Gear Ratios
The kit comes with 3 different gear ratio options, so that you can experiment and understand how changing the gear ratio affects the driving performance of the TileRunner.
- 45 Tooth and 35 Tooth gear combination yields a 1:0.78 over drive
- Two 40 Tooth gears yield a 1:1 ratio
- 35 Tooth and 45 Tooth gear combination yields a 1:1.28 reduction
TileRunner Variations to Suit Your Needs
The TileRunner has a huge variety of possible configurations. The Stealth wheels can be swapped with higher traction (softer) variants, the PicoBoxes can be mounted at either end instead of the standard location in the middle. The Peanut and Churro cross members can also be moved into a number of alternate locations to best suit your robot's needs. Upgrade kits are available to set up the chassis for running the 4 inch SD mecanum wheels, or a set of omni wheels to give the robot many potential driving modes.
To help robot builders achieve their goals and avoid unnecessary part, TileRunner is available in several variations. These add and subtract parts from the standard TileRunner kit as follows:
- TileRunner GT (am-3437_gt): For increased maneuverability, this version substitutes NeveRest 40 gearmotors (am-2964a) and black 4" Stealth Wheels (am-2648_Blk) with higher grip than stock.
- TileRunner BullDozer (am-3437_bd): When you want to push, pick this! NeveRest 60 gearmotors (am-3103) provide maximum torque, while six of our softest compound blue 4" Stealth Wheels (am-2648_Blue) put that to the ground for maximum pushing force. Pushing hard will increase wear on these wheels, so have a spare set handy for competition time.
- TileRunner Mecanum (am-3437_mec): Get set to strafe with four PicoBox Unos replacing the two PicoBox Duos of the standard TileRunner. You'll receive four 4" standard-duty mecanum wheels (am-2538) instead of Stealth Wheels, as well as all the spacers, shafts, and gears to get you up and running.
- TileRunner Omni (am-3437_omni): 6WD with omniwheels at the corners is a popular choice among FIRST Tech Challenge teams. Instead of the standard Stealth Wheels, this variation includes two black 4" stealth wheels (am-2648_Blk), four 4" aluminum omniwheels (am-2948), and the necessary hardware.
- TileRunner Hulk (am-3437_hulk): The TileRunner Hulk is your go-to for heavy robots! Six 4" Performance Wheels (am-3434) and a 10' roll of our Green Grippy Tread (am-2611) replace the Stealth Wheels and provide a very robust drive system.
- TileRunner - No Wheels or Gearmotors (am-3297): Already stocked up on wheels and our NeveRest motors? No worries, this version omits them. You'll still receive the PicoBox Duo gearboxes and all the motion and structure components of the standard TileRunner.
See the Upgrades page if you already have a TileRunner.
Specifications:
- Shipping Box Size estimate: 12" x 19" x 3.25"
- Weight (TileRunner, with wheels and gearmotors): ~ 11.5 lbs
Included Parts on all Variations except mecanum (am-3297)
- 2 - Chassis Inside Plate (am-3392_Inside)
- 2 - Chassis Outside Plate (am-3392_Outside)
- 4 - 4x4 Plate for Chassis (am-3393)
- 1 - Belly Pan for Chassis (am-3394)
- 2 - Peanut Extrusion, 11.25" (am-3395)
- 2 - Churro Tubing, 11.25" (am-3398)
- 8 - Churro, 63mm (am-3399)
- 4 - HTD Timing Belt, 9mm wide, 93T (am-3378)
- 2 - Duo Plate for PicoBox (am-3405)
- 8 - 6mm D Bore Double Boss Nub w/Set Screw (am-3215)
- 4 - 6mm Round Bore Double Boss Nub w/Set Screw (am-3413)
- 14 - 6x12x4mm Flanged Bearing (am-3377)
- 6 - 24T HTD Pulley, 6mm Bore (am-3401)
- 2 - 24T HTD Pulley Extension (am-3404)
- 6 - 40T Gear for PicoBox (am-3407)
