Volantex Ranger 2400 maiden

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BANGGOOD link - bit.ly/2L8N37j Beautiful big monster. Very efficient power setup, can carry heaps of weight, glides beautifully and would thermal with ease. Flying weight 2300g with 2 x 4s 3000mAH LIPOs. Minimum cruise on 3A to 4A, confident level flying on 5A. Climbs easily on 8A. Duration test - 30min used 1850mAH so this battery setup would allow 1hr 20min safely (landing gear removed) Needs rudder for smooth turns due to adverse yaw, big wheels only useful for smooth landing strips. Can easily takeoff from rougher ground with the single fuselage wheel. Hand launch OK if you have a decent throwing arm.
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Features
Special airfoil design for carrying big weight
5-channel control
Duration 40mins
Plastic fuselage of space for carrying large batteries
Specification
Wingspan: 2400mm
Overall Length: 1230mm
Flying Weight: 1.7kg
Prop Size: 10”Propeller
Motor Size: 4023/1000 brushless motor
Speed Control : 40A Switch-mode BEC brushless ESC
Servo 9-gram Servo * 6pcs included
Recommended Battery: 14.8v 5000mah lipo
Charger: Balance charge+Power adaptor
Flaps: Yes
Retracts: No
Radio: 2.4Ghz 5-Channels
Minimum Age Recommendation: 14 years
Experience Level: Beginners ~ Expert
Recommended Environment: Outdoor
Assembly Time: Less than half hour
Is Assembly Required: Yes
Package Included
1 x Ranger2400 Airplane DIY Kit
1 x Power Combo
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@Declan-pg8cg 3 года назад

One of the sleekest looking platforms out there that not only lives up to it's reputation, but just looks right all round.

@dustinhanlin 5 лет назад

I've been having a bit of a rough patch the last few days and for some reason your "some of the experts already here" made me laugh out loud. I really appreciate what you do. Don't ever stop making videos.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Glad I could lift your mood Dustin. I will continue

@btbplanevids 5 лет назад

Looking good without the silly 'tundra tyre' undercarriage (that was never going to work, with the high thrustline). I'd ditch the tailwheel as well, which would clean it up even more and help with the CG too.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Done, and yes it's an improvement

@aliberkozderya3112 5 лет назад

Looks like a joy to fly! I wish I had a floaty plane like this and a large enough space to fly it. I live in one of the most crowded cities in the world and I am stuck to smaller, more agile airplanes.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Your dodging skills must be good

@aliberkozderya3112 5 лет назад

@@AndrewNewton Yeah, haven't destroyed any buildings yet.

@kevalinopicks5555 5 лет назад

Another Volantex beauty! Guess we will be seeing this sloping soon! Think this will be on my Christmas list. Thanks for another great video, Andrew.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

It loves to slope soar!

@JDDupuy 5 лет назад

Enjoyed it. Received my plane 3 weeks ago. Looking forward to first flight now. Thank you!

@Smt_Glaive 5 лет назад

beautiful ..just beautiful for a gorpo and a sunset flying session

@thedoble 5 лет назад

Wow, you made that maiden hand launch look easy! Thanks for the video

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

I have been practicing

@DavieRooker 5 лет назад

You've done it again, another top model and top flight. A bit of a letdown that there was no catching involved....lol. If I was a betting man I would say.....sloping next? I've got 2 maidens to do and the weather here in Scotland is foul at the moment.

@didactylos4diddy474 5 лет назад

That is impressive on the ground and simply majestic in the air. Yep much better without the wheels but nice to have the option for those with proper flying fields. I presume that you will be sloping it at some point in the near future.. love it

@daxdadog 5 лет назад

The plane was a delight, but the music you used made me grab my guitar, and play along! I enjoyed this more than most, which says a lot!

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes it's sweet music. Ocean Beach by Dan Lebowitz on the RU-vid Audio library

@daxdadog 5 лет назад

Thanks...I just snagged a copy!

