Welcome to the FPV Beginners’ Guide! In this exciting episode, we’re going to popularize the specifications of FPV self-organizing drones with you, so that you can get started with a direction. Unlike conventional aerial drones, FPV is definitely a niche category, freer and more exciting, but also with a higher barrier to entry. As far as the racing drone racks currently circulating in the market are concerned, we categorize them roughly according to several dimensions, such as wheelbase, motor distribution, and functions, for your reference.
1,By wheelbase size✈️
Observing and measuring the frame reveals that the wheelbase indicates the length of the distance between the two motor shaft centers on the diagonal motor shaft of that frame. The Common Fpv Drone Classifications Are As Follows:
2,By Function✈️
Tiny Whoops
It is well-known for the protective duct that wraps around the blade. Because of the ducts, the aircraft is generally safe, crashworthy, and suitable for indoor flying and beginners.
These drones usually have a wheelbase of less than 100mm. The common 65x,85x,95x. are indoor traversing drones, because of their high playability and safety, as well as their relatively simple structure, not too many parts to choose from, and low cost, they become the recommended choice for many novices to start.
Cinewhoops
Compared with the tiny whoop, the size of the conventional aerial duct machine is more than 2.5 inches, and the duct is wider and thicker. In addition to making the traverser safer and more crash-resistant, it also improves lift to a certain extent. cinewhoops can be fitted with an additional sports camera for aerial photography.
FPV Racing Drones
Racing is a style of play for traversing machines, and can also stand in for models used for racing competitions. The 5-inch racing drone is the most common type of racing, which has a relatively balanced weight, speed, and stability. The 5-inch can be utilized for freestyle performances or high-definition aerial photography in addition to standard traversing machine racing competitions.
Freestyle Drones
Freestyle Drone is a kind of play of FPV, also substitute for the model suitable for freestyle drones. Generally, the fuselage is a long, flat, top-mounted battery, and may be mounted with a sports camera for better results.
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Toothpicks
The toothpick FPV drone was named after its slender arms. The smaller the size of the aircraft, the more difficult it is for the lifting force of the propeller to overcome the weight of the fuselage. And the 2-5~3-inch aircraft can reduce part of the weight through the design of the thin arm.
Long-Range
The long-range FPV drone is used for long-distance aerial photography with a slender body and uses a battery with high power and low current to guarantee endurance.
X-Class
X-class racing drones are expensive, difficult to operate, and highly dangerous. It is currently relatively rare in the country.
3,Selection for FPV beginners
Beginners can start learning with either a simulator or a tiny machine for indoor flight instruction. If you start soldering and assembling a FPV at this stage, it’s simple to fall into the pit and give up. So choosing the appropriate size kit can make this process much easier. By the way, we strongly recommend starting with a “mini indoor tiny whoop.”
To simplify the assembly process, many manufacturers also offer pre-assembled traversers. There are those that work right out of the box, and those that need to be paired before they can be used. Although these sets can simplify the process of entering the pit, it will also involve relatively complex issues such as maintenance or adjustment. Regular use of whole machines and sets still requires a certain accumulation of knowledge and skills. Of course, there is a more advanced way to play, which is to buy their own FPV drone accessories, their own welding assembly out, unlimited to meet the flyers’ desire to do it, such a sense of fulfillment is not comparable to the whole aircraft.
As FPV beginners, would you choose to buy the whole thing or build it yourself?
For FPV beginners, if you are planning to assemble your own FPV drone from your side, then you should not miss our next installment, where we will introduce you to the various components of FPV drones.