FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone 3.7v 450mAh LiPo Battery FTX0508

Overview

The FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone 3.7v 450mAh LiPo Battery (FTX0508) is a premium replacement battery pack designed specifically for the FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and compatible with a range of Carisma GT24 micro RC cars. This high-quality LiPo battery delivers reliable power for extended flight times and consistent performance across multiple models. Whether you're an experienced RC enthusiast looking for spare batteries to keep your fleet running all day, or a beginner exploring the world of electric RC drones and micro cars in the UK, this battery pack offers excellent value and dependable energy storage.

As a dedicated RC hobbyist, you'll appreciate having multiple battery packs available so you can rotate between flights without downtime. This particular battery is engineered to provide consistent voltage delivery and stable performance throughout its discharge cycle, making it ideal for competitive racing or casual recreational flying. The compact form factor ensures it fits perfectly into your FTX Sky Flash drone or compatible Carisma GT24 models, whilst the LiPo chemistry offers superior power density compared to older NiMH alternatives.

For those discovering RC drones and micro cars for the first time, understanding your power requirements is essential. The FTX0508 battery is specifically calibrated to deliver optimal performance in the FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and Carisma GT24 platform, ensuring you get the maximum flight time and responsive handling that these models are designed to provide. With this battery, you're investing in genuine FTX-branded quality that's recognised throughout the RC community.

Key Features

• 3.7 Volt Single Cell Configuration — This 1S LiPo battery operates at 3.7 volts, providing the exact voltage specification required for the FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and Carisma GT24 micro RC cars, ensuring perfect compatibility and optimal performance without the risk of over-voltage damage to your model's electronics.
• 450mAh Capacity — With a 450mAh (milliamp-hour) capacity, this battery strikes an excellent balance between weight and flight time, delivering extended operational periods without adding excessive mass that could compromise agility and responsiveness in aerial racing or micro car performance.
• LiPo Chemistry — Lithium Polymer technology offers superior energy density compared to older battery technologies, meaning you get more power packed into a smaller, lighter package, which is critical for maintaining the performance characteristics that racing drones and micro RC cars are engineered for.
• Compact Dimensions — Measuring just 43mm in length, 19mm in width, and 8mm in height, this battery fits seamlessly into the dedicated battery compartments of the FTX Sky Flash and Carisma GT24 models, ensuring a snug fit that maintains your model's centre of gravity and aerodynamic balance.
• Flight Battery Designation — Specifically rated and certified as a flight battery, this pack meets the stringent requirements for aerial use, giving you confidence that your investment in a genuine FTX product will perform reliably and safely during every flight session.
• Multi-Model Compatibility — Beyond the primary FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone, this battery is compatible with multiple Carisma GT24 variants including the GT24 Subaru Impreza STI 2006, GT24 Toyota AE86 H2 Concept, GT24RS, GT24R, and GT24 2.0 Subaru Impreza WRC, making it an exceptionally versatile spare battery for collectors and serious RC car enthusiasts in the UK.
• Reliable Brand Heritage — FTX is a recognised manufacturer of quality RC products, and this battery carries the confidence of genuine factory-engineered components built to exact specifications for your specific model.

Technical Performance

The FTX0508 LiPo battery represents modern energy storage engineering optimised for micro-scale RC applications. At 3.7 volts with a 450mAh capacity, this battery pack delivers approximately 1.665 watt-hours of energy, carefully calculated to provide the perfect power window for both the FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and the Carisma GT24 micro RC car platform. The LiPo chemistry ensures that voltage remains relatively stable throughout the discharge cycle, preventing the performance degradation that occurs with older NiMH batteries where voltage drops progressively as the battery drains. This stable power delivery is crucial for maintaining consistent motor performance, responsive control inputs, and predictable handling characteristics throughout your entire flight or driving session. The compact physical dimensions—43mm length, 19mm width, and 8mm height—demonstrate excellent space efficiency, allowing the battery to integrate seamlessly into purpose-designed compartments without requiring modifications or compromises to your model's aerodynamic design or weight distribution. The battery's specific energy density allows it to deliver adequate current draw for the small brushed motors used in these micro-scale platforms whilst maintaining thermal stability. For RC enthusiasts in the UK seeking reliable, genuine replacement batteries that maintain their model's performance specifications, the FTX0508 represents proper engineering that respects the manufacturer's original design parameters.

What's in the Box

• 1x FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone 3.7v 450mAh LiPo Battery

Frequently Asked Questions

• Is this battery compatible with my FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone? — Yes, the FTX0508 is specifically engineered for the FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and is the manufacturer-recommended battery for this model. The 3.7 volt, 450mAh specifications exactly match the power requirements of the Sky Flash platform.
• What Carisma GT24 models does this battery work with? — This battery is compatible with the Carisma GT24 Subaru Impreza STI 2006 1/24 Micro RTR, Carisma GT24 Toyota AE86 H2 Concept 1/24 Micro RTR, Carisma GT24RS 1/24th Retro Micro Rally Car, Carisma GT24R 1/24th 4WD Brushless Micro Rally Car in Red, and the Carisma GT24 2.0 Subaru Impreza WRC 1999 4WD 1/24 Micro RTR, giving you broad compatibility across the Carisma micro car range.
• How long will this battery keep my model running? — Flight time and runtime depend on your specific model's motor power, flying style, and driving conditions. However, the 450mAh capacity provides a reasonable operational window for both the FTX Sky Flash drone and Carisma GT24 micro cars, with most users experiencing multiple flights or drives per charge under typical usage conditions.
• What voltage is this battery? — This is a 3.7 volt 1S (single cell) LiPo battery, providing the exact voltage specification required for your FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and compatible Carisma GT24 models. Using the correct voltage is essential to prevent damage to your model's electronics and ensure optimal performance.
• Is this a genuine FTX product? — Yes, the FTX0508 is a genuine factory-manufactured battery from FTX, carrying the full specification guarantee and quality assurance that comes with authentic FTX products. The EAN code 5056135715796 identifies this as a verified genuine component.
• How should I care for and store this LiPo battery? — Whilst specific charging and storage instructions aren't detailed in the manufacturer specifications provided, LiPo batteries should generally be stored in a cool, dry place and charged with a quality LiPo-compatible charger. Never leave LiPo batteries on charge unattended, and always inspect for physical damage before use.
• What is the physical size of this battery? — The FTX0508 measures 43mm in length, 19mm in width, and 8mm in height, making it a compact pack that integrates seamlessly into the dedicated battery compartments of the FTX Sky Flash Racing Drone and Carisma GT24 models.
• Why should I choose LiPo over older NiMH batteries? — LiPo batteries offer significantly higher energy density, meaning they deliver more power in a smaller, lighter package. They also maintain more consistent voltage throughout discharge, preventing the performance degradation that occurs with NiMH technology. For racing drones and micro RC cars where weight and performance are critical, LiPo is the clear modern choice.

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