The ST360 frame I ordered from Quadkopters is here:



I'm currently in office, so obviously I cannot assemble it  . Will post updates soon

Will you mind giving the configuration.. Well best of luck for the build 👍👍

This is what I "plan" to buy but; might change in the coming days as I'm waiting for the best deal.

http://www.dx.com/p/apm-2-6-ardupilot-flight-controller-gps-3dr-915-minimosd-current-sensor-spare-parts-341181#.VRY4fxwclqM
for your apm . Best of luck.

Thanks tanmay, how reliable are those guys with shipping?

Major setback with the ST360 frame. I tried assembling it but the screws that came with the frame is totally useless. They are very tight and hard to twist as there is no threading. The screws are not standard star type but a hex insert. It broke my insert bit on first one itself. Now I have to look for screws that fit these holes or order a new frame altogether.

Havent ordered any thing yet  but every shopper seems happy . Well its hk based so 7-21 day will take to arrive or you could choose paid 10 day delivery.

@sadu Get some normal screws from the market. I have used them instead of the black screws provided.

Surprisingly Quadkopters have additional hex screws and screwdrivers!

Short update:
Ordered APM Mini, GPS module, 4in1 ESC, FlySky 9x, lipo, Imax B6 charger

Now it all needs to finish processing and ship to me. Will post updates with price details soon.

Each day is making this hobby difficult to follow. General behavior of LHS I can't seem to get. Out of stock products, forgetful dealers, hidden charges etc. I might build this and be done with.

which lipo are you using??

Currently planning to buy a 11.1v 3s <insert maximum mah> battery. Pocket says I can go until 3500mah.

Word of advice: NEVER plan to buy stuff from March 27 to April 2. EVER.

Financial year closing won't let you pay on time for the last days of March (I made mine on 31st - don't ask). This would create delays in starting shipping as nobody in their right mind would ship before you pay, except for a couple of dealers who went out of ethics and gave me pass.

Mahavir Jayanti comes in next where all the couriers are closed, creates another full day delay as everything shuts down(or so I'm told).
Good Friday, enough said.
Saturday helps the packed stuff move some kilometers.
Sunday.
Monday.

I got my salary late at around 7:50 on 31st. When I paid for some things, it didn't "go through" and many orders were processed the next day, April 1st. Explains everything. I have now faced everything that a person can come across, who's building a quad.

Increased prices, hidden charges, scam, delays, frustration, lies, some good retailers, some shady ones, customs officers, tax evaders, EMS, DTDC, Blue Dart, FedEx, Singapore Post and the list goes on.
Quite an interesting journey.

I had one up for sale  

You should post them on For Sale

Edit: Add incompetency to that list as somebody was busy today and couldn't ship my stuff which was already delayed. Priorities I guess.
Maybe I should sell my land, buy an Inspire 1 and be done with this hobby.

Updating after a long waiting period. I ordered most of my stuff on or before 2nd april and all of them took from one week to 13 days to deliver. DTDC just made every step of the way difficult for me, delaying and misplacing the packages. The retailers whom I had to deal with surprisingly were prompt with their replies, so even though it was frustrating(some forgot about my orders, another was a teen, out of stock items sold, too busy people etc..) I did not go all . There's nothing to say but it's the worst time for Indians to order RC stuff late March and early April.

Vibranthobbies truly deserves a special mention. They were the most supportive and immediate with updates. The shipping options they give is just more than you could ask for. Excellent customer care. Clean website design, easy payments and the only bad thing is their stock need more LiPo, flight controllers, fpv gear, frames and the obvious thing every LHS out there purposefully ignore: budget radios.


Updated config:

Copter 1:
  s500 PNF combo from rcproduct.in - 8800/-
    Multistar 15A ESC, Multistar 983kv Motors, carbon fiber + fiber glass frame, power breakout cable, low voltage alarm, zip locks, 9443 self tightening plastic props etc.
  9443 self tightening CF props from vibranthobbies.com - 1200/-
  Imax B6 Genuine Charger from vibranthobbies.com - 2400/-
  Zippy Flightmax 3s 5000mah from rcskyhobby.com - 3000/-
  RCB6i Controller - 2700/- (from user kittuk4)
  APM 2.6 Full kit w/ GPS, telemetry, power module etc. - 7500/- (from user parichya.gautam)

Total: 25600/- (so right on budget again)

Copter 2:
  ST360 ARF combo from quadkopters.com - 3600/-
    1000kv brushless, aluminium + hard plastic non pcb frame, 8045 plastic props, battery strap
  Mini APM combo w/ GPS from gadgetsdeal.in - 6500/-
 (to order:)
  Emax 4in1 25A ESC ~2200
  6-9ch radio (might swap with rcb if superior) ~3000 - ~7500
  2200 - 4200mah LiPo ~1800 - ~3000
  B6/B3 Charger ~2500 - ~1000

Total: 20000/- (on budget, smaller size/features)


I (will have) ordered around 45k worth rc stuff for the two copters. Most of the hobby shops do not give a damn about the customer, it feels cheap and almost like talking to a street vendor at times. The worst part is when you get ignored for genuine queries. People will pay, they will pay you more if you truly are here to stay and not make some nifty profit.

it can be made a lot more cheaper if you order your non radio stuff from banggood like .... esc, lipo , prop, flight controller , power distribution board , quade frames only , lipo charger(only of small size),  it is risky to order brushless motor from banggood coz it may get stuck in customs but you can try,

i made my 360 quade within 14000. in my opinion you can save atleast 4000-5000 from banggood....

it takes Little more time to arrive atleast 30 days approx and be sure to order in small packages ....  a large order makes them suspicious of items

remember dont order rc radios if you do most probably you will get a notice from customs asking for radio frequency licences and even if you provide them with all documents necessary most probably they will not release the parcel 

The whole point of my purchase was to get it fast
I really don't mind spending 4/5k extra if every part comes in <15 days. It also helps grow our local business doesn't it?
However as you said, it is better to get the radio from India and rest from outside shops. I got a full quadcopter with radio from China without any customs hassle but it did take a month to reach.

@sadu

Thank you sir, for your kind words.

We accept your comments regarding stock. We are carefully evaluating and placing orders to different suppliers in less volume.
Soon, we will improve our stock.

You may consider EMAX 4-in-1 ESC 25A available at our site.
Within a week we will be receiving batteries from Hobbyking - brands like Turnigy, Zippy, Zippy compact etc.

Thanks/Regards

Kumaran