RC Hovercraft 2.0 - 3D Printed - Powerful & Fun

Full Build & Test hover video on Youtube:

https://youtu.be/9EQT3OMNZYU

Parts list:
Electronics:

2x Drone Motors
- Option 1 1507 3100kv: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3gcpdFn *
- Option 2 1606 3300kv: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3Jxap3B *

2x Brushless ESCs (4S Capable, 40A or more, with BEC)
- Option 1: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2yhZL8D  * (“Color: 40A”)
- Option 2: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3Bnxc3b * (“Color: 40A”)

1x MG90S Servo
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3WYgJCv *

1x 4S 14.8V 1000-1600mah Lipo Battery (XT60 plug, multiple recommended)
- Option 1: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c319Fbpb *
- Option 2 (Amazon USA): https://amzn.to/3M3W7e2 *
- Option 2 (Amazon EU): https://amzn.to/4om0KO0 *

1x RC Transmitter & Receiver:
- Option 1 - (Budget version, no individual control of motors like with Opt. 2/3) - :
    Transmitter & Receiver: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c2wE4Hsz * (“TX with 1 RX”)
    Servo Y Harness (Only for Option 1!): https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4bPEvnx *
- Option 2 – (Programmable, Drone/Airplane Style) - Radiomaster Pocket ELRS:
    Transmitter: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4L2m1GD  * (“Color: ELRS”)
    Receiver: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3KLVBgh *
- Option 3 – (Programmable, RC Car Style) - Radiomaster MT12 ELRS:
    Transmitter & Receiver: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4CNGZad * (“Color: ELRS Version”)

1x XT60 Connector (if your ESCs come without one)
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3tjh8Kp * (XT60 Male)

Propellers, Fasteners + Bearings:

4" propellers:
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4NXI1qN *

3.5” front propeller (Optional: The 4” above work for both front and rear, I found 3.5” to perform slightly better in the front but it isn’t necessary):
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3nF9H1x *

10x M2 6mm button head for Motors + Servohorn:
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4tRifaN * (“Size: M2, Length: 6mm”)

4x M3x20mm countersunk for the hull connection:
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4BZeziV * (“Size: M3, Length: 20mm”)

4x M3x20mm button head to connect hull + rollhoop:
https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4tRifaN * (“Size: M3, Length: 20mm”)

32x Skirt Mount Screws M2.6 8mm:
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c3dXZkRL (“Size: M2.6, Length: 8mm”)

2x M2.5x8mm screws for the servo (similar ones might come with the servo):
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4tRifaN * (“Size: M2.5, Length: 8mm”

2x 6702 15x21x4mm bearings:
- https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4kByjiN * OR https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c38Uccqp *

Note: Slightly different screw lengths (or similar USA/Imperial sizes) you have laying around may also work for plastic parts. Do not use longer motor screws than needed to avoid damaging the motors.

Miscellaneous:

1x Plastic bag for the skirt (standard large trash bag works, multiple layers recommended)

1x battery strap (or alternative battery fixture method, Velcro etc.)

a couple 1x2mm Zipties (or glue, anything to keep the electronics in place)

Wire extensions for motors (if motor wires are too short)

LiPo Battery Charger for charging the batteries: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_c4KXztJT *

Please let me know in the comments if any of the links stop working and need updating!

DISCLAIMER: This project uses potentially dangerous components such as LiPo batteries, electronics, powerful motors, and propellers. Attempt it only if you have the proper skills and safety knowledge. You follow this project at your own risk. ValRC is not liable for any injury, damage, or loss resulting from attempting or recreating anything shown here.

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