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The KitBot is designed to be able to play some aspects of each year's game, but not all. It’s also been designed so teams can build the KitBot and then further iterate on it to add additional features if they choose. Teams will still need basic power tools (drills, saws, etc.) in order to build this robot.

2025 FIRST KitBot ( | | )

The KitBot is one component of the Kickoff Kit, which is part of the . While the KitBot design could likely be adapted to any drive base, it is designed and documented using the Drive Base Kit, so teams looking for the smoothest experience should not opt out of the Drive Base Kit. Some of the KitBot components can be found below.

Framing Components

The following structural components are perfect for customizing and strengthening your KitBot build. Aluminum tubing provides a lightweight yet rigid frame foundation, while polycarbonate sheets are ideal for protective panels and mounting surfaces. Shaft stock ensures smooth and reliable motion for rotating elements, and a variety of gussets make it easy to assemble strong, stable joints. Together, these components offer flexibility, durability, and the essential building blocks for expanding your robot beyond the base design.

Parts Available:

  • 1" x 1" x 0.0625" Aluminum Tube Stock with Hole Pattern (47")

  • 1" x 1" x 0.125" Aluminum Tube Stock with Hole Pattern (47")

  • 1/8" Clear Polycarbonate Sheet (24" x 48")

  • 1/8" Gray Tinted Polycarbonate Sheet (24" x 48")

  • T Gusset, Sharp Corner (#10, 0.098" Thick)

  • T Gusset (#10, 0.098" Thick)

  • .500" OD Hex Stock (36")

  • .159" ID x .500" OD Rounded Hex Stock (36")

Fasteners

Mechanical Fasteners

A reliable selection of mechanical fasteners is essential for building a strong and stable KitBot. This includes #10-32 BHCS and SHCS bolts for structural connections, paired with matching #10-32 nuts for secure assembly. Rivets offer a lightweight, permanent solution for fastening gussets and sheet metal, together, these fasteners provide the strength and reliability needed for a competition-ready robot frame.

Parts Available:

  • #10-32 x 1.500" L BHCS (Steel, Black Oxide)

  • #10-32 x .500" L SHCS (Steel, Black Oxide)

  • #10-32 x 1.750" L SHCS (Steel, Black Oxide)

  • #10-32 Thin Lock Nut (100-Pack)

  • 3/16" Blind Rivet (.125" - .250" Grip Length, Aluminum)

Electrical Fasteners

For cable management and accessory mounting, zip ties provide a fast, effective way to bundle wires and keep electronics organized. Hook and loop tape is another versatile solution, ideal for securing batteries, control modules, and other components that may need to be accessed or removed easily during pit work. Together, these fasteners support both mechanical strength and electrical cleanliness, ensuring the KitBot stays competition-ready.

Parts Available:

  • 10" Black Ziptie (.140" Width)

  • Hook and Loop Tape (Black, 2" WD, 10FT)

Motion Components

Motion components such as timing belts, pulleys, flex wheels, and bearings are essential for building smooth, reliable, and efficient mechanisms. Timing belts and pulleys provide precise, low-slip power transmission. Making them ideal for intakes, conveyors, and drivetrains. Flex wheels offer excellent grip and shock absorption, making them perfect for handling game pieces and compliant mechanisms.

Parts Available:

  • 130t x 15mm Wide Timing Belt (HTD 5mm)

  • 24t x 15mm Wide Aluminum Pulley (HTD 5mm, 1/2" Hex Bore)

  • 4" OD x 1" Wide Straight Flex Wheel (1-1/4" Round Stretch, 30A)

  • 4" OD x 1" Wide Straight Flex Wheel (1-1/4" Round Stretch, 45A)

  • 4" OD x 1" Wide Straight Flex Wheel (1-1/4" Round Stretch, 60A)

Misc Hardware

Miscellaneous hardware includes a variety of specialized components that help adapt, space, and secure parts throughout your robot. Plastic spacers are perfect for aligning components on shafts without adding unnecessary weight. The 8mm Key to 1/2" Hex Adapter and 2mm Key provide simple solutions for converting keyed shafts to hex drive systems. The 1/2" Hex to 3D Print Adapter enables easy integration of custom-printed parts onto standard hex shafts. Rounding out the section, the 1/2" Hex Clamping Shaft Collar securely locks components in place without damaging the shaft.

Parts Available:

  • 2" WD x 1/2" Hex ID x 3/4" OD Plastic Spacer

  • 1/8" WD x 1/2" Hex ID x 3/4" OD Plastic Spacer

  • 8mm Key to 1/2" Hex Adapter

  • 1/2" Hex to 3D Print Adapter (1/4" WD)

  • 2mm Key

  • 1/2" Hex Clamping Shaft Collar

Product Page
Build Video
Instructions
Kit of Parts
Aluminum Tube Stock
Polycarbonate
Hex Stock
T-Gusset
#10-32 Nut
#10-32 Nut
3/16" Rivet
Zipties
Hook and Loop Tape
15mm Wide Timing Belt
Aluminum Pulley
Flex Wheel
Plastic Spacers
Adapters
Shaft Collar