs of the user.

Peculiarities

• Modular design (repair or upgrade does not require soldering)
• Impact-resistant composite materials
• Powerful 2500KV brushless motors
• Max. horizontal flight speed 40 km/h
• 800TVL FPV camera
• Analog 5.8GHz video transmitter for realizing FPV flight
• Real-time flight telemetry
• Max. FPV removal distance 1km
• 2 × flight modes
• Return to Home Mode (RTH)
• Max. flight time 14 min
• Drone weight 530g
• Ready to fly out of the box

Equipment

The developer offers the drone in four RTF configurations:

1. Basic 1 Package (drone/charger/remote/battery)
2. Basic 2 Package (drone/charging/remote/battery/FPV camera/VTX)
3. Basic 3 Package (drone/charging/remote/battery/FPV camera/VTX/OSD)
4. FPV Version (Drone/Charger/Remote/Battery/FPV Camera/VTX/OSD/FPV goggles 2)

Instruction Walkera Runner 250.

Specification

Brand:

walkera

Model:

Runner 250

Equipment:

DEVO7

Max. FPV Removal Distance:

1km

Rotor diameter:

140mm

Drone Power:

3S 11.1V 2200mAh 25C LiPo

Battery dimensions:

101×33×25mm

Max. flight time:

14 min

Charging time:

no more than 120 min

Camera:

800TVL CMOS FOV 90°

Motors:

brushless WK-WS-28-014 2500KV

ESC controls:

Runner 250 20A

Receiver:

DEVO-RX710

Flight controller:

FCS Runner 250

Flight control system:

on the MWC platform

OSD:

Runner 250

Buzzer:

Yes

Video transmitter:

TX5816 (FCC) TX5817 (CE)

The weight:

570gr

Dimensions:

225×205×92mm

Appearance

Motors

Runner 250 has Walkera WK-WS-28-014 2500KV brushless motors in tandem with 20A Runner 250 ESC. In practice, they have proven themselves exclusively from the best side. They provide exemplary flight dynamics in the occupied niche of racing UAVs.

The build quality of the stock two-bladed 140mm rotors leaves much to be desired. In the future, it is recommended to stop using them and install better props.

Camera

On board the R250 is a 800TVL heading FPV camera with a variable tilt angle. Works in tandem with a 25mW (for CE) or 200mW (for FCC) analog video transmitter. In practice, with 200mW VTX provide optimal first-person flight quality at a distance of up to 350 meters (with a declared maximum distance of 1 km), then a gradual deterioration in broadcast quality, which is generally the norm for this niche of racing UAVs.

Food

The quadcopter is equipped with a 3S 11.1V 2200mAh 25C lithium polymer battery with an XT60 connector. According to the specification, it provides a maximum flight time of 14 minutes. In practice, in mixed piloting mode, this time is 6 minutes. In the “gas to the floor” mode, no more than 4 minutes of flight. Charging time from the supplied charger is no more than 120 minutes.

Due to the fact that some users state the fact of recharging the battery with a complete charger. For safety reasons, it is recommended that you refuse to use the stock charger and charge the battery using proven devices, such as “iMax B6-AC”, etc. Recall that even an insignificant overcharge of LiPo batteries subsequently leads to at least a malfunction and, at a maximum, to ignition!

Control

The R250 is controlled by amateur 7-channel control equipment – Walkera Devo 7. It operates at a frequency of 2.4 GHz. By default, power is supplied from 8 × AA, which in practice is not enough for a long time. Provides a distance of up to 700 meters in an interference-free area. Supports work in the “Coach-Student” mode through the included cable.

In the future, it is recommended to abandon the use of AA batteries and install a LiPo battery (for example, 3S 2200mAh) using the JST connector. This approach will significantly extend the overall operating time of the remote control.

Flight modes

At the disposal of the user of the 2-mode flight:

1. Normal – the angles are minimal, the electronics 100% control the horizontal position of the drone.
2. Roll flight — electronics is disabled, the angles are maximum. Allows you to perform coups.

Test Drive

Walkera Runner 250 has established itself as a professional model. Separately, it is worth noting the well-tuned flight controller, the drone is indicatively stable, controllable and dynamic for the occupied niche of racing UAVs. The quality of the flight from the first person deserves respect, there are practically no broadcast failures even in bad weather. An equally important role is played by a quite bright LED backlight both in front and behind, which allows you to easily determine the direction of the drone during visual piloting. Failsafe mode is not configured by default, if the connection is lost, the drone motors continue to work. To change the default “Failsafe” settings in the DEVO 7 menu: Settings/Functions/Safe/Throttle (Throttle)/Change “HOLD” to “SAFE”.

