This KitBot Build Series provides a comprehensive set of step-by-step build videos and supplementary resources to construct the FIRST KitBot. FIRST designed KitBot as a simple, flexible solution to the 2025 FRC game. It can be used as is, or with enhancements.
Many thanks to the Argosy Foundation for making this series possible.
Thank you also to Bruce Stone, Team 302 and Lake Orion High School for hosting our studio, to AndyMark for their generous donation of parts, and to FIRST for making FRC accessible to all by creating KitBot.
Important Links:
Shopping List: We highlighted what we used on FIRST’s list, then added some extras.
Organizing the Build: The simplest way for any team to build KitBot is to follow the videos in order, starting at VRS 01.
Table of Contents
- 2025 VRS 01: Introduction & Chassis Assembly
- 2025 VRS 02: Transmission Assembly
- 2025 VRS 03: Wheel Assembly
- 2025 VRS 04: Aluminum Cutting
- 2025 VRS 05: PolyCarb Cutting
- 2025 VRS 06: Aluminum Drilling
- 2025 VRS 07: PolyCarb Drilling
- 2025 VRS 08: Top Frame Assembly
- 2025 VRS 09: Back Frame Assembly
- 2025 VRS 10: Front Frame Assembly
- 2025 VRS 11: Final Frame Assembly
- 2025 VRS 12: Final Touches
- 2025 VRS 13: Wiring
- 2025 VRS 14: Bumpers
- 2025 VRS 15: Programming Prep
- 2025 VRS 16: Autonomous Programming
- 2025 VRS 17: Teleoperated Programming
- 2025 VRS 18: Field Testing
Welcome to the 2025 KitBot edition of the Virtual Robotics Studio where we will guide you through the build step-by-step!
In this first video of the 2025 KitBot series, we’re kicking things off by building the foundation of your robot: the chassis!
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
We’ll focus on assembling the transmission in this second video of the 2025 Kit Bot series. Step by step, we’ll get the drivetrain components in place to power your robot.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
In this video, we’re assembling the wheels for the 2025 Kit Bot. Step by step, we’ll ensure everything is properly installed and ready to roll.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
- 0:00 Open
- 0:15 Introduction
- 0:34 Getting Started
- 1:22 Assembling a Wheel
- 7:30 Second Wheel
- 9:19 Outside Wheels: Adding Bearings
- 12:37 Finishing the Center Wheels
- 19:08 Installing Churros
- 28:12 Installing the Center Wheel
- 30:28 Adding Belts
- 32:47 Installing Outside Rail
- 38:07 Installing Outer Wheels
- 49:28 Finishing Up One Side
- 51:32 Alternate Installation Technique
- 1:03:34 Final Checks
- 1:07:09 Conclusion
Resources
In this video, we’ll guide you through cutting all the aluminum for the 2025 Kit Bot.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
In this video, we’ll guide you through cutting all of the polycarbonate for the 2025 Kit Bot.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
After cutting the aluminum to size, it’s time to start drilling the specified holes.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
- 0:00 Open
- 0:15 Introduction
- 0:38 Getting Started
- 3:44 KB-25006: Measuring/Marking
- 12:15 KB-25006: Drilling 1st Hole
- 18:47 Using the Drill Press
- 29:05 KB-25006: Remaining Holes
- 53:59 KB-25006: 2nd Side
- 1:05:22 KB-25007: Drilling 2 Boxes Together
- 1:23:48 KB-25007: 2nd Side
- 1:39:23 KB-25008: 1st Side
- 2:05:48 KB-25008: 2nd Side
- 2:15:53 KB-25009 & Wrap Up
Resources
In this video, we’ll drill all the holes in the polycarbonate pieces we cut earlier for the 2025 Kit Bot.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
It’s time to start putting all the pieces together, starting with the top frame of the 2025 Kit Bot.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
- 0:00 Open
- 0:15 Introduction
- 2:51 Getting Started
- 6:49 Prepping the Pulleys
- 10:07 Assembling with Bolts
- 15:52 Assembling with Rivets
- 18:13 Adding KB-25010 Panel
- 37:30 Adding KB-25011 Panels
- 49:18 Adding KB-25012 Top Panel
- 55:55 Making a Spacer from PVC
- 1:04:12 Installing the Wheels
- 1:09:10 Installing Pulleys
- 1:15:27 Testing
- 1:16:13 Adding Grip Tape
- 1:22:19 Wrapping Up
Resources
Next up, we’ll be assembling the back frame “H” for the 2025 Kit Bot.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Assembling the front frame for the 2025 Kit Bot is the final step before putting all the frames together.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Now it’s time to put all the pieces together for the final frame assembly.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
In this video, we’ll add a few parts for the final assembly of the 2025 Kit Bot. We’ll install the battery mount, signal light, radio, and panels. Then your Kit Bot assembly will be complete and ready for wiring.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
It’s time to wire up the 2025 Kit Bot and give it all the power it needs to operate.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
- 0:00 Open
- 0:15 Introduction
- 2:29 Getting Started
- 7:01 Measuring/Cutting the Electrical Board
- 25:33 Installing the Electrical Board
- 51:10 Laying out the Electronics
- 1:02:46 Attaching Power Components
- 1:40:01 Attaching the SparkMax Controllers
- 1:55:05 Attaching the RoboRio
- 2:00:17 Wiring the Motors
- 2:20:56 Wiring the RoboRio / Radio
- 2:41:50 Wiring the Can Network
- 2:58:15 Wiring the Signal Light & Ethernet
- 3:15:04 Preparing the Battery
- 3:22:29 Adding Fuses & Testing
- 3:27:50 Wrap Up
Resources
In this video, we’ll build the bumpers required for the 2025 Kit Bot to protect your robot and the field during rounds of play.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
Resources
It’s time to prepare your 2025 Kit Bot for programming. In this step, we’ll install the necessary software, update your components, and get everything ready for coding and testing.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
In this video, we’ll program your 2025 Kit Bot for autonomous mode.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
Chapters
- 0:00 Open
- 0:15 Introduction
- 1:05 Getting Started / Overview
- 18:55 Imports
- 30:49 Creating Objects
- 39:07 Drive Motor Configs
- 54:02 Deploying Code to the Robot
- 58:41 Making Adjustments
- 1:03:16 Tank Drive Setup
- 1:07:55 Auto Mode Strategy
- 1:17:23 Coding Our Auto Mode
- 1:34:14 Adding the Roller Motor
- 1:40:04 Create a Constant Variable
- 1:44:06 Testing & Adjusting
- 1:49:05 Making Another Auto Mode
- 1:56:39 Dialing in Distance
- 1:58:02 Auto Mode Strategy & Wrap Up
Resources
In this final programming step, we’ll set up your 2025 Kit Bot for teleoperated mode. We’ll configure controls and ensure everything responds smoothly, getting your robot ready to hit the field.
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
In the final video of this series, we’ll take the 2025 Kit Bot out to the field for testing and fine-tuning. We’ll check its performance, adjust settings, and make sure it’s ready for competition. Let’s see it in action!
Special thanks to Argosy for making this possible, FIRST and Andymark for support and parts, and to our studio hosts Team 302 and Lake Orion High School.
