Rotor Riot TANQ Build - Ultra-Durable FPV Drone! w/ Let's Fly RC

[@rakr9334]

Improvement Idea: During the milling of the aluminium cage you could add some markings on the cage for the cam angle. Markings from -10° to 60° - long marking for the 10ers, short marking for the 5ers

[@_bulldogfpv_]

That's a sweet idea. I wonder if I could laser them myself...🤔

[@TheAceTroubleshooter]

That would add quite a lot of time to the program. Instead, I would add some stickers with the angles printed on them ;)

[@grampafpv]

The addition of an exploded view of this frame would make assembly way easier than trying to comb through a video. Thanks

[@ChrisRiley3D-Everything]

Update! so i got this frame and love it. wish it had mounting holes in rear for normal VTX instead of DJI crap but i understand. i did put a 20x20 stack in it by using a adapter plate. i am flying it in 3D like ZOE FPV and using bi blades and i must say it is one of the best handling quads i have ever flown. i Don't think i will ever fly another frame but this one. it fits all my needs. Brother you did an amazing job with this one. Thank you very much. For anyone thinking about getting this frame , think no more and just get it. You will be a very happy camper!

[@elelnoel5196]

"More time Flying and less time repairing." - I'm sold.

[@ecoaventurasdelistmo]

this is the most sincere rotor riot video i have ever seen

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs Yand. That means a lot. :)

[@fxrc3086]

This frame looks amazing and is perfect for the new 03 air unit. Hopefully it comes back in stock soon. Thank you. Love ur work my friend 👍👍

[@propabilityfpv]

Its so irritating when there's no antenna protection, no room for a strap, and TPU-only arm protectors that grind off in 10 seconds. You addressed all of those things, awesome design dude 👍

[@TRexHeliPilot]

Thank for sharing the tune for this setup. Just built mine this weekend and it flys amazing!

[@FlyDreamEcuador]

Best looking RR drone right now!

[@Rhoskins77]

Just finished building mine yesterday and i LOVE it. My DIY kit was missing some of the 3d printed parts (ESC/FC spacers, foot protectors, and a few 3d parts that i believe were for a different VTX setup than what i ordered), but luckily i have a 3d printer and was able to re-create them on my own. i also made a custom mount for the DJI 03 VTX that holds the O3 VTX and the radiomaster ExpressLRS reciever that came wired to my flight controller, that i think works amazing. there is a VTX mount on thingiverse that you can print, but it doesnt let the air unit breathe at all, so i would think it would be much easier to overheat. Mine also has space for the SD card and USBC port to be easily accessed, which is something i have seen alot of people complain about with the O3 not having mounting holes, and having to tape over these areas. Im also working on a custom camera mount that will allow for a 20mm x 20mm piece of plexiglass to be inserted infront of the O3 camera. (i crashed and a piece of dirt/rock was kicked up into the camera leaving a small scratch, so hopefully the new mount will allow you to just swap a 50 cent piece of plexiglass instead of getting a new camera) Lets Fly RC: Id love to connect with you and share my 3d prints for your quad, i have a lot of ideas for this thing. im also a mechanical engineer so i can contribute effectively to design challenges/mods. Thanks for making this frame man, i absolutely love it.

[@flyineyeaerialfpv5592]

You and Drew are the shit. Love your laid back personality and easy explanations. I will be investing in your frame for bando bashing. You didn't steer me wrong when you said the skyeliner was a tank. Im betting this frame is even more rigid than the skyeliner. I like the arm ends and how ridiculously thicc those arms are hahaha...I wish this project well man. Hope you move lots of units. Thanks for being genuine. Be easy bruh

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs Flyin Eye. Yessssssss thiccccccc. 😂

[@StacemanFPV]

Lots of good build tips for any frame/setup in here. Well done!

[@barry_dalive]

I’m going with an entirely different configuration, but this was incredibly helpful getting orientated for my first build. Thank you so much!

[@paulgeorge2099]

Love the color combo and the 8mm arms!!! Great minds think alike. That is definitely gonna be my next frame. I don't care about weight because i never fly with a go pro. I fly for me and me only. I got ride along goggles if someone actually goes with me.