Price

Depending on the configuration, the Runner 250 quadrocopter is sold by the developer at the following prices:

1. Basic 1 Package (drone/charger/remote/battery) — $226
2. Basic 2 Package (drone/charger/remote/battery/FPV camera/VTX) — $259
3. Basic 3 Package (drone/charger/remote/battery/FPV camera/VTX/OSD) — $360
4. FPV Version (Drone/Charger/Remote/Battery/FPV Camera/VTX/OSD/FPV Goggle 2) — $748

Conclusion

Walkera Runner 250 from $226

Functionality

5/10

Flight time

6/10

flight qualities

8/10

compactness

5/10

Equipment

10/10

Reliability

9/10

Price quality

10/10

pros

• Execution quality
• Strength
• Modular design (no soldering iron required for repairs and upgrades)
• Powerful motors
• Flight characteristics
• FPV Quality
• Flight time
• LED backlight
• Equipment options
• Ready to fly out of the box

Minuses

• Open design, as the cause of probable breakdowns
• Failsafe mode not configured by default
• The stock charger recharges the battery
• Heavy control equipment

Drone Walkera Runner 250 proved to be excellent in drone racing on pro tracks. One of the best offers in the niche of racing UAVs. The potential of the drone will be appreciated only by experienced pilots, it is better for beginners to look for something less speedy and budget. Age limit 14+.

A photo

Photo with Walkera Runner 250 drone.

Video

Video with Walkera Runner 250 drone.

Introduction

User criticism of the Runner 250 prompted developers to create a completely new racing drone – the Walkera F210. In a number of significant differences, the high strength of the frame and the camera are adapted for flights in low light conditions. The line does not overlap with the Runner 250 as it comes with a 210 frame.

Peculiarities

• Unique aerodynamic design
• Super strong and lightweight materials
• Equidistant position of drone beams
• 700TVL FPV video camera adapted for shooting in low light conditions
• F3 open source flight controller
• Powerful brushless power plant
• Weight with battery 560 grams
• Flight time up to 9 minutes

Equipment

The developer offers six configuration options:

1. F210 BNF + additional battery (without Devo 7 control equipment)
2. F210 RTF + additional battery (with Devo 7 control equipment)
3. F210 + FPV remote DEVO-F12E + extra battery
4. F210 + FPV goggles Goggle 3
5. F210 + FPV goggles Goggle 4 + extra battery

Included RTF:

• Walkera F210
• 2 × rechargeable batteries 4S 1300mAh with XT60 connector
• Devo7 remote control (power not included)
• Charger
• 4 × rotors (2CW/2CCW)
• 4 × spare rotors (2CW/2CCW)
• Tool
• Double-sided tape
• Training Jack Cable
• USB cable (for connecting drone to PC)
• Drone manual + CD manual for Devo7 (in English)

Packed very well and with high quality, such boxing is not afraid of falling and blows, everything will be safe.

Specification

Drone

Rotor diameter:

128mm

Dimensions (L×W×H):

182×182×103mm

Drone weight with battery:

560gr

Remote control:

DEVO7

Receiver

DEVO-RX713

Flight controller:

FCS-F210(F3)

Video transmitter:

TX5825(FCC)/TX5824(CE)

On Screen Display (OSD):

OSDF210

Motors:

brushless type WK-WS-28-014A (CW/CCW) 2500KV

ESC:

F210-Z-24 20A

Drone Power:

4S 14.8V 1300mAh 40C LiPo

Max. flight time:

9 minutes

Working temperature range:

-10℃ to +40

Camera

Camera:

700 TVL

Horizontal resolution:

700 TVL

Color rendering systems:

PAL/NTSC

Video output:

1.0VP-p/75Ω

Power consumption:

DC 12V

video transmitter

Image transmission:

5.8GHz wireless

TX5825(FCC):

4 channel

TX5824(CE):

8 channel

Output Power TX5825(FCC):

200MW

Output Power TX5824(CE):

25 MW

Appearance

Appearance is the “calling card” of the drone and without exaggeration reflects the full potential of the F210. The FPV camera is located in front, covered with a plastic shield made of fairly strong plastic. All supporting elements of the drone are now made of carbon fiber. It is safe to say that he is not afraid of falls and blows. A powerful front-facing LED light works in tandem with a camera adapted to shooting in low light conditions. Everything is done in exemplary quality and unique racing style, taking into account aerodynamics.

Motors

The drone is equipped with powerful Walkera WK-WS-28-014A 2500KV brushless motors working in tandem with 20A high-performance ESCs. They are located on four 3mm carbon beams equidistant from each other, which allowed the developers to achieve the best stability and controllability for this model in all piloting modes. In practice, they provide “crazy” dynamics for a serial racing drone. It is unlikely that the closest competitors will find a stock rival capable of showing a similar flight potential.

Camera

On board the drone FPV video camera 700TVL with a viewing angle of 120° adapted for shooting in low light conditions. In practice, it provides an exemplary quality of flight from the first person. Operates in tandem with a 25mW (for CE) or 200mW (for FCC) analog video transmitter.

The position of the FPV camera can be adjusted. The maximum angle (for experienced pilots) is 45º.

CL antenna with SMA connector is mated with a flexible coaxial cable.

Most of the electronics are accessible from the bottom of the drone. For example: 5.8GHz VTX and OSD with 2.4GHz receiver. To access them, unscrew the three screws at the bottom of the drone.

The default video transmission frequency is 5733 MHz, channel #8. The frequency can be set manually using a three-position DIP switch on any of the eight available channels. There is also another two position DIP switch that activates and deactivates the on-screen display (OSD).

