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Frames

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I build on the Ikon 2.8, Nexa 2.8 and Nexa 3.5. They’re unusually light for their class, with performance you can feel on the first flight. Compare the motor variants, recommended props and batteries, weights and flight times below.

Three builds

Which one should you choose?

All three cost about the same, so choose the one that suits how you fly.

Motors and props

Motor variants

I’ve built every variant myself from start to finish. The details for each variant are all here so you can see exactly what you get.

Props I recommend for my builds

I fit HQ 3x3x3 or Gemfan 3525 as standard. The 2.8 builds use 3-inch props and the Nexa 3.5 uses 3.5-inch props. I ask the manufacturer for slightly longer arms on the 2.8 builds so the props fit. The table lists alternatives I’ve tested. Current draw during a punch-out is about 55 A on the standard setup and up to around 70 A on more aggressive props.

Batteries I recommend

The default pack is the GNB 720 mAh 100C. Use the others only if your weight budget allows it. Every gram of battery counts on a sub-250 g build.

    The numbers

    Compare the builds

    Radar chart comparing the three builds Seven categories scored from 1 to 10. The table below lists weights and flight times.

    Weight and flight times

    Weights are approximate to +/- 5 g and come from my own builds. Your exact weight depends on the prints, wiring, equipment and individual components.