{"product_id":"beginner-diy-fpv-drone-kit-qav-s-2-joshua-bardwell-se-5-inch-hd-ready","title":"Beginner DIY FPV Drone Kit – QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5 inch – HD Ready","description":"\u003c!-- SOP:v1.6 | 2026-08-18 | executor:Sidekick --\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eQAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5\" HD Ready DIY Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e is a curated beginner-to-intermediate FPV drone build kit developed in collaboration between Lumenier, Xilo, and FPV educator Joshua Bardwell. Every component is pre-selected for compatibility and performance — you get the frame, motors, flight stack, and propellers in one box, plus access to Joshua Bardwell’s full step-by-step build guide series covering assembly, Betaflight setup, radio binding, tuning, and first flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the \u003cstrong\u003eHD Ready\u003c\/strong\u003e version — no FPV video system is included, so you can add your own \u003cstrong\u003eDJI O3\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eWalksnail\u003c\/strong\u003e, or analog system. The QAV-S 2 frame supports all three mounting configurations out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eQAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE Frame\u003c\/strong\u003e — Upgraded 5\" carbon fiber freestyle frame with X-Lock lateral arm locking system (two-axis clamping, mechanically isolated from the stack), aluminum FPV camera plates, and rear 25.5mm M1.6 mount holes for DJI O3 \/ Walksnail direct mounting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eXilo Stax V2 F4 + 45A Stack\u003c\/strong\u003e — F4 flight controller with latest Betaflight firmware compatibility, paired with a 45A BLHeli_32 ESC (3–6S) with current sensor and telemetry. Proven stack combination for freestyle and 6S builds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eXilo Stealth 2207 1800KV 6S Motors\u003c\/strong\u003e — Four high-performance brushless motors optimized for 6S power systems and 5-inch propellers. Smooth, powerful, and reliable for freestyle and cinematic flying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eJB Gemfan Hurricane 51477 Propellers\u003c\/strong\u003e — Three sets of Joshua Bardwell’s signature 5.1\" propellers, tuned for the Stealth 2207 motor and 6S power system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eHD Ready — Choose Your Own FPV System\u003c\/strong\u003e — Compatible with DJI O3 (rear-mount), DJI Vista \/ Walksnail (rear-mount), and HDZero (center-mount). FPV system sold separately — add the system you already own or prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eFull Build Guide by Joshua Bardwell\u003c\/strong\u003e — Step-by-step video series covering the complete build: soldering, Betaflight configuration, radio binding, tuning, and first flight. Suitable for first-time builders.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e✅ \u003cstrong\u003eX-Lock Arm Mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e — All-aluminum arm locking system with two-axis clamping, mechanically isolated from the main plates and FC stack. Arms fold with a single screw for easy transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #1a2b3c; color: #ffffff; display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; border-radius: 6px 6px 0 0; font-size: 14px; font-weight: 600;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eComponent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #ffffff; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eFrame\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eLumenier QAV-S 2 JB SE 5\" (X-Lock, aluminum cam plates)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #f5f8fc; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eProp Clearance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eUp to 5.1\"\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #ffffff; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eMotors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eXilo Stealth 2207 1800KV 6S ×4\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #f5f8fc; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003ePropellers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eJB Gemfan Hurricane 51477 ×3 sets\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #ffffff; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eFlight Controller\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eXilo Stax V2 F4 (Betaflight)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #f5f8fc; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eESC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eXilo Stax V2 45A BLHeli_32 (3–6S, current sensor)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #ffffff; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eFPV System\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eNot included (HD Ready — choose your own)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #f5f8fc; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eRecommended Battery\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003e6S LiPo\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"display: flex; align-items: center; padding: 10px 14px; background: #ffffff; border-bottom: 1px solid #e8e8e8; font-size: 14px; border-radius: 0 0 6px 6px;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1;\"\u003eHD System Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"flex: 1; text-align: right;\"\u003eDJI O3 \/ Walksnail (rear) \/ HDZero (center)\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"color: #666666; font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eSpecifications sourced from Lumenier and Xilo official documentation.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePackage Includes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× Lumenier QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5\" Frame Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4× Xilo Stealth 2207 1800KV 6S Motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× Xilo Stax V2 F4 Flight Controller\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× Xilo Stax V2 45A ESC (BLHeli_32, 3–6S)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3× JB Gemfan Hurricane 51477 Propeller set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× Connecting Wires Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× 3D Printed Parts Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× Hardware Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1× Frequency \u0026amp; Voltage Chart Sticker Sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"background-color: #fff8e0; padding: 12px 14px; border-left: 4px solid #FFBF00; border-radius: 4px; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin: 0;\"\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e FPV video system (camera + VTX or digital air unit), radio receiver, radio transmitter, FPV goggles, 6S LiPo batteries, and battery charger are \u003cstrong\u003enot included\u003c\/strong\u003e and must be purchased separately. A radio receiver compatible with your transmitter must be soldered to the FC before first flight. Basic soldering skills are required for assembly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin: 15px 0;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4013\/1357\/files\/QAV-S2_Bardwell_Infographic_HD_Ready.jpg?v=1787064852\" alt=\"QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE 5 inch HD Ready FPV DIY drone kit component overview | SoarSky\" style=\"max-width: 500px; width: 100%; border-radius: 8px;\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; color: #666666; font-size: 13px; margin-top: -10px;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eQAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE HD Ready kit — frame, motors, Xilo Stax V2 stack, and Gemfan 51477 propellers\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRelated Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soarskyrc.com\/collections\/dolphin-rc\" title=\"DolphinRC Products at SoarSky\"\u003eDolphinRC Products at SoarSky \u003c\/a\u003e— Complete FPV drone kits and builds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soarskyrc.com\/collections\/fpv-frame\" title=\"FPV Drone Frame\"\u003eFPV Drone Frame\u003c\/a\u003e — Motors, ESCs, flight controllers, and accessories for your build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/soarskyrc.com\/collections\/fpv-flight-controller\" title=\"Soarsky RC FPV Drone Flight Controller\"\u003eFPV Flight Controllers\u003c\/a\u003e — All FC stacks and standalone controllers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center; margin-top: 24px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReady to build your first 5-inch freestyle FPV drone?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAdd the QAV-S 2 Joshua Bardwell SE HD Ready Kit to your cart and start building today.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SoarSky","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48798123753757,"sku":"SS-202503SID347","price":339.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0742\/4013\/1357\/files\/lumenier-qav-s-2-joshua-bardwell-se-5_-frame-kit-in-box_1_1.png?v=1720796106","url":"https:\/\/soarskyrc.com\/en-de\/products\/beginner-diy-fpv-drone-kit-qav-s-2-joshua-bardwell-se-5-inch-hd-ready","provider":"SoarSky","version":"1.0","type":"link"}