EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle Guide: 115mm 1S Micro Specs
The EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle is a 1S-powered, 2.5-inch open-prop freestyle micro built on a 115 mm wheelbase that weighs 53 g without a battery, pairing TH1103 7000KV motors with an F4 flight controller, a 4-in-1 5A ESC and a 37-channel 25 mW analog video link. This guide decodes the full specification, explains the FrSky D8/D16 receiver, lists what is in the box, and compares it with the Nanohawk X racer and the RTF Tinyhawk Lite Adventure. If you want a brushless micro that is more agile than a ducted whoop but far cheaper to crash than a 5-inch quad, this is EMAX’s most affordable entry into open-prop flying.
What is the EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle?
The Tinyhawk Freestyle sits between the ducted Tinyhawk whoops and the dedicated racers in EMAX’s micro line-up. Where the original Tinyhawk hides its 65 mm props inside protective ducts, the Freestyle removes the ducts and mounts 2.5-inch Avan Rush three-blade props on an open 115 mm frame — keeping the low cost and crash energy of the whoop family, but gaining real speed and agility.
It is sold as a BNF (Bind-And-Fly) unit: the flight controller, ESC, receiver, camera and video transmitter come pre-installed and factory-tuned — add a FrSky-protocol transmitter and FPV goggles, and you are ready to fly. For an overview of the whole family see the EMAX Tinyhawk micro whoop guide; current price is on the Tinyhawk Freestyle product page.
EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle specifications at a glance
| Specification | EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle (BNF) |
|---|---|
| Diagonal wheelbase (without props) | 115 mm |
| Max aircraft size (without antenna) | 180 mm |
| Aircraft weight (without battery) | 53 g |
| Motor | TH1103, 7000KV |
| Propeller | Avan Rush, 2.5-inch, 3-blade |
| Flight controller | F4 (MATEKF411RX firmware) |
| ESC | 4-in-1, 5A |
| Receiver | FrSky D8/D16 compatible |
| Video transmitter | 25 mW, 37 channels (5.8 GHz) |
| Battery | 1S 450 mAh HV LiPo ×2 (included) |
| SKU / price | 0110001084 / $161.68 |
Three numbers define this machine: a 115 mm wheelbase (same footprint class as the 120 mm Nanohawk X), a 53 g dry weight that keeps crash energy low, and a $161.68 price with two batteries and a charger included — one of the least expensive ways into open-prop brushless flying in the EMAX range.
How does the 1S power system perform?
The Tinyhawk Freestyle runs on single-cell HV LiPo power: a 1S 450 mAh HV pack delivers roughly 3.8 V nominal and about 4.35 V fully charged. EMAX pairs that low voltage with the TH1103 at 7000KV — a deliberately high KV rating for the 1S regime, driving 2.5-inch props through a 5A 4-in-1 ESC. The result is the snappy throttle response micro freestyle demands, without the cost of a 2S–6S setup.
The trade-off of any 1S platform is total energy: flight times are measured in minutes. As a reference point, EMAX’s spec for the 65 mm Tinyhawk lists around 4 minutes on a 1S 320 mAh pack, and the Freestyle’s 450 mAh packs are in the same order of magnitude — which is why the box includes two batteries, so you swap and keep flying while the other charges. For cell counts, C-ratings and HV chemistry, the FPV LiPo battery guide covers the basics.
The included VTX broadcasts at 25 mW across 37 channels on 5.8 GHz. Modest by racing standards, that output means flying within visual range; the fixed 25 mW ceiling also keeps the model legal and neighbor-friendly in most jurisdictions — one more reason it suits park flying.
Tinyhawk Freestyle vs Nanohawk X vs Tinyhawk Lite Adventure
These three EMAX micros share a 1S philosophy but serve different buyers. The table below uses only specifications published on each product page.
| Specification | Tinyhawk Freestyle | Nanohawk X | Tinyhawk Lite Adventure (RTF) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 115 mm | 120 mm | 115 mm |
| Weight (w/o battery) | 53 g | 41 ± 2 g | ~59 g |
| Motor | TH1103 7000KV | TH12025 11000KV | 1020 coreless |
| Propeller | Avan Rush 2.5″, 3-blade | 1609 3″, 2-blade | 65 mm, 3-blade |
| Receiver | FrSky D8/D16 | SPI FrSky D8/D16 | ELRS 2.4G (SPI) |
| VTX power | 25 mW, 37CH | 0–200 mW, 37CH | 0/25/100/400 mW, 40CH |
| Battery | 1S 450 mAh HV ×2 | 1S 450 mAh HV | 1S 850 mAh |
| Price | $161.68 | $233.29 | $346.48 |
Read the numbers and the positioning becomes clear. The Nanohawk X is 12 g lighter (41±2 g versus 53 g), runs its 11000KV motor roughly 1.6 times higher in KV terms and transmits at up to 200 mW — the racer of the family, covered in its dedicated guide. The Lite Adventure is an RTF kit around a coreless 1020 motor with an 850 mAh pack; at $346.48 it includes everything including the radio. The Freestyle at $161.68 is the middle path: brushless open-prop performance at nearly half that price, with a second battery and charger in the box.
