Makeblock MBot Ranger - Transformable STEM Educational Robot Kit (Bluetooth)

SKU: CE04643 Brand: Makeblock Guides (2)

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The MakeBlock Ranger is a three-in-one, bluetooth connected robotics platform that comes complete with everything you need to assemble and code it on day-one. In it's default configuration it looks exactly like a tank, and can traverse around most environments easily. You can reassemble it in different ways (3 guided experiences, but you can get creative). The 3 configurations are pictured above:

Off-Road Land Rover Tank
Dashing Raptor 3-Wheeled Predator
Self-Balancing Robot

All in all, this robot is bound to impress. It's clean-cut anodized aluminium frame and professionally made parts and accessories will bring a smile to your face.

Multiple configurations out of the box - It's a robotics kit that you assemble out of the box. There are 3 different default options in the instructions, but you can be as creative as you like.
Sensors galore - The Ranger comes with an Ultrasonic Sensor (the eyes of the robot above), a line-sensor (positioned under the chassis), a light sensor, a sound sensor, a gyroscope and a temperature sensor. Plenty to work with! Oh, and you even get a buzzer that you can program for feedback.
Expandable - MakeBlock is an entire ecosystem of parts, sensors and add-on packs. You can keep the magic alive by getting some additional sensors to plug into the main controller and add them into the code with ease.
Arduino at Heart - The mainboard is built on the Mega2560, the most popular controller board for most maker robotics platforms. It's got plenty of in-built sensor connections too (16 total)
App compatible - MakeBlocks HD app is available for free on all major platforms (Windows, Apple, iOS, Android, etc) and gives you a simple way to connect and code your Ranger.
Easy wiring - The sensors and motors included (as well as expansion options) all use the same RJ25 connector. Simply plug-n-plag to the mainboard.
Battery Powered - You won't need to have multiple cables connected, this robot runs on battery power making it completely portable (and useful!)

In the mBot Ranger kit you receive

mBot Ranger Parts List with Pictures of each component

Comparison of the mBot and mBot Ranger

Makeblock have a range of robot kits for all budding engineers and roboticists. We've thrown together this quick and easy reference for the differences between the mBot and Ranger.

	mBot Ranger	mBot
Form(s)	3	1
Main Control Chip	Arduino Mega 2560	Arduino Uno
Extension Ports	10 motor/sensor ports	4 sensor ports
On-Board Sensor	6 x sensors, include: Light sensor Ultrasonic sensor Line follower Gyroscope Temp sensor Sound sensor	3 x sensors, include: Light sensor Ultrasonic sensor Line follower
LED Lamplets	12	2
PC Programming	mBlock	mBlock
iPad/Tablet	Makeblock HD	mBlockly
Smartphone App	Under development	mBot app
Arduino	√	√
Communication	Bluetooth/2.4G	Bluetooth/2.4G
Online Courses	√	√

Technical Specifications

Software and programming : PC-mBlock; iPad/Tablet - Makeblock Arduino IDE
Main Control Board : Arduino Mega 2560, 256KB flash memory, 8KG SRAM, 4KB EEPROM
Sensor : 2 x Light sensor, 1 x Sound sensor, 1 x Gyroscope, 1 x Temperature sensor, 1 x Ultrasonic sensor, 1 x Line follower
Speaker : 1 x Buzzer
Battery : 6 x AA battery (not included)
Motor : 2 x 400 RPM Encoder Motor
Wireless Communication : Bluetooth/2.4G
Dimensions : 200 x 165 x 120mm (7.78 x 6.49 x 4.71inch) Max.
Weight : 1600g (56.44oz)

What to do if you need help with your MakeBlock Ranger

We're a team full-time maker's located in the heart of Newcastle, NSW and we've got plenty of touch time with the MakeBlock gear. If you need any assistance in getting your MakeBlock up and running, simply get in touch with us. We're here to help!

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