[@garylawrence4youtub]

SHAWN YOU ARE AN EINSTEIN.... YOU THINK OF EVERYTHING... CAN'T WAIT TO GET YOUR TANQ!!!!

[@LochnessFPV]

Just Amazing! It would be nice to see this available to buy in AU. Imagine a Micro 3" TanQ what could do!

[@andreastornesel8404]

After 6 months, still in love. My geprc mk5 is also a gem, but the lowe weight that supose to make it fly better..I think they feel the same. So the Tanq is what gets flown❤

[@dan71559]

What do you think about this frame for 8s?

[@andreastornesel8404]

@@dan71559 it would be a monster

[@AxxieFPV]

Mine is out for delivery by USPS now! Can't wait to start my build!

[@isaacberry2808]

Man, I thought the CL-1 was a tank! This thing is thick!!

[@codecae2]

Shawn! Bravo on some of these very thoughtful design considerations! Maybe one day I'll be able to get back into the field again and fly one. Miss flying with folks in Orlando. Been too long....

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs Curtis. Yeah. Definitely miss hanging with the old crew

[@rickm1283]

Great video Shawn!

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs Rick

[@george8966]

Sean, do this again but move the arms towards the front of the quad instead of down to reduce the width of the quad. You could use servos on the arms. Would be pretty cool.

[@DanielLeeDrones]

Awesome build vid. I learned a lot about building in general (glad to know I am not crazy for liking 1000uf caps on my builds and especially how you just drove through the betaflight setup so quickly without seeming rushed. Great content.

[@SprayerFPV]

Man that’s one pretty quad

[@BODALLY]

Well I just got mine and built it soon has it arrived to the uk :) its awesome build quality and went together really nice . I fly bando only lets see how it holds up it should be fine be the looks of it . Only thing I changed was stack screws to 22mm to space my flight controller away from the esc a bit more so the esc cable doesn't rub :) .

[@martinkorinek5489]

My Tanq frame arrived today, already assembling it. I went for O3 and bought O3 conversion kit but to be honest I am missing some closer info how it suppose to be mounted - especially the smallest two parts in the conversion package, what are they? Are they complementary stands for the antenna mount, it has the same cut angle...byt why not to have it as one piece? BTW why DSHOT300 and not DSHOT600? And lastly I did not buy those TPU motor spacers, since I did not find them on RR website!...I guess my best option now is to grind 1mm off of each of those 16! screws...Why do you not sell the spacers?? Thanks.

[@OpaFPV]

Great build video Shawn! Love the TANQ!

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs David. :)

[@akitaishi]

How heavy is the AUW ? The whole quad looks beefy !

[@michaelwhouse46]

"hugging" as in hugging those branches 😉

[@virrebooi93]

A 1000 F capacitor is probably larger than the drone itself :p

[@peteschannel508]

Very cool, wish I knew my way around the electronics like you do.

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs, Pete. It comes with time. :) Watch a ton of build videos and you will catch on.

[@peteschannel508]

@@LetsFlyRC will do!!

[@DavidTechEs]

Will the custom cable for the T-Motor FC to Walksnail work with the O3? I have that FC and the O3 and I'm wondering if I could use that cable, thanks

[@South-Texas-Drones_5801]

Just ordered mine yesterday I can’t wait 😜

[@Flumphinator]

Mine just came in the mail! I have no idea what I’m doing. Edit: is there like a diagram or anything? Double edit: it slips together real easy once you figure it out. Cool design.

[@robertyoung534]

My 5 inch frame has white and I'm changing it to purple and green thanks I wanted to see what it looks like when it's together 👍

[@ericwilson8081]

Just ordered mine Saturday was wondering I am new this will be my first real drone… could I use a 3s if I find the 6s to be to fast for me? Thanks in advance

[@genesisfpv]

Great build! Definitely made me re-think my next one 😁👌

[@rubinhodrone9204]

Passando pra prestigiar aquele super Like Tmj

[@Zoey_the_Rat]

Autonomous buzzer is a must, I'd say

[@El_Dimih]

Excellent ! I love that!

