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RadioMaster T8L

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The cheapest way into ExpressLRS 2.4 GHz, 204 g. It has no screen at all: you set it up in a web browser over USB-C, which is fine once and awkward at the field.

Specification last checked 2026-07-27

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RadioMaster T8L

Recorded specification

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PropertyValueSource
Control link protocol decides fitThe transmitter-to-receiver RF protocol. NOT the same as the receiver-to-FC serial protocol.ExpressLRSRadioMaster product specificationschecked 2026-07-27Quote 1, below the table
Control link band decides fitBands do not interoperate. A bare '900 MHz' usually means 915 in US listings: review, never guess.2.4 GHzRadioMaster product specificationschecked 2026-07-27Quote 1, below the table
Control channelsHow many switches and sticks the radio can send at once.10Oscar Liangchecked 2026-07-27Quote 2, below the table
Hall-effect gimbalsMagnetic sensors rather than potentiometers: no wiper to wear out, so the sticks keep their centre for the life of the radio.YesOscar Liangchecked 2026-07-27Quote 2, below the table
Maximum transmit powerRange headroom. Note that the legal ceiling where you fly may be well below the radio's maximum: the compliance panel is what answers that.20 dBmRadioMaster product specificationschecked 2026-07-27Quote 1, below the table
WeightBuild-critical rather than compat-critical: needed to answer registration and class questions.204 gOscar Liangchecked 2026-07-27Quote 2, below the table
  1. RadioMaster product specificationschecked 2026-07-27T8L Radio Controller: Channels: Up to 10 channels (depending on the model/receiver); X5 Hall-effect, quad ball-bearing, nano gimbals; RF Module: 2.4GHz ExpressLRS(SX1281); Frequency: 2.400GHz-2.480GHz; RF power: Adjustable 10dBm(10mW) - Max 20dBm(100mW); Weight: 204g; Battery: 3.7v 18650 x 2 (Not Included); Web-UI support (no screen required) for full configuration.
  2. Oscar Liangchecked 2026-07-27Radiomaster T8L: fully functional ExpressLRS radio for just $35; Supports up to 10 channels; Hall-effect Gimbals; Adjustable 10dBm (10mW) to 20dBm (100mW); 302g including battery, 204g without battery; Two 18650 cells (not included); complete lack of a display; Browser-based UI via USB-C; 2.4GHz ExpressLRS (SX1281).

Where to buy

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What this fits

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Complete drone

Does not work with (4)Works with (44)Not enough recorded specification (70)

All complete drone · All 89 complete drone checked against this radio

AIO board (FC + ESC)

Works with (2)Not enough recorded specification (4)

All aio board (fc + esc)

Receiver

Does not work with (7)Works with (11)Not enough recorded specification (2)

All receiver · All 18 receiver checked against this radio

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