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RACE CLASS SPECIFICATIONS

MultiGP races are divided into different classes depending on  drone specs used for the race.

MultiGP races are divided into different classes depending on  drone specs used for the race.
When you create a race on MultiGP.com or using our RaceSync you have to pick a class for your race and every pilot has to follow the rules of that class.

Remember, classes are guidelines to provide competitive standards within a typical MultiGP race day. Chapters can choose to define and run their own classes if they wish by definining them during event planning.

As new technology is released, classes and specs will be updated to either incorporate or withhold the advancements to maintain fair competition as the number one priority.

Why do we use classes?

  1. They level the playing field so one pilot doesn’t have an advantage over another by using more powerful equipment.  This allows the pilot’s skill to win the race, not their equipment.

  2. Aircraft builds can be planned with confidence that they will be accepted into competition.

  3. To ensure radio equipment is compatible with fellow pilot’s equipment as to not cause interference.

The Open Class is available to all multirotors under 800 grams flying weight.  This class is designed to promote competition between all styles and configurations of aircraft to help evolve innovation in technology and design. 

Frame

Maximum Size: 305mm (farthest distance diagonal between motors)

Electronics

No Limits

Firmware

No Limits

Motors

No limits

Propellers

No Limits

Battery

 Max Charge of 4.35v per cell

Weight

800g AUW Max Weight

MUltiGP Main Events:

MultiGP Championship, World Cup,  IceStorm, Collegiate Drone Racing Champs

The PRO Spec is the new official 7inch spec class of MultiGP, where you can compete at a pro level in LED racing and where all quads are at the same level of speed and performances.

Frame

MultiGP Pro SPEC Frame or 399 Practice Rig. (Original Arms only).
LED Required

Electronics

  • Any ESC with Bidirectional D-Shot and RPM Limit
  • Any Betaflight Flight Controller
  • Any VTX, Camera and Radio link

Firmware

Betaflight KAACK Firmware

Motors

Stator volume equal or less than a 2808

Propellers

Spec props to be announced and decided per event. Recommend 7x4x3.

Battery

Any 6S 2200MAH capacity or less

Weight

Weight 1200 grams AUW

MUltiGP Main Events:

Sharjah Drone Racing Champions

Tiny Whoop class is for micro 1s quads usually flown indoors with LED tracks. Many BNF and RTF quads are available for this spec while also being open to custom built quads as well.

Frame

Maximum Size: 305mm (farthest distance diagonal between motors)

Electronics

No Limits

Firmware

No Limits

Motors

Brushed or Brushless
and size

Propellers

31mm max

Battery

1s any size. Max Charge 4.35v

Weight

No Limit

MUltiGP Main Events:

Whooptopia, International Open Tiny Whoop Tent Race

This class may be referenced by many names, but the fun is just the same!  The 3.1″ propellers and low weight allow for indoor flying at many locations, and a great outdoor experience in small places.

Frame

No Limit

Electronics

No Limit

Firmware

No Limit

Motors

Motor 1404 4500-4600 KV

Propellers

3.1″

Battery

3S Max Charge 4.35v per cell

Weight

No Limit

Freedom Spec quads are 5” quads using a very specific motor, propeller and weight devised by Five33. More information on this spec can be found here: https://freedomspec.com/

Frame

No Limit

Electronics

No Limits

Firmware

No Limits

Motors

Five33 Headsup
2207 1960kv Motors

Propellers

 HQ R38 Headsup Prop

Battery

Per the spec at Freedom Spec

Weight

480g Min. weight

MUltiGP Main Events:

International Open Freedom Spec Race

All the virtual races with our official Simulator Velocidrone. 

Frame

No Limits

Electronics

No Limits

Firmware

No Limits

Motors

No Limits

Propellers

No Limits

Battery

No Limits

Weight

No Limits

Any 5inch race SPEC that is not an official Freedom Spec, belongs to this race class, where the spec requirements are defined everytime by the race organizer.

Any 7inch race SPEC that is not an official MultiGP PRO Spec belongs to this race class, where the spec requirements are defined everytime by the race organizer.

Gates Specifications

Class Gate Opening Material
OPEN
25 sq ft (5’x5’ - 1.52m x 1.52m)
No Limit
Tiny Whoop

361 sq in (19”x19” - 483mm x 483mm)
Fabric
Micro Class

1680 sq in (40”x48” - 1.016m x 1.219m)
Fabric
Freedom Spec
No Limit
Fabric
7"
42 sq ft (7'x6')
Fabric
Mega Class
144 sq ft (12’x12’ - 3.66m x 3.66m)
No Limit

Optional

* While not mandated, it is highly encouraged that pilots install high intensity LEDs at a minimum on the rear of their aircraft for an elevated pilot racing experience and on the sides and front of their aircraft for both an elevated spectator experience and safety.

What class will be the next official class?

The above classes are very popular and cover a wide spectrum of aircraft sizes and flying spaces, however, there are no restrictions if you would like to start your own local class. Maybe someday it will grow to be recognized like these classes!

Some items to consider when making your class:

  • Battery capacity
  • Battery voltage
  • Flight controller
  • Motor size
  • Number of motors
  • Number of propeller blades
  • Propeller size
  • Video transmitter (VTx)
  • Weight

Comments:

Remember, classes are guidelines to provide competitive standards within a typical MultiGP race day. Chapters can choose to define and run their own classes if they wish by defining them during event planning.

Many pilots will ask why the power limit of the Video Transmitter (VTx) is limited to 25mW. This is to increase the success rate of multiple pilots having perfectly clear video transmission. If some pilots are transmitting at a higher power, the chance of experiencing frequency issues increases.

As new technology is released, classes and specs will be updated to either incorporate or withhold the advancements to maintain fair competition as the number one priority.

All aircraft must be built with the ability to easily change VTx channels in a timely and accurate manner.
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Please race safely!