Description:

The Viper Combat Robot Kit comes with everything you need to get started in combat robotics.

- The custom-formed 6061-T6 Aluminum chassis has plenty of strength and space for additional components and upgrades.

- A 6-Channel radio transmitter and receiver pair leaves four channels free to add any active devices you desire. (Optional, in case you already have a radio.)

- Two FingerTech "Silver Spark" 33.3:1 ratio gearmotors with 2.25" Foam Wheels provide both speed and pushing power.

- Two FingerTech "tinyESC" speed controllers translate the radio receiver commands into motor movement and provide 5V power to the radio.

- Polycarbonate combat armor keeps the components safe.

The Viper kit is fully intended to be sawed, drilled, modified, and upgraded. Recommended for ages 10+ (6+ with a parent).

Its base weight is only 313grams (11.0oz) leaving 141grams (4.97oz) for additional parts if entering the Antweight (1lb) weight class (We don't recommend running the Viper in the beetleweight class versus 3x larger opponents!)

Build along with Andrea from Team Witch Doctor in this video series!

Dimensions:

Body Width: 16.5cm (6.5in)

Length: 14cm (5.5in)

Body Height: 3cm (1.18in)

Weight: 313grams (11.04oz)

Add-ons:

These add-ons fit right onto the existing Viper robot chassis - no machining or soldering required!

Kit include:

Chassis: 15gauge (1.45mm / 0.057in) 6061-T6 alloy Aluminum stamped and formed baseplate. Has mounting holes for motors, armor and add-on kits.

Motors: 2x 33.3:1 Silver Spark Gearmotors

Motor Controllers: 2x tinyESCs translate the radio commands into motor movement and power the receiver.

Wheels: 2x 2.25x0.75" Foam Wheels are soft and grippy.  A direct hit will be absorbed and won't destroy your motors!  Includes 3mm x 0.75" Lightweight Twist Hubs and Twist Hub Key.

Battery: A JST-to-9V Battery Adapter is included for operating the Viper with a 9V battery. (9V battery not included.)

- One or two 9V batteries (two doubles run-time). We recommend Duracell Procell (PC1604) for over two hours of run time and bursts of 12A (using 2 batteries). Procell's can run a HXT12K servo at 1.5A continuous (while driving) for well over 15 minutes. (Robot matches are 3 minutes each.)

For maximum competitiveness, we recommend using the rechargeable 300mAh 7.4V "Galaxy" lipoly pack, available with Lipoly Charger as an Option below.

Power Switch: A Switch/charge jack that you unplug to turn on. Comes pre-soldered with a female JST connector and includes a pair of Mini Terminal Blocks for making wiring connections.

Plug has male JST end for easily recharging the lipoly battery. (Do not attempt to recharge a 9V alkaline battery.)

Armor: 3mm (0.118in) thick front wedge and 1.6mm (0.063in) top armor made of high-strength polycarbonate.

Screws: Four 0.125" 2-56 screws for mounting the motors. Four 0.50" 6-32 screws and six 0.375" 6-32 screws for fastening armor.

0.050" and 5/64" hex wrenches included for tightening screws and setscrews.

Instructions: Detailed instructions with many pictures and tips for getting more from your robot. (Download V4.0 here)