SplashDrone 3+
The SplashDrone 3+ is a fully waterproof, floatable quadcopter manufactured by SwellPro designed for water-adjacent operations including fishing, surf rescue, maritime surveillance, and marine life monitoring. It features a 4K gimbal camera, modular payload release system, and is piloted via remote control with flight times of 10–12 minutes.
Overview and Use Cases
The SplashDrone 3+ (SD3+) is a waterproof quadcopter drone engineered for operations near or over water. Primary use cases include fishing support, surf rescue operations, maritime surveillance, and marine life monitoring. The aircraft is fully floatable and waterproof, enabling recovery from water and operation in wet environments.
Key Capabilities
- 4K Gimbal Camera: Mounted stabilized camera system for aerial reconnaissance and monitoring tasks
- Modular Payload Release: Quick-release mechanism for delivering or dropping cargo; recommended maximum payload of 1 kg, though the system can lift heavier loads
- Fishing Support: Capable of dropping approximately 5 lbs (2.3 kg) of bait for fishing applications
- Floatable Design: Fully waterproof construction allows the aircraft to float on water and be recovered if necessary
- Remote Piloting: Human-piloted via RC controller; autonomous flight modes such as GPS hold and return-to-home function as assistive features rather than fully autonomous capabilities
Specifications
- Battery: 5200mAh LiHV 4S battery with XT60 connector
- Charging: USB charging; 1–2 hour charge time
- Battery Monitoring: 3-level battery warning system
- Flight Time: 10–12 minutes (community-reported)
- Build: Heavy-duty construction (exact weight not publicly specified)
- Control Method: Remote control operator; manual piloting required for primary mission tasks
Product Status
The SplashDrone 3+ has been superseded by newer models in SwellPro's current product lineup, including the SplashDrone 4 and SplashDrone 4 Plus. The SD3+ remains documented as part of the manufacturer's product history.
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