Food

By default, the drone comes with a high-performance lithium polymer battery – Walkera 4S 14.8V 1300mAh 40C LiPo. According to the specification provides a maximum flight time of 9 minutes. In practice, this time was in mixed mode: 7-8 minutes, in the “Gas to the floor” mode: 3-4 minutes. Charging time from the supplied charger is 90 minutes. When the voltage drops below 14V, the buzzer turns on, which is impossible not to hear.

The XT60 connector is located vertically. The drone battery, as you can see, does not completely occupy the compartment, which gives us the opportunity to install a larger capacity battery. Battery compartment wall thickness: 1.5mm, execution material: carbon.

Control

The unchanged Devo7 is not a bad 7-channel remote, but it is very heavy. It can also be noted that the equipment itself is powered by eight AA batteries and, as practice has shown, they do not last long. Therefore, the control over the charge level of the transmitter with this type of power supply must be constant! Provides a distance of up to 700 meters in an interference-free area.

Note the fact that as soon as the connection with the drone is lost, it uncontrollably gains momentum to the maximum. Failsafe mode, like on the Walkera Runner 250, is not adjustable here.

Test Drive

The power on the remote control is turned on first, and only then the power on the drone. Linking the drone to the remote control will be accompanied by beeps and LED flashes on the back of the quad. The completion of the binding will be indicated by a permanently lit red LED on the left side of the LED block, and the beeps will stop.

In order to activate the drone motors, you need to:

1. Enable Remote
2. Turn on the drone
3. On the remote control, move the left stick to the left (see illustration below). Activation will be indicated by a red light LED on the right side of the LED block with sound. Now two red diodes are lit on the block. The drone is ready to fly.

Be careful when you pick up the remote when starting to run. The drone is very fast and if activated carelessly, the user risks harming himself and others!

Flight qualities

Driving the F210 proved to be very easy. The drone will impress any critic with its speed and maneuverability. Vertical traction at a height. If you lose contact with the drone, you can watch it take off into the sky with maximum acceleration, followed by a fall from a great height. Keep in touch! We hope that this bug will be fixed by the developers in the near future. FPV signal is excellent. Displayed information FPV display does not overload. Fantastic performance of flips. When the voltage drops below 14V, the buzzer turns on, which is impossible not to hear.

Price

The developer offers the drone in 4 different bundles at the following prices:

1. F210 BNF + additional battery (without Devo 7 control equipment) – $369
2. F210 RTF + additional battery (with Devo 7 control equipment) – $399
3. F210 + Goggle 4 FPV goggles + extra battery – $558
4. F210 + FPV remote DEVO-F12E + extra battery – $569

Conclusion

Walkera F210 from $369

Functionality

5/10

Flight time

5/10

flight qualities

10/10

compactness

5/10

Equipment

9/10

Reliability

9/10

Price quality

10/10

pros

• Execution quality
• Aerodynamically designed design
• Durable (carbon base)
• Flight performance (fast and stable)
• Fly like a rocket with a GoPro
• FPV Quality
• Flight time
• Ready for a complete upgrade
• Flies out of the box (RTF)

Minuses

• Not regulated by “Failsafe” (yet)
• Heavy stock control equipment
• Remote control batteries run out very quickly

Super drone, if not perfect, then certainly excellent. In any race will be a worthy opponent. Not adjustable “Failsafe”, but this will be resolved by the developers in the near future with a firmware update. Large range of adjustments. The risk of losing radio contact with the drone if you are flying within a radius of 400 meters is extremely small. Very durable. Decent FPV system. Ready to fly out of the box. Suitable for both an amateur and a professional, given that the pros love to manually configure the PC and work with a soldering iron in order to further upgrade the quad.

A photo

Photo with Walkera F210 drone.

Video

Video with Walkera F210 drone.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=videoseries

Introduction

The 2016 model from a well-known Chinese company is the Walkera Furious 320 racing quadcopter. Anyone who has ever dealt with UAVs from this manufacturer will say that this is always a guarantee of quality and complete freedom of action in terms of upgrades. Furious 320 adapted for FPV racing. This model is a continuation of the previous model Walkera 250 Runner, which fans of the unmanned hobby have already appreciated.

Peculiarities

• Modular, crash-resistant carbon construction
• CC3D Open Source Flight Controller
• Powerful 1700KV brushless motors
• Automatic pitch change of motors
• High-speed ceiling – 120km / h
• GPS/GLONASS
• 3 × flight modes
• Autonomous flight modes
• FHD camera 1920×1080p@60fps
• Analog FPV flight at 5.8GHz
• Max. video transmitter power 200mW
• On Screen Display (OSD)
• Flight time 8-10 minutes

Equipment

Walkera Furious 320 is sold in 3 trim levels:

1. Furious 320 BNF (without hardware and GPS)
2. Furious 320 RTF + Devo7 Hardware + GPS
3. Furious 320 RTF + Devo10 hardware

The kit will include:

• Drone Walkera Furious 320
• Li-polymer battery 4S 14.8V 2600mAh 25C
• Charger 60W 3.3A (complete with adapter for charging 3S battery)
• Devo7/Devo10 remote controller (powered by 4 x AA)
• 4 × rotors
• 4 × spare rotors
• Instruction (in and English)
• Cable (Jack) 3.5/3.5
• 2 × USB cables (for connecting drone to PC)
• Antenna type “Grip” (to the video transmitter)
• Tool

