The safest and most easy-to-use drone on the surf
Note: The warranty on drone batteries is 3 months. Read up on how they should be stored, as many batteries are lost due to incorrect charging before storage.
The all-new SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone is a water-resistant drone that will get any tough job done. It consolidates several advantages from its fishing drone siblings: the power efficiency from FD1, the ease of use from SD4 and the enhanced safety from Max. This FD3 standard version dedicates 100% of its power to carrying baits.
Note: This listing is for the SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone Basic Pack. Camera sold separately.
What’s in the box:
- 1 x Aircraft
- 1 x Standard remote controller
- 1 x Flight battery
- 1 x Charger
- 2 Pairs x Propellers
- 1 x Dual payload/bait release
- 1 x USB-C cable
- 1 x Carry case
2.2kg Bait Capacity
The SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone is reliable for carrying baits of up to 2.2 kg into the ocean. The great lifting power is drawn from a high capacity and high voltage 6S battery, high thrust motors and large-sized carbon fiber propellers.
Up to 5 Drops per Charge
In addition to more thrust, the new ESC’s inside the FD3 enable unprecedented power-to-payload ratio. FD3 can deliver up to 5 drops of 800g baits over 600m on a single full battery charge.
Calibration-Free
Fisherman FD3 is factory-calibrated and doesn’t requirere-calibration. The drone can fly stably without calibration on any beach of the world.
Auto-Drop and Return
Fisherman FD3 can automatically release the baits and fly back to the shore in case of low battery and loss of signal.
GPS 9.0
The latest 9th-gen GPS, compared with predecessors, makes great improvements in assisting FD3's flight by providing accurate positioning, navigation, and several safety features.
Smooth Control
Flying FD3 doesn’t require a great level of skills. We’ve lowered the sensitivity of the FD3 controls to avoid exaggerated movements. This reduces the risks of drone crash and loss of control.
Advanced Flight Controller
To ensure a safe return after every bait drop, SwellPro has completely reprogrammed the flight controller of FD3. Advanced algorithms enhance flight stability while the drone is carrying a baited line during flight. The new flight controller features higher resistance against interference, temperature and vibration, maintaining peak performance in varying environments and operations.
IPX5 Saltwater and Corrosion Resistant
The SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone is made to resist saltwater, and it has been dunk-tested to ensure it stands up to the ocean. The fuselage is made from marine-grade ABS to increase durability in a marine environment. The water-resistant motors, bait release and internal electronics of FD3 are coated with a corrosion-resistant layer, adding an extra level of protection against the salty air and spray around the ocean.
Self Floating and Automatic Flip
SwellPro designed FD3 with sufficient buoyancy on the aircraft itself. The drone can keep floating when landing on the water. Then, you can control it to take off again from the water and fly back to the shore. If the FD3 accidentally capsizes in the water, you can use the joysticks to flip it back to its normal position, and take off!
Level 6 Wind Resistance
Thanks to the powerful propulsion system and GPS 9.0, FD3 can maintain a stable position and altitude in winds up to 25 knots.
Fisherman-Friendly Remote Controller
The remote controller of FD3 has a sleek game-console design for maximum comfort. The interface is clean with well-labelled buttons for intuitive control. Pilots can rely on the on-screen telemetry, video feedback and voice alerts to get situational awareness of the aircraft in real-time. The sand-proof body means the remote controller will continue to function in a beach environment. The FD3 provides unprecedented levels of safety and comfort not seen before in a fishing drone.
FDFly App
Drone-cast at your fingertips. The FDFly APP enables several autopilot features on the FD3. That makes it even easier for anglers who have no piloting experience to fly baits out.
1.6 Km Casting Range
The SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone can operate at a range of up to 1.6 km (1 mile). Dual rotatable antennas enhance the signal transmission in multiple directions, preventing loss-of-signal when the drone flying close to the water. Land-based anglers can easily cast a long line and drop baits in faraway locations. Casting baits with SwellPro is 100% hassle-free and more time-saving than using a boat or a kayak.
