The Taurus X8 Pro Max V2 O4 8S is a professional X8 FPV cinelifter designed for cinema production, commercial filming, and camera-team workflows. It is built to carry professional camera and gimbal setups, not only action-camera payloads.

With eight XING2 3616 motors, 11-inch propellers, an 8S dual-battery power system, BLITZ H7 Pro electronics, DJI O4 Air Unit Pro video transmission, and a top/bottom quick-release camera mounting system, the Taurus X8 Pro Max V2 is made for demanding aerial cinematography where payload capacity, serviceability, and production efficiency matter.

Highlights

Professional X8 Cinelifter Platform

The X8 motor layout provides the thrust and control authority required for professional camera payloads, high-speed chase shots, and stabilized cinematic FPV work. This platform is intended for experienced FPV pilots, commercial operators, and professional camera teams.

Cinema Camera Payload Support

The Taurus X8 Pro Max V2 is designed for professional cinema camera and gimbal setups, including RED KOMODO-class and Sony FX-series configurations, depending on total setup weight and balance.

Recommended payload: approx. 3 kg
Maximum payload: up to approx. 4.5 kg, setup-dependent

Payload performance depends on camera, lens, gimbal, mounting position, battery setup, center of gravity, flight style, wind, temperature, and tuning.

Top and Bottom Quick-Release Mounting

The upgraded cinematic mounting system supports both top and bottom camera/gimbal installation. This allows fast changes between different shot requirements, including chase footage, low-angle perspectives, overhead passes, and dynamic FPV camera movement.

Dual-Voltage BEC System

The integrated BEC system offers selectable 12V / 15V output for compatible camera and gimbal setups. This improves production workflow by reducing the need for separate external power solutions.

BLITZ H7 Pro Electronics

The aircraft uses a BLITZ H7 Pro flight controller with eight BLITZ E80 single ESCs. The redesigned power distribution and cleaner wiring layout reduce exposed cables, improve serviceability, and support reliable high-current operation.

DJI O4 Air Unit Pro

The DJI O4 Air Unit Pro provides the digital FPV link and onboard recording capability. It features a 1/1.3-inch CMOS sensor, 4K onboard recording, 1080p live view, D-Log M, RockSteady 3.0+, 4 GB internal storage, and microSD support up to 512 GB.

The O4 system is used for FPV video transmission and onboard recording. The main production footage is typically captured with the mounted cinema camera.

Quick-Release Dual Battery System

The dual-battery rail system is designed for fast, secure battery changes during production. The locking mechanism helps reduce downtime between flights and supports efficient on-set operation.

Battery Choice: LiPo vs Li-Ion

LiPo batteries provide stronger power output and better punch for fast maneuvers, high-speed shots, and dynamic FPV flying.

Li-Ion batteries are better suited for longer flight time and smooth cruising, but they offer less punch and are not intended for aggressive high-current flying.

Choose the battery type based on payload, flight style, and required safety margin.

Recommended batteries:

DOGCOM 8S 5500mAh XT90 LiPo Battery – recommended for power, punch, fast maneuvers, and dynamic filming
DOGCOM 8S2P 10000mAh XT90 Li-Ion Battery – recommended for endurance, longer cruising, and smoother flight profiles

Required to Fly

This is a professional BNF cinelifter, not a complete ready-to-fly production package.

Depending on the selected version and camera setup, you may still need:

Compatible DJI FPV goggles: DJI Goggles 3

Compatible radio controller or receiver system: Commando 8 Pro Radio Transmitter

Professional cinema camera

Compatible gimbal

Camera/gimbal mounting accessories

Camera power cables

8S-compatible charger: HOTA T8 Ultra - 650W 1-8S AC/DC GaN Smart Charger

2x 8S batteries: DOGCOM 8S 5500mAh 150C XT90 Battery or 2x DOGCOM 8S2P 10000mAh XT90 Li-Ion Battery. Never mix LiPo and Li-Ion (or mismatched packs) on the parallel rails.

microSD card for DJI O4 recording

Tools, setup equipment, and safety gear

Camera, lens, gimbal, goggles, radio controller, charger, and production accessories are not included unless explicitly stated in the selected package.