Specification

Drone

Rotor diameter:

167mm

Dimensions:

328×254×118mm

Drone weight (without battery):

810g

Control equipment:

DEVO7/DEVO10

Receiver:

DEVO-RX712

Control Controller:

FCS-FURIOUS 320(C)

Video transmitter:

TX5821(FCC)/TX5820(CE)

OSD:

FURIOUS 320OSD(C)

Engines:

brushless type WK-WS-28-015(CW/CCW) 1700KV

Speed ​​controllers:

FURIOUS 320(CW/CCW)

Drone Power:

4S 14.8V 2600mAh 25C LiPo

Drone battery dimensions:

120×34×34mm

Flight time:

9-10min

Operating range temperatures:

-10º to +40ºC

materials

carbon

Camera (800TVL)

Max video resolution:

1920×1080p@60fps

Storage device:

MicroSD up to 32GB

Video format:

MOV

Max. photo resolution:

4000×3000

Photo Format:

JPG

Food:

DC 5V

Video system:

PAL/NTSC

Video output:

1.0Vp-p/75fi

Food:

DC 12V

video transmitter

Video transmitter:

5.8G

TX5816(FCC):

4 channel

TX5817(CE):

8 channel

TX5816(FCC):

output voltage <200mW

Appearance

Frame

All elements of the Walkera Furious 320 are made of high quality materials, most of which are made of carbon. As a result, the Furious 320 is lightweight with maximum strength. The designers did a great job with the appearance of the drone, but the trick lies deeper than just a beautiful design. The frame of the Furious 320 is designed in such a way that only low-cost components will be subject to destruction in case of serious accidents.

PC

The developers subtly felt the contingent of future users of the Furious 320 and left the code of the flight controller under the control of the CC3D system open. Now the pilot can fine-tune the drone for himself. This option will be most appreciated by advanced users, but amateurs will also show no small interest in it. In order to make changes to the operation of the controller, the drone must be connected to a PC or laptop.

Motors

The drone has powerful variable-angle Walkera WK-WS-28-015 1700KV brushless motors. Automatic change of pitch of the motors — the function allows to significantly improve the flight performance of the drone by automatically changing the angle of the position of the motors depending on the flight modes.

Camera

The Furious 320 has a full FHD camera on board. Records video in resolution: 1920 × 1080p at 60 fps, takes a photo of 4000 × 3000 pixels. Adapted for shooting in low light conditions. The footage is stored on MicroSD up to 32GB. For first-person flight, it works in tandem with an analog video transmitter with a maximum power of 200mW. Broadcast video stream at a frequency of 5.8 GHz.

Food

By default, it is equipped with a 4-cell lithium-polymer battery 14.8V 2600mAh 25C LiPo. Dimensions: 120 × 34 × 34mm. As the saying goes: “Powerful drone, powerful battery.” According to the specification, it provides a maximum flight time of 9-10 minutes. In practice, in the “Gas to the floor” mode, no more than 3-4 minutes. Charger included.

Control

Flight modes

The user has three flight modes that reveal the potential of the drone from simple to complex:

1. Basic (recommended for beginners)
2. Medium
   
3. Advanced (advanced pilots only)
   

Autonomous flight modes

Built-in satellite positioning modules gave the Furious 320 autonomous flight modes:

• Flight according to pre-set coordinates
• Hold position
• Return home (with automatic calculation of the time for the return trip)

Flight qualities

The drone is responsive, maneuverable, high-speed, showed excellent vertical thrust at maximum modes, while controlling the Furious 320 is absolutely easy, you get used to it very quickly. Pleasantly pleased with the smoothness of the ride, when necessary.

Price

Walkera Furious 320 is sold through the Amazon online trading platform:

1. Furious 320 BNF (without hardware and GPS) – $669
2. Furious 320 RTF (Devo7 hardware + GPS) – $674
3. Furious 320 RTF (Devo10 Hardware) – $676

Conclusion

Walkera Furious 320 from $669

Functionality

6/10

Flight time

6/10

flight qualities

10/10

compactness

4/10

Equipment

9/10

Reliability

10/10

Price quality

10/10

pros

• Design
• Execution quality
• Robust modular design
• Open source PC
• Flight performance
• 3 × drone activity modes
• Stabilization mode
• Autonomous flight modes
• FHD camera (image quality)
• FPV Quality

Minuses

• Dimensions
• No transport case included
• Price

One of the best ready-made kits for FPV racing. The capabilities of the quad will be appreciated by both professionals and drone racing enthusiasts. The model, in fact, has collected all the features that a modern racing drone should have, and therefore has every right to claim the “Best of the Best 2016” in the occupied UAV segment. Age limit 16+.

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Photo from Walkera Furious 320.

Video

Video from Walkera Furious 320.

Introduction

One of the most serious competitors in the world of household UAVs in October 2016 introduced its new product – the Walkera Aibao intelligent flying platform. Based on current trends, the Walkera developers took into account all the important aspects and at the same time offered their own view on how they see the drone with the letter “Smart”.

Walkera Aibao Drone is the first drone that allows you to play in real flight.

