DJI has announced the launch of the FlyCart 100 in the Chinese market, a new heavy-lift flagship cargo drone built for industrial and mission-critical logistics. The FC100 is designed to carry payloads up to 80 kilograms and operate in high-altitude, high-risk environments far beyond traditional consumer drone use.
DJI FlyCart 100 Specifications
The FC100 supports a maximum takeoff weight of 149.9kg and can fly up to 6 kilometers on a single battery when fully loaded. In dual-battery mode, it carries up to 65kg and reaches up to 12 kilometers. When flown without a payload, it can travel as far as 26 kilometers.
To meet the demands of heavy-lift operations, DJI has built the drone with 62-inch carbon fiber propellers, 420A ESCs, and a coaxial dual-rotor system that optimizes thrust efficiency. The drone is rated IP55, enabling operation in dust, light rain, and wind speeds up to 12 meters per second. It can fly in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 40°C and reach altitudes up to 6000 meters.
The DJI FC100 uses the DB2160 battery, which has a 41Ah capacity and supports thermal hot-swapping. It enables ultra-fast charging, reaching full capacity in just nine minutes when paired with DJI’s optional 12,000W wall charger or 15,000W car charger. For remote operations, DJI also provides a high-power inverter system for efficient field charging.
The FC100 features an advanced aerial suspension system for stable cargo delivery. It supports automatic load balancing, real-time weight detection, and a motorized cargo hook for secure latching and quick release. It works with both single and dual-battery winch configurations.
The drone features a built-in parachute system capable of deploying even at full payload, reducing descent speed to 6 meters per second in emergencies. For navigation and obstacle avoidance, it uses a high-precision LiDAR system that captures 300,000 points per second, a millimeter-wave radar designed for low-visibility environments, and a five-direction fisheye vision array to enhance situational awareness during flight.
DJI pairs the FC100 with the new RC Plus 2 controller. The unit features a 7-inch 1400-nit display, IP54 protection, and supports dual-operator mode using DJI’s O4 transmission protocol. It also integrates with DJI’s Delivery Cloud software for mission planning, AR waypoint support, and fleet coordination.
Pricing and Availability
The FC100 comes in four configurations. The standard version with a regular charger is priced at 89,999 yuan (approximately $12,500), while the same variant with a high-power charging station costs 92,999 yuan (around $12,950).
The flagship configuration starts at 116,999 yuan (about $16,300) with a standard charger, and the top-end bundle with the charging station is priced at 119,999 yuan (roughly $16,700).
In related news, DJI’s first 360-degree camera has surfaced in what appear to be official renders, while the upcoming DJI Mini 5 Pro has been spotted in the wild ahead of its official launch.
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