The custom-formed aluminum chassis has plenty of strength and space for additional components and upgrades. 50:1 ratio Spark gearmotors with 2" Lite Flite wheels provide both speed and pushing power, and a sporty vacuum-formed lid keeps all the guts inside during a match.
The Viper kit is fully intended to be sawed, drilled, modified, and upgraded. Its base weight is only 333grams (11.75oz) leaving 121grams (4.25oz) for additional parts if entering the Antweight (1lb) weight class, or 546g free if entering the Kilobot (1kg) weight class. (Weighed with 2x 9V batteries)
Dimensions:
Width: 17.1cm (6.75")
Length: 13.7cm (5.375")
Height (measured at rear when on wheels): 5.7cm (2.25")
Weight: 333grams (11.75oz) (weight is with 2x 9V batteries)
Large area of 16.8x6.0cm (6.625x2.375") to mount extra components, with a 3.2cm (1.25") tall block in the center to fit circuitry or servos
| Kits Includes |
| Chassis | 14gauge (0.064") thick, 5052 alloy Aluminum punched and formed baseplate (pic). Has mounting holes for motors and lid |
| Motors | 2x 50:1 Spark Gearmotors |
| Wheels | 2x 2in. Lite Flites |
| Hubs | 2x Lite Hubs |
| Power Switch | A clever switch that you unplug to power on, using a 3.5mm mono headphone jack. Plug can be used for charging rechargeable batteries if you plan to upgrade |
| Lid | Custom 0.030" thick vacuum-formed polycarbonate lid keeps all the wires and components inside the robot. (Not recommended to be the only armor against weaponed opponents.) |
| Screws | Four 2-56x0.1875" screws for mounting the motors. Eight 4-40x0.25" screws for fastening lid. Four 4-40 setscrews for Lite Hubs.
Two hex wrenches included for screws and setscrews. |