DFRobot Maqueen Plus V3 AA-battery robot, illustrated with a micro:bit controller
DFRobot

DFRobot Maqueen Plus V3 AA Battery

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A micro:bit-based mobile robotics platform for classroom coding and hands-on experiments. The AA-battery edition combines line sensors, encoder-equipped motors and an 8 × 8 distance-sensing matrix so learners can develop line-following and obstacle-detection projects with MakeCode.

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Overview

Best suited to

  • Classroom micro:bit coding and robotics projects
  • Learning line following, sensor input and motor control

Key specifications

SKUMBT0050-AA
PowerAA battery version; voltage specification requires manufacturer confirmation
ProgrammingMakeCode
Ranging matrix8 × 8, 64 points
Ranging distance20–4000 mm, manufacturer specification
Line-tracking sensors5
DriveTwo N20 metal gear motors with encoders

Capabilities & strengths

  • Five line-tracking sensors support path-following exercises
  • Encoder-equipped metal gear motors support controlled movement
  • 64-point ranging matrix provides richer obstacle measurements than a single distance reading

Important limitations

  • The pictured micro:bit controller is not listed in the supplied shipping list; confirm the bundle and budget separately
  • Batteries are not listed in the shipping contents
  • The official page mixes AA and 18650 power specifications; confirm electrical requirements for SKU MBT0050-AA

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Product documentation & sources

Product information checked on 2026-10-23. Manufacturer figures may use different configurations and test conditions.

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