Technical Specifications

Product Name: Taurus X8 Pro Max V2 O4 8S HD Cinelifter BNF

Video Transmission: DJI O4 Air Unit Pro

Flight Controller: BLITZ H7 Pro Flight Controller

ESC: BLITZ E80 Single ESC ×8

Frame Diagonal Motor Distance: 610 mm

Motor: XING2 3616 760KV

Propellers: HQ 11×7.5×3

Battery System: Dual 8S battery setup

Battery Connector: XT90

Recommended LiPo Battery: DOGCOM 8S 5500mAh XT90 LiPo Battery

Recommended Li-Ion Battery: DOGCOM 8S2P 10000mAh XT90 Li-Ion Battery

Recommended Payload: Approx. 3 kg

Maximum Payload: Up to approx. 4.5 kg, setup-dependent

Weight: 3800±20g (Without cinema camera)

Takeoff Weight: Approx. 6200±20g (With 2*8S 10000mAh Battery); actual takeoff weight depends on the batteries, camera, lens, gimbal, mount, and accessories used

Dimensions: 587×411×65 mm

Maximum Speed: Up to approx. 170 km/h

Maximum Takeoff Altitude: Approx. 7000 m

Max Hover Time: Approx. 25 min with No Load and 2*8S 10000mAh battery

Payload Hover Time: Approx. 16 min with 2.5 kg payload using 2*8S 10000mAh battery

Max Cruising Time: Approx. 13 min with 2.5KG Load and 2*8S 10000mAh battery (80km/h)

Max Flight Distance: Approx. 5 km

Max Wind Speed Resistance: Level 8

Operating Temperature: -10°C to 40°C

GNSS: GPS, SBAS, Galileo, QZSS, GLONASS

Antennas: Dual antennas

Important: Flight-time and takeoff-weight values depend on battery type, battery capacity, payload, flight style, temperature, wind, altitude, and setup.

Video Transmission:

Product Name: DJI O4 Air Unit Pro Specifications

Image Sensor: 1/1.3-inch CMOS

Lens FOV: 155°

ISO Range: 100–25600

Onboard Recording: Up to 4K supported

Live View: Up to 1080p/100fps

Video Format: MP4

Maximum Video Bitrate: 130 Mbps

Colour Mode: Normal / D-Log M

Stabilization: RockSteady 3.0+

Operating Frequency: 5.170–5.250 GHz and 5.725–5.850 GHz

Transmitter Power (EIRP): 5.1GHz < 23dBm (CE)/5.8GHz < 33dBm (FCC)/< 14dBm (CE)/< 30dBm (SRRC)

Maximum Video Transmission Range: Up to 15 km FCC / 8 km CE / 8 km SRRC with DJI Goggles 3 or DJI Goggles N3 under ideal, unobstructed conditions

Communication Bandwidth: Max. 60 MHz

Antenna: Dual antennas, 2T2R

Input Voltage: 7.4–26.4 V

Built-in Storage: 4 GB

Supported microSD Cards: Up to 512 GB

Operating Temperature: -10°C to 40°C

Air Unit Weight: Approx. 32 g including camera module

Transmission Module Dimensions: 33.5×33.5×13 mm

Packing List

1 x Taurus X8 Pro Max V2 O4 BNF

4 x HQ 11X7.5X3 CW propeller

4 x HQ 11X7.5X3 CCW propeller

2 x Albatross LHCP 5.8GHz SMA FPV Antenna V2 - 130mm

1 x XT90 Male to XT60 Female Adapter Wire

2 x 20*400mm Battery Strap

4 x 20*500mm Battery Strap

1 x Drone Case

1 x Landing Pad

1 x Prop Wrench

Important Payload Notice

The Taurus X8 Pro Max V2 is a heavy-payload professional FPV aircraft. Camera payloads must be mounted securely, balanced correctly, and tested before production use.

Maximum payload is not a guaranteed working payload for every camera setup. The practical payload limit depends on total camera weight, lens, gimbal, mounting position, battery setup, flight style, environmental conditions, and safety margin.

Flight-time values are measured under specific test conditions and should not be treated as guaranteed real-world production flight times. Always plan conservative flight times with reserve for return and landing.

Safety Disclaimer

This aircraft is intended for experienced FPV pilots and professional operators only.

Always follow local laws, airspace rules, insurance requirements, and production safety procedures. Inspect the drone, propellers, batteries, wiring, antennas, screws, camera mount, gimbal, and payload security before every flight.

Remove propellers before configuration, receiver testing, motor testing, firmware work, or bench setup.

Do not fly with damaged propellers, loose screws, damaged batteries, unstable payload mounting, damaged antennas, damaged wiring, or visible electronic damage.

Crash damage, water damage, incorrect wiring, incorrect firmware flashing, wrong Betaflight configuration, unsafe payload mounting, incorrect receiver setup, wrong battery use, or unsafe operation are not considered normal manufacturing defects.