With miniquads becoming the new craze I thought I would put together a post to show you how to build a high performance, low cost miniquad racer. This miniquad is perfect for both the newcomer and the old school guys since it has plenty of power to satisfy your thirst for speed. We have plenty of guys using this exact setup to go miniquad racing on the weekend or flying low and fast through the trees and other objects.
The ZMR250 frame is one of the best low cost frames on the market and has more accessories made for it than any other frame out there so you will have almost infant options to customize it the way you want.
This article has been rewritten to give a cheaper build than before and all prices and promo codes are valid as of 4/20/2015. Also included in the rewritten article we now include DYI goggles versus a screen and also include a battery and charger which were excluded before and the price stays about the same as before.
For Banggood items use promo code “bestbg” to save 5% off your order plus you get free shipping.
| Item Name | Price |
|---|---|
| ZMR250 Carbon Fiber Frame | $33.60 |
| DYS 1806 2300kva Brushless Motor(Black)(9.45/each) | $37.80 |
| Sunrise 12 Amp ESC (Flashed BLHeli)($6.31/each) | $25.24 |
| CC3D Flight Controller | $14.99 |
| Power Distribution Board (PDB) | $2.99 |
| Gemfan 5×3 Props (Pack of 4) ($1.98/per set of 4)(Buy 4 Sets Minimum) | $7.92 |
| Quantum DYI Goggle Set | $29.99 |
| Eachine 700TVL Camera/200mw vTX Combo | $27.99 |
| Boscam 305 8 Channel vRX | $17.29 |
| HobbyKing 6 channel Controller/Receiver Combo | $25.10 |
| Nano-Tech 1500mah 35-70C 3S Lipo Battery | $15.90 |
| HobbyKing ECO6 Lipo Battery Charger | $18.99 |
| M3x6mm Nylon Standoff (Pack of 10) | $0.79 |
| M3x6mm Screws (Pack of 10) | $0.63 |
| M3 Nylon Nuts (Pack of 10) | $0.69 |
| Battery Strap | $0.99 |
| 12ga Power Wire with XT60 Connector | $2.99 |
| Total (Not counting promo codes or shipping) | $263.89 |
I always like when articles aimed at newcomers provide detailed lists like this, so thanks. I have two questions:
1) What guide would you recommend following for detailed assembly instructions?
2) Do you have a list of tools you would recommend someone have to help with assembly/repair?
Thanks.
How you power flight controller? It needs 5V DC, but battery in the list is 11.1V ?
It is powered by one of the BEC’s on the ESC’s. They provide 5v to the flight controller and then to the receiver.
Thank you for reply
Hi, great list! but do you have a build guide using all these parts please? specifically the wiring?
Is there any website you have found with a good build guide for this? Just some basic help.
Great list with prices and links!
The HobbyKing ECO6 Lipo Battery Charger needs a power supply?
A build guide to go with it is sorely needed.
Where did you buy these parts?