QAV-R / QAV-S Series
FPV racing/freestyle
The Lumenier QAV-R and QAV-S series are popular FPV quadcopter frames designed for high-performance drone racing and freestyle flying.
Mission Profile
The QAV-R and QAV-S series frames are primarily engineered for the demanding environments of FPV drone racing, where speed, agility, and durability are paramount. Their robust carbon fiber construction allows them to withstand crashes common in competitive racing, while their optimized design facilitates precise control and rapid maneuverability.
Beyond racing, these frames are widely adopted by FPV freestyle pilots who perform complex aerial acrobatics and creative flight patterns. The modularity and adaptability of the design enable pilots to customize their builds for specific flight characteristics, balancing power-to-weight ratios and component protection. While primarily a hobbyist platform, their performance characteristics and small footprint also make them suitable for niche tactical FPV applications requiring agile and responsive unmanned aerial systems for close-quarters reconnaissance or situational awareness.
Key Features
- ▸High-quality carbon fiber construction for durability and light weight.
- ▸Modular design for easy assembly, maintenance, and component replacement.
- ▸Optimized center of gravity for balanced and stable flight characteristics.
- ▸Designed to accommodate various FPV camera, video transmitter, and flight controller setups.
- ▸Multiple arm thickness options available (e.g., 4mm, 5mm, 6mm) to suit different impact tolerances.
- ▸Interchangeable arms allow for quick field repairs.
- ▸Supports a wide range of brushless motor sizes and propeller configurations.
Specifications
- configuration
- Quadcopter (X-frame or stretched X variants)
- payload
- Typically an FPV camera, video transmitter, flight controller, ESCs, and often a small HD action camera.
- propulsion
- Brushless electric motors (4 per quadcopter), powered by LiPo batteries.
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About the Manufacturer
Lumenier (and its retail brand GetFPV.com) is one of the most influential US suppliers of FPV racing and freestyle hardware, with a growing line of professional and tactical multirotors.