@Raketemensch42 10 месяцев назад

Such a baller ending to pinpoint land with the flaps, then pick it up and address the tail cam. I've been researching what my ~2m "battery bus" is going to be, and I think this is the winner. Super efficient, while also capable of carrying massive battery weight, and also readily available with lots of 3d printable FC/inav mounts. I have a couple of bucket-list flights that I want to be able to complete (circumnavigating a few islands), and I think this is the wing that's going to get me there.

@AndrewNewton 10 месяцев назад

Thanks, it's a big beautiful beast

@WildCaptures 5 лет назад

Great maiden, you can see that plane a half a mile away! You need some wing bling LED lights for some night flying : )

@upperechelon3456 5 лет назад

Another great video Andrew. Hmmm. 5.5 amps at about half throttle cruising speed. Looks like this is a definite aerial mapping platform. I suspect you might get a little more practicality if you dumped the large wheels. Most are probably used to hand launches anyways. Like the way the big landing gear comes off with just two screws. Ironic isn’t it that it takes off as good, if not better, than with the large wheels on. I would go as far as to say that this is an ultimate, affordable mapping platform. Volantex hit another home run with this one. Greetings from Florida USA.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

I understand why they included the big wheels, so a gimbal wouldn't hit the ground. But they are too far back and maybe not lifting the nose high enough. Without the landing gear to comes alive

@landlifem5872 5 лет назад

The landing gear looks like it needs to be about 50mm further forward, bigger wheels would help also , I'm pretty sure some of the other ranger models had an option for larger wheels.

@Swimfinz Год назад

Great video Andrew! All of your efforts to enlighten us heathens is much appreciated! Amazing scenery! Merry Olde England on a sunny day, wow!

@AndrewNewton Год назад

Thanks, but not England

@Swimfinz Год назад

@@AndrewNewton oops! Yes, I thought your "UK wx" looked sunny. Are you in Oz?

@AndrewNewton Год назад

@@Swimfinz I am in Oz

@roncannoles2377 5 лет назад

Thank you for another great review! Although, l think a 1600 would suit my situation better, I really enjoy seeing these larger ones soar. Great time to be getting back into RC planes.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Thanks Ron. 1600 is my favourite.

@Swimfinz Год назад

Ron...agreed.. I just bought a 1600 on design and proportions alone. And a Volantex Ranger 600 for training.

@reefer2917 5 лет назад

Nice plane, all of the models, for relaxed cruising :-) surprising it took off better on one wheel? great vid thanks for sharing

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Big wheels are too far back for rough grass

@bravogolf5905 5 лет назад

Stoked to see this video, and posted the same day my V-R2.4k arrived in the post. No regrets and this one is going straight to the workbench for assembly. Looking forward to the now obligatory slope video. lol

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Sweet. It's a big beauty

@julianhumphrey4843 2 года назад

well i am finally getting a Ranger 2400, having given up all attempts at flying FPV, its just not for me i wanted a large los plane, this 2400 has become hard to get, but a chat with Arxangel has lead me to buying his near new one

@AndrewNewton 2 года назад

It certainly is a large LOS plane, like a big graceful albatross

@julianhumphrey4843 2 года назад

@@AndrewNewton sounds good for me

@Romychs 5 лет назад

Bought at spring Ranger-2000, after watching your videos. It flies great. But this one is a bit more interesting, if I bought it now, I would choose this one! Thanks for good review!

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Oh no, too many Rangers

@olliea6052 5 лет назад

Really good review, andrew! What a beast of a bird. I reckon it could thermal forever!

@Swimfinz Год назад

Gotta love it when Andrew mentioned "...this bird will thermal easily." Gotta love the aerodynamic efficiency.

@nadeemimran6295 5 лет назад

Bigger is better this proves It, nice music at the end.