Peculiarities

• 3 × game modes with augmented reality elements in real flight
• 5.8G FPV high definition system with max. delay 300ms
• Positioning 2 × GPS/GLONASS modules + 2 × ultrasonic sensors
• 12MP 4K camera (with built-in mechanical image damping system)
• 2 × preprogrammed flight modes
• Altitude Hold
• Auto takeoff/landing
• Return to remote
• Multifunctional control equipment DEVO F8E
• Max. speed up to 72 km/h
• Max. removal distance 1.5 km
• Max. flight time 18 min
• Mobile App for IOS/Android

Equipment

The developer offers Aibao in two trim levels:

1. Aibao
2. Aibao + extra battery

The simple kit will include:

• Walkera Aibao
  
• Control equipment DEVO-F8E
• 1 × intelligent battery 7.6V 5200mAh 39.52Wh LiPo
• 4 × rotors (CW/CCW)
• 4 × spare rotors (CW/CCW)
• Charger (for charging the drone battery and control equipment)
• Instruction (in English)

Specification

Drone

Positioning:

GPS/GLONASS + 2 × ultrasonic sensors

Flight controller:

FCS-280 AIBAO

Return home function:

Yes

Distance control function:

Yes

Point of Interest mode:

Yes

Waypoints mode:

Yes

Altitude hold mode:

Yes

Max. range of flight:

up to 1500 meters

Drone battery type:

7.6V 5200mAh 39.52Wh LiPo

Max. flight time:

18min

Max. horizontal flight speed:

GPS mode: 18km/h;
sport mode: 36km/h;
Altitude hold mode: 72km/h

Max. lifting speed:

18km/h

Max. sink rate:

11km/h

Max. removal distance:

up to 1.5km

Operating temperature range:

-25℃ to +60℃

Motors:

Brushless type WK-WS-28-014B(CW/CCW)

ESC:

AIBAO(CW/CCW)

Drone lighting:

LED

Drone weight (with battery):

570gr

Flying environment:

Indoor/Outdoor

Control equipment

Multifunctional control panel:

DEVO F8E

Radio frequency:

2.4GHz

Gyroscope:

6 axis

Battery type transmitter:

7.4V 6000mAh LiPo

Transmitter power:

100mW

Sensitivity:

-93dBm

Max. effective removal distance:

up to 1.5km

Camera

Matrix size:

1/2.3 Sony

Permission:

16MP

Field of View (FOV)

100° F2.2-2.8

Photo resolution:

16M (4640×3480)
12M (4000×3000)
8M (3264×2448)
5M (2592×1944)

Video resolution:

UHD: 4096×2160p@25fps;
3840×2160p@30fps
FHD: 1920×1080p@60fps
HD: 1280×720p@120fps

Video Format:

MP4/MOV

Supported types of memory cards:

SD/SDHC/SDXC Micro SD

Working temperature range:

-10℃ to +40℃

FPV system

Frequency range:

5.8GHz (Wi-Fi)

Max. removal distance:

800m

RF transmit power EIRP:

200mW

Video streaming rate:

>6Mbps

Delay time:

about 300ms

Operating temperature range:

-10℃ to +60℃

FPV display:

Smartphone/Tablet on IOS/Android

FPV Goggles:

supports

suspension

Stabilization device:

built-in mechanical damping system

Tilt angle:

13º

App

Mobile device:

IOS/Android

OS Requirements:

IOS8.0 and above/Android v4.4 and above

Application for virtual competition in real flight:

Walkera GO

Air Flight Application:

Walkera Drone

Appearance

Motors

Walkera Aibao Drone is equipped with high-efficiency WK-WS-28-014B(CW/CCW) brushless motors developed by Walkera Co..

Autonomous flight modes

Aibao has two pre-programmed flight modes:

1. Orbit flight – performs an autonomous flight around the object selected for shooting at a given height, distance and at a given speed.
2. Waypoint – allows the user to set the future route of an autonomous flight through a mobile application, in order to subsequently concentrate their attention exclusively on aerial photography.

The selection and activation of modes will become available after installing and launching the Walkera Drone application.

Game modes of flight

Allows you to play in real flight. Thanks to augmented realityaugmented reality – AR) depending on the game mode, the pilot’s FPV display will display virtual objects that will closely interact with the drone during a real flight.

Game modes become available after installing and launching the Walkera GO app.

1. Racing — allows you to set up a track with elements of augmented reality in real flight conditions. Take flight by improving your flying skills.
2. Battle – a powerful virtual fighter will appear in the pilot’s field of vision, in order to win, conduct virtual shooting at enemy aircraft. In the future, it will be possible to play in the “Multiplayer” mode.
3. Gold – collect all virtual gold coins on a given route and get a reward to get access to the next route.

For a more complete experience of game modes, it is recommended to fly with FPV goggles/helmets.

Camera

On board is a 12MP 4K camera with a built-in mechanical image damping system. Provides high-quality photos and videos with a wide range of settings. The disadvantages include the lack of a full-fledged mechanical suspension, image stabilization is minimal.

Food

The Aibao drone is powered by a highly intelligent two-cell lithium polymer battery with a capacity of 5200mAh 39.52Wh. Provides a maximum flight time of 18 minutes. Full charge time is about 2 hours. In addition to the main telemetry displayed on the gadget’s display, the drone’s battery has its own external LED indication of the current state of charge, which is always welcomed by users.

