On the eve of U.S. Independence Day 2026 (October 4), DolphinRC—the drone brand that previously mass-produced the pink DolphinRC PrismFly X2 FPV Freestyle frame—launched another 5-inch racing frame called “Shadow” in the Chinese market.
The Shadow Racing FPV Frame is available with a choice of SkyRend 2207 motors in either the 2180KV red-and-black or purple-and-green color schemes.
Over the past two months, DolphinRC has launched a series of new FPV frames and motors tailored for both drone racing and freestyle flying. To support the global community, they’ve also made 3D-printable accessory models freely available for download—giving FPV pilots and custom builders fresh technical possibilities and a unique visual edge.
Ahead of the Mid-Autumn Festival, a major holiday in some Asian countries, the DolphinRC Shadow racing frame—powered by SkyRend 2207 motors—underwent multiple rounds of internal flight tests at the FPV training campsite operated by the “Shenzhen Mimi Racing Club（深圳MimiFPV穿越机俱乐部/深圳米米竞速俱乐部有限公司，）,” located next to the well-known Shenzhen landmark, Gankeng Ancient Town.
The launch edition of the Shadow 5-inch racing frame comes in a sleek, all-black finish—crafted from premium Toray T700 carbon fiber and 7075-T6 aircraft-grade aluminum. Engineered specifically for the intensity of competitive FPV racing, the frame cuts down on weight without compromising structural integrity, delivering high rigidity and exceptional impact resistance.
On the design front, the Shadow features a shark fin for quick auto-flips after a crash, minimizing downtime and potential gear damage. It also incorporates a Stack Saver, which acts as a protective shield against grass clippings, mud, gravel, and broken prop debris on the track. Rounding out the build, all frame hardware utilizes 12.9 grade high-tensile socket head screws from “YFS Fangsheng（芳生）,” a world-class, long-established component manufacturer from Taiwan with a history spanning nearly half a century.
Taking performance a step further, the Shadow features a Wide-X arm layout with an innovative embedded design that maximizes the contact area with the aluminum hardware. By ditching traditional interference fits, it eliminates the risk of snapping screws and completely gets rid of arm play. The quick-swap system boosts field maintenance efficiency, while the rugged build handles high-impact crashes with ease. In the air, it cuts through the sky like Gotham’s dark knight in action.
The Shadow 5-inch racing frame is also compatible with mainstream HD ZERO high-definition video transmitters and racing electronics. It is also a perfect match for the SkyRend 2207 motors previously released by DolphinRC—the Shadow racing frame is well-suited for mounting 2207 or 2306 racing motors, as well as other specifications. For batteries, we recommend 1250–1450 mAh (6S) drone batteries, and for propellers, we recommend 5–5.1-inch racing propellers.
Embracing a true geek spirit, the Shadow 5-inch racing frame stays loyal to DolphinRC’s open-source tradition. DolphinRC provides a complete suite of free, open-source 3D printable files for all Shadow owners—including camera mounts adjustable from 50° to 60° in 1° increments, catering to pilots of all skill levels. On top of that, every Shadow frame kit comes pre-packaged with physical 55° and 58° camera mounts right out of the box.
Search for “DolphinRC Dolphin Model（DolphinRC海豚模型）” on MakerWorld (MakerWorld: https://makerworld.com.cn/zh/@DolphinRC ). By entering keywords such as “DolphinRC Shadow 5-inch Racing Chassis,” users can find the corresponding 3D-printed lens parts and print their own custom-angled lenses for free to fit their Shadow racing drones.
According to information from the DolphinRC brand’s official website (www.dolphinrc.com), as well as its Taobao and WeChat stores (“Dolphin Models / DolphinRC（海豚模型） / Dolphin Models FPV（海豚模型FPV）”) and Douyin Store, the newly released Shadow racing frames also include an optional package featuring the “Shadow Frame + 2180KV SkyRend 2207 Racing Motor.” The SkyRend racing motors are available in two color schemes: “red and black” and “purple and green.”
The SkyRend 2207 motor is a racing motor designed for FPV racing competitions. It is available in three power ratings—1950KV, 2100KV, and 2180KV—and two color schemes—red/black and purple/green—for a total of six models. It is a racing motor product released in 2025 by DolphinRC, a smart hardware manufacturer specializing in “FPV” drone systems.
