Fast like a helicopter

XLR v3 drone sets new speed record

No matter what kind of vehicle is involved, attempts are always made to squeeze more performance out of the model. Ryan Lademann, a resourceful drone engineer from Scottsdale, Arizona, can currently look forward to an entry in the Guinness Book of Records. His self-built high-performance quadcopter XLR v3 was able to impress with an average speed of around 360 km/h, values that have never been achieved by a drone before and are more likely to be achieved by helicopters.

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It is human nature to chase records. And even if some numerical values are not achieved by our own bodies, it is human ingenuity that enables us to achieve ever new peak performances. In the case of flying machines such as airplanes, helicopters, rockets, etc., many maximum values are already exhausted or can only be achieved at great financial expense. The situation is different with drones. Manageable size and inexpensive components allow even enthusiasts like Mr. Lademann and his team of hobby experts to go on a record hunt.

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Arizona is also known for its vast and deserted landscapes. The ideal environment to test the latest in-house development without any danger. The 490g lightweight, powered by Cobra 2207 2450kv motors, resembles a rocket on the outside, visually matching the rapid flight capability. More than two and a half years of development have gone into Version 3, showing that with stamina and engineering skills, it's quite possible to rival the top drone manufacturers' models in terms of performance.

Lots of videos of test flights can be found on his YouTube channel.