DJI Spreading Wings S1000+ Drone
The DJI Spreading Wings S1000+ is a drone from DJI — known for its Octocopter Configuration and 1045mm Diagonal Wheelbase. Check GearFocus for current availability, with buyer protection on every purchase.

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Drone Overview — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
Key Features — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
Octocopter Configuration: Eight-rotor layout provides redundancy and a stable flight platform capable of sustaining lift even if one motor underperforms.
1045mm Diagonal Wheelbase: Wide airframe footprint distributes payload weight evenly and contributes to in-air stability during professional aerial shoots.
Professional Payload Capacity: Designed to carry full-size cinema cameras and gimbals, making it suitable for high-end aerial imaging work beyond consumer drones.
Gimbal Stabilization Support: Airframe is built to integrate with third-party camera gimbals, keeping imaging payloads steady throughout flight.
Open Camera System: Does not include a fixed camera, giving operators flexibility to mount their preferred camera and gimbal combination.
6S LiPo Power System: Runs on 6S LiPo batteries, a high-performance format common in professional multirotor platforms with broad third-party availability.
Drone Specifications — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
| Spec | Detail |
|---|---|
| Type | Other |
| Battery type | 6S LiPo |
| Battery battery Life | ~15 minutes |
| Image Stabilization in Body I S | No |
| Image Stabilization digital I S | No |
| Image Stabilization type | Gimbal Stabilization |
| Body Design weight unit | kg |
| Body Design weight value | 4.4 |
| Body Design dimensions | 1045 mm diagonal wheelbase |
Description — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
The DJI Spreading Wings S1000+ is a professional octocopter platform built around a 1045mm diagonal wheelbase, giving it the physical footprint needed to carry substantial camera payloads with stability. The airframe comes in at 4.4 kg, reflecting its heavy-duty multi-rotor construction. Flight is powered by a 6S LiPo battery delivering approximately ~15 minutes of air time per charge — operators should plan battery logistics accordingly for extended shoots.
Stabilization is handled via gimbal stabilization, the appropriate method for a payload-carrying platform where a dedicated camera gimbal manages imaging smoothness. The S1000+ does not include a built-in camera or sensor system, making it a flexible foundation for integrating professional cinema or photo cameras. For buyers in the used market, this is a large-format aerial platform where the emphasis is on structural stability, payload flexibility, and the proven octocopter configuration.
Pros — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
- ✓Large 1045mm diagonal wheelbase provides a wide, stable flight platform for professional payloads
- ✓Gimbal stabilization system is built into the design approach, keeping imaging payloads steady in flight
- ✓4.4 kg airframe weight reflects robust, professional-grade construction
Cons — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
- ✗Approximately 15-minute flight time per battery charge limits mission endurance and requires multiple batteries for longer shoots
- ✗At 4.4 kg airframe weight, transport and deployment require significant effort compared to smaller consumer drones
- ✗No built-in camera, sensor, or imaging system — camera payload must be sourced, configured, and mounted separately
Videos — DJI Spreading Wings S1000+
DJI - Introducing the Spreading Wings S1000 — DJI

