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Beginner DIY FPV BNF Drone Kit - QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” - Analog

Beginner DIY FPV BNF Drone Kit - QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” - Analog

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The Beginner DIY Drone Kit - QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” - Analog is now at RDQ! This Analog build kit has the FPV system included, featuring a Caddx Ratel 2 Camera, Xilo Stax 5.8GHz VTX, and Xilo 5.8GHz RHCP SMA Antenna. This kit comes with everything you need to get up in the air.  Joshua Bardwell, Lumenier, and Xilo have partnered up to create this amazing kit and all of the info to build it. 

Note: Receiver is not included. A receiver that is compatible with your controller is required, please see the options under "Recommended". This is a Full DIY Build Kit with assembly required.

Make sure to check out our other Pre-Built quads and our Lumenier product selection!

Features

  • This drone kit is designed for Freestyle FPV and can carry an HD action camera for epic footage
  • Upgraded 5" QAV-S 2 Frame with X-Lock Arm Mechanism and Aluminum FPV Camera Plates
  • Powerful Xilo Stax V2 45A BLHeli_32 ESC (3-6s) with Current Sensor and Telemetry
  • Xilo Stax V2 F4 Flight Controller with the latest BetaFlight firmware compatibility
  • Analog FPV System with Caddx Ratel 2, Xilo Stax VTX, and Xilo 5.8GHz Antenna
  • Includes full step-by-step build guide series by FPV expert Joshua Bardwell
  • Frame made of High-Quality Lumenier carbon fiber material and hardware
  • DIY Kit has all of the components needed to build the FPV drone
  • Powerful and smooth Stealth 2207 6S 1800KV motors 

What's New?
This Analog DIY Kit has been developed and designed with the addition of the long-awaited QAV-S 2 frame! Lumenier and Xilo have been working side by side with Joshua Bardwell on multiple features to make this kit even better than the last:

  • New Airframe Design: The QAV-S 2 - Joshua Bardwell Edition frame optimizes the space and weight for a 5” quad design, with a low profile body for electronics, enough space to fit an Analog or Digital Video System, engineered center of gravity when carrying an Action Camera, and strong and structured design that is meant for hardcore freestyle.
  • X-Lock Arm Mechanism: The Lumenier QAV-S 2 Bardwell SE introduces a new lateral X-Lock arm system! This all-aluminum arm locking system improves on the QAV-S design in both rigidity and ease of use, providing two-axis clamping that is mechanically isolated from the main plates and flight controller stack. The new lock system also allows the arms to fold with only one screw for easy transportation. 
  • Aluminum FPV Camera Plates: The new FPV camera mounting solution offers excellent camera protection and support for a range of cameras. The use of a unique interlocking system allows for minimal hardware and strengthens the front end while staying lightweight.
Beginner DIY FPV BNF Drone Kit - QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” - Analog

Frequently Asked Questions

WHAT'S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN THIS HD READY KIT AND THE ANALOG KIT?

This Analog kit includes the analog FPV video transmitter, camera, and antenna.  The "HD Ready" kit comes without an FPV system so you can choose your own HD system to add to your build.

IS THIS DRONE KIT GOOD FOR BEGINNERS?

Yes! No matter your skill level, this kit is made for you! We take the guesswork out of picking parts by compiling all the gear together in one easy to assemble kit. This all-inclusive bundle pairs together proven components that are guaranteed to work well together, making the build easy for you.

Not only do you get all the parts, but XILO has partnered with the renowned FPV instructor Joshua Bardwell with a full step-by-step build guide. This build guide takes you from start to finish, building, setup, tuning, flying, radio setup, binding, updating, and more! All you have to do is follow the instructions in the video and you'll be flying your own freestyle FPV drone in no time!

I'M NEW TO FPV AND HAVE NOTHING. DOES THIS KIT HAVE EVERYTHING I NEED TO GET STARTED?

This bundle comes with everything the "drone" itself needs except the radio receiver and FPV System. If you are just getting into FPV and don't have anything yet there are a few key components you will need in addition to this kit to be able to fly. The good news is most of these parts you can use across multiple drones, so it is an upfront investment, but you won't have to necessarily buy them for every drone you build.

You will need the following in addition to this kit if you don't already have them:

  • FPV Goggles / Video Receiver
  • Tools for Building
  • Battery Charger
  • Radio Receiver
  • Flight Batteries
  • Radio
Beginner DIY FPV BNF Drone Kit - QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” - Analog

Specifications

  • Frame: Lumenier QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” Frame Kit
  • Motors: Xilo Stealth 2207 1800KV 6S Motors
  • Arm Length: Up to 5.1" Propeller clearance
  • Antenna: Xilo 5.8GHz RHCP SMA Antenna
  • Propellers: JB Gemfan Hurricane 51477
  • FC: Xilo Stax V2 F4 flight Controller
  • FPV Camera: Caddx Ratel 2
  • VTX: Xilo Stax 5.8GHz VTX 
  • ESC: Xilo Stax V2 45A ESC
  • Recommended LiPo: 6S