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs Philippe

[@FlyZoneFpv]

Awesome frame Brah! 🤘🏻👊🏻💪🏻

[@LetsFlyRC]

ThanQs Flyzone

[@jiatan_fpv]

@Lets Fly RC Heat shrink your capacitor leads, they're near the frame and could make contact in a crash..

[@LetsFlyRC]

Great tip. I have not needed it, yet, because the capacitor is zip tied in place. But, I should have mentioned that in the video for others.

[@NHO-RC]

What about the new O3 air unit?

[@Cooperjan75]

Yea would like to know too

[@ShawnG_FPV]

WOW super awesome and informative build, cant wait to build mine!

[@creationlabsinc.189]

03 compatible? About to switch everything over on frames that can adapt well. Camera mount is my only concern

[@martinkorinek5489]

I have exactly the same question... :)

[@LetsFlyRC]

Yes, it does fit the O3 system without issue. It will show the frame a bit on the sides unless you print a custom 3d print that pushes the camera forward more, but, that unfortunately takes away a lot of camera protection. I am working on a solution.

[@greaterbostoncriminaldefense]

@@LetsFlyRC Just built this with the 03....It fits, but the camera is extremely tight in the mounts. Wasn't sure if any solution may provide for a little more room between the mounts. Feels like they could be shaved down a hair.

[@LetsFlyRC]

@@greaterbostoncriminaldefense yes. It is very tight - it was optimized for 19mm wide cam - dji is 20mm. I have a new mount for the o3 on my thingiverse page that u can print that keeps the frame out of view. Or my buddy, Julian over at noozle3d can print one for you. It will be added to the rr store as soon as they finish being printed.

[@greaterbostoncriminaldefense]

@@LetsFlyRC Just got and installed the O3 mount from Noozle3D. It fits and works perfectly. Took the cage completely out of view. At first I wasn't sure how to install, as it didn't have screw holes, but the way you have set this up works even better. Just took me a minute to figure it out. Works great!! Thank you.

[@AedeneDuGuay]

Just bought this from the RTF kit. Do the PIDs have your tuning out of the box?

[@dan71559]

What do you think about this frame for 8s?

[@bobsastrophotography7812]

Any way to buy a kit that has everything included rather than buying all the parts separately? Let me know. See I custom build computers but now y’all are getting me interested in building drones. Let me know if costs. Thanks & Happy Flying….

[@klutchedout]

I have a DJI fpv but trying to get into real fpv please let me know where you list your quads if you decide to I’ve had a bunch of DJI drones but just got this fpv and I’m in love with the goggle life

[@emugash]

Is this a 4S or 6S drone? or is it compatible with both?

[@LetsFlyRC]

Both. Motors make the most difference for battery voltage

[@willpowerfpv3246]

Really cool frame, Shawn! I know you're not particularly worried about weight, and I remember you talking about saving weight in other areas than the frame in your other video, but just curious what is the auw of your completed DJI rig? And what size lipo do you fly with? Sorry if you mentioned it in the video, I'm at work in the bush, and I can't stream the entire thing right now.. Cheers! ✌️

[@LetsFlyRC]

I didn’t weigh the fully built dji build, but, my walksnail build auw is 744g

[@willpowerfpv3246]

@@LetsFlyRC Sweet, I appreciate the reply. That's not unreasonable. Congrats on the new frame...personally, I think it's the best in the Rotor Riot lineup now. 👏👏👏

[@chrisadorno424]

I just bought your 3D prints for 03 camera mount. Any install instructions? Seems to be all friction fit.

[@afterburnerrc6333]

Great build video! Could I get away with using a 50A ESC on this build? The Rotor Riot site states 55A but it seems 50A would be OK?

[@danielson101]

Nice Job!

[@LilwickedFpv]

Keep up the great work

[@LetsFlyRC]

thanQs Lil Wicked

[@elrollmay]

I just bought this drone and I would like to add gps where should I solder it ?

