VSC 42x16.5

The Hobbywing VSC 42x16.5 VTOL Propeller is a high-performance carbon fiber propeller specifically designed for professional VTOL UAVs, large industrial drones, and heavy-lift rotor propulsion systems. Engineered to deliver high thrust, excellent wind resistance, and reliable flight stability, it is ideal for demanding applications such as logistics, mapping, inspection, surveillance, emergency response, offshore operations, and long-endurance VTOL missions.

Built with high-strength carbon fiber cloth and a premium foam core structure, the VSC 42x16.5 provides the perfect balance between rigidity, lightweight construction, high burst power capability, and aerodynamic efficiency, ensuring stable performance for professional VTOL aircraft.

High Thrust & VTOL Efficiency

The VSC 42x16.5 is optimized for VTOL rotor applications requiring strong thrust, fast response, and efficient lift performance.

With a recommended thrust range of 20–30 kg and a maximum thrust of 60 kg, this propeller is designed for medium and large VTOL UAVs requiring powerful lift and reliable operation under demanding flight conditions.

Designed for professional VTOL propulsion systems, the VSC 42x16.5 provides:

• High thrust capability

• Excellent wind resistance

• Strong burst power performance

• Stable VTOL rotor operation

• Efficient lift for industrial UAV platforms

Carbon Fiber VTOL Design

Unlike conventional multirotor propellers, the VSC 42x16.5 features a thicker VTOL-specific propeller structure, providing higher disk loading, enhanced wind resistance, and improved controllability.

This design is especially suitable for VTOL aircraft that require:

• High burst power during take-off and landing

• Strong wind resistance

• Reliable control authority

• Stable performance in demanding flight conditions

• Efficient operation across different mission profiles

Optimized for Forward Flight

The VSC 42x16.5 is designed for VTOL aircraft that transition between vertical lift and forward flight.

When combined with compatible Hobbywing H Series motors and ESCs featuring IPC Intelligent Propeller Control, the optimized propeller appearance and propeller positioning function help reduce drag and improve forward flight efficiency.

This provides:

• Reduced aerodynamic drag

• Improved forward flight efficiency

• Better endurance for VTOL missions

• Optimized propeller behavior during cruise

• More efficient hybrid VTOL operation

Strong & Lightweight Materials

The VSC 42x16.5 is made from carbon fiber and epoxy resin, with a matte frosted surface finish. This construction provides excellent strength, rigidity, durability, and stable aerodynamic performance.

This material combination offers:

• High structural strength

• Excellent rigidity

• Lightweight construction

• Stable blade shape

• Reliable long-term performance

Non-Folding Professional Propeller

The VSC 42x16.5 is a non-folding VTOL propeller, designed for professional UAV platforms requiring maximum stiffness, precise aerodynamic behavior, and stable rotor performance.

Its fixed-blade structure helps provide:

• Improved rigidity

• Consistent aerodynamic performance

• Reduced mechanical complexity

• Reliable operation under high load

• Precise rotor response for VTOL aircraft

Optimized for Hobbywing VTOL Motors

The VSC 42x16.5 is recommended for use with the Hobbywing V11122 and V11130 motors, making it a suitable propeller choice for large VTOL UAV platforms requiring high thrust and efficient rotor performance.

Recommended operating range:

• Recommended RPM: 2000–3000 RPM

• Recommended thrust: 20–30 kg

• Maximum thrust: 60 kg

Technical Specifications

Product: Hobbywing VSC 42x16.5 VTOL Propeller

• Propeller Size: 42 × 16.5 inch

• Type: VTOL non-folding propeller

• Original Name: MV 42×16.5

• Weight: 255 ±15 g

• Blade Material: Carbon fiber + epoxy resin

• Surface Finish: Matte frosted finish

• Recommended RPM Range: 2000–3000 RPM

• Recommended Thrust: 20–30 kg

• Maximum Thrust: 60 kg

• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +65°C

• Storage Temperature: -10°C to +35°C

• Storage Humidity: ≤85%

• Recommended Hobbywing Motors: V11122 / V11130

• Recommended Use: Professional VTOL UAVs, industrial drones, logistics UAVs and heavy-lift rotor propulsion systems

Motor and ESC are sold separately.