Propel Star Wars Quadrocopter Tie Fighter Test

The Propel Star Wars Quadrocopter (Tie Fighter) is a popular flying drone with versatile characteristics. It can generate speeds of up to 56 kilometres per hour, is very robust and has a high design.

What we think of the model and what you can expect from it, you will find out in this report.

Technical data of the drones

The special thing about the Propel Star Wars combat drones is that you can start a virtual combat game with other Propel quadrocopters of similar type, using infrared as laser beams.

If you are hit three times in a row, the drone lands fully automatically and you lose. This function is extremely unique and also extraordinary.

The drone can be connected to a smartphone and you can start a real physics flight simulator, acquire new skills and gain a lot of experience to improve your skills.

Design and weight

The weight is only 122 grams, you should therefore note that the drone is definitely a bit windy and it is more suitable for indoor use.

Appearance and design are faithfully reproduced in detail from the Tie Fighter from Starwars. The model is hand painted like all the others and the quality is really very good. This is not a cheap Chinese product!

Camera, memory and FPV live image transmission

Unfortunately this drone has no camera and therefore no FPV system. However, it is rumored that a cam with FPV will be integrated into the Propel models at some point. These rumors were spread on the Internet, whether they are true, we can not yet confirm.

Battery and flight time

In the scope of supply there are 2 batteries, the normal flight battery and the spare battery. One battery charge keeps the drone in the air for 6 to 8 minutes, after that you have to charge it for about 30 to 40 minutes.

How to fly the drone?

The flight characteristics are quite special and unique. The model flies authentically through the air and looks exactly like the Tie Fighter from the Star Wars movie.

In addition, there are also noises and voices that come from the remote control.

You can choose from several speed levels and thus slowly approach faster flight maneuvers. We recommend that you start with the lowest speed level and then slowly increase your speed.

The model also works with counter-rotating rotors, making the flight even more stable.

Assets and drawbacks

Advantages:

• Super detailed Star-Wars drone in tie fighter style
• New propulsion system with counter-rotating propellers for better flight stability and higher speeds
• The maximum speed is 56 kilometres per hour
• Hand painted model with unique numbering
• You can start fights against other Propel Quadrocopters
• 3D stunts, air rolls and other spectacular & demanding stunts possible
• The system has several speed levels to slowly approach fast flying with the small model

Cons:

• Manual is in english
• Unfortunately the Tie Fighter drone does not have a FPV camera

Conclusion

We have never seen a fun- or gadget-quadrocopter that has such a high quality workmanship and such exciting functions as the one from Propel.

Of course you need some experience with the aircraft to get the most out of the fun factor, but that’s what the flight simulator is for.

We can definitely recommend the Tie Fighter to you. Here on Amazon you can find cheap offers for this and other models from Propel!