chinese company FIMI started selling its new drone manta, with vertical take-off and landing function and increased impact resistance. The drone can stay in the air for up to 85 minutes.

FIMI Manta It is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) quadcopter with a Y3 configuration and a wingspan of 700 millimeters. It is equipped with a modular design that makes the process of assembling or replacing parts faster and easier.

The case is made of innovative EPP (foamed polypropylene) material, which has increased impact resistance and thermal insulation. The wings are reinforced with integrated carbon rods that provide additional strength and resistance to damage.

The drone is powered by three batteries with a capacity of 5000 mAh and its take-off weight is 550 grams. The aerodynamic design enables up to 85 minutes of flight at speeds of up to 12 meters per second. This makes it an ideal choice for long missions.

FIMI Manta is produced in two configurations: PNP-FC and PNP. The multi-function compartment supports the installation of DJI Air Unit, Caddx Vista Air Unit, DJI O3 Air Unit and Fimi G21 Pro.

The price of FIMI Manta starts from $140 for the basic configuration, which does not include the flight controller (precise control of the entire drone), GPS module and speed controller. It is also a very light drone, weighing only half a kilo, thanks to its carbon body.

FIMI Manta can accelerate up to 43 km/h during flight, and all flight data will be available in the ArduPilot program if you buy a complete set with GPS module. You can use batteries of the following formats: 3S1p18650, 4S1p18650, 3S1p21700.

Manta has four GPS HD FPV serial ports, a CRSF protocol receiver, two IIC interfaces, and can be equipped with an electronic compass and an airspeed sensor (the last two options are purchased separately). FIMI Manta uses a tilt rotor design in the Y3 configuration, combining the stability advantages of a multicopter with the cruise efficiency of a fixed wing.

One of the main advantages of FIMI Manta is its modular design, which allows quick and easy replacement of damaged parts. This saves time and money on repairs and maintenance. It is also worth noting that the body made of foamed polypropylene makes FIMI Manta more resistant to impacts and thermal effects, allowing it to be used in various conditions. Source