Arcsky launches X55 V2 with upgrades aimed at industrial drone work
Arcsky has opened orders for the X55 V2, a new version of its X55 industrial drone built to improve accuracy, reliability and field efficiency.
The aircraft was developed from two years of operational feedback and newer onboard technology. The biggest change is a dual Here 4 GPS setup based on the u-blox F9P dual-band RTK navigation system. Arcsky said the configuration boosts positioning accuracy and reliability while enabling a moving baseline RTK option for missions in magnetically disturbed areas or during inspections near high-voltage power lines. That allows the aircraft to estimate yaw without depending on compasses, a key advantage in environments where magnetic interference can degrade navigation performance.
Arcsky also redesigned the airframe. The main body is precision-machined from a single aluminum block to increase stiffness and reduce vibration. The company said that delivers a 15% improvement in control system performance. An O-ring-sealed body is intended to support operations in light rain. Updated arm holders and landing gear are designed to speed setup and teardown without tools, an important change for industrial teams that need to move quickly between job sites. The X55 V2 also adds a rugged mil-spec master payload connector. Arcsky said the interface is built to support nearly all payloads on the market and standardize integration across current and future systems. Supported payloads will ship with a compatible mating connector. The AUX port remains in place, while the accessory power system now uses an XT60 plug to widen compatibility with third-party payloads. The XT60 output voltage can also be customized for specific mission needs.
The aircraft includes a new power board designed for higher reliability and redundancy, with dual 5V and 12V DC-DC converters for sensitive electronics. It uses the Cube Orange Plus flight controller, which includes temperature-compensated triple IMUs and vibration-dampening features intended to maintain stable performance. The X55 V2 is now available to order. The update shows how industrial drone makers are increasingly focused on practical improvements rather than headline specifications alone. For operators in inspection, utilities and other demanding sectors, better navigation resilience, faster deployment and broader payload support can directly improve uptime and expand the range of missions that can be flown safely.