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FPV Drone Warranty Builds

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Interactive builds may take a few seconds to load… CLICK builds for latest part prices. Jason Langhoff from Drone Tech’s was the first to suggest the concept of ‘Warranty Builds’. All of the links on this image are affiliate links. We receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you make a purchase after clicking one of the affiliate links. Support FPVcompare directly by becoming a Patreon supporter. 

Here are two of many FPV drone ‘Warranty-builds’ enabled by the recent introduction of the RDQ warranty program for select hardware, as well as the established GoPro Plus and Armattan lifetime warranty frame programs. Next, discover top-flight racer builds, freestyle builds or the huge number of additional builds on RotorBuilds.

Top 12S Monster Miniquad Builds

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Interactive builds may take a few seconds to load… CLICK builds for flight footage and latest part prices.*Nurk FPV used a power distribution board (not illustrated) and also 2 x TinyWhoop 255mAh 1S LiPo batteries to independently power the camera and video transmitter. The majority of links on this image are affiliate links. I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you make a purchase after clicking one of the affiliate links. Support FPVcompare directly by becoming a Patreon supporter. Build lists sourced from pilot Youtube videos and Instagram posts.

On March 31st 2020, Nurk FPV and Quadmovr independently published videos showcasing 12S miniquad builds. Nurk FPV showcased a 6″ 12S miniquad equipped with FPV, whilst Quadmovr showcased a 5″ miniquad flown LOS. Nurk FPV coined the term ‘monster’ to describe his 12S build and released a 2nd flight video using larger 7″ propellors. Quadmovr stated that two 6S batteries sized 500-650mAh would be more suitable than the current dual 1050mAh 6S setup (pictured below) but is not revealing any more details, such as the identity of the 12S capable 4-in-1 ESC. Watch this space for any new information.

KandyKwad FPV Drone by RIPT Kwads

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Interactive image may take a few seconds to load… CLICK image and table for product links. Kandy Kwad runs on Betaflight 4.0.4 using Betaflight configurator 10.5. Illustrated KandyKwad features a custom painted frame by Bobby Harman Designs. *The tried and tested analog FPV system can be interchanged for the DJI Digital FPV System* in combination with a voltage regulator** but this setup has not experienced the same level of real-world testing. All of the links on this image are affiliate links. Jason Langhoff and I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you make a purchase after clicking one of the affiliate links. You can also support Jason by making any purchase on RIPT-Kwads, Rose Photography by liking and sharing their Facebook page, FPVcompare by becoming a Patreon supporter and FPV Builders by liking and sharing their Facebook page.

Jason Langhoff and the Drone Tech’s Facebook group are passionate about helping FPV drone freestyle pilots reach their full potential. Jason emphasises that FPV drone pilots should have the knowledge and tools to repair their FPV drone, because this removes fear, allowing pilots to push harder and accelerate their learning process. The mantra of Jason and Drone Tech’s is ‘Fly, break, fix, repeat’. 

To maximise air time for new pilots, Jason has made it his mission to identify a tough, reliable and easy to repair FPV drone setup, which he calls the ‘KandyKwad’ (pictured above). In collaboration with Jason, we’ve brought together all the information you’ll need to build, fly and repair the KandyKwad. If you want to start out with a prebuilt KandyKwad, RIPT Kwads offer original and premium ready-to-fly versions. Continue reading below for detailed setup for connecting the QX7 controller to the long-range Crossfire module, and an extended gallery of the Kandykwad.

QX7 and Crossfire setup

Jason uses the following controller switch (Figures 1-6) and crossfire (Figures 7-15) settings.

If you have power warnings on your QX7 controller once the Crossfire module is connected then you will need to complete a power-modification with the chip provided with the Crossfire module, as explained in the video below.

You will also need Lua scripts to connect your QX7 and Crossfire (see video below).

KandyKwad Gallery by Rose Photography

Illustrated KandyKwad features a custom painted frame by Bobby Harman Designs. Support Jason by making any purchase on RIPT-Kwads, FPV Builders by liking and sharing their Facebook page, Rose Photography by liking and sharing their Facebook page and FPVcompare by making any purchase (not just the linked product) after clicking one of the affiliate links.

Top FPV Drone Freestyle Builds

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Interactive builds may take a few seconds to load… CLICK builds for flight footage and latest part prices. All of the links on this image are affiliate links. I receive a commission (at no extra cost to you) if you make a purchase after clicking one of the affiliate links. Support FPVcompare directly by becoming a Patreon supporter. Build lists sourced from pilot Youtube videos. Mr Steele states the Kiss 2-5S 25A ESCs takes a 6S LiPo in his step by step build video. 

Here are FPV drone builds for freestyle flight from four of the worlds best FPV freestyle pilots; Mr Steele, Johnny FPV, Le Drib and Fincky. You can also pick up Mr Steele’s Apex build ready to fly. Components common to multiple FPV drone freestyle builds include the TBS Crossfire Nano receiver (3/4 builds), GoPro Hero 7 Black action camera (2/4 builds), Kiss FC V2 flight controller (2/4 builds), Kiss 2-5S 25A ESCs (2/4 builds) and RunCam Swift Mini 2 FPV camera (2/4 builds). Next, discover top-flight racer builds or the huge number of additional builds on RotorBuilds. Alternatively, visit our video map to discover the flight spots of FPV pilots across the world.

Best First FPV Drone Builds

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Interactive matrix may take a few seconds to load… CLICK matrices for latest prices. *FPV Builders and DRONE RACING INTERNATIONAL FPV were asked ‘What first-build would you recommend to a beginner?’.

With the benefit of hindsight, the FPV community was asked to recommend a first FPV drone build to a beginner. In response, they provided a list of builds but also invaluable advice. Use our clickable comparison table and diagram (above) to explore builds, advice and individual drone parts. If you’re looking for a mentor to guide you through your first FPV drone build, join Facebook group Drone Tech’s and message admin Jason Langhoff. Jason is passionate about giving new pilots the knowledge to build and repair FPV drones, because he is confident the best way to accelerate the FPV learning process is Break, fix, fly, repeat.

To maximise air time for new pilots, Jason made it his mission to identify a tough, reliable and easy to repair build called the KandyKwad (pictured above). In collaboration with Jason, we’ve brought together all the information you need to build, fly and repair the KandyKwad in a one-stop KandyKwad page.