FoldApe4 from Darwin FPV

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The DarwinFPV FoldApe4 is a revolutionary 4-inch FPV drone designed for long-range, portable flying. Its unique foldable frame shrinks the drone's volume by 70%, allowing it to easily fit in your pocket and making it the perfect companion for travel photography.

Weighing less than 250g, the FoldApe4 complies with drone regulations in most countries. It can achieve flight times of 20 minutes with a 3S 1150mAh battery or up to 30 minutes with a 3S 3000mAh 18650 battery. With the DJI O3 unit, it boasts a maximum flight range of 10 kilometers and a top speed of 105 km/h, all while maintaining the light, quiet, and efficient flight characteristics of a toothpick-style drone.

The foldable design has been engineered to prevent common issues. Thanks to a specially designed carbon fiber propeller clamp and a rigid arm structure, the arms will not fold back, even during high-intensity maneuvers like freestyle and flips after a crash.

True to the DarwinFPV brand, the FoldApe4 is also incredibly cost-effective, with the analog version priced at nearly half the cost of similar products.

Features:

  • Ultra-Portable: The drone features a foldable design that doesn't require propeller removal, making it small enough to fit in a pocket for easy travel and storage.
  • Durable Arms: The arms are secured with two screws when unfolded, ensuring they remain rigid even after crashes or during high-intensity maneuvers.
  • Reduced Vibration: High-precision metal bushings and carbon fiber propeller clamps are used to minimize vibration, offering performance comparable to standard two-blade propellers.
  • Extended Flight Time: Equipped with a DJI 1504 motor, the drone can achieve a 20-minute flight time with a 3S 1150mAh battery.
  • Enhanced GPS: It uses a larger GPS unit for more stable and reliable signal reception, which is crucial for safety and recovery.
  • Lightweight Design: Weighing only around 120 grams, the drone is lighter than similar 4-inch models, contributing to longer flight times.
  • Stable Flight: The Wide X frame structure provides a balanced flight feel, unlike the asymmetrical moments of a DeadCat frame.

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Wingspan: 168mm (6.6 in)
Length: 168mm (6.6 in)

Weight: 125 g (4.4 oz)
  • AIO/Stack: DarwinFPV F411 15A ELRS AIO
  • Receiver: Onboard SPI ELRS 2.4G (3.x version) / TBS Nano
  • GPS: DarwinFPV GM8 GPS
  • Motor: 1504-3800KV
  • Propeller: GEMFAN F4019-2 transparent gray
  • Frame Type: Wide X
  • Wheelbase: 168mm
  • Arm Thickness: 4mm
  • Maximum Horizontal Speed: 105 km/h
  • Recommended Battery: 3S 1150mAh 60C XT30 or 3S 3000mAh 18650
  • Drone Weight: 124.3g ± 5g
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