Introduction
The Chinese company Syma is the largest manufacturer of radio-controlled toys. Quadrocopter Syma X13 Storm - model of 2015, replaced the popular Syma X12, which is almost half the size of the new product.
Features
- 2.4GHz control
- 6-axis gyroscope
- 360º flips
- Mode Headless
- LED backlight
- Screw protection
Package contents
- Quadcopter Syma X13 Storm
- Battery (3.7V 200mAh LiPo)
- 4-channel 2.4GHz control equipment (powered by 4 × 1.5V AA batteries are purchased separately)
- USB cable (for charging the quad battery)
- 4 × rotor
- 4 × spare rotor
- Roof protection
- Screwdriver
- Manual (English)
Specification
Appearance
Motors
Syma X13 Storm quadcopter equipped with collector motors, torque transmission is carried out through a gearbox. The developer does not specify performance information. For the implementation of the tasks set, the potential of the motors is quite enough.
Battery
The quadcopter is equipped with a 3.7V 200mAh LiPo lithium polymer battery. In the test, it provided a maximum flight time of 6 minutes. Battery charging time is no more than an hour.
Controls
The X13 Storm comes with one of the most convenient 4-channel consoles operating at 2.4GHz. Power is supplied from 4 × 1.5V AA batteries (purchased separately). In practice, in an interference-free zone, it provided a maximum removal distance of 60 meters. When the signal is lost, the drone crashes!
Test Drive
In the test, the Syma X13 Storm quadrocopter showed dynamics characteristic of budget drones. Note the work of the 6-axis gyroscope, its participation greatly simplifies the control of the drone, beginners will appreciate. Headless mode, flips and return home worked without any problems.
Price
On well-known Internet trading floors, the Syma X13 Storm quadcopter is sold at a price of $ 20-27 .
Conclusion
Pros
- Design
- Plastic quality
- Durability
- Control
- LED backlight
- Convenient remote control
- Flies out of the box
Cons
- Small resource commutator motors
- Drops on loss of communication
- Flight time
Willing to endure mistakes inherent in beginners, easy to operate, compact, flies out of the box. The main disadvantages include the small resource of the collector motors and the shutdown of motors in case of loss of communication. An excellent option for the first acquaintance with UAVs, or just for fun. Age restriction 8.
Photos
Photos with the Syma X13 Storm quadrocopter.
Video
Video with Syma X13 Storm quadrocopter.
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