The Chinese company DJI has unveiled its latest consumer cargo drone, the Flycart 30, despite recently falling under US sanctions. The drone, priced at $17,000, is designed to operate in any weather conditions and transport goods up to 16 km.
The Flycart 30 is equipped with four axes and eight carbon propellers. It can handle a maximum payload of 30 kg with two autonomous batteries, and up to 40 kg without batteries, achieving a maximum speed of 20 m/s.
Operating at heights of up to 6000 meters and in wind speeds of up to 12 m/s, the drone has a temperature tolerance ranging from -20 °C to 45 °C.
DJI claims that the Flycart 30 offers two modes of operation: with a container or with a cable. The container is a specialized cargo box that can hold objects up to 70 liters. Equipped with flight stabilization systems, it can be disassembled in just three minutes.
The drone’s second mode involves a cable system for automatic or manual disconnection of the load upon contact with the ground. This feature is particularly useful for operators who need to deliver cargo to areas where landing is either impossible or undesirable.
A controller is included to select the most optimal route based on weather conditions and the specific task at hand. The built-in radar and binocular vision system detect obstacles, while an ADS-B signal receiver provides location information.
The drone’s camera can transmit video up to a distance of 20 km. In case of signal loss, the Flycart 30 can switch to 4G as it is equipped with a cellular modem. Additionally, it is outfitted with a parachute for safe landings in emergency situations.
“In recent years, DJI industrial drones have been widely used in agriculture, energy, mapping, and security, becoming an indispensable tool for boosting productivity,” said DJI spokesperson Zhang Syanan.
Despite DJI’s claim that the Flycart 30 is not intended for military use, the company’s drones have already attracted attention from the armed forces.