Shimoda Core Unit - Drone Mini - Black (520-470)
Shimoda Core Unit - Drone Mini - Black (520-470) - padded storage for a DJI Mini-series kit
At a trailhead or beside the car, a compact drone kit is easier to manage when its pieces have a dedicated place. The Shimoda Core Unit - Drone Mini - Black (520-470) is a padded insert for DJI Mini-series drones, with compartments for the drone, an RC Pro controller, spare batteries and filters. Its compact layout keeps those essentials together, rather than mixed in with camera equipment. Take it along on a hike from a base camp, or keep the drone kit separate from your other gear in a larger pack. The padded dividers separate the contents, while padding in the lid adds protection when the unit shifts inside a backpack. This black version is made to match Shimoda’s Explore and Action X bags, and the unit can also be carried on its own. It’s a focused storage option for Mini-series owners who want their flight kit organised and ready to move.
Drone Kit Details
- Mini-series layout: The compartments accommodate a DJI Mini-series drone alongside an RC Pro controller, spare batteries and filters. Each item has a place within the padded insert.
- Padded protection: Soft dividers separate the kit, and padding in the lid adds cushioning from above. That extra coverage matters when the insert moves around inside a larger backpack.
- YKK zipper: A YKK zipper closes the unit securely, keeping the organised kit contained while travelling in a pack or being carried separately.
- Clear TPU pockets: Two transparent pockets offer extra storage for small items such as batteries or a lens cloth. Their clear fronts make it quicker to spot what’s inside.
- Pack compatibility: The unit fits the upper storage compartment of the Shimoda Action X40 and larger backpacks. Keeping drone equipment in that separate section leaves the rest of your camera gear apart from it.
Specialist Note
Loose batteries, filters and a controller are easy to misplace once a drone kit gets mixed into a camera bag. I like that this unit can leave the backpack behind: its detachable shoulder strap gives you a way to carry just the drone equipment on a short walk from camp. There’s also a dedicated AirTag pocket, a useful place for a tracker if you want to keep tabs on the case. I’d point Mini-series owners to this version for compact outings or for keeping a separate flight kit in an Action X40 or larger pack. Its focus is specifically the smaller drone format, not a general-purpose gear insert.
Good to know
The black colour coordinates with Shimoda Explore and Action X bags. Shimoda also offers Drone Core units in boa for Urban Explore and Side Street bags. Both colour versions are described as durable and water-resistant, so this black insert keeps the same practical finish while matching a different part of the Shimoda range.
What's Included
- Shimoda Core Unit Drone Mini, black
- Shoulder strap
Technical Specifications
- Brand: Shimoda
- Model: Core Unit Drone Mini, 520-470
- Type: Padded drone equipment insert
- Compatible drone range: DJI Mini series
- External dimensions (W × H × D): 26 × 18 × 10 cm
- Internal dimensions (W × H × D): 24 × 17 × 8 cm
- Weight: 250 g
- Colour: Black
- Included carrying option: Detachable shoulder strap
Shimoda Core Unit - Drone Mini - Black (520-470) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
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Warranty & Returns
Warranty & Returns
Warranty & Returns Info
At Hard to Find Camera Store, we offer a 2-year warranty on all new products and a 6-month warranty on used equipment. If you're not fully satisfied with your purchase, you can return it within 14 days of delivery for a refund or exchange, provided the item is in its original condition.
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Shimoda Core Unit - Drone Mini - Black (520-470) is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Warranty
New Equipment: 2 year warranty.
Used Equipment: 6 month warranty.
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