@jendabekCZ 5 лет назад

Hello Andrew! First of all - thank you for all your video series, the format is just excellent - subscribed! :) I would like to get an advice: I have some FPV accessories (a base for long-range) I bought in the past which I would like to utilize, but I am not very skilled with the actual flying, I only have some experience with EasyStar simple FPV setup and a custom flying wing. My target is to explore the surrounding scenery with an ability to make some long distance trips like flying onto a "mountain on the horizon" and back, maybe do some height "personal records". I would like to carry usual FPV stuff like APM / GPS / HD camera, possibly some gimbal in the future ... So far (also thanks to your reviews), I ended up with 2 options - the Mini Talon and Volantex Ranger 2000... and I just can't decide what is more suitable for me as both options have their advantages I find very useful. Speaking of Mini Talon, I love it's portability (no need to detach wings for the transportation) and the room for all the equipment, better wind penetration, more for long-range (I think?)... but Ranger on the other side allows to fly slower (from what I have seen), it is more forgiving to handle due the glider characteristics, it can do thermalling, should be easier to hand-launch, the durable fuselage ... Sorry, I know it is maybe more about making clear what is important for me, but I just can't decide, so maybe you could add some important points which could help me with the decision? :) Thank you!

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Hello Jan, it's a 50/50 choice. I prefer the Ranger for pure flying and the tough fuselage, but it's hard to fit the gear in. I think the mini Talon might suit your needs better for covering distance and carrying FPV gear.

@dvdrwsor 5 лет назад

Thanks for the Amps draw!

@socialjusticewarrior2316 5 лет назад

WHAT A LOVLEY VIDEO

@CYDeviant 4 года назад

The landing gear would work with a front center wheel. I bet it would easily take off from that grass. I use the smaller Aeroscout S (1.1m) and that arrangement works much better on the grass. This is a beauty though. Monster wingspan, and it's so efficient.

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

Yes that would work

@properlytwisted2172 5 лет назад

I really like this one,and a great possibility for what I want come Spring time for long range FPV..Plus the bonus set of wheels to use on a Bush plane is very considerate of them..;)

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes that's how I see it.

@EnglishTurbines 5 лет назад

Full flap really slows it up nice....Just right for that 4km cruise down the Coastline Andrew. You will need an XM Plus in it though, that X6R won't have the range.

@spartan3299 5 лет назад

R9 Slim+

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

I have an L9R

@waldemarkraus2855 5 лет назад

@@spartan3299 Just my thoughts. Perfect for this long range beast.

@EnglishTurbines 5 лет назад

That will do also....:)...I had 75% rssi @ 3.60kms the other day on the Xm Plus.....You have space for the L9R though in that huge bird....I have an R9M Combo Im playing with Andrew, surprised FrSky have not given you one to play with. The Firmware still needs work though TBH.

@JoshWeaverRC 5 лет назад

@@EnglishTurbines Awesome on the XM plus. I need to finish alterations on my ranger and get her back up.

@januszpolski4228 3 года назад

Great review & plane!

@demacherius1 5 лет назад

Nice plane. Looks like the two wheel landinggear is mounted to far back from what Ive seen.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Definitely

@SteveLoves2Fly 5 лет назад

BTW, this music, it's the melody to the first lines of Bananarama's 'Cruel Summer.' Now you can't unhear it.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Ha, I can hear it now.

@MrVULCANO10 3 года назад

Me gusta !!, parece genial!!

@Steve-zx7jz 5 лет назад

Awesome plane

@DonDegidio 5 лет назад

Hi Andrew, Nicely flown. Was wondering when you were going to take of the landing gear. I think they are too close to the CG to be any use on grass. You should put the fairing back on that is between the landing gear to clean up the bottom of the fuselage.

@EnglishTurbines 4 года назад

That rediculous UC and the high pusher thrustline was never going to work, what were they thinking? If you use the original mono wheel it pushes the nose into the ground without a load of up elevator..Who tests these things? Odd when you consider how well engineered the rest of it is.

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

It's actually depressing when you see some of these marketing led design decisions.

@danreynolds8028 3 года назад

Fantastic flight Andrew! I am strongly considering buying one. What exactly is the "power combo" for this plane? Also what receiver do you have in it? Cheers from Los Angeles!

