Hey, I’ve built the x500 V2 kit. The payload is about 1.5kg without the battery.
I was wondering if anybody knew of a way to increase the payload reliably? I think the included propellers are pretty much optimized for the kit, and so the only option would be to replace the motors with lower KV ones? Has anyone tried this?
Yes, but not on this exact airframe. YOu can use this calculator for some rough calculations to see how you can increase the payload
But this is like swapping a motor on a car. if you have to upgrade the motor you also need up upgrade the brackes and transmission. Specifically the ESCs. If you choose a motor that is larger and runs on 6s you will need to change out your ESCs to ones that can handle it.
I would recommend getting a frame that can handle a larger payload. There are a lot out there, I even think that there is one from holybro that is larger. 650 frame size