Which transmitter works with the Tinyhawk Freestyle?
The BNF receiver is compatible with FrSky D8 and D16 protocols. Any transmitter supporting those protocols binds directly — no external module, no soldering. If you already fly a FrSky-protocol radio, your transmitter will work. If your radio is ExpressLRS-based, note that ELRS is a different protocol family: EMAX sells other models (Tinyhawk III Plus, Lite Adventure) with ELRS receivers, so check the protocol before buying. The FPV radio controller guide explains compatibility in detail.
What is in the box, and how should the first flights go?
The Tinyhawk Freestyle ships as a complete flying kit: the drone, an instruction manual, two 1S 450 mAh HV LiPo batteries, a charger, a spare propeller set (two CW, two CCW) and a screw pack. The spare props matter — open-prop micros eventually find walls and gravel. The FPV propeller guide explains how size, pitch and blade count translate into feel.
For the first flights, pick a calm day and an open grass area: at 53 g without a battery the Freestyle handles light wind, but it is not a heavy-lift machine. Start with gentle punch-outs at medium throttle to learn the 7000KV throttle curve, then progress to rolls, dives and small gaps. Charge both batteries before you leave home — one 450 mAh pack rarely satisfies a new pilot.
Who should buy the Tinyhawk Freestyle — and who should step up?
Buy the Tinyhawk Freestyle if you want your first open-prop brushless micro, already own (or plan to buy) a FrSky-protocol radio and goggles, and value low crash cost. It is also a sensible second drone for whoop pilots who have outgrown ducts but are not ready for 3S–4S power.
Step up to the EMAX Nanohawk X if gate racing and 200 mW video range are the priority, or to the Babyhawk-R RACE 136mm (guide here) for a true 3S–4S racing machine. For raw 5-inch freestyle power, the EMAX Buzz 245mm plays in a different league — and the Tinyhawk Lite Adventure RTF kit remains the one-box answer for pilots who do not own a radio yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle good for beginners?
Yes, with one condition. The 1S battery, 53 g airframe and low crash cost make it a forgiving first brushless drone, and the two-battery kit means continuous practice. The condition is the radio: a BNF with a FrSky D8/D16 receiver means a beginner without a transmitter should buy one separately or pick the RTF Tinyhawk Lite Adventure instead.
What batteries does the Tinyhawk Freestyle use?
It uses 1S 450 mAh HV LiPo packs, two of which come in the box plus a charger. HV (high-voltage) chemistry charges to about 4.35 V per cell instead of the usual 4.2 V, giving slightly more capacity at the same weight. Stick to 1S HV: higher cell counts are not supported by the 5A 4-in-1 ESC.
Can the Tinyhawk Freestyle fly outdoors?
Yes. Open 2.5-inch props and a 115 mm frame suit parks and backyards in calm weather. At 53 g it stays stable in light wind, but the 25 mW video link and small battery mean short sessions, visual range and no flying in gusts.
How is it different from the EMAX Nanohawk X?
Both are 1S open-prop micros with similar wheelbases (115 mm versus 120 mm), but they target different pilots. The Nanohawk X is 12 g lighter, spins an 11000KV motor on a 3-inch prop and transmits up to 200 mW — a racing setup costing $233.29. The Freestyle is cheaper at $161.68, uses a friendlier 2.5-inch prop and includes a second battery — the better first open-prop drone for casual freestyle.
Does the Tinyhawk Freestyle include everything needed to fly?
Almost. The box contains the drone, two 1S 450 mAh HV batteries, a charger, spare propellers and screws. You still need a FrSky D8/D16 transmitter and FPV goggles with a 5.8 GHz analog receiver — the two items that justify the RTF Lite Adventure kit for pilots starting from zero.
Summary
The EMAX Tinyhawk Freestyle distills the micro freestyle formula into one affordable BNF package: a 115 mm open frame at 53 g, TH1103 7000KV motors on a 5A 4-in-1 ESC, a 37-channel 25 mW analog link and two 1S 450 mAh HV batteries with a charger. It will not outrun the Nanohawk X or match a 5-inch Buzz, but as a first open-prop brushless drone for park freestyle it balances price, performance and crash cost better than anything else in EMAX’s 1S line-up. Check current price on the Tinyhawk Freestyle product page — and pair it with a ducted Tinyhawk whoop for indoor practice if you are building a micro hangar.