AURELIA - X8 MAX

Give wings to your ideas! 

Let the Aurelia X8 MAX bring your ideas to life! With a large payload bay, it is our largest platform, designed for professional and industrial use.

Featuring unmatched versatility, the Aurelia X8 MAX can carry up to 11 kg (24 lb) of payload while respecting the MTOW weight limit of 25 kg (55 lb) according to FAA and EASA regulations.

Delivered ready to fly, the Aurelia X8 MAX requires minimal setup. Simply install your payload and take off!

Pixhawk: Open source flight controller

The Aurelia X8 MAX is equipped with an open source Pixhawk flight controller, offering endless possibilities to customize your drone according to your needs.

The standard configuration uses ArduPilot software, but upon request, we can install PX4.

Two controller options are offered: Cube Orange and Cube Blue. You will find more information about these options further down the page.

Components made in the United States

We support local supply chains. The Aurelia X8 MAX incorporates many components made in the United States, including the Cube Blue flight controller and onboard electronic systems, all produced in California.

Additionally, this drone complies with NDAA 848 and TAA standards.

Integrated LCD status panel

Easy to use, the Aurelia X8 MAX is equipped with an LCD screen located on the side of the device.

This screen displays:

• The current flight mode
• The number of connected GPS satellites
• Safety warnings
• Battery levels and more

An integrated mini toolbox is also included, containing all the hex keys needed for quick repairs or propeller changes in the field.

Increased reliability thanks to 8 motors

Unlike 4-motor drones that become unstable in case of motor failure, the Aurelia X8 MAX's 8-motor configuration ensures flight stability even if one motor fails.

Lifetime product support

Purchasing the Aurelia X8 MAX includes lifetime product support at no additional cost.

Upon receiving your drone, one of our technicians will arrange a Zoom call to introduce the device and answer your questions before your first flight.

If needed later, you can scan a QR code attached to the drone to book a Zoom call with our team.

Foldable for easy transport

In less than 30 seconds, the Aurelia X8 MAX can be folded using a button on each arm joint, making disassembly and transport easy.

Mission planning software

With more than 20 available flight modes, including a new swarm mode that enables piloting multiple X8 drones simultaneously, the Aurelia X8 MAX adapts to all missions.

The free software QGroundControl (QGC), compatible with Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS, allows you to:

• Configure flight modes
• Program routes via a Google Maps interface
• Set altitudes, safety zones, and more

For additional features, we also recommend the free software Mission Planner.

Designed for reliability, sophistication, performance, and versatility

The Aurelia X8 MAX is a preferred choice by research institutions, companies, and government agencies worldwide. Every aspect of its design and engineering has been crafted to deliver exceptional performance, high reliability, and unmatched sophistication.

Technical specifications of the Aurelia X8 MAX

Maximum flight autonomy: 50 minutes Drone empty weight: 6800 g | 14.99 lb Drone weight with batteries: 12,900 g | 28.44 lb Payload capacity: 11,000 g | 24.25 lb Maximum takeoff weight (MTOW): 23,900 g | 52.69 lb Maximum flight speed: 35 mph | 56 km/h Maximum wind resistance: 20 mph | 32 km/h Maximum operational ceiling: 3000 m (ASML)

Safety and communication

Data encryption:

• AES-128: HereLink Black, HereLink Blue, and RFD900X
• AES-256: UXV Navigator Tab 3

Operating frequencies:

• 915 MHz (worldwide)
• 433 MHz (Europe)
• 2.4 GHz (HereLink station only)

Operating range:

• Standard: RFD900UX – 5 km (3 mi)
• Enhanced transmitter: 5 km (3 mi)

Power supply

Battery type:

• Lithium Polymer (standard)
• High-performance battery (HDHP)

Battery capacity: 2 x 25,000 mAh Battery voltage: 44.4 V (2x 22.2 V in series)

Navigation and sensors

GPS: uBlox ZED F9P GPS constellations: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, L2 Band (usable simultaneously)

LiDAR rangefinder:

• Accuracy: +/- 2.5 cm
• Range: 0 - 40 m

Compass: RM3100 Redundancy:

• 2 accelerometers / 2 gyroscopes / 1 magnetometer

ADS-B: uAvionix 1090 with a range of 20 km (12 mi)

Classification and compliance

• Drone classification in Europe/UK: Class C3
• Export control classification (ECCN): EAR99

★ Starter Bundle

• 1x Aurelia X8 MAX UAV : configured and ready to fly
• 2x HDHP Aurelia Batteries : 25,000 mAh, 12S, 44.4 V
• 1x Fast Charger : balanced charger for LiPo batteries
• 2x Fireproof Storage Bags for LiPo Batteries : with handles
• 2x 18650 Li-Ion batteries for controller (Radiomaster option)
• 1x Radiomaster TX16S controller (Radiomaster option)
• 1x Carrying Case for Radiomaster TX16S Transmitter (Radiomaster option)
• 1x Aurelia Aerospace safety vest
• 1x Aurelia Aerospace lanyard
• 2x Aurelia Aerospace stickers
• 1x Mini toolbox
• 8x Propeller Arm Mounts
• 1x Ground telemetry radio: 915 MHz / 433 MHz (EU)
• 1x 8GB Micro SD Card
• 1x Cleaning cloth + chassis cleaner

★ Explorer Bundle

Includes all Starter items, plus:

• 1× Hard carrying case + AirTag

• 1× Additional battery pack (1× 10,000 mAh Li-Po or LE option)

• 1× Additional LiPo carrying bag

• 1× Spare propeller set (4 pcs)

• 2× Additional propeller guards

• 1× Aurelia Takeoff Pad

★ Ultimate Bundle

Includes all Starter items, plus:

• 1× Hard carrying case + AirTag

• 2× Additional battery packs (2× 10,000 mAh Li-Po or LE option)

• 2× LiPo Carrying Bags

• 2× Spare Propeller Sets (8 pcs total)

• 4× Propeller Protection Covers

• 1× Aurelia Takeoff Pad

• 1× Fast Charger