Control

Walkera Aibao Drone is controlled by a multifunctional 16-channel remote control with a built-in 6-axis gyroscope – DEVO F8E. The operating frequency range is 2.4GHz. Provides a distance of up to 1.5 km in an interference-free area. Power is supplied from a lithium-polymer battery 7.4V 6000mAh. In the “Stand by” mode, the operating time is up to 48 hours.

FPV

First-person flight for Aibao is implemented via Wi-Fi at a frequency of 5.8GHz. The broadcast quality is ensured by the high-definition FPV system through the Walkera Drone mobile application pre-installed on a smartphone/tablet (IOS; Android). FPV quality: 1280×720p with 300ms max latency. In an interference-free zone, it provides video stream transmission over a distance of up to 800 meters.

flight properties

Like all smart drones, Walkera Aibao is not tied to the experience of owning a UAV. Due to its low weight, flawless electronics, coupled with high-performance brushless motors, Aibao Drone showed distinctive dynamics and controllability in the UAV niche in the test.

Price

Walkera Aibao Drone is sold by the developer in two configurations through store.walkera, as well as through well-known Internet trading platforms:

1. Aibao – $469
2. Aibao + battery – $495

Conclusion

Walkera Aibao from $469

Functionality

9/10

Flight time

7/10

flight qualities

8/10

compactness

5/10

Equipment

8/10

Reliability

10/10

Price quality

10/10

pros

• Quality
• Design
• Compact
• 2 × GPS modules
• Pre-programmed flight modes
• dynamic
• Augmented reality in FPV flight
• FPV Quality
• Camera (capture quality)
• Ready to fly out of the box

Minuses

• No follow me mode
• The camera does not have a full gimbal (stabilization is minimal)
• Bulky control equipment
• Doesn’t fly around obstacles

Walkera Aibao is a drone that can give a game with elements of the virtual world in real flight. A completely different look at the role of a drone in human life. The quadcopter will be appreciated by both beginners and advanced amateurs with completely different preferences – FPV flight, photo and video shooting, AR entertainment. Fully justifies the money spent and is a “long-term” purchase. Age limit 16+.

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Photo by Walkera Aibao Drone.

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Video from Walkera Aibao Drone.

The drone requires software development. We recommend to refrain from buying Walkera VITUS 320, at least until the first stable positive reviews!

Introduction

Looking at the drones from DJI Innovations, it’s hard to imagine a competitor that could proudly stand next to it. Current trends require household drone manufacturers to pursue clear goals: manufacturability, compactness, high quality shooting, long flight time, flight range, affordable price. And any deviation threatens to reduce demand for manufactured products.

Until recently, the Mavic Pro didn’t even come close to competing and proudly held the lead. But, quite recently, the well-known brand Walkera finally presented their new product, which they showed back in January at CES 2017 – the Walkera VITUS 320.

About the product

The fuselage of the drone is visually very similar to the well-known Inspire 2 drone. Its main part is occupied by a battery on the top of which there is a power button and an indication of the current charge, where again the Inspire design can be traced. The drone arms, landing legs, and rotors all received folding mechanisms, all for the sake of compactness. When folded, VITUS measures 9.3 x 23.3 x 11.4cm (Mavic: 8.3 x 8.3 x 19.8cm), unfolded: 27.9 × 22.9 × 11.3 cm, at 890 grams (Mavic: 743 grams).

Peculiarities

• Foldable design
• 4K camera in 3-axis mechanical gimbal
• Video stream over Wi-Fi at 5.8GHz
• 3-way obstacle detection system
• Positioning GPS/GLONASS + 2 × optical and 1 × IR sensors
• Control at 2.4GHz
• Auto takeoff/landing
• Auto return to takeoff
• 3 × flight modes
• 4 × autonomous flight modes
• Gesture control
• 3 × game flight modes with augmented reality elements
• Maximum flight time 25 min
• Max FPV Removal Distance 1.5km

Equipment

The developer offers the drone in two trim levels:

1. Walkera VITUS 320 (1 × battery included)
2. Walkera VITUS 320 Combo (2 × batteries included)

Specification

Drone

Brand:

walkera

Model:

VITUS 320

Motors:

WK-WS-28-015A

ESC:

ESC WST-Vitus 320 (G/R)

Food:

3S11.4V 5200mAh LiPo 59.28Wh

Control equipment:

Devo F8S

Flight time:

25 minutes with 10% remaining battery charge and 28 minutes (max. time)

Dimensions (in flight condition):

27.9×22.9×11.3cm

Weight (including battery):

890gr.

