Maqueen Lite V5 micro:bit Robot Kit

Overview

Meet Maqueen Lite V5—the latest generation of DFRobot’s widely acclaimed graphical programming robot for STEM education. Designed specifically to pair with the BBC micro:bit (v1 or v2), the V5 revision brings critical hardware upgrades, enhanced circuit protection, and seamless classroom storage to make learning robotics smoother and safer than ever.

With plug-and-play simplicity, durable metal gear motors, and pre-integrated line-tracking and ultrasonic sensors, Maqueen Lite V5 turns abstract coding into an interactive physical experience. It is the perfect platform for primary and secondary school students entering the world of robotics, line-following challenges, and AI vision expansions.

What’s New in Version 5 (V5 Upgrades)?

• Frosted Acrylic Base Plate: Added bottom insulation board protects exposed PCB circuitry from accidental short circuits on metal classroom desks or static discharge.

• Deeper Storage Case: Ships in an upgraded, deeper plastic box that fits the fully assembled robot—no need to dismantle wheels or ultrasonic sensors after every lesson.

• Enhanced Line-Tracking Accuracy: Re-engineered grayscale sensors deliver more consistent line-following performance across different lighting conditions and surface colors.

• Optimized Power Circuitry: Better voltage tolerance supports both standard AAA batteries and 1.2V NiMH rechargeable cells without sudden power drops.

Key Features & Highlights

• Zero-Wiring Plug-and-Play: Slot your BBC micro:bit into the onboard edge connector to immediately power up and execute your code.

• Durable N20 Metal Gear Motors: Heavy-duty miniature metal motors ensure high torque, precise movement, and long lifespan in school environments.

• Rich Onboard Peripherals: Includes 2× line-tracking sensors, ultrasonic range finder interface, 4× RGB ambient underglow LEDs, 2× front LED car headlights, buzzer, and an IR receiver.

• Advanced Hardware Expansion: Features 3-pin servo headers, I2C expansion port (fully compatible with DFRobot HuskyLens AI Camera), and LEGO-compatible mounting holes.

• Multi-Language Coding Support: Program using MakeCode block graphical editor, JavaScript, or Mind+ / Python for progressive learning.

Technical Specifications

Specification

Detail

Model / Version

DFRobot Maqueen Lite V5 (MBT0046)

Compatible Board

BBC micro:bit v1.5 / v2 (Not included)

Operating Voltage

3.5V ~ 5V DC (3× AAA Batteries or 1.2V Rechargeable NiMH)

Drive Motors

N20 Miniature All-Metal Gear Motors × 2

Onboard Sensors

Grayscale Line-Tracking × 2, SR04 Ultrasonic Module × 1, IR Receiver × 1

Lighting & Sound

RGB Ambient LEDs × 4, Front Red LED Car Lights × 2, Onboard Buzzer × 1

Expansion Interfaces

3-Pin Servo Headers × 2, I2C Interface (3.3V) × 1, GPIO Extensions

Safety & Housing

Frosted Acrylic Bottom Protective Plate + Deep Storage Box

Programming Tools

Microsoft MakeCode, Mind+ (Scratch 3.0 / Python)

Dimensions & Weight

Specification

Detail

Product Dimensions (Assembled)

Approx. 81 mm × 85 mm × 44 mm

Net Weight (Robot Base)

Approx. 76 g

Package Dimensions (Box)

Approx. 13.5 cm × 10.5 cm × 6.8 cm (Deeper V5 case)

Gross Weight (Full Kit)

Approx. 145 g

What’s in the Box?

• 1 x Maqueen Lite V5 Robot Body (Motors pre-installed)

• 1 x Frosted Acrylic Bottom Protective Plate

• 1 x Ultrasonic Sensor Module (HC-SR04 style)

• 2 x Wheels & Tires

• 1 x 3x AAA Battery Holder

• 1 x Double-sided Tape / Assembly Hardware

• 1 x Deep Plastic Storage Box