Hello from AZ - Help Choosing First FPV Racing Drone!

[CC268]

Hey guys,

I am hoping you guys can help me out. I am an experienced 3D fixed wing flyer as well as helicopter flyer (I have a 450 size helicopter - I don't fly the heli as much as I do the fixed wing stuff). I really want to pick up a drone that is just fun to fly. Most importantly I want something that is Bind in Fly or Ready to Fly. I don't have any FPV Goggles, but it makes sense to get something that is FPV ready. I know a lot of folks recommend building, but I just want to get into the hobby and see how I like it and avoid building for now, even if I have to pay a bit of a premium.

I have a Spektrum DX9 (Black Edition) so what would be the recommended receiver for these drones?

I have looked into Team BlackSheep, Arris, Storm, etc. There are so many options I just don't know what to look for.

I would say max budget of $500 (and honestly if I could keep it closer to $300 that would be great).

Thanks!

 

[VirtueViolater]

The spektrum quad race diversity receiver is good
https://www.amazon.com/Spektrum-DSM...1&keywords=spektrum+quad+race+serial+receiver
As far as quads, theres lots to choose from. Whats your budget?
OOps, see your budget, the storm quads are sweet

 

[CC268]

The spektrum quad race diversity receiver is good
https://www.amazon.com/Spektrum-DSM...1&keywords=spektrum+quad+race+serial+receiver
As far as quads, theres lots to choose from. Whats your budget?

Thanks! I believe my budget is at the bottom of the OP. $500 (if there is something good in the $300 that would be awesome, but I could do $500 if really needed).

 

[VirtueViolater]

Several members here have the Arris quads, they really like them

 

[VirtueViolater]

Lots here have the Wizzards, seem to be a great entry quad

 

[CC268]

Several members here have the Arris quads, they really like them

I guess I am just looking for model recommendations, because there are so many. Any specific models from Arris you recommend?

 

[VirtueViolater]

Not personally, I build my quads, someone will chime in eventually

 

[CC268]

Lots here have the Wizzards, seem to be a great entry quad

Hmm not bad at only $200. Although I don't need a transmitter with it.

EDIT: looks like you can buy just the drone.

 

[CC268]

Not personally, I build my quads, someone will chime in eventually

Just out of curiosity. How much time does it take to build something?

 

[VirtueViolater]

At first, hours. Now, with a years experience, 60-90 mins

 

[CC268]

At first, hours. Now, with a years experience, 60-90 mins

Yea...I will stick to a pre-assembled model for now. Tons of options with ARRIS. Hopefully some folks chime in on specific models.

Thanks for the help.

 

[VirtueViolater]

The Arris xspeed 250b is the quad members here bought.

 

[VirtueViolater]

If you buy a wizzard from Grayson Hobby, you get awesome customer service from what i've seen
Eachine Wizard x220 FPV Drone | Grayson Custom Eachine Wizard

 

[CC268]

This guy looks cool: ARRIS X220 FPV Racing Quad BNF (Professional Version)|CA0127|ARRIS Drones

 

[CC268]

If you buy a wizzard from Grayson Hobby, you get awesome customer service from what i've seen
Eachine Wizard x220 FPV Drone | Grayson Custom Eachine Wizard

That does look like a great way to go, but I don't need a transmitter, battery charger, etc. I have my DX9 and two PowerLab 8 V2s lol.

Trying to see if they sell just the drone.

 

[VirtueViolater]

This guy looks cool: ARRIS X220 FPV Racing Quad BNF (Professional Version)|CA0127|ARRIS Drones

The motors on that quad are awesome, i have a set on a quad. That would be an awesome 1st quad. I recomend you download a sim to learn to fly

 

[VirtueViolater]

You can also get just the quad at Grayson

 

[CC268]

The motors on that quad are awesome, i have a set on a quad. That would be an awesome 1st quad. I recomend you download a sim to learn to fly

Yea I got RealFlight 8 so I mess with the quads on there. That said I can fly helis quite well, which is probably the hardest flying in my opinion. Plus my 3D background I should be okay.

Does that ARRIS I linked have any like flight modes? It wouldn't hurt to ease my way into flying a quad to have some easy flight modes. Also...it doesn't say what size battery that ARRIS takes?

 

[VirtueViolater]

It should have self stabilizing modes and acro (full manual) mode. You want acro, if you are flying acro on a sim you're good. It should take any 3-4s 1300mah ish lipos with an xt60 con.

 

[CC268]

It should have self stabilizing modes and acro (full manual) mode. You want acro, if you are flying acro on a sim you're good. It should take any 3-4s 1300mah ish lipos

Thanks for all the help...so I need to decide between the Wizard and this Arris...