The X650 Development Kit is a user-friendly, robust, and cost-effective solution for professional drone development. The kit includes a carbon fiber frame, equipped with the latest Holybro Pixhawk 6C or Pixhawk 6X autopilot flight controller, M10 GPS, and an easy-to-install SiK telemetry radio. It can be quickly assembled without soldering, allowing more time for flight tests and development processes.
The kit provides all necessary components for drone construction: alongside the frame, it comes with the flight controller, GPS, telemetry, motors, ESCs (electronic speed controllers), propellers, and LEDs on each arm. The pre-assembled drone arms with motors and LEDs can be connected directly to the power distribution board without soldering, making the assembly process particularly straightforward.
The X650 frame is made of carbon fiber fabric and reinforced with foldable aluminum connectors. The assembly is simple, with carbon fiber tubes reinforcing the landing gear for additional stability.
The kit offers a generous upper mounting surface for accessories and batteries, with specific mounts for GPS and companion computers. Additionally, an optional depth camera mount for cameras like the Intel RealSense series can be added. The integrated rail system supports various camera and gimbal mounts, making the kit ideal for a wide range of applications. All necessary installation tools are included.
The Pixhawk flight controller is compatible with both PX4 and Ardupilot, with Ardupilot being installable afterward via software such as Mission Planner.
Key Features
- Advanced Pixhawk 6C or 6X flight controller with M10 GPS and SiK telemetry radio.
- Sturdy carbon fiber frame with foldable aluminum arm connectors.
- Fast, solder-free assembly.
- Pre-assembled motors, ESCs, and LEDs with easy plug connections.
- Optional mounts for depth cameras like Intel RealSense.
The X650 Development Kit offers an ideal platform for drone developers seeking a robust and flexible solution for various applications.
X650 Frame Kit Overview
The X650 frame kit provides a stable and lightweight base for professional drone development. It has a wheelbase of 650 mm and supports motor mounts with a 16-25 mm mounting pattern. The frame is entirely made from durable carbon fiber plates (160 x 160 mm, 2 mm thick), forming both the top and bottom sections.
The drone arms are constructed from high-strength, lightweight 20 mm carbon fiber tubes and come with foldable aluminum arm connectors, making transport and assembly easier. The landing gear is reinforced with plastic T-connectors and consists of 16 mm and 10 mm carbon fiber tubes for extra stability.
For mounting accessories or batteries, the kit provides a spacious upper and battery mounting plate made of carbon fiber (120 mm x 128 mm). The platform includes mounting holes for GPS systems and popular companion computers like the Raspberry Pi 4 and Jetson Nano. A rail system with 10 mm Ø rods (320 mm long) allows for the attachment of additional components.
Flight Characteristics and Payload Capacity
The kit provides an impressive flight time of up to 30 minutes in hover with a 6S 10000 mAh battery without an additional payload. The total weight of the kit is 2000 g without the battery, and it can carry a maximum payload of up to 4.3 kg (without the battery). With a 10000 mAh battery, the payload capacity is 3.1 kg. The maximum takeoff weight is 6300 g, achieved at 70% throttle. A 6S 5000-12000 mAh LiPo battery with an XT60 connector is recommended (not included).
X650 Frame Kit Details
- Wheelbase: 650mm
- Motor mount pattern: 16-25mm Pattern
- Body - Full Carbon Fiber Top & Bottom plate (160 x 160mm, 2mm thick)
- Arm - High strength & ultra-lightweight 20mm carbon fiber tubes with newly designed aluminum foldable arm mount
- Landing gear - 16mm & 10mm diameter carbon fiber tubes with strengthened & improved plastic tee connectors.
- Upper & Battery Plate - 120mm x 128mm carbon fiber plate for various payload, accessories, or battery.
- Platform board - With mounting holes for GPS & popular companion computer such as the Raspberry Pi 4 & Jetson Nano
- Dual 10mm Ø rod x 320 mm long rail mounting system
- Two pads & battery Straps
- Hand tools for installation
Flight Time and Payload
- Flight time: 30 min (Hover with 6S 10000 mAh Battery, no additional payload)
- Full Kit Weight: 2000g (without battery)
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Payload:
- 4.3kg (without battery)
- 3.5kg (with 5200mAh 750 gram battery)
- 3.1kg (with 10000mAh 1200 gram battery)
- Takeoff Weight Limit: 6300g (70% throttle)
- Battery Recommendation: 6S 5000-12000mAh Lipo Battery with XT60 (Not Included)
The X650 Development Kit includes
- Autopilot Flight Controller: Pixhawk 6C (Plastic case) & PM02 V3 or Pixhawk 6X & PM02D.
- GPS: M10 GPS module.
- Telemetry Radio: SiK Telemetry Radio V3 433/915MHz.
- X650 V2 Frame Kit.
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Pre-installed components:
- 4 motors – Tmotor MN4014 KV330 motors with XT30 plugs.
- 4 LEDs – NeoPixel WS2812 LEDs (Setup instructions included).
- 4 ESCs – Tekko32 F4 45A ESCs with XT30 plugs.
- Gemfan 1555 carbon fiber propellers (4 pieces).
- Power distribution board: XT60 plug for the battery and XT30 plugs for ESCs and peripherals.
This comprehensive set is ideal for professional drone development, simplifying the entry into drone building with its pre-installed components and plug-and-play functionality.
