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# 4tronix Robo:Bit Mk2 Buggy for the BBC Micro:Bit

**Type:** Product page · **SKU:** CE05522 · **Brand:** [4tronix](https://core-electronics.com.au/brands/4tronix-australia)
**Page:** https://core-electronics.com.au/robo-bit-mk2-buggy-for-the-bbc-micro-bit.html ([markdown](https://core-electronics.com.au/robo-bit-mk2-buggy-for-the-bbc-micro-bit.html.md))

## Retired product

This product is retired and no longer available for purchase. Replaced by: CE06540.

**Replacement:** https://core-electronics.com.au/catalog/product/view/sku/CE06540

## How to buy

- **Search the catalogue:** `https://core-electronics.com.au/search/{query}.md` (URL-encode the query; pages 2-3 at `search/{query}/{page}.md`; `search.md?q=` also works)
- **Payment methods, purchase orders, policies and contact details:** https://core-electronics.com.au/llms.txt
## Description

This little buggy can be assembled very quickly using only a screwdriver. No soldering is required.

**NOTE: BBC Micro:Bit is NOT included. Purchase [HERE ](https://core-electronics.com.au/micro-bit-by-bbc.html) if required**

### Improvements over Mk1

- Stronger motor sub-chassis with no structural solder joints
- Wire-free battery pack
- Easier to attach battery holder
- Current limit on motors to prevent stall current resetting the Micro:Bit
- Solid bolt-on ultrasonic attachment
 
### Contents

- Robo:Bit robotics controller PCB
- Fixings pack (battery holder, screws, mounting pillars, caster, etc.)
- 2x Yellow Wheels with Tyres
- 2x Motors with pre-fitted connection wires (no soldering required)
 
### Using the basic kit you can learn about

- Controlling motors with simple Forwards / Reverse controls
- Controlling the speed of motors in both directions using PWM
- Use a second BBC micro:bit with the easy-to-use radio software to control the buggy
- Use the motion sensor on the micro:bit to detect collision with obstacles and avoid them

## Images

- [Product image 1](https://core-electronics.com.au/media/catalog/product/r/o/robobit-mk2-buggy-for-the-bbc--microbit-1.jpg)