Holybro S500 V2 Quadcopter PX4 Development Kit

Also available as a frame-only kit or an ARTF kit with motors, ESCs and propellers, allowing you to use your own flight controller and electronics.

The Holybro S500 V2 Development Kit is a lightweight quadcopter platform for learning, research and autonomous flight development. It includes a Pixhawk 6C flight controller, M10 GPS, telemetry radio, frame and propulsion components, with no soldering required for assembly. A flight battery and charger are required separately, along with an RC transmitter and compatible receiver for manual radio control.

The frame uses Polyamide-Nylon composite arms reinforced with carbon fibre rods, paired with 1.5mm top and bottom plates. Carbon fibre landing gear provides clearance beneath the frame for additional equipment, while strengthened plastic connectors improve durability compared with the previous version. An integrated power distribution board keeps wiring tidy, and the adjustable battery mount helps balance the aircraft when fitting different batteries or payloads.

Designed for straightforward assembly, the S500 V2 uses pre-threaded sleeves and a common bolt size throughout the frame, reducing the tools required. Mounting provision beneath the frame accommodates compatible camera mounts and gimbals, making it a useful starting point for aerial imaging, sensor integration and UAV development projects.

With the supplied components installed, the aircraft weighs approximately 915g before adding a battery or payload. Holybro quotes around 18 minutes of hovering with a 5000mAh battery and no additional payload; actual flight time will depend on the completed setup and operating conditions.

S500 V2 Development Kit – Pixhawk 6C(433/915MHz Telemetry Radio) Contents:

• Pixhawk 6C Flight Controller
• PM02 V3-12S Power Module
• M10 GPS
• SiK Telemetry Radio V3  433/915MHz
• S500 V2 Frame Kit
• Motors – Holybro 2216 KV920 Motor (4 pcs)
• ESCs – BLHeli S ESC 20A (4 pcs)
• 1045 Propellers (4 pcs)
• Weighs around 915g with everything installed

Battery Recommendation: 4S 3000-5000mAh 20C+ with XT60 Lipo Battery (Not Included)
Payload: 1500g (without Battery, 70% Throttle)
Flight time: ~18 minutes hover with no additional payload. Tested with a 5000mAh Battery

Please note: Supplied as a kit requiring assembly and flight-controller configuration. The power module’s 12S rating does not represent the supported battery voltage of the complete aircraft; use the recommended 4S battery.