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Viper is more than a robot kit – it’s a complete learning platform that teaches the fundamentals of combat robotics through hands-on experience. From mechanical assembly and wiring to radio setup, driving, and competition, Viper provides a proven path from beginner to builder.
These articles cover every stage of the Viper build process, including assembly, electronics, troubleshooting, upgrades, maintenance, and classroom implementation. Whether you’re building your first robot, teaching students, or preparing for competition, you’ll find practical guidance based on real-world experience.
As your skills grow, the Viper platform grows with you. Browse the latest Viper guides in the ItGresa Robotics Library as new build tutorials, technical references, and educational resources are added.
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Building your Viper
Check out the full set of instructions on building your Viper here, with links to key content. This gets you the whole enchilada!
Viper – Included in your kit
Step 1: Well begun is half done! Check your Viper parts list to make sure you have everything you need to get started. Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.
Viper Safety
Step 2: Viper and combat robot safety. Don’t become injured! Treat your robot with respect! Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.
Viper Assembly – wiring the Viper
Step 3: Making connections and wiring your Viper combat bot correctly. Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.
Viper Assembly – mechanical
Step 4: Mechanical assembly of your Viper combat Bot. Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.
Viper Battery Connections
Step 5: Making battery connections for your Viper, including JST connector polarity and charging connections.
Viper Final Assembly and Test
Step 6: Completing your Viper. Final assembly and testing your bot. Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.
T6A Transmitter Instructions
How to operate and bind your Viper T6A transmitter. Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.
Viper Troubleshooting
Having problems with your bot? See our troubleshooting section here! Tips, tricks, photos, and step-by-step instructions.