The Nimbus 550 V2 Nitro is XLPower’s next evolution of its high-performance nitro-powered 550-class helicopter kit. Building on the proven foundation of the original Nimbus 550 Nitro, the V2 refines every critical system for greater smoothness, reliability, and control. It combines the precise control geometry of its electric predecessors with a robust, meticulously balanced nitro drivetrain—delivering responsive power, smooth clutch engagement, and exceptional maintainability for advanced pilots.
Part Number: XL55NK02
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Length w/o main blades: 1,148 mm
Overall height: 315 mm
Frame width: 206 mm
Frame weight: 1,500 g
Main shaft diameter: 10 mm
Feathering shaft diameter: 8 mm
Main gear: 170 T
Pinion gear：22T（20T Optional）
Main gear ratio：7.7（8.5 Optional）
Tail ratio: 4.615 （5 Optional）
Fuel tank capacity: 345 cc
Recommended blade length: 550 – 580 mm
Engine class: .50 – .55 nitro
Power system: Nitro (requires engine, pipe, servos, and gyro)
Key Improvements (V2 vs Original)
Pre-balanced clutch assembly for reduced vibration and extended bearing life
Extended engine shaft for improved axial stability and smoother operation
Re-engineered start coupling — starter cup no longer sits inside the bearing, preventing clutch loosening during operation
New tail pitch lever system adopted from the electric V2, offering stronger tail authority and crisper response
Significantly lower vibration across all RPM ranges, with smoother spool-up and more stable hover
Core Features
Redesigned Upper Swash Plate & Geometry
To eliminate unequal cyclic/collective differential, the Nimbus 550 V2 Nitro ships with a new upper swash plate and longer outer swash balls. This refinement ensures balanced servo geometry while maintaining the proven control ratios from the electric Nimbus series.
Tapered Clutch System
Borrowed from the Nitro 700 platform, the tapered clutch provides smoother engagement and easier clutch stack alignment, further enhanced in the V2 with pre-balancing for ultra-low vibration.
Rigid Airframe Core
A one-piece 7075 aluminum bearing block and servo mount form the structural backbone of the frame, giving outstanding drivetrain rigidity and stability during aggressive maneuvers.
120° Cyclic Servo Layout
Servos are arranged in a 120° layout for optimal geometry, ensuring consistent control feel across the full collective range.
Ease of Maintenance
The engine can be removed from the bottom of the frame in minutes without dismantling other assemblies. The fan shroud is independently detachable from the side, simplifying maintenance and tuning.
Balanced Gear Ratio
Standard 7.7:1 gear ratio optimized for 550–580 mm blades, offering excellent RPM and torque balance for demanding maneuvers. Optional 8.5:1 ratio upgrade extends capability to 650-class setups.