- 4 - 35T Gear for PicoBox (am-3408)
- 4 - 45T Gear for PicoBox (am-3409)
- 8 - Spacer for PicoBox (am-3406)
- 2 - 6mm D Shaft x 100mm (am-3226-100)
- 4 - Aluminum Spacer, 5/16" OD x .257 ID x 1/4" (am-3424)
- 2 - Aluminum Spacer, 8mm OD x 6.15mm ID x 15mm (am-3425)
- 2 - Aluminum Spacer, 12.7mm OD x 6.15mm ID x 9mm (am-3426)
- 1 - Red Tacky Grease, 14.2 gram (am-2768)
- 56 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 6-32 x 1/2" (am-1418)
- 8 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 6-32 x 3/4" (am-1415)
- 16 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 6-32 x 1 1/4" (am-1416)
- 32 - Nylock Nut, 6-32 (am-1419)
- 28 - Thread-Forming Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4" (am-1310)
- 8 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1 3/4" (am-1420)
- 8 - Nylock Nut, 1/4-20 (am-1102)
- 24 - Socket-Head Cap Screw, M3-0.5 x 6mm (am-1254)
- 4 - Socket-Head Cap Screw, M6-1 x 75mm (am-1417)
- 4 - Nylock Nut, M6-1.0 (am-1111)
TileRunner (am-3437) Includes above (am-3297) and:
- 4 - NeveRest 40 Gearmotor (am-2964a)
- 6 - 4" Stealth Wheel, 8mm Bore, Gray (am-2648)
- 2 - Hall Effect Encoder Cable with 4-Pin Connector (am-2992)
GT (am-3437_gt) Includes above (am-3297) and:
- 4 - NeveRest 40 Gearmotor (am-2964a)
- 6 - 4" Stealth Wheel, 8mm Bore, 60 Durometer Black (am-2648_blk)
- 2 - Hall Effect Encoder Cable with 4-Pin Connector (am-2992)
BullDozer (am-3437_bd) Includes above (am-3297) and:
- 4 - NeveRest 60 Gearmotor (am-3103)
- 6 - 4" Stealth Wheel, 8mm Bore, 50 Durometer Blue (am-2648_blue)
- 2 - Hall Effect Encoder Cable with 4-Pin Connector (am-2992)
Omni (am-3437_omni) Includes above (am-3297) and:
- 4 - NeveRest 40 Gearmotor (am-2964a)
- 2 - 4" Stealth Wheel, 8mm Bore, 60 Durometer Black (am-2648_blk)
- 4 - FTC 4 inch Aluminum Omni Wheel With 8mm Bore (am-2948)
- 8 - 6-32 x .750 BHCS (am-1415)
- 2 - Hall Effect Encoder Cable with 4-Pin Connector (am-2992)
Hulk (am-3437_hulk) Includes above (am-3297) and:
- 4 - NeveRest 40 Gearmotor (am-2964a)
- 6 - 4" Performance Wheel 8mm Bore (am-3434)
- 1 - 10 ft. of Green Grippy Tread (am-2611)
- 4 - 6mm Round Bore Double Boss Nub w/Set Screw (am-3413)
Mecanum (am-3437_mec) Includes in entirety:
- 2 - Chassis Inside Plate (am-3392_Inside)
- 2 - Chassis Outside Plate (am-3392_Outside)
- 4 - 4x4 Plate for Chassis (am-3393)
- 1 - Belly Pan for Chassis (am-3394)
- 2 - Peanut Extrusion, 11.25" (am-3395)
- 2 - Churro Tubing, 11.25" (am-3398)
- 8 - Churro, 63mm (am-3399)
- 4 - NeveRest 40 Gearmotor (am-2964a)
- 1 - 4" Standard Mecanum Wheel, Wheel Set (am-2626)
- 14 - 6x12x4mm Flanged Bearing (am-3377) - two extra included, not needed in assembly
- 12 - 6mm D Bore Double Boss Nub w/Set Screw (am-3215)
- 4 - Hall Effect Encoder Cable with 4-Pin Connector (am-2992)
- 8 - 40T Gear for PicoBox (am-3407)
- 4 - 35T Gear for PicoBox (am-3408)
- 4 - 45T Gear for PicoBox (am-3409)
- 4 - Uno Plate for PicoBox (am-3423)
- 4 - 6mm D Shaft x 100mm (am-3226-100)
- 6 - Spacer for PicoBox (am-3406)
- 8 - Aluminum Spacer, 12.7mm OD x 6.15mm ID x 9mm (am-3426)
- 1 - Red Tacky Grease, 14.2 gram (am-2768)
- 4 - Spacer, 3/8 OD x .257 ID x 19/32 (am-1290)
- 28 - Thread-Forming Screw, 1/4-20 x 3/4" (am-1310)
- 64 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 6-32 x 1/2" (am-1418) - eight extra included, not needed in assembly
- 24 - Nylock Nut, 6-32 (am-1419)
- 16 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x 1 3/4" (am-1420)
- 16 - Nylock Nut, 1/4-20 (am-1102)
- 24 - Socket-Head Cap Screw, M3-0.5 x 6mm (am-1254)
- 16 - Button-Head Cap Screw, 6-32 x 1 1/4" (am-1416)