The SwellPro Fisherman FD3 is a waterproof fishing drone designed for long-range bait deployment from the beach, rocks or shoreline. It combines a high-payload propulsion system, GPS positioning, saltwater-resistant construction and a dedicated bait-release system. The Advanced version adds a 4K camera and live-view controller, while the Basic version focuses on bait carrying.

Main features

• IP67 waterproof and saltwater-resistant aircraft
• Self-floating design with water take-off capability
• Automatic flip function if the aircraft capsizes
• S5 flight controller and GPS 9.0 positioning
• GPS, GLONASS, Galileo and BeiDou satellite support
• Calibration-free flight sensors
• Level 7 wind resistance
• Slide-in battery and screw-on carbon-fibre propellers
• FDFly app with Auto-Fish functionality
• Splash-resistant and sand-resistant remote controller

Payload and flight time

• Maximum payload: 2kg
• Maximum flight time: up to 27 minutes with no payload
• Approximate flight time with 1kg payload: 14 minutes
• Approximate flight time with 2kg payload: 9 minutes

Aircraft specifications

• Weight: 2.54kg including battery, propellers, camera and bait-release module
• Size without propellers: 372 × 372 × 202mm
• Maximum ascent speed: 3m/s
• Maximum descent speed: 2m/s
• Maximum GPS speed: 10m/s
• Maximum ATTI speed: 18m/s without payload or 14m/s with payload
• Maximum tilt angle: 30°
• Maximum altitude from take-off point: 120m
• Maximum flight distance: 1300m
• Maximum image-transmission distance: 1200m
• Maximum wind resistance: 18m/s or 35 knots
• Hovering precision: ±0.5m
• Operating temperature: -10°C to 40°C
• Certifications: CE, FCC, RoHS and RCM

Remote controller

• Weight: 709g
• Size: 276 × 190 × 74mm
• Waterproof rating: IP54
• Battery: 2S 3000mAh
• Runtime: up to 5 hours Advanced / 9 hours Basic
• USB-C charging: 5V/2A; approximately 3 hours
• Advanced display: 5-inch, 800 × 480, 500cd/m², 16:9
• Basic display: 3.5-inch monochrome

Flight battery and charger

• Battery: 4200mAh, 23.1V, 6S LiHV
• Battery size: 153.6 × 82.4 × 48.3mm
• Battery weight: 716g
• Approximate charge time: 120 minutes
• Maximum charge current: 5A
• Charger input: 100–240V
• Charger output: 25.2V
• Maximum charger power: 150W
• Australian/New Zealand Type I power adaptor

Advanced-version camera

• IP67 waterproof rating and one-axis tilt stabilisation
• Tilt range: -90° to 0°
• 12MP 1/2.3-inch CMOS sensor; 92.6° field of view
• Video: 4K/30fps, 2.7K/60fps, 1080p up to 120fps and 720p up to 240fps
• Photo formats: JPEG and DNG; video formats: MP4 and MOV
• Supports microSD cards up to 128GB, Class 10/UHS-I or better

In the box

Aircraft, remote controller, flight battery, charger, two pairs of propellers, bait release, USB-C cable, charging cable, power adaptor, phone mount and carry case. The Advanced version also includes the camera.

Australian stock and support

Supplied by Mongrel Fishing Tackle. Contact us before ordering if you need help comparing the FD3 with the FD1+ or Fisherman Max, payload requirements or compatible batteries and propellers.

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Manufacturer specifications describe maximum performance under stated test conditions. Actual payload, range, video range and flight time will vary with wind, battery condition, payload and operating conditions. Always operate in accordance with CASA requirements, local regulations and the manufacturer’s instructions.