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Squashed (wide) X frame
What is a squashed X frame? · Standard part · basis: Design rules and figures from the cited sources; example geometry by Xem Studio
Also called: squashed x, wide x frame, compressed x, freestyle frame, squashed x quad, fpv freestyle geometry, wide x quad, squashed x vs true x
Exact dimensions. True size, with no printing tolerance added.
- sizes
- 2 in table
Notes
- A squashed X is wider than it is long; freestyle pilots say it gives smooth rolls (IntoFPV). Roll authority is highest and pitch reduced, which may need higher pitch P-gain (UAVModel).
- Props partly show; a camera mounted 5-10 mm ahead of the standoffs can clear them (UAVModel).
- The file is a reference example built by Xem Studio from the numbers above (Reference 5-inch build: 220 mm diagonal within Grepow's 210-250 mm class for 5 in props.). Sizes the sources do not fix are illustrative; scale the example to your own vehicle.
Squashed (wide) X frame size chart
| parameter | value or range | source |
|---|---|---|
| Camera offset to clear props | 5-10 mm forward | UAVModel |
| 5 in prop frame size | 210-250 mm diagonal (motor to motor) | Grepow |
Where the files are
Other publishers' files are linked, not hosted. "verify" = check the license at the link before commercial use.
| IntoFPV forum | Frame layouts, configurations and their characteristics | web | Publisher's page; dimensions are facts |
| UAVModel blog | FPV Frame Geometry: Deadcat vs True X vs Squashed X (2026 guide) | web | Publisher's page; dimensions are facts |
| Grepow | What size FPV drone should I get? | web | Publisher's page; dimensions are facts |
Free files
★ Free files 1 parts. Xem Studio design: free to use, print and sell things from; not to be republished as files. Xem Studio Design License. index.json
| squashed-x-frame-layout | squashed x frame layout: 220 mm motor-to-motor diagonal, 5 in props (discs show the swept area; arms and plate illustrative) | STEP · STL |
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Questions
Why freestyle?
Stable, smooth rolls (IntoFPV).