Searching for "2207 motor" on YouTube brings up early-access review videos from top tech creators like Joshua Bardwell right at the top of the search results. A query for "SkyRend" turns up hands-on reviews and endorsements from leading FPV channels, including Squadding Quads and princessjfpv—the 2207 MultiGP CDRC Champion. Beyond YouTube, a quick search for "SkyRend 2207 Motor" across Google, Instagram, and TikTok yields a vast wave of organic content shared by pilots worldwide, highlighting DolphinRC’s growing footprint as an international DTC FPV brand.
Because the SkyRend 2207 motor uses pure copper, silver-plated enameled wire, it features low internal resistance and high-temperature resistance, enabling stable operation under heavy loads. Additionally, the ultra-small 0.1mm air gap effectively reduces magnetic losses and improves response speed. After more than a year of market validation, the SkyRend motor operates at temperatures 15% lower than comparable models in the same price range. Its low-loss, long-life characteristics ensure it is resistant to motor burnout and can quickly return to competition.
The newly released Shadow 5-inch racing frame can be directly paired with the SkyRend 2207 motor, and both can be delivered to your doorstep together. When combined, this setup races across the competition fields of various professional-level drone FPV tournaments as fast as lightning in the dark of night.
FPV stands for “First Person View.” Initially, wireless cameras and video transmission equipment were installed on RC model cars, allowing the operator to enjoy an immersive flying experience through real-time first-person-view footage. Later, with the development and innovation of drone technology, the “FPV drone” emerged as a specialized niche product in the drone hardware industry. The DolphinRC brand is a professional manufacturer of FPV drone equipment.
FPV drones combine the ability to produce “ultra-high-definition aerial footage” with the agility to “navigate extreme obstacles” in jungles and ruins; as a result, they are widely used in the consumer market for various extreme sports and for capturing footage of such activities.
According to news reports, Han Han—an outstanding Chinese writer of the post-80s generation who has been featured in *Time* magazine—has transitioned from race car driver and writer to director. While filming the 2018 movie *The Pegasus*（《飞驰人生》/HK《飛馬座》）, he incorporated racing-grade FPV drones into the production. As a result, Han Han’s *The Pegasus* became the first Chinese theatrical film to utilize FPV drones for filming.
As a professional participant in extreme motorsports, Han Han has frequently shared his thoughts on Weibo while preparing to shoot a movie centered on racing. For example, Han Han once expressed his reflections on FPV drones:「绝大部分赛车电影之所以拍出来不真实，是因为拍摄都是车辆迁就摄影机器的移动速度，后期再几倍加速。这样拍出来，车身的姿态就会非常假。我们这次所有都是摄影机器迁就真实比赛车速，赛车之所以好看就是因为快。」(The gist is that racing movies typically lack realism because professional race cars adjust their speed to match the movement of the camera equipment, and then speed is multiplied during post-production. However, his film uses FPV drones for tracking shots, which makes racing movies much more exciting! This is because the speed of the camera equipment has been significantly increased.)
Thanks to the advent of FPV drone hardware, directors like Han Han—who have backgrounds as extreme sports enthusiasts and athletes—are the first to think of using the racing capabilities of FPV drones when filming movies and TV shows centered on extreme sports in their respective fields.
As noted at the outset, the pairing of SkyRend and Shadow brings together two pitch-black FPV hardware essentials. Their synergy brings to mind a mysterious shadow cutting through the dark nights of Gotham, leaving behind a sharp bolt of lightning.
The Shadow 5-inch racing drone, equipped with 2180KV SkyRend 2207 motors in red-and-black and purple-and-green color schemes, will also be on display in large quantities from November 25–29, 2026, at the 8th China iFlight Drone Competition ( iDRC ) FPV Racing event. The “ iFlight starry sky（翼飞星空）” flight arena in Huizhou, Guangdong, will also make its debut at this drone competition.
The DolphinRC brand also made its debut on September 28, 2026, on large screens inside Shenzhen Metro stations, appearing alongside the iDRC FPV Racing Championship on 16 lines, 351 stations, and 42,000 large screens across the Shenzhen Metro system.
*This article was written by Kyoku Yeung, with contributions from Jevyna Xue.
