The Fangchengbao Tai 3 redefines off-road safety and adventure convenience with its integrated Lingyuan intelligent onboard drone system, a collaborative innovation between Fangchengbao and DJI. This purpose-built DJI Air 3S customized drone, housed in a roof-mounted intelligent hangar, enables proactive terrain and water source reconnaissance for camping sites while enhancing Off-road traversal safety. With capabilities including dynamic takeoff/landing, 4K dual-camera imaging, and seamless vehicle-machine integration, it transforms the vehicle into a versatile off-road command center, eliminating uncertainties in uncharted wilderness environments .
Off-road exploration often involves unpredictable obstacles—hidden gullies, waterlogged sections, or sudden landslides—that can jeopardize both vehicle and occupants. The Tai 3’s drone serves as an "aerial eye" to mitigate these risks. Activated via the 15.6-inch DiLink 100 infotainment screen, the drone completes takeoff in just 10 seconds as the roof hangar’s retractable platform elevates . Even when the vehicle is moving at speeds below 25 km/h, it maintains stable flight, extending the driver’s field of vision beyond the next hill or curve.
Equipped with 24mm wide-angle and 70mm medium-telephoto 4K HDR cameras, the drone transmits real-time footage to the vehicle’s display, allowing precise identification of terrain gradients, surface hardness, and hidden hazards like submerged potholes or loose gravel . Its 2-kilometer anti-interference image transmission range ensures comprehensive reconnaissance of upcoming routes. When paired with the vehicle’s iATS intelligent all-terrain recognition system, the drone’s data helps the system automatically switch between sand, mud, or snow modes, optimizing traction before the vehicle even encounters challenging terrain .
Finding an ideal camping spot—flat, safe, and near water sources—becomes effortless with the Tai 3’s drone. Upon reaching a potential camping area, users can deploy the drone via voice command or the Lingyuan app integrated into the vehicle’s system. The drone’s AI scene recognition algorithm scans the surroundings, identifying flat terrain suitable for tent pitching while marking potential hazards such as overhanging branches or unstable rock formations .
Water source detection is equally streamlined. The drone’s high-resolution cameras can identify surface water bodies like streams or ponds within a 1-kilometer radius, with image enhancement technology distinguishing between stagnant and flowing water. This eliminates the need for time-consuming ground searches and reduces exposure to wildlife or rough terrain . After reconnaissance, the drone automatically generates a topographical overview of the recommended campsite, which syncs with the vehicle’s navigation system to guide precise parking.
Beyond pathfinding, the drone acts as a mobile security guard for off-road adventures. During overnight camping, activating the drone’s automatic patrol mode triggers it to circle the campsite at a low altitude. Equipped with infrared cameras, it monitors for wildlife activity or unauthorized intrusions, with alerts instantly sent to the vehicle’s infotainment system . This continuous surveillance provides campers with peace of mind after dark.
The drone’s safety features extend to emergency scenarios. Its full-directional obstacle avoidance radar and centimeter-level positioning accuracy ensure safe operation even in dense vegetation or narrow valleys . In case of unexpected vehicle immobilization, the drone can be deployed to scout nearby rescue routes or transmit the vehicle’s exact location via real-time imagery. With a battery life exceeding 30 minutes and 100W in-hangar fast charging, it maintains readiness for extended missions .
The Lingyuan system’s true strength lies in its deep integration with the Tai 3’s vehicle architecture. The drone’s flight parameters sync in real-time with the vehicle’s speed, trajectory, and driving mode—when the Tai 3 switches to mountain mode, the drone automatically adjusts its flight height and camera angle for optimal terrain analysis . Retrieval is equally efficient: with one tap on the screen, the drone returns to the roof hangar in approximately 15 seconds, even on slightly bumpy ground .
The vehicle’s 78.72kWh high-capacity battery (exclusive to the drone version) ensures reliable power for both the vehicle and the drone, while the hangar’s built-in thermal management system maintains battery performance in extreme temperatures—boosting low-temperature charging efficiency by 40% and preventing overheating in high heat . This integration eliminates the logistical burdens of standalone drones, such as manual transportation and external charging.
The Fangchengbao Tai 3’s onboard drone system transcends traditional navigation tools by turning reactive off-road travel into proactive exploration. Its combination of terrain reconnaissance, campsite assessment, and safety monitoring capabilities addresses the core challenges of wilderness adventures. For off-road enthusiasts and camping lovers, this integration of automotive engineering and aerial technology does more than enhance safety—it unlocks new possibilities for confident, convenient exploration of the great outdoors. As a benchmark for scenario-based intelligent mobility, it redefines what an off-road vehicle can achieve.
