FPV 250 Quads

[sihinch]

I thought the Star Wars style FPV 250 Quad racing looked pretty cool in Zoltans video. I know there was some chatter about them, so I thought I'd start a thread to see if anyone is going to build/buy one.

So, anyone got plans to get going on an FPV 250 Quad?

Which one? What components? What's influencing your choice?

[battlestu]

been looking at getting one of these:
http://hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__52863__HobbyKing_Spec_FPV250_V2_Quad_Copter_ARF_Combo_Kit_Mini_Sized_FPV_Multi_Rotor_ARF_.html

figure it will be a good starting point

Greg

[Papa]

Looking at them on YouTube and they're cutting leaves and running into trees.


I don't know they have no appeal for me.


Good luck with it.


jack.

[Oscar]

There are two well brand outthere.

http://www.minihquad.com/

http://xhover.com/

Their frames are durable.  The only thing that possible to break are the props.  Both have their suggestion in motors, controlboard, setup.

For others who not familiar with building the race quad, you can try the RTF version from Helipal. 

http://www.helipal.com/storm-racing-drone-rtf-type-a.html

[battlestu]

well it's official i joined the dark side (see what i did there )

I'll post a build thread once i get all the parts but for now I've ordered:

Frame:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__56212__HobbyKing_FPV250L_Long_Frame_Quad_Copter_A_Mini_Sized_FPV_Multi_Rotor_kit_.html

ESC:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=64209

Motor:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewItem.asp?idProduct=66424

Controller:
http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__39791__Hobbyking_KK2_1HC_Multi_Rotor_Hard_Case_Flight_Control_Board_With_Remote_Programmer.html

Planning on getting the quad flying first before i worry about a FPV system (but welcome any recommendations.)

Also i welcome any comments, questions, or concerns with my choice of components.

Greg

[sihinch]

Way to go, Greg!  I just can't quite pull the trigger yet - I'm not 100% convinced it's what I'd like.  As I've said before, I can't really fly a quad (at the moment!)


But if I did, I would go for similar frame, the same ESCs, but the Multistar Elite motors.  They have a 3mm shaft, I didn't like the 2mm shaft on the regular Multistar ones.  But what do I know!?


I'm excited for you!

[Oscar]

Cool Greg! Do you think it will look more cool with led lights added at the front and the back, like green/front, red/back?

[battlestu]

for sure red leds will be on it (if i'm keeping with the dark side/star wars theme)

[Oscar]

There is an upcoming 250 Quad indoor racing in Toronto.  I cut & paste from other forum.

Toronto Indoor 250 Class FPV Race Championship
February 7th 2015 @ Toronto City Sports Center

Event Start Time 5:45
This is your chance to practice before the Air Race Arena Showdown

This is a 118 x 200-foot Indoor Dome made for high speed quad racing. Toronto City Sports Centre 32 Curity Ave.

250 Mini Open Class
4 motors max
270mm max motor spacing
5X45 inch max prop diameter
3 or 4 Cell

Event Schedule

The organization is critical for this event because of our 2 hr window and all of your help will be necessary for max flight time.

Here is what to expect.

5:45 Tech & Frequency

Every pilot will be assigned a frequency option of LHP / RHP antenna. Please PM or email me to get an assigned ch.
Trust me if you are coming to the event the quicker you have a ch the more flying you will be able to do. It will take time to set your ch for the event so please get your pre assigned ch now!

6:00 to 620 Course setup and (all your help will be needed to make this happen in less than 20 min)
as soon as its ready we fly

6:20 - 7:00 Practice

4 min sessions by ch assignments

8:00- Get Ready to Race

Have 4 sets of batteries ready for your heat
All racers will have Line of Sight Spotters. So Heat 2 racers will spot for Heat 1 racers and visa versa.

The top 2 racers advance to the finals. Others go into the "Second Chance Heat".
8:10 - 8:20 Qualifying Heat A 4 laps
8:20 - 8:30 Qualifying Heat B 4 laps
8:30 - 8:40 Second Chance Heat 4 laps
8:40 - 8:50 Championship Race 5 laps
8:50 - 9:00 Tear Down (everyone)

We will have to be out of the space by 9:00pm sharp

Event cost is 20$ to pay for the cost of the facility.


Get your channel email me at [email protected]
or join meetup

http://www.meetup.com/FPV-Racing-445...=ej5&a=tc1_lm1

Please let me know if you have any suggestions or if you would like to help organize the event. This will also be a test for additional races nights to follow

[sihinch]

Oh heck Greg! Robert guilted me in to ordering tonight!!! He said I "can't start a thread saying 'hey this is cool' and then say 'yeah, I'm not sure about getting one!'"

So I decided to take the plunge!

Similar spec to yours (same ESCs and similar flight controller, K2.1.5) but different frame (low hung clean-and-dirty!!!) and motors (multistar elite 2300kV.) Also no FPV gear for this quad yet.

Like you, I will start a build thread. Now I'm excited !

[battlestu]

so it begins.....

[sihinch]

Go Greg!


Still waiting for mine.

[battlestu]

Attached the motors to the frame. Wired the ESC, BEC, and lights to the power distribution board. Also started to clean up some of the wiring (still more work to do

With some luck i can have it ready to fly this weekend... now if the weather was a little better

Greg

[sihinch]

Nice progress!   


Mine arrived last night, will un-box tonight and post photos of parts.....

[Papa]

Greg, did you solder that distribution panel or did it come already soldered?


Jack.