[@quadsquadfpv2476]

Hey Shawn, awesome frame man! Do you guys make a GoPro mount for this frame?

[@BODALLY]

hi pal is there a reason you use dshot300 and 3.2 pid loop?

[@ginupe32]

Is this the exact quality of product that one receives when ordering a pre-built and tuned Tanq?

[@hirusthehellhound]

Is it this one that bardwell throttled into the ground to mesure g force

[@Duutse1]

Wow, are you seariously using super capacitors? A 1000 farad one? Where do you even get ones so small and able to take 6s voltage? I thought normal electrolytic and ceramic ones are better for voltage smoothing..

[@LetsFlyRC]

SuuuuuuupernDuuuuuuper Caps, actually. I formulate them myself in my mad scientist lab. 😂

[@South-Texas-Drones_5801]

I have a sky liner mk3 but I definitely want this one as well, is there a good 2 blade prop? seems like the ethix pb&j props are too long.

[@hyunglau]

I love my Tanq. I want to change it to walksnail,but im not inclined enough to do it on my own. I bought the analog version before I entered the walksnail world

[@dan71559]

What do you think about this frame for 8s?

[@taichoubob5735]

What was your decision to go for the Walksnail System over the DJI system? I'm really curious about your reasoning since i'm torn between the 2 :).

[@LetsFlyRC]

Nobody believes me, and everyone says I am a shill, but, I honestly have better range and penetration with WalkSnail in every environment. As long as you use the correct antennas on both goggles and drone, the WalkSnail system goes the distance. I also love the goggles. I stick with it because it performs the best for me. I have all systems, Dji, hdzero, walksnail, analog, dji O3 and I go back and forth, but, lately, I keep going back to WalkSnail.

[@ShawnG_FPV]

@@LetsFlyRC Speaking of antenna where we're you able to pick up those OCP antenna, thanks ShawnG

[@ShiftingPerspective-Outdoors]

What about the new O3O??

[@LetsFlyRC]

Unfortunately, I didn’t have one when this build was recorded. It will fit, though. No problem

[@lordsinistra1473]

How do you install the DJI 03 Air unite into the tanq

[@martinjensen2362]

which frame can you use the dji 03 on?

[@jamesshields5958]

Hi! Which .stl file are those antenna mounts? I can't find them on Thingiverse. Thanks!

[@xwings]

Dear Editor Guy! The said soldering iron temperatures was in Celsius, when Let's Fly RC said :P

[@LetsFlyRC]

Yeah. That was my fault. Sorry

[@dericklong6191]

I just 3D printed a drone last night 9 hour but it turned out bad 👎 all though the file I bought off cults 3d looked good it's just horrible. Do you know how I can get a good 3d printable frame file?

[@alexwalter2476]

Can we get a tank 3.5?

[@fpvgiggles]

Is this like a re-release of this video? Haven't we seen this frame already?

[@LetsFlyRC]

I made the “talking head video” on my channel. Glad you got to see both. :) this is the build video to help people succeed in building it the way I do.

[@paleogeology9554]

Why not design a simple antenna and wire case for the receiver so you can mount it safely and securely on the bottom of the drone vs under the electronics so you get a better transmission signal.

[@omarm7936]

Building a similar drone with the same frame. This is also my first build and I am having difficulty finding cameras that will fit this frame. Does anyone have a few options? Also if there is any printable parts for installing a Foxeer razer mini 1200TVL?

[@Black-ice_fpv]

I NEED A TANK FRAME SO BAD....IWILL NOT REST UNTILL......BEST FRAME EVER!!!!!

[@jamesmason7124]

I thought that you were supposed to have the props turn away from your fpv camera, so you bounced off of things and don't spray grass and rocks into your camera

[@rolliseventeen]

these theoretical antenna protections are really funny. "never hit the ground" ? seems you never flew hard or crashed in your long live. hahahaha.

[@TorontoFPV]

Nice when's the flight video?

