How much can the Maxi Joker REALLY lift?

[crewchief]

All of the standard descriptions of the Maxi-Joker 2 say that it can lift a payload of UP TO 2 Kg, which isn't very much, considering the $3500 investment and 6 Kg empty weight. Most helis can lift somewhere close to their own weight. I think my T-Rex could easily lift 2 Kg, and probably a lot more. Talking to the guys on the phone, they say the Maxi Joker 2 can lift up to 10 lbs. That's a BIG difference from what the factory specs state, and considering the guys on the phone have a vested interest in selling you their product, I'd be more inclined to believe the 2 Kg number. Anybody have first-hand experience with this?
Thanks!

[N74DV]

given the proper power combo a Maxi can lift 10lbs. More if you want to reduce flight times and stress components

[crewchief]

Thanks, that's good to know. Seems to me like the Joker is the best quality machine of its size.

[Edge111]

How much can you carry and still safely auto DJ?

[N74DV]

on 720's the most I would go with a front mount is 15lb. With an underslung it could get hairy at more than 12lb

you can slide a front mount in with a good deal of forward speed to maintain lift through touchdown. With underslung you can have only a very little lateral movement lest you risk a tip over.

[R-4-L]

would you say that a joker2 with HP370 and a 10S lipoly setup a powerful combo?