@AndrewNewton 3 года назад

FrSKY X6R receiver and power setup is in the description

@KenKneknaneek 5 лет назад

The Radian XL 2.6 and Ranger 2400, after having flown them both, if you were entering a glider flight contest for duration etc, which model would you chose? I know gliders have their own characteristics, but if you had to make a choice on the spur of the moment which one would be your first choice? Happy Flying

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Haven't tried the Radian XL, but the Radian 2m would be first choice, then Phoenix Evolution 2.6m

@gloplg 5 лет назад

Yes very nice. Now do I need one???????? (Have turned green with envy)

@damonharris649 4 года назад

Love the Tip Chickens

@alan6708 4 года назад

Andrew, I am not new to fpv quads but planes I am and I know here in the UK we have Painless360 to ask questions but after watching most model aircraft videos you pop up most, your reviews seem to be down to earth and honest, I would like to buy a plane when I can get back into work (covid 19) I am a newby so would I be ok to buy the Volantex Ranger 1600 and eventually use it as a fpv platform, do all the instructions come with the plane eg how to set it up or is that something that comes with experience, the main Inspiration for me wanting to fly planes is how relaxing it looks and you make it look very easy, I thought of adding the zohd flight controller as it has all the features I would like without the hassle of setting up and just go out and fly and crash, I am not technical so easy is my game.

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

Hi Alan. The Ranger 1600 is my favourite all-rounder but something like a Bixler 2 or Skysurfer X8 would be a bit easier to begin with. They are lighter and can fly slower. Just learn to fly first then think about FPV and flight controllers once you stop crashing.

@alan6708 4 года назад

@@AndrewNewton That sounds like good advice pal as I know I will crash but do the planes you mention come with plastic fuselage or EPO/EPP as this is a must have plastic for myself as the plastic should surely be more robust ?

@alan6708 4 года назад

@@AndrewNewton Hello Andrew just to let you know I took your advise and purchased a Skysurfer X8 as a kit I payed £37 for it so didn't break the bank also bought some mg servos I just need to wait now to buy the rest as still not returned to work.

@flightlieutenant6902 5 лет назад

This plane flys well Andrew .l wonder how high it can fly with FPV . Thanks for this video 👍

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Very high I would think, as in kilometres

@rusack7174 5 лет назад

Excellent!

@RobisonRacing68 5 лет назад

Oh man... Can't you stop making videos for about a year? LOL! Me like! A lot! Too much! It JUST fits in the Tucson, you're right. It just looks so nice in the air... Oh and the Mobius on the tail looks great!

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Apologies, I can block you if that would help?

@RobisonRacing68 5 лет назад

Hahaha! No.... ;)

@MiniMicroFPV 5 лет назад

She’s a real beaut’!

@iforce2d 5 лет назад

According to my wikipedia and rcgroups research... ahem... I mean... as a professional plane designer, I think the wheels should typically be at or slightly ahead of the leading edge. Reason being that they need to be a bit ahead of the CG to make sure the plane will sit on the ground properly at rest and not nose over on tiny bumps, yet not so far ahead of the CG that rotation is difficult. Looks to me like these wheels are simply too far back, they could easily be an inch or more further forward, with that diameter and nice soft rubbery material the grass you were on doesn't look like it should be a problem.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes, I think angling further forward, longer legs and maybe bracing up to the nose would do the trick. Then you could mount a gimbal safely.

@user-ou3iz5wl6p 4 года назад

Супер полеты, как всегда.

@worroSfOretsevraH 5 лет назад

Would be nice to have a wind tunnel. Really curious how these planes would perform aerodynamically.

@JamesHurd 5 лет назад

I guess its quite graggy looking. But uber stable with a big wing like that..

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes too much drag and not needed for my use

@namdarbolour9890 4 года назад

Thanks for all your videos. Is this video sponsored? Also, did you buy the model yourself or was it provided by Volantex/hobby dealer? Thanks.

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

Ranger provided by seller

@bleeksbentbits3150 5 лет назад

Ibis??? I thought they're Bin Chickens! :v ;)

@AlexRachok 5 лет назад

Hi Andrew, which one do you like the best? ranger 2000 or 2400? and why? just trying to understand which flies better :) b4 bying

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Both are easy to fly and efficient. 2400 has more capacity but harder to transport, big wheels are not much use but the little wheel works for takeoff. I'll probably fly the 2000 more just because it's easier to fit in the car.