2023 Freestyle FPV Drone Build For Total Beginners

Lumenier QAV-S 2 Bardwell Manual

Includes

  • 1x Lumenier QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5” Frame Kit
  • 1x Frequency & Voltage Chart Sticker Sheet
  • 3x JB Gemfan Hurricane 51477 Propellers
  • 1x Custom Soft Zipper Case - JB Edition
  • 4x Xilo Stealth 2207 1800KV 6S Motors
  • 1x Xilo 5.8GHz RHCP SMA Antenna
  • 1x Xilo Stax V2 F4 Flight Controller
  • 1x Xilo Stax V2 45A ESC
  • 1x Connecting Wires Set
  • 1x Xilo Stax 5.8GHz VTX
  • 1x 3D Printed Parts Set
  • 1x Hardware Set
  • 1x Caddx Ratel 2
  • 10x Zip Ties

More Info

  • SKU: 20939
  • Barcode: 724376355075
 

Overall rating: 4.9130435 / 5 from 23 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

This DIY drone kit is highly appreciated for its comprehensive components and ease of assembly, making it a great choice for beginners. The kit includes all necessary parts except for the radio receiver and FPV system, and comes with a detailed build guide by an expert. The analog FPV system is included, and the kit is designed for freestyle FPV with an HD camera option.

Summary topics

  • Completeness of Kit: 58%
  • Ease of Building: 24%

Review topics: ["quality","build","instructions","issues","packs","kit","drone","video","flies","arms"].

Review highlights

  • "easy to follow videos, kit was complete, build was easy."Wayne D.
  • "Beautifully packed and the whole kit is comprehensive and good quality."John P.
  • "Perfect Kit, Don't Break an Arm"Jason E.

Reviews

JB QAV-s2 analog beginner kit

"I have not built this drone yet."

Richard L. (5/5)

Great kit

"First quad I built, super easy to build and set up, and flies great too."

Logan H. (5/5)

3 month later.. after buy this kit -> A+

"Really great kit to assemble within couple of days (or maybe a bit longer if you are completely new to drones, however JB set it all for us luckily in his overexplained and full of dumb-behavior-protection warnings and double checks ;) One thing to add is that stock GoPro mount should be 2-3 mm higher, so that left front prop will not get in contact in-flight with a screw knob, which could scratch the prop (or two, like I did, before realizing what was that noise on hard-pushes). Amazing experience while assembling with JB! and fast to get involved like never before! A+++"

Denis (5/5)

Perfect Kit, Don't Break an Arm

"This was my introduction into real drones from flying sims. Great budget starter drone! Great YouTube series to build to your spec! Would be five stars but I broke a drone arm MONTHS AGO and the replacement parts still haven't been restocked anywhere. Ended up buying other frames for my parts, etc."

Jason E. (4/5)

sketchy frame locking set

"Great freestyle drone. Loved building it and love flying it. One thing I'd like to mention though is that I -just- had the locking set come loose in flight. I'm probably going to throw some tape over the bolts so I don't have to hunt down the pieces if it comes loose again."

Travis (4/5)

Excellent kit

"This kit arrived at my UK home within a few days. Beautifully packed and the whole kit is comprehensive and good quality. The video instructions provided by Joshua Bardwell have the right balance between detailed guidance and unnecessary waffle. I am very glad I chose this kit and the videos as my route to learning about the intricacies and technologies of drones."

John P. (5/5)

First FPV Kit !

"This kit looks like it has everything I need to assemble it. Glad to have Joshua's YouTube Videos to help with this project, Very Good Move !"

PATRICK M. (5/5)

Great Drone!!!

"I bought this for my son who is 12. I stood by while he built it giving a few pointers along the way. It is a great drone tough and plenty of power. Great way to get into the hobby or add to your collection."

Jason (5/5)

Great Quad Kit

"This is my first quad build. The kit has everything you need to build the quad. I was trying for a budget analog build and paired this with BetaFPV VR03 Goggles and Radiomaster Pocket Controller. Was able to source everything and I mean EVERYTHING needed for under $700 (minus tax). Hoping to get some good times out of this. - This kit - Beta FPV VR03 Goggles $70 - ELRS Radiomaster Pocket $70 - Radiomaster RP2 ELRS Receiver $19 - 4x 18650 Batteries w/ charger for controller $20 - 3x 1100mah CNHL Black Series 6S LiPO Batteries $50 - Tenergy TB-6AB Balance Charger $40 - Plusivo 60W Soldering Iron kit $19 - Maiyum 63-37 solder wire $9 - VIFLY ShartSaver V2 smart smoke stopper $12 - Venlab Digital multimeter $10 - 4x iFlight blitz soldering practice board $10 - Electronics screw driver kit $15 Hope this helps someone getting into FPV. Cheers!"

Aneesh (5/5)

Good drone

"Loved it I highly recommend"

Clyde P. (5/5)

Q&A

do you ship to Canada
Beats me … but I’m very happy with the kit!!!! I’ve learned a lot during the build, high quality too . I might just buy another one !!
What are the dimensions of the packed kit?
the dimensions of the outer case are 13inches wide, 10inches long and 3 inches tall SUMMERY :BASE=10INCHES HEIGHT=3INCHES WIDTH=13INCHES
Is there a link to the 3D printed parts file so I can be reprinted after a crash?
I don’t know .
Do you ship the kit to germany?
nope