Holybro X650 Development Drone Kit – Pixhawk 6C/6X, Carbon Frame, M10 GPS, SiK Telemetry,DIY Drone for UAV Research

Overview

The Holybro X650 Development Kit is a professional-grade, carbon fiber quadcopter platform built for UAV developers, researchers, and educators. Designed for rapid deployment, it features the latest Pixhawk 6C or 6X flight controller, M10 GPS, SiK Telemetry Radio, and plug-and-play wiring with minimal assembly and no soldering required.

Its carbon fiber X650 V2 frame, reinforced with foldable aluminum arm connectors, delivers high durability and portability. The drone supports up to 4.3kg payload, with a max takeoff weight of 6.3kg, making it ideal for carrying sensors, companion computers, and gimbals. Pre-installed motors, ESCs, and LEDs on each arm simplify integration, while a spacious platform and optional depth camera mount provide versatile expansion capabilities.

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Key Features

• Flight Controller: Pixhawk 6C or Pixhawk 6X with PX4 (Ardupilot compatible)

• GPS: M10 high-precision GNSS module

• Telemetry: SiK V3 (433/915 MHz)

• Frame: Carbon fiber body with 650mm wheelbase, foldable arms, and strengthened landing gear

• Assembly: Minimal setup with pre-installed motors, ESCs, LEDs, and XT30 power plugs

• Payload Support: Up to 4.3kg, with rail and plate mounts for cameras, batteries, and accessories

• PDB: Power Distribution Board with XT60 for battery, XT30 for ESCs & peripherals

• Camera Mount: Optional Intel RealSense / Structure Core mount

• Companion Computer Support: Mounting holes for Jetson Nano, Raspberry Pi, etc.

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Technical Specifications

X650 Frame Kit

Electronics

Flight Controller Options

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Performance and Payload

Recommended Battery: 6S 5000-12000mAh LiPo with XT60 plug (not included)

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What’s Included

• Holybro X650 V2 Carbon Frame Kit

• Pixhawk 6C (with PM02 V3) or Pixhawk 6X (with PM02D)

• M10 GPS Module

• SiK Telemetry Radio V3

• 4x Tmotor MN4014 330KV Motors

• 4x Tekko32 F4 45A ESCs

• 4x Gemfan 1555 Carbon Propellers

• 4x NeoPixel WS2812 LED Strips

• Power Distribution Board (XT60 input, XT30 outputs)

• Battery straps and installation tools

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Optional Accessories (Sold Separately)

• RadioMaster TX16S Transmitter

• RadioMaster R81 Receiver

• Intel RealSense/Structure Core Depth Camera Mount

The Holybro X650 Development Drone Kit is ideal for UAV developers seeking a robust, modular, and easy-to-assemble quadcopter platform. With support for heavy payloads, GPS/telemetry integration, and top-tier components like Pixhawk 6X and T-Motor motors, it empowers rapid prototyping, research, and advanced flight control testing — all with no soldering required.

 

Details

Holybro X650 Development Kit: Carbon fiber frame, foldable arms, minimal assembly, 3.5kg payload.

Holybro X650 Development Drone includes Pixhawk 6X/6C, M10 GPS, and Sik Telemetry Radio for high-performance UAV applications.

Holybro X650 Development Drone: Designed for simplicity, minimal assembly time, no soldering required.

Foldable Arm: Carbon fiber frame, foldable aluminum arm connector.

Holybro X650 Development Drone offers spacious platform for easy accessory integration.

Minimal assembly time with pre-installed motors, ESCs, and LED.

Power Distribution Board (PDB) for Holybro X650 Development Drone. Simple XT30 for motors, XT60 for batteries.

 

 

Almost Ready-to-Fly (ARF) Kit Feature:

• Carbon Fiber frame with foldable aluminum arm connector
• New frame design with minimal assembly time, no soldering required
• Easy & straightforward installation
• Spacious platform for easy integration of additional accessories & battery
• Pre-installed motors, ESCs, and LED with simple XT30 power plugs for PDB
• Power distribution board (PDB) with XT60 & XT30 plugs 
• Optional depth camera mount for Intel RealSense depth camera
• Mounting holes ready for Pixhawk Jetson baseboard

X650 ARF Kit Includes:

• X650 V2 Frame Kit 
• Preinstalled Items:
  • 4 Motors - Tmotor MN4014 KV330 Motor with XT30 Plug 
  • 4 ESCs - Tekko32 F4 45A ESC with XT30 Plugs
  • 4 LED - NeoPixel WS2812 LED (Setup Instruction)
    
• Gemfan 1555 Carbon Fiber Propellers (4 pcs)
• Power Distribution Board (XT60 plug for battery & XT30 plug for ESCs & peripherals)

X650 Frame Kit Includes:

• X650 V2 Frame Only

Frame Details:

• Wheelbase: 650mm
• Motor mount
  • Mount pattern: 16-25mm
• Body - Full Carbon Fiber Top & Bottom plate (160 x 160mm, 2mm thick)
• Arm - High strength & ultra-lightweight 20mm carbon fiber tubes with newly designed aluminum foldable arm mount
• Landing gear - 16mm & 10mm diameter carbon fiber tubes with strengthened & improved plastic tee connectors.
• Upper & Battery Plate - 120mm x 128mm carbon fiber plate for various payload, accessories, or battery.
• Platform board - With mounting holes for GPS & popular companion computer such as the Raspberry Pi 4 & Jetson Nano
• Dual 10mm Ø rod x 320 mm long rail mounting system
• Two battery pads & Straps
• Hand tools for installation

Dimension

Holybro X650 Development Drone: 326mm width, 650mm diagonal, 220mm height, with structural details.

 

Reference Link

• 3D CAD File
• X650 Assembly Guide
• Motor specification
• NeoPixel WS2812 LED Setup Instruction

Installation and Flight Video