• DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 FPV drone frame assembled, carbon fiber with orange TPU front mount
  • DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 FPV frame top view showing True-X arm layout and top plate
  • Front view of carbon fiber frame showing orange TPU nose mount and stack standoffs
  • Side profile of frame showing orange side panels, standoffs, and extended carbon fiber arms
  • Frame on digital scale showing 147.7 g weight, top-down view with arms installed
  • Top view of assembled frame with carbon fiber arms and orange front and rear TPU blocks
  • Graphic labeled "ApeStyle D5 Frame Lite" showing the assembled frame on white background
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DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 FPV Drone Frame (DC) 220mm, 5mm Arms, 30.5mm FC Mount, 20x20/25.5 VTX

DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 FPV Drone Frame (DC) 220mm, 5mm Arms, 30.5mm FC Mount, 20x20/25.5 VTX

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Overview

DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 is an FPV drone frame designed for adaptable builds, including multiple configuration options within the ApeStyle series. The D5 frame uses a DC frame structure and a single quick-release boom arm design, with a 220mm wheelbase and dedicated mounting patterns for common flight controller and video transmitter stacks.

Key Features

  • DC frame structure (ApeStyle D5 Frame)
  • Thickened mortise-and-tenon arms for reduced play and improved crash resistance
  • Single quick-release boom arm structure
  • Extended top plate design intended to fit higher-capacity batteries
  • Front TPU base (Standard TPU Bases: Front TPU)
  • Design provisions highlighted in the ApeStyle series materials: front-mounted GPS (Standard Version & Above), LED + dual buzzers (Standard Version & Above), full-cover motor guards (Premium Version Only), and sintered nylon side plates (Premium Version Only)
  • Dual XT60 wiring concept shown with front/rear routing (“Reserve dual XT60 plugs”)

For build support or to confirm configuration details before ordering, contact https://rcdrone.top/ or email support@rcdrone.top.

Specifications

Model ApeStyle D5 Frame
Frame Structure DC
Arm Structure Single quick-release boom
Wheelbase 220mm
Weight 145.3±5g
Arm Plate Thickness 5mm
Mid Plate Thickness 2mm
Bottom Plate Thickness 2.5mm
Camera Plate Thickness 2mm
FC Mounting Holes 30.5mmX30.5mm
VTX Mounting Holes 20x20mm/25.5x25.5mm
Motor Mounting Holes 16x16mm
Stack Installation Space 25mm
VTXInstallation Space 25mm
Camera Spacing 20mm
Standard TPU Bases Front TPU
Recommended Motor DarwinFPV 2207 - 2507
Recommended Battery 6S-1500mAh XT60
Recommended ESC Above 50A
Recommended Propeller Gemfan 51499-3
Recommended takeoff weight Under 500-800g

What's Included

  • Bottom plate
  • Medium plate
  • Ceiling
  • Side panel
  • Boom
  • GPS printout
  • Antenna base 3D printed part
  • 125X70mm transparent sticker
  • 2x100mm Nylon Cable Tie
  • M3*5 (2 pcs)
  • M3*6 (6 pcs)
  • M3*10 (10 pcs)
  • M3 nut (2 pcs)
  • M2*6 (2 pcs)

Applications

  • FPV freestyle builds
  • Aerial cinematography builds
  • Long-range exploration builds

Details

DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 FPV drone frame build overview, ApeStyle series quad with orange canopy and 5-inch props

ApeStyle D5 is built around a compact 220mm platform for adaptable freestyle and exploration builds.

ApeStyle series frame configuration chart comparing XH structure vs DC structure layout for FPV builds

Choose the DC layout for this frame style, designed to keep stacks and wiring options flexible.

Exploded view of thickened mortise-and-tenon carbon fiber arms with hardware for crash-resistant FPV frame build

Thickened mortise-and-tenon arm joints help reduce play at the arm base for better durability after crashes.

FPV quad in flight with front-mounted GPS callout, highlighting optional GPS placement on the ApeStyle platform

Front-mount GPS provisions support cleaner antenna placement for pilots who want return-to-home capability.

Night flying concept with LED tail light and dual buzzer location callout for easier FPV drone recovery

LED tail light and dual buzzer provisions make it easier to locate the quad after a low-battery landing.

Close-up of full-cover motor guard surrounding FPV motor and prop, premium protection detail

Premium-version full-cover motor guards add an extra layer of protection around the motor bell and prop area.

Close-up of sintered nylon side plates on DarwinFPV frame, protective side panel detail around electronics

Premium sintered nylon side plates add impact-resistant protection and a cleaner finished look around the stack.

Extended top plate concept with large 6S battery mounted on FPV frame, highlighting space for higher-capacity packs

The extended top plate is intended to accommodate higher-capacity LiPo packs for longer flights.

Top view of frame with dual XT60 connector routing options, front and rear power lead positions highlighted

Dual XT60 routing options help keep power leads tidy whether you prefer front or rear battery wiring.

Packing list for DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 frame kit including plates, boom arms, TPU parts, screws, and cable ties

Box contents include carbon plates, boom arms, TPU parts, and mounting hardware to start your build.

DarwinFPV ApeStyle D5 frame specifications table listing 220mm wheelbase, 5mm arms, and FC/VTX mounting patterns

Key specs at a glance: 220mm wheelbase, 5mm arms, 30.5×30.5 FC mount, and 20×20/25.5×25.5 VTX mounts.

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