Slide-in Battery
Open the hatch door, slide the battery into the compartment, hit the power button, and you are good to go! Swapping battery is quick & easy and can be done in a matter of seconds on the beach. The hatch door has a rubber seal that will resist water entry when it is closed.
SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone Features:
- Basic/Standard version
- 2.2kg bait capacity
- Up to 25 drops per charge
- IPX5 water resistant
- Calibration free
- Up to 25 knots wind resistance
- GPS 9.0
- Rock solid hovering
- Dual payload bait release
- Advanced flight controller
- Floating design
- Auto flip
- Fisherman-friendly remote controller
- 1.6km casting range
- FDFly app
- Slide-in battery
SwellPro Fisherman FD3 Fishing Drone Specifications:
Aircraft
- Waterproof rating: IP65
- Drone weight: 5.5 lbs / 2.54 kg (including battery, propellers, gimbal camera, and payload release module)
- Dimensions (w/o propeller): 372 x 372 x 202mm
- Max ascend speed: 7 mph / 3 m/s
- Max descent speed: 4.5 mph / 2 m/s
- Max flight speed: GPS: 22 mph / 10 m/s | ATTI: 40 mph / 18 m/s (without payload); 31 mph / 14 m/s (with payload)
- Max tilt angle: 30°
- Max altitude from take-off point: 393 ft / 120 m
- Max flight distance: 1 mile / 1500 m
- Max image transmission distance: 0.74 mile / 1200 m
- Max payload capacity: 4.4 lbs / 2 kg
- Flight time: up to 27 mins (no wind & no load)
- Max wind speed resistance: 40 mph / 18 m/s / 35 knots
- Hovering precision: ±1.6 feet / ±0.5 m
- Satellite positioning system: GPS/Galileo
- RC transmitter power: 2.405-2.475GHz,
- Working temperature: 14℉ ~ 104℉ / -10℃ ~ 40℃
- Certifications: CE/FCC/ROHS/RCM
Remote Controller
- Weight: 1.56 lbs / 709 g
- Waterproof rating: IP54
- Dimensions: 276 x 190 x 74 mm
- Operating frequency: 2.405-2.475 GHz
- Transmitter Power (EIRP): 2.405-2.475GHz:
- Sensitivity: -92 dB
- Battery: 2S 3000 mAh
- Working time: 9 hours
- Charging time: 3 hours
- Power input: 5V/2A USB-C
- Monochrome display screen size: 3.5in
- Language: English
- Working temperature: 14℉ ~ 104℉ / -10℃ ~ 40℃
Flight Battery
- Capacity: 4200 mAh
- Voltage: 23.1V
- Type: 6S LIHV
- Dimensions: 153.6 x 82.4 x 48.3mm
- Weight: 1.57 lbs / 716 g
- Working temperature: 32℉ ~ 104℉ / 0℃ ~ 40℃
- Charging time: 120 mins
- Max charging current: 5A
Charger
- Input: 100 - 240V
- Output: 25.2V
- Max charging power: 150W
- Supported battery types and cell: 6S LIHV
- Dimensions: 143 x 100 x 60mm
- Power cable: 3.9 feet / 1.2m
- Charging cable: 1.6 feet / 0.5m
- Weight: 1 lb / 454.6 g
- Working and storage temperature: 32℉ ~ 140℉ / 0℃ ~ 60℃
- Available types of power adapters: Type I: Australia and New Zealand
Bait Release
- Wateproof rating: IP65
- Max payload capacity: 4.4 lbs / 2 kg
- Dimensions: 75 x 50 x 37.5mm
- Weight: 3.5 oz / 100 g
Disclaimer: The New Zealand version of Fisherman FD3 is water resistant, which means it will resist water entry to an IPX5 level. For technical reasons, some parts of the drone are purposely designed to be not 100% sealed or watertight and therefore the drone should not be submerged under water. If the drone comes in contact with saltwater, the user is advised to wash any saltwater off with fresh water. Always follow all documentation, videos and instruction manuals that come with the drone. This listing is for the new model/updated version. Please note that product reviews posted before June 2023 are for the older model/version of the same product.
