WL Toys V262 Cyclone Review

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Last update was on: March 28, 2024 13:04

The WL Toys V262 is a mini-drone that is perfect for people of all ages and skill levels. This beginner-friendly, ready-to-fly drone is known for its durable construction, which includes graphite booms to improve strength while decreasing weight. It is equipped with 6-axis gyro system. This allows even newbies to get off the ground fast and manoeuvre the big quad without too much difficulty.

The WL Toys V262 is a perfect indoor flyer because a molded foam canopy shell easily takes shocks from light crashes or hits. The four rotors on this drone are powered by four motors protected by plastic housing. Each motor is gear-driven, which helps to relieve stress on the motors and significantly enhances motor life.  You can adjust the sensitivity of the controls to suit any flyer’s skill level.

This drone is bigger than many of WL Toys other models. It weighs 1451 grams and measures 55 x 55 x 5 cm. This extra weight gives the drone extra stability to handle turbulence like a pro.

The WL Toys V262 Cyclone Specs

  • Size: 55 x 55 x 5cm (21.6 x 21.6 x 2 inches)
  • Weight: 1451g (3.2 pounds)
  • 6-axis gyro for added control and stability
  • Battery: 850mah 7.4V Li-Po
  • Battery recharge: 60 to 90 minutes
  • LED lights to identify front and back
  • Flight Time: about 8-10 minutes
  • Transmitter: 2.4GHz with 4 channels
  • Transmitter modes: Normal and Trick
  • 100 to 150 meter remote control distance

What’s in the Package?

  • Drone
  • Four spare propellers
  • Mode 2 transmitter with LCD screen
  • Battery
  • Battery charger

Modifying the WL Toys V262 Cyclone

There are a number of options available for those people who enjoy more advanced modifications. To lighten the overall weight of the drone, many pilots remove the foam cover once they become comfortable flying the V262 Cyclone.

This modification allows for an enhancement in handling and speed. It also allows for a GoPro or other small model camera to be attached to the quad, without weighing it down. This drone is also capable of lifting a smartphone or small camera to record while flying.

To extend flying time, some pilots recommend buying spare batteries and a multi-port charger. The V262 Cyclone can fly about 8-10 minutes per battery and it takes about 90 minutes to charge the Cyclone’s battery. Pilots can enhance their flight time to 30 minutes with an extra battery or two on hand.

The WL Toys V262 Cyclone Transmitter

The V262 Cyclone comes with amazing transmitter, which is extremely important to a nice RC experience.  The V262 Cyclone’s transmitter communicates on the 2.4GHz digital frequency, so multiple Cyclones can be flown at the same time in the same area. This also allows your drone to fly out to between 75 meters and 90 meters from the transmitter.

The transmitter’s LCD screen provides clear readouts of where trim values are, how much power is being consumed and whether the drone’s rotors should be turning at any given moment. In addition, four channels on the transmitter allow you to fly in any direction at a whim.

The AA battery requirement is probably the only downside of running a 2.4GHz transmitter, because the transmitter needs six batteries and they are pretty expensive.

The WL Toys V262 Cyclone Performance

The V262 Cyclone’s controls are simple to learn. This drone is large and powerful enough to remain stable and upright, even if there is a decent wind. It allows a flight time of about 8-10 minutes. This is long enough to tire you out as a flyer, particularly if you are fighting breeze.

Also, you can buy a spare battery if you want more flight time. The spare battery will double your time in the air. The battery on this drone is easily accessible so you can switch out cells without special tools. The 850mAh battery took around an hour and a half to get full recharged. The Cyclone would be close to an ideal novice drone were it not for its long charge times.

The WL Toys V262 Cyclone Construction


The V262 Cyclone is made of a unique construction material – EPP (expanded polypropylene) foam. This foam is not as aerodynamic or precise as other types of foam, but this is not important on a drone. Durability is crucial in the drone industry, and the Cyclone is noticeably durable. EPP foam is able to withstand crashes and resist impacts much better than Styrofoam.

And don’t worry if you shear the foam on your Cyclone. There is a simple fix – epoxy glue. This type of glue is perfect for many small holes which make up EPP foam. It expands as it sets, and grows into those holes and form a durable bond. Be careful not to use super glue or you may end up with a ruined frame.

The WL Toys V262 Cyclone Flight Features

Flying the V262 Cyclone is surprisingly easy. The drone has the properly calibrated, so once you have plugged in its battery you should set the drone down on the flat surface as fast as possible. This drone uses an internal gyroscope to recognize where the ground is and do its best to stay level.

The left stick controls throttle, lowering and raising the drone. This stick also allows you to turn your drone right and left. This aircraft turns slowly, so it’s much simpler to use the transmitter’s right stick instead of the rudder to navigate.

The Cyclone has four different speed modes. They offer 40%, 60%, 80% and 100% of its manoeuvrability and power. This is very helpful because as you advance in skill, the drone is made to advance with you.

The v262 Cyclone has the ability to fly backward and forward, as well as to sideslip laterally. These features allow you to dip and leap in any direction without turning.

The LED lights which shine beneath each rotor are more than just decorative. These lights flash quickly until the gyroscope has oriented itself. They also indicate the front and back of the drone to make navigation even easier.

Conclusion

The WL Toys V262 Cyclone is considered to be the best remote control quadcopter a newbie can purchase. Also, enthusiasts looking for a ready-to-fly drone for an everyday use will enjoy this drone. It is big and durable enough to withstand winds. Also, it is made of EPP foam that can withstand crash after crash. The Cyclone also comes with added stability to keep it in the air regardless of the pilot’s skill level.

What really sets the V262 Cyclone apart are the added features, such as the trick mode and adjustable sensitivity. These amazing features allow the drone to become more advanced to meet each pilot’s individual skill level. This drone will also prepare you to fly other, more expansive and advanced drones.

Since this is an older drone, we would recommend to check out newer models that are much more powerful, both in terms of flight performance and camera capabilities.

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