Operating temperature range:

-10°С to +40°С

suspension

Adjustable swivel range:

-90° to 0°

Camera

Sensor:

Sony 1/2.3″ CMOS; 12MP

Lens:

FOV 85°; 4.4mm; f/2.8

ISO:

100-12800

e-shutter:

1/30-1/8000

Photo resolution:

4000×3000 (12MP); 3840×2160 (8MP)

Video resolution:

UHD: 3840 × 2160 at 30fps
FHD: 1920 × 1080 at 60 fps

Max. bitrate:

64Mbps

Supported file systems:

FAT32/exFAT

Photo Format:

JPEG

Video Format:

MP4

Supported memory cards:

microSD, max. capacity – 64GB

Equipment

Dimensions:

17.3×10.1×7cm

Operating frequency range for control:

2.4GHz

Frequency range for FPV:

5.8GHz (Wi-Fi)

Range:

up to 1.5km (under optimal conditions and in the absence of electronic interference)

Food:

built-in 2S 7.4V 2200mAh

Appearance

Sensors

Walkera VITUS received a 3-way obstacle detection system (OFS-03) through optical sensors on the front and sides of the drone. And also for more accurate positioning when flying indoors (without GPS), the drone will be assisted by 2 × optical and 1 × IR sensor located classically at the bottom of the drone.

satellite navigation

Satellite positioning is provided by a complex of two GPS / GLONASS modules working in close connection with optical and IR sensors (to ensure a more accurate landing). The claimed distance is a significant difference from the Mavic Pro and is up to 1.5km.

Motors

Walkera VITUS received WK-WS-28-015A brushless motors working in tandem with ESC WST-Vitus 320 (G/R). The developer does not specify information about the power plant capacity.

Camera

Walkera VITUS quadcopter is equipped with a 12MP 4K sensor built on a matrix Sony one/2.3″ with F/2.8 focal length and FOV = 85°. Responsible for image stabilization 3-axis mechanical suspension. The principle of operation is similar to the gimbal of a GoPro drone. The camera allows you to shoot video quality: 4K at 30 fps and in FHD (1080P) at 60 fps.

Food

The VITUS drone is powered by a 3-cell (11.4V) 5200mAh 59.28Wh LiPo battery. Provides a maximum continuous flight time of 25 minutes according to manufacturer’s specifications (Mavic Pro: up to 27 minutes).

Control

The drone is controlled by the control equipment – Devo F8S paired with a mobile device (tablet installation is excluded). The operating frequency range is 2.4GHz. The video stream from the drone’s camera to the smartphone is transmitted via Wi-Fi at a frequency of 5.8 GHz. Instrument dimensions: 17.3 × 10.1 × 7 cm Equipped built-in power: 2S 7.4V 2200mAh. The VITUS equipment is noticeably simpler than the Mavic Pro remote, the mobile device is located on top. The antennas of the VITUS control equipment received a similar folding mechanism.

App

For virtual competitions in real flight, an application is available – walkera GO. For air flights, the application is Walkera Drone. The software is available for IOS and Android mobile devices.

Flight modes

The pilot has three flight modes at his disposal:

1. Manual – for experienced pilots, the participation of stabilizing electronics is minimal.
2. Auto (Automatic) – for novice pilots, as well as for shooting high-quality photo / video material.
3. Sport (Sports) – for advanced pilots, reveals the full potential of the drone, stabilizing electronics are disabled.

Autonomous flight modes

The drone has four autonomous modes in its arsenal:

1. Return to takeoff mode – the drone automatically returns to the take-off point when the connection is lost, when the battery level is low, or forcibly by the pilot.
2. Flying in a circle – performs an autonomous flight around the object selected for shooting at a given height, distance and at a given speed.
3. Active track – performs autonomous tracking of the object selected for shooting.
4. Waypoint flight – allows the user to set the future route of an autonomous flight through a mobile application, in order to subsequently concentrate their attention exclusively on aerial photography.

augmented reality

Walkera VITUS 320, like Walkera Aibao, is adapted to the AR technology actively promoted by the manufacturer (Aaugmented Reality – augmented reality). To do this, three game modes will be available in the Walkera GO mobile application:

Price

Walkera VITUS 320 is sold by the developer in two configurations through store.walkera, as well as through well-known Internet trading platforms:

1. Walkera VITUS 320 (1 × battery included) – $739
2. Walkera VITUS 320 Combo (2 × batteries included) – $989

Conclusion

Walkera knows how to surprise and always keeps up with the times, offering the consumer a wide range of products designed for absolutely any level of experience. The release of the Walkera VITUS 320 cannot but rejoice, as there should always be a choice in any niche. Due to its compactness and autonomy, Vitus 320 will be indispensable on vacation and travel. The main contingent of the consumer is photo and video amateurs who already have experience in owning UAVs.

The drone requires software development. We recommend to refrain from buying Walkera VITUS 320, at least until the first stable positive reviews!

The developer also offers the drone in a Starlight version with a new camera for shooting in low light conditions. Details of the update and pricing can be found here.

Video

Video from Walkera VITUS 320.

Introduction

When one of the most popular racing drones today in RTF format, the Walkera F210, was born, none of the developers could have imagined that soon drones weighing from 250 grams to 25 kilograms would be subject to mandatory registration. Therefore, immediately after the resounding success of the F210, the company offered the consumer an equally interesting model, already implemented on a 150mm nylon monolithic frame. The novelty not only inherited almost all the electronic stuffing of the “heavyweight predecessor”, but also managed to stay in the weight category that does not require registration. We are glad to present you one of the fastest quads in the amateur segment up to 250 grams – Walkera Rodeo 150.

Peculiarities

• 150mm racing FPV mini drone
• Built on the SPracingF3 flight controller
• SPF3 adapted for smartphone pairing
• Supports 3D piloting
• Mini Camera 600TVL
• Unique one piece nylon frame construction
• Modern design
• Suitable for indoor and outdoor flying

*Radeo 150 main board.

