Redcat Carbon 210 RTF FPV Racing Drone Flight Test Review



This racer quadcopter is perfect for those who don’t see the need to become a programmer just to fly a quadcopter. No need for tuning/updating in Cleanflight/Betaflight, as it’s ready to fly out of the box with no modifications or tuning needed. Find it here http://www.redcatracing.com/CARBON-210-RACE-DRONE

Pros
– A fantastic flier out of the box. No tuning needed. However you can do such if you wish with Cleanflight (v1.2.3). You can also do such in the field or at home with its on screen display menus. To access the menus, with the quadcopter disarmed on the ground, move the throttle midway up and full right, and simultaneously move the pitch stick full up.
– All modes of flight (angle, horizon, and acro) nicely tuned by the factory.
– Tons of punch (acceleration). Also very maneuverable and fast.
– 2204 KV2500 motors
– 30A ESC’s protected with covers (protects from shorting in wet grass).
– 600 TVL camera with 25/200mW FPV transmitter
– SPR F3 flight control board preloaded with proprietary version of Cleanflight.
– Simplified controller with only buttons and switches needed to fly.
– Includes a nice custom carrying case with keyed locks.
– Also includes lots of decals for customizing its looks.

Cons
– Upgrading to newer versions of Cleanflight or Betaflight can be problematic for some. There is a possibility of bricking if done inproperly. As such, it’s recommended by the manufacturer not to do such.
– The provided stock 2S 1500mah battery is only 25C. Saw some significant voltage sag when flying fast or giving it a punch. This can be easily corrected with a better battery with higher C rating (they’re cheap). Maybe Redcat will include one with future versions to make this a near perfect racer (hint, hint).

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38 Comments

  1. Hello, there! Nice review! Would you tell me which one of these goggles would be a fit for this drone?
    EACHINE EV800D FPV Goggles with DVR 5.8G 40CH 5 Inch 800×480 Diversity Video Headset Build in Battery or the EACHINE VR-007 Pro 5.8G 40CH FPV Goggles 4.3 Inch Video Headset Glasses with 3.7V 1600mAh Battery? Thank you in advance!

  2. I got one of this off a guy,I’m not sure but when I arm the quad and pick it up by hand and rotate roll or pitch it disarm ? I don’t think this is normal,what would happen when it get blown by heavy winds will it disarm ?

  3. Could you recommend a good pair of fpv goggles for around $200-$250 and should I upgrade the antenna and if so which antenna do you recommend. Someone in a different video recommend a cloverleaf antenna

  4. Might end up buying of these later on. Then after I get skilled, go grab the much more advance racing drones and go from there. Nice video. Wish they had a much better camera on this model though.

  5. Just got the Redcat Carbon 210. I’ve heard from some that you can use a 4s battery on this model. Is that true? I couldn’t find that information in the manual.

  6. The red cat drone is one of the best drones to learn how to fly FPV I would recommend it to anyone for beginners i've been using mine for about one year had many many crashes and it still goes never let you down

  7. EXCELLENT VIDEO LIKE ALWAYS….ITS NOT JUST A REVIEW….IS REAL AND COMPLETE REVIEW WITH PASSION …AND LOVE TO THIS GADGETS …CHEERS FROM COLOMBIA

  8. the reason I'm telling you I need a new front left motor it's because it doesn't spin around it kind of just moved back and forth all the other four propellers move except the front left one

  9. I have a problem could you help me with I need motor for my left front hubsan 501s advanced which motor is that is it there CCW or the CW could you tell me which one I need to purchase

  10. has anyone connected this to cleanflight yet? i cant seem to do it. if anyone has done it help would be appreciated, thanks

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