[@LetsFlyRC]

It is on my channel. :)

[@Createdbydub]

Please release the dead cat arms. I’m waiting to make the purchase for my o3

[@LetsFlyRC]

Unfortunately, it will be a few weeks. 😢

[@Createdbydub]

@@LetsFlyRC ok cool thx. I’m definitely grabbing one

[@DinGuSco]

What is your AUW?

[@LetsFlyRC]

My auw with all my crazy tpu and heavy hero11mini and 1300 6S battery is 838, but, you could build it without all the bulk and no action cam and get auw of 584

[@fluoxethine]

GoPro's rear screen will break if hit from the front. LiPo's edge will crush it.

[@LetsFlyRC]

Not with my mount. (I mean, it will eventually) I have been redesigning GoPro mounts for years trying to protect as much as possible. This mount has done the best job so far at keeping them from breaking.

[@arefinahsannihad5308]

What is the name of frame??

[@TheRaccoonFPV]

I wonder

[@patrickyouells455]

where do you get the led lights from? anyone have a link?

[@patrickyouells455]

does this frame support the O3 Air Unit?

[@LetsFlyRC]

Yes

[@MizanChen]

The pink chrome homepage😅

[@bigbino9663]

Was on the fence about it then Rotor Riot hit me with the $60 off and yea just got it.

[@Parkwad]

Is this compatible with the DJI Googles V2?

[@LetsFlyRC]

Yes with the vista, and it is also compatible with the O3 air unit and the Goggles2

[@caseyfpv]

🔥🔥🔥

[@POLARISFPV]

The arm thickness war is getting kinda ridiculous! 8mm geez!

[@SlamDunc_FPV]

When will the 3D parts be available?

[@LetsFlyRC]

They are all on thingyverse on my page, and they are being added to the RR store a little at a time as they print them and add the listings.

[@SlamDunc_FPV]

@@LetsFlyRC awesome!! Thanks for the update!

[@fluoxethine]

Why not GoPro 11 Mini?

[@LetsFlyRC]

I didn’t have it yet when I filmed this. If you look up my video on my channel, I have the 11mini in that video.

[@IpokeSmot420]

As much as I want to like this frame, I cannot. It will not fit the 1w hdzero vtx unless I run individual esc's or a 20x20 fc in the rear. It would've been my daily if it was a dual 30x30 mount. As you said, why skimp on the lightest part of the build? Add a little more in the rear for that hdzero 1w, and you will open yourself up to a lot more pilots. That's because there are not many frames of this caliber that can fit the 1w vtx.

[@rampletero13]

Wonder what's gonna happen with RR now that Rcat is selling them

[@LetsFlyRC]

Hopefully, it means RR will have more money invested to allow us to to more cool stuff. :)

[@ntorres1966]

Better to have a washer on the bolt to the camera to spread out the pressure. Just saying dude.

[@LetsFlyRC]

You mean the fpv camera? Never needed a washer in 3 years of flying this same soft mounted camera design in the skyeliner. It never even moved, slipped, wore out, or lost its angle.

[@harryharding1346]

I prefer to not hit things lol

[@Oxidon]

Underrated comment 🙏

[@LetsFlyRC]

I think we all do prefer not to hit things, Harry. 😂. But, if you truly want to improve your flying, then you have to push harder, and I think it is unavoidable. :)

[@davidanderson6222]

Yes, crash will happen. I just hate these heavy ass tank frames. Lol

[@LetsFlyRC]

@@davidanderson6222 it’s not that heavy. But, to each their own ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

[@snippzi]

I do too. But I still hit things lol

[@LehtusBphree2flyFPV]

This is what the hulk flys

[@bradgibson1976]

Shawn can you create a violet colour chin spoiler thingy please and send to Julian. In petg if possible please 🙏

[@bbblllaaaj]

Is your shirt available is the RR store? Lol jw.

[@LetsFlyRC]

I need one of those, don’t I? 😂

[@bbblllaaaj]

@@LetsFlyRC i definitely need one 😅

[@DivisionRc]

o3?

[@Vittalb461]

just make an 8s cinewoop at this point (jk) this was crazy