@dnumdug Год назад

This model is puzzeling me.. Current draw with just 6pc- 9g servos and the ESC live draws whopping 0,6A without even touching the servos via the sticks.. I will find out why!

@AndrewNewton Год назад

Seems like normal current to me.

@dnumdug Год назад

@@AndrewNewton I found out it was mainly the current needed to brake the motor. Cutting the ESC dropped the current to almost zero. So there we have it🙂

@AndrewNewton Год назад

Aha! Makes sense thanks

@dnumdug Год назад

@@AndrewNewton Pitty is they have a std propeller.. Anyone above in mind would have a folding. But they are not where they should be in these things. Hopefully someday..

@dnumdug Год назад

Anyway, on mine I have a folding propeller, covered the gap from fuselage to motor. Taped all hinging gaps with laminating foil, added knife sharp spruce trailing egdges all over. Included rudder wich was insane 5mm thick. As I see it, they gave us a toy to be juiced up quite abit, if you know what to do..

@toefymobile 5 лет назад

move the landing gear forward an inch, then it wont nose over

@sparrowlt 5 лет назад

"put tundra wheels on it - cant roll on mild grass". from looks seems that the wheels problem is that they are too close to the CG ..so the plane pivots much easier.. they should be more to the front..

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

That's right, bigger wheels wouldn't help, need to go forward

@Smt_Glaive 5 лет назад

i want one sooo bad ..but the shipping cost are ridiculous

@Kisbalta111 5 лет назад

..ALL BG shipping are ridicuolus. My Volantex was losted. On the first day of delivery. Plausible, right? (EU shipping)

@NoAgendaFPV 5 лет назад

I tried Ibus when I flew FlSky for a little, prefer SBUS ;)

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Hehe

@lsearls2 4 года назад

Hi Andrew is this fuselage the same plastic as Phoenix 2400 or the stronger plastic? Great review by the way you are a great help to us!

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

Same plastic I think. Don't have the Ranger anymore

@kdanagger6894 5 лет назад

Would you say the Ranger 2400 has a slower top speed than the Ranger 1600 or 2000 with the stock setup? I'm wondering about its ability to fight headwinds on a long range flight. Thanks for the great videos on the Ranger series.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Good point, yes this would struggle more with a decent headwind, having more drag. How much, I don't know.

@ReevansElectro 5 лет назад

I noticed that you didn't use elevator control on take-off from the grass. Have you ever tried pulling back on the initial run?

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Even full elevator didn't hold the tail down

@cvonp 5 лет назад

Does this break down for transport?

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes, wings are just held in with a clip

@cvonp 5 лет назад

@@AndrewNewton Thanks!

@julianhumphrey4843 5 лет назад

Beautiful plane, thanks for posting the video, do you mind if i share it on the facebook Volantex group?

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Don't mind at all Julian

@julianhumphrey4843 5 лет назад

Thanks Andrew

@kdanagger6894 5 лет назад

How much weight would you estimate the Ranger 2400 could handle? Is an AUW (w/battery) of 3000 grams reasonable? I'm hoping to fly mine with a 4S6P 18650GA Li-Ion pack that weighs 1200 grams.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Oh yes, built for weight carrying, I would think it could handle 4kg easily

@HavardStreAndresen 5 лет назад

LoL:-) Recommended Environment: Outdoor

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Or the biggest aircraft hangar

@waldemarkraus2855 5 лет назад

Hi Andrew, would you say that the engine is underpowered? Have concerns in terms of flying against high wind on long range flights.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Plenty of power on 4S, but I have only had this one flight session

@nikleiser5888 5 лет назад

Hey Andrew, would you mind to do a comparison betweeen the Ranger 2400 and ASW28 ? I own the ASW28 but I dont like it as much as I would like to...glideratio is pretty average and it is also losing a lot of height while turning. Could not really try the flaps due to time and thermalconstraints.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Totally different style of plane really. R2400 is for heavy lifting and the ASW28 is a scale glider (everyone has the same problems as you with it). The Phoenix Evolution is the best thermal glider in the Volantex range if that's what you're after.

