Mapping-focused fuselage with dedicated camera, GPS and parachute bays
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Skywalker X5 Pro 1280mm Mapping Wing
The Skywalker X5 Pro is a 1280mm EPO flying wing purpose-built as an aerial mapping and survey platform.
₹52,990 + 18% GST
SKU: BOTBIT-AFK-03 · Best for: Aerial mapping and photogrammetry / orthomosaic generation
Overview
About Skywalker X5 Pro 1280mm Mapping Wing.
The Skywalker X5 Pro is a 1280mm EPO flying wing purpose-built as an aerial mapping and survey platform. Its enlarged centre fuselage carries a dedicated camera slot, GPS mount and space for a flight controller and even a parachute bay, while the swept flying-wing planform with efficient winglets delivers low drag and a stable, long cruise for collecting survey imagery. The modular design lets the wing halves and centre section separate for transport and quick field assembly.
Powered by a recommended 2816-class motor on a 4S pack, the X5 Pro cruises around 60km/h with roughly 25 minutes of flight on LiPo, and longer when fitted with li-ion packs. It is hand-, catapult- or bungee-launched and recovered with a belly landing, and its larger wing area and payload volume make it a meaningful step up from sport wings for serious data capture. The black EPO airframe is rigid yet repairable.
This wing targets surveyors, GIS and mapping teams, agriculture and infrastructure operators, and advanced builders in India who need an affordable fixed-wing platform for photogrammetry. It is sold as an airframe/kit, so you integrate your chosen autopilot, camera and power system to build a complete mapping aircraft.
Key features
Why it stands out.
Efficient flying-wing planform with winglets for long, stable survey cruises
Modular wing and centre section for compact transport and fast field assembly
Recommended 4S power system gives steady cruise speed for consistent image overlap
Rigid yet repairable black EPO airframe suited to repeated field deployment
Specifications
Selection facts.
| Wingspan | 1280 mm |
|---|---|
| Fuselage length | 717 mm |
| Wing area | 44 dm² |
| Flying weight | 1800-2500 g |
| Airframe material | Black EPO foam |
| Recommended motor | 2816 840KV (2810-class) |
| Recommended ESC | 60A |
| Propeller | 1060E |
| Recommended battery | 4S 14.8V 5200 mAh |
| Cruise speed | ~60 km/h |
Applications
Where it is used.
- Aerial mapping and photogrammetry / orthomosaic generation
- Agricultural crop observation and field health monitoring
- Land and property surveying
- Infrastructure and corridor inspection
- Forestry and environmental monitoring
- Aerial photography over large areas
Buying guide
How to choose.
The X5 Pro is a dedicated mapping wing rather than a sport flyer, so plan it as a system. The recommended setup is a 2816/2810-class ~840-1000KV motor, a 60A ESC, a 1060E propeller and a 4S 5200mAh pack; substituting li-ion cells can extend the roughly 25-minute LiPo endurance for longer missions. Budget separately for your autopilot, GPS and survey camera.
Decide your launch method based on your site. The wing supports hand, catapult or bungee launch and lands on its belly, so confirm you have clear open ground for recovery. The fuselage includes a parachute bay if you want to add a parachute system for safer landings in tighter areas, though the parachute itself is not included.
Pick the X5 Pro when you need a low-cost, capable fixed-wing for area mapping and have the skills to integrate the electronics. If you require automatic take-off and landing in confined spaces, a VTOL fixed-wing is more appropriate; if you only want FPV practice, a smaller wing is cheaper and simpler.
FAQ
Common questions.
What is the Skywalker X5 Pro designed for?
It is a 1280mm flying wing built specifically for aerial mapping and survey work. Its enlarged fuselage carries a camera, GPS and flight controller, and the efficient wing gives the stable, long cruise needed for collecting consistent photogrammetry imagery over large areas.
How long can the X5 Pro fly?
With the recommended 4S 5200mAh LiPo it cruises for roughly 25 minutes at about 60km/h. Fitting li-ion battery packs in place of LiPo can extend endurance significantly, which is useful for covering larger survey areas in a single flight.
Is the X5 Pro ready to fly or a kit?
It is supplied as an airframe/kit. You add your own motor, ESC, servos, autopilot, GPS, camera and battery. The manufacturer publishes recommended components such as a 2816-class motor, 60A ESC, 1060E propeller and a 4S 5200mAh pack to guide your build.
How is the X5 Pro launched and landed?
It can be hand-, catapult- or bungee-launched and is recovered with a traditional belly landing on open ground. The fuselage also includes a parachute bay so you can add a parachute recovery system, though the parachute is not supplied.
Can it carry a survey camera and PPK/RTK?
Yes. The X5 Pro has a dedicated camera slot and room for an autopilot and GPS, making it suitable for mapping cameras and PPK/RTK integration. Keep the all-up weight within the 1800-2500g range and set the centre of gravity correctly for stable flight.
What is the centre of gravity for the X5 Pro?
Sources list the CG at approximately 310-320mm measured from the nose toward the tail. Always confirm against the current official manual and balance the aircraft with your actual payload installed before the first flight.
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