Equipment

At the moment, the manufacturer offers three configuration options:

1. Radeon 150 BNF (without control equipment)

2. Radeon 150 + extra battery

3. Radeon 150 + Goggle 4 + extra battery

The package “Radeo 150 + battery” will include:

• Walkera Rodeo 150
• 2 × 2S 850mAh 25C LiPo battery with EC2 connector
• Devo7 control gear (powered by 8 × AA not included)
• 5.8GHz linear antenna
• Charger (charges 2S and 3S)
• 4 × rotors (2 CW/2 CCW)
• 4 × spare rotors (2 CW/2 CCW)
• USB cable
• Training cable
• Companion Tool
• User manual

Color

Offered in two colors:

• pearl white
• Black

Appearance

Specification

Brand:

walkera

Model:

Rodeo 150

Flight controller:

SPracingF3

Motors:

brushless type WK-WS-17-002(CW/CCW)

ESC:

Rodeo 150

Video TX:

5.8GHz for FCC: 4-channel transmitter TX5832 ≤200mW; for CE: TX5833 8-channel transmitter ≤25mW

Camera:

600TVL

FOV:

110°

Drone Power:

2S 850mAh 25C LiPo with EC2 connector

Color system:

PAL/NTSC

Camera Angle:

-10° to +45°

Equipment:

Devo7

Equipment power supply:

8×AA

Flight time:

in 2D mode: 7-8 minutes

Buzzer:

there is

Drone dimensions:

137×148×77mm

Drone weight (with battery):

222gr

Motors

The Rodeo 150 received custom-sized brushless motors WK-WS-17-002. The manufacturer does not specify information about the power of the motors. Similarly, there is no information about the speed controllers used.

Note that the R150 will no longer be able to upgrade the rotors by a size larger.

Camera

Compact camera with 600TVL resolution. Supports PAL and NTSC color systems, but there were no visible switches on the drone. Field of view (FOV) – 110°. In practice, the camera showed a well-tuned ISO. The sensor used is most likely CMOS.

video transmitter

The Rodeo 150 can be supplied with two types of VTX:

1. CE – power 25mW; 8 channels
2. FCC – 200mW; 4 channels

When measuring VTX (CE), the information about the power of the video transmitter specified in the specification was confirmed and amounted to about 25mW (regardless of the channel). With this power, the FPV distance was approximately 100-150 meters.

By default, Vfreq is B1 = 5733 MHz (on the table from the instructions, this is channel 8):

It would be best to change the stock video transmitter antenna to a clover-type “Mushroom”.

Food

The Walkera Rodeo 150 drone is equipped with a two-cell lithium-polymer battery, 850mAh capacity, 25C discharge current, with an EC2 type connector. Despite its modest characteristics, without exaggeration, it provides the quad with exponential dynamics. The specification stated the flight time in 2D mode: 7-8 minutes, in practice it was no more than 6 minutes. In 3D mode, the flight time is reduced to 4 minutes.

As an upgrade to an expensive battery from Walkera, a battery is suitable – Turnigy nano-tech 2S 850mAh 25 ~ 40C LiPo. At the same time, we recommend abandoning the EC2 connector and switching to the more popular XT30.

Control

Rodeo 150 can be equipped with classic 7-channel equipment – Devo7, like its predecessor F210. Powered by 8 × AA, which in fact does not last long. It’s also worth noting that the Devo7 is not compatible with DeviationTX firmware, and just as importantly, it’s unforgivably heavy. Provides a distance of up to 700 meters in an interference-free area.

Price

Depending on the configuration on the official website of the manufacturer, the Radeon 150 is available for purchase at a price:

1. Radeon 150 BNF (without control equipment) – $199
2. Radeon 150 + extra battery – $229
3. Radeon 150 + Goggle 4 + extra battery – $389

Conclusion

Walkera Rodeo 150 from $199

Functionality

5/10

Flight time

5/10

Flight qualities

8/10

compactness

5/10

Equipment

9/10

Reliability

9/10

Price quality

10/10

pros

• Execution quality
• Design
• Stable and well tuned drone
• PC SPracingF3
• Dynamic even on 2S
• failsafe
• Vari-angle camera
• Buzzer
• FPV Quality/Remote Distance
• Price/Does not require registration

Minuses

• No OSD
• Heavy Devo 7
• Not compatible with 4″ props
• No power off button
• Stock battery price

The Walkera Rodeo 150 is, without exaggeration, a remarkably stable and fast drone. Despite the modest stock power, it shows excellent dynamics throughout all 4 minutes of active piloting. It does not require any pre-flight settings, it really flies out of the box (RTF), unless you have to activate the buzzer, which this model already has on board. It’s also worth noting the well-tuned FPV camera, and the weight that frees the R150 from mandatory registration. The main disadvantages include the lack of OSD, heavy equipment and the high cost of the quad’s stock power supply. Pilots with an initial level of training will fully appreciate the Rodeo 150, after which it will be possible to safely move on to something more professional in the drone racing niche.

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Photo with Walkera Rodeo 150 drone.

Video

Video with Walkera Rodeo 150 drone.