@nikleiser5888 5 лет назад

@@AndrewNewton I moved the battery further back for for my last flights which did improve the behavior (but still kinda average.) I am exactly looking for quality E-glider around 2,5metre (ABS/fiberglass fuselage and sturdy wings/planked foam/only wood)for a really light FPV setup and LoS. But the choices in Germany are limited, its either very expensive 300+bucks (empty) or bad quality from china like the ASW28 with wooden wings (I used to own). Do you have any recommendations ?

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Sorry no, I only know cheap foamies really

@dba12123 4 года назад

I am new to the hobby. I'm practicing on a simulator and a small ready to fly. i'd eventually like to do some video. Which would be better for a beginner, the Phoenix 2400 or the Ranger?

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

Ranger 1600 would be the best for beginners. The 2400 is way too big and heavy to learn on.

@vjaygroup8759 4 года назад

@@AndrewNewton For LOS flight, compare with small 1600, 2400 handle more wind, stable and easy for beginner, its size also easy to see from far away if beginner lost orientation. The heavy and big size hard to transport of 2400 just a small problem with those good points.

@SickocrowAU 5 лет назад

Bin Chicken!

@spartan3299 5 лет назад

I wonder if I could install a single sailplane type wheel into my Ranger 2000? What kind of hardware is used to accomplish it in the 2400.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Just a wheel and an axle/bolt.

@theresnobodyhere5778 5 лет назад

I wondered why the 1600 and 2000mm don't have centre wheel the housing is there for it I looked on bangggood you can get them for One and half dollars with axle a must buy when if order the kit though that said it maybe the part for volantex phoenix the spare parts just coming through for them now wings tails motors props more so for the 1200 mm version these are awesome planes way ahead of the game I reckon just waiting on delivery of 1600 version try set up GPS system good fpv as a test donkey then get this 2400 install it all to it great vids learned tons from Mr Newton .net co org guru guy he the man

@SomeTechGuy666 4 года назад

Does the 2400 have the same fuselage as the 2000 ?

@AndrewNewton 4 года назад

No, 2400 is bigger all over

@bardenegri21 5 лет назад

"These are iBUS-es, very common around here"

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Hahaha, 10 points to NS Gaming

@farminglifeaustralia6716 5 лет назад

Looks like someone put truck wheels on a glider. John

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes, what were they thinking?

@prestonshute7243 5 лет назад

The wheels just don't do anything for me. Other than that it looks super!

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Comes with free bush plane wheels (for another project)

@farminglifeaustralia6716 5 лет назад

Number 1 View

@SteveLoves2Fly 5 лет назад

How do you like it now, after a month of owning it?

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

I have only had about 4 flights but it has impressed me every time. Highly recommended Steve.

@SteveLoves2Fly 5 лет назад

@@AndrewNewton Oh trust me, I am ready to buy, but I have no place to fly this.

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes that's the problem.

@pvenzELP 5 лет назад

Do you think a 10000 man 4s would fit ?

@AndrewNewton 5 лет назад

Yes, check out the RCGroups thread

@bravogolf5905 5 лет назад

Yes, the multistar 10,000 mAh 4s battery does phyically fit in the fuselage. I still have to finish assembly and check CG after all additional FPV gear is installed to determine actual placement of it; however, it looks very promising. At the same time the results Andrew is achieving with 6000 mAh is great. I may just stick with the 5000 mAh batteries I have on hand and keep it light.

@best_pilot Год назад

Andrew, a brief question: A really roomy platform, but when it comes to extreme endurance; do you think that 10+ hrs with 50.000 mAh Li Ion is possible ?

@AndrewNewton Год назад

That would require average current draw of 4A, which probably is not possible with all the extra weight

@best_pilot Год назад

@@AndrewNewton I am quite aware of this "run-away effect: More power needed - larger battery - larger mass - more power needed ... There is a quite intersting clip on RU-vid about this topicand that Ranger 2400 is consuming just 4,8 Amps for level flight. Totally agrred that it will be more in case of a larger battery. Here this link: (179) Breaking My Long Range FPV Distance Record - RU-vid

@best_pilot Год назад

ru-vid.com_browsers?next_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DEnv9jD8FTZI

@best_pilot Год назад

Should work better :-)