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title: "X-Star"
canonical_url: "https://wiki.zephyr-sim.com/getting-started/drones/autel/x-star"
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# X-Star

## Overview

The X-Star is often considered a solid beginner drone. This quadcopter includes GPS and a 3-axis gimbal for camera stabilization. Released in 2016, The X-Star features a top speed of 15 m/s and a flight time of around 25 minutes.

![](https://wiki.zephyr-sim.com/images/x-star-overview.webp)

## Specifications

### Aircraft

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        Model
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      X-Star
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        Manufacturer
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      Autel Robotics
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        Copter
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      Quadcopter
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        Satellite Positioning Systems
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      GPS
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        Operating Temperature Range
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      14° to 113℉ (-10° to 45℃)
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        Max Ascent Speed
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      6 m/s
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        Max Descent Speed
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      3 m/s
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        Max Speed
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      15 m/s
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        Max Pitch Angle
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      35°
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        Max Angular Speed
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      150°/s
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        Max Flight Time
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      Approx. 25 minutes
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        Hover Accuracy Range
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      Vertical: <br />
      
       ±1 m <br />
      
       Horizontal: <br />
      
       ±2.5 m
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        Released
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      2016
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### Gimbal

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        Stabilization
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      3-axis (pitch, roll, yaw)
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        Controllable Range
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      Pitch: 0°~90°
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        Control Accuracy
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      Pitch: ±0.015° <br />
      
       Roll: ±0.015° <br />
      
       Yaw: ±0.015°
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        Max. Angular Velocity
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      Pitch: ±300°/s <br />
      
       Yaw: 360°/s
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