Makeblock mBot Ranger is a 3-in-1 educational robotics kit designed for students and young makers (recommended for ages 10+). The kit allows users to build three different robot variations using the exact same mechanical parts, offering an excellent gateway into mechanical engineering and STEM programming:

Off-Road Land Raider: A treaded robot tank capable of climbing and running over challenging terrains like grass, sand, gravel, and mud.

Dashing Raptor: A fast and agile three-wheeled racing car ideal for speed and tight cornering.

Self-Balance Nervous Bird: A smart two-wheeled robot that uses a gyroscope to balance itself autonomously while standing still or moving.

The robot is controlled and programmed via the mBlock app (PC, tablets, and smartphones). It supports a smooth learning curve, moving students from block-based visual programming (Scratch) to advanced text-based coding in Arduino C. Its heavy-duty, anodized aluminum alloy frame ensures high durability and is compatible with over 500 Makeblock parts and LEGO bricks.

Technical Specifications

Mechanical Material: Anodized aluminum alloy (high durability)

Mainboard / Central Controller: Me Auriga (based on the open-source Arduino Mega 2560 architecture)

Microcontroller: ATmega2560

Clock Speed: 16 MHz

Memory: 256 KB Flash, 8 KB SRAM, 4 KB EEPROM

Motors: 2 x High-precision optical encoder motors (High torque, low noise, up to 400 RPM)

Programming Languages: Block-based visual programming, Arduino C

Onboard Sensors (Built into the Me Auriga mainboard):

2 x Light sensors

1 x Sound sensor

1 x 6-axis Gyroscope/Accelerometer sensor

1 x Temperature sensor

1 x Buzzer (for sounds and alarms)

12 x RGB LEDs (arranged in a circular panel)

External Sensors (Included in the kit):

1 x Me Ultrasonic Sensor (for distance measurement and obstacle avoidance)

1 x Me Line Follower Sensor (infrared tracking)

Expansion Ports: 10 RJ25 ports (for adding more sensors/actuators) + 2 ports for motors/steppers

Power Supply: 

Requires 6 x AA batteries (not included) or a rechargeable LiPo battery

Running time: ≈ 1 - 2 hours (depending on battery quality)

Connectivity: Bluetooth and Micro-USB cable

Software Compatibility: mBlock (Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, Android), Arduino IDE

Hardware Expandability: Compatible with the Makeblock mechanical platform and LEGO bricks

Package Weight & Dimensions: Approximately 1.6 kg (3.5 lbs); box size approx. 27 x 21.5 x 9.5 cm