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Based on the successful Skywalker X8 Long Range V1.0 - V2.0, we took feedback from our engineering team and customers around the world to make the V2.1 the best Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone yet!
The Skywalker X8 Long Range V2.1 features a number of improvements. The addition of highly visible CREE LED lights ensures the drone is visible by the operator, and other air traffic up to 3 miles away. Our focus on safety continues, with an optional ADS-B module now available for the Skywalker X8 Long Range, allowing you to see all air traffic up to 30 miles away on the Mission Planner screen.
Our new Li-Ion battery pack, hand built by technicians at our facilities using high quality Samsung Li-Ion cells replaces the LiPo packs we previously used for this drone. The Li-ion pack is much higher quality, while also weighing 32% less than the LiPo packs, translating into more flight time.
The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone is highly customizable to meet the end users requirements. The base model has a 2122mm wingspan, range of approximately 2 miles (3.22 km), and can fly for around 1 hour continuously depending on the operating conditions and payload. It is powered by a Made In USA Pixhawk flight controller and can be configured with either Arupilot (default & recommended), or PX4 upon request.
*Please note, the landing gear pictured is not included in the base model, and is an optional add-on*
Looking for a larger option that carries more weight? Check out our Tarot 650 Ready To Fly, Tarot X6 Ready To Fly, or our Tarot T-18 Ready To Fly. Looking for a VTOL option? Check out our Nimbus VTOL V2.1 Ready To Fly Drone.
With the Pixhawk flight controller system, the operator can program waypoints and flight plans into the drone before takeoff. The high quality Made In USA Pixhawk flight controller features manual flying modes, stabilize mode, and a (fail-safe function) return to home mode in addition to the autonomous mode. The drone can be piloted with the included controller when flying manually or via a laptop or tablet utilizing the Mission Planner software when flying autonomously.
The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone uses a high-quality US/Swiss made Ublox NEO-M8N equipped with dual compasses, allowing for incredibly accurate positioning.
If you require even more precise positioning or plan to fly in areas were the standard GPS cannot lock onto satellites (such as inside buildings), please check out our Skywalker X8 Long Range RTK option.
The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone uses the L9R Long Range Radio module, giving you the potential to fly up to 2 miles (3.22 km).
With the optional RFD900x Telemtry Radio add-on, listed at the bottom of the page you can extend the range of the Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone to 12 miles (20Km)
We have begun hand building the battery packs for the Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone at our facilities using high-quality Samsung 18650 cells. This battery pack weighs 32% less than the same sized LiPo packs we used before, giving you the same great power while saving weight which directly translates into additional flight time or payload.
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The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone utilizes 3 CREE LED lights, that are visible with a 3 mile range. These powerful LED lights ensure easy visibility of the Skywalker X8 Drone from the ground, and also make it clearly visible to other aircraft in the vicinity. There is a red light on the left, a green light on the right, and a white light on the bottom.
Draw route plans using a Google Maps interface and monitor crucial telemetry information in real time with Mission Planner software for PC or MAC. Live telemetry and flight data is displayed on the Mission Planner home screen, allowing you to control and monitor the Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone and its systems as it flies.
In addition, you can configure APM settings for your airframe in the software, and download mission log files to analyze them. The Mission Planner software is open source, and always being updated and improved by thousands of contributors around the world. For more information on Mission Planner or to download the software, click here.
The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone comes with a 6 month warranty. During this time, any parts that prematurely fail as a result of manufacturing defects will be replaced free of charge.
The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone uses the Pixhawk flight controller, which is a fully open source flight control system running Ardupilot. This system is supported by developers all over the world, and can be modified to take your Skywalker X8 Long Range to the next level.
Main Values | |
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Flight Time | 60 Minutes |
Payload Capability (In Addition To UAV + Battery) | 1.0 Kg |
Weight (Incl Battery) | 2.5 Kg |
Max Flight Speed | 55 Mph (90Km/h) |
Frequency (Frsky Controller) | 2.4Ghz |
Battery | 2x 5,000MAH Li-Ion |
Voltage | 22.2V |
Wingspan | 2122mm |
Want to check out the Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone Manual to get a full understanding of our Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone before you place an order, or lost the manual that was included with your drone? Click here to download a PDF version of our user manual?
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We are proud to have ditched the Chinese components, and swapped them for higher quality made in USA parts were possible. Now, the Pixhawk flight controller, GPS system, telemetry, and battery, are all manufactured in the USA. The only main parts that are manufactured in China are the EPO frame, motor, and controller. Upon request, we also have alternative options available to replace those parts with US made alternatives. The Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone is fully TAA compliant.
Every single week, our engineers make upgrades to the Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone based on their testing and customer feedback. Our continuous improvement program is so good that you might wonder when can ever be the right time to buy if there will be a better version next week. As a result, we have begun offering the continuous improvement program, included with all Skywalker X8 Long Range Drones purchased from January 2019 onwards. You can send your Skywalker X8 back to us at any time in the future and for $299.99, we will upgrade it with the latest and greatest improvements we have introduced since you purchased it.
We are a official partner of Ardupilot. Ardupilot is the most advanced, full featured and reliable open source software for Pixhawk powered drones. The fully open software is constantly evolving and being improved upon by a diverse team of developers around the world.
The below add-ons are the most popular, however they are not our only add-ons. We also offer a variety of other camera options, cold weather package, hot weather package, IP Weather protection, 4G LTE Control, vapor phase soldering and much more. Please contact us directly for more information on other upgrades or changes not listed.
Our most popular upgrade, the Herelink Transmission system takes your Skywalker X8 Long Range Drone to the next level. Purchase of the Herelink Transmission system upgrade features the following.
A commitment to quality is part of our company DNA. We run an engineering first approach, pushing our products to the limit in internal testing, and constantly taking feedback from real world use to ensure we are implementing every improvement we can. Our Continuous Improvement Program ensures you can get access to these latest improvements without the need to purchase a completely new drone.
Our support doesn't end when you make a purchase. We offer personal delivery and training for a small additional fee, making sure you fully understand and know how to use our products. We also offer 24/7 call, chat, email, and Skype support for all of our products.
We have been in business since the drone industry was in its infancy. As a result, we have extensive experience in the business, and have worked with clients in over 100 countries around the world.
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