What is the BattleBots weight limit?

The maximum allowed weight is 250.0 pounds ready to fight. There is no minimum weight. Flying bots (“Flybots”) are limited to a maximum of 10.0 pounds each, ready to fight.

Is there a size limit on BattleBots?

There is no maximum size limit; however, your bot (or combination of bots) must be able to start the match from completely within the space of an 8' x 8' square. Batteries, high-pressure tanks, fuel tanks and fuel lines must be sufficiently protected.

What is the heaviest BattleBot?

Meet Mammoth, the massive Battlebot that's stomping its way to combat robotics fame - Technical.ly.

What is not allowed in BattleBots?

No electrical, chemical, or other non-mechanical types of weapons are allowed. The occasional exception to this is a gas-based flamethrower, which is permitted in BattleBots, but you'll never be allowed to pour water on opponents, set off explosives, or jam their control signals.

How much does the BattleBot huge weigh?

HUGE at a Glance

The heavyweight class robots are all 250lbs, BattleBots is currently the only competition in the U.S. where you can fight full-combat heavyweight robots.

How the BattleBots rules have changed over time

Are magnets allowed in BattleBots?

Foam plastic or rubber is allowed to be used in the interior of a bot, or inside tires. If you plan on using magnets on your bot (except in motors, solenoids or relays), you have to provide us with the details of use and get preliminary approval.

Which BattleBot has a gun?

Brutus was a heavyweight robot built by Adam Bercu's self-titled team, which competed in BattleBots World Championship II and World Championship III. Its primary weapon was a vertical spinning disc, but Brutus was also armed with two prop guns which shot special effects bullets.

What is the average cost of a robot on BattleBots?

Bots can cost between $5,000 and $50,000 to build, depending on many factors such as the type of bot, materials, components, prototyping facilities, custom fabrication, and shipping.

Can you use a gun in BattleBots?

Projectile weapons are allowed, as long as they do not create an arena-fouling problem. Projectile weapons must not use explosives. Springs, catapults and gas-pressure powered guns may be acceptable. You may be required to show that your projectile weapon will not damage the Lexan exterior of the arena.

Can you drink at BattleBots?

But really you'll just be antsy to get inside. Some PAs will tell you no food or drink in the stands. However, the official rule is that you can have water at your seat. Don't let a PA discourage you from water, it is 100% allowed at your seat.

How big is the giant nut on BattleBots?

The Giant Nut given to the Battlebots champion weighs approximately 40 pounds.

What BattleBot has the most wins?

Tombstone is the BattleBots GOAT with an official record of 12 wins, one loss, and a trail of destruction, devastation, and despair in its wake. So when Witch Doctor came out and began to whoop Tombstone's 25-horse-powered ass, it wasn't just a beatdown; it was a sea change.

How much does BattleBot Valkyrie weigh?

Valkyrie is a 250lb BattleBot with a 70lb, 32” diameter weapon blade that spins at 2,200 RPM. Photo Credit to JCRB Photography.

What is the BattleBots floor made of?

Key changes included a newer, thicker floor made out of 1/2" mild steel and a redesigned internal superstructure, both of which were implemented with substantial investment from Trey Roski himself. This coincided with an aesthetic overhaul which included the addition of the current BattleBots logo in the center.

Who has the most giant nuts in BattleBots?

Biohazard has won (Check) the Giant Nut more times than any other bot at 4.

Is BattleBots all filmed in one day?

Two sessions a day were filmed with each session lasting four hours. Fights were 30 minutes apart, allowing for introductions from ring announcer Faruq Tauheed and other needs. For the 2020 season, the events of COVID-19 and the restrictions that ensued meant there would be no live audience.

Is BattleBots gas or electric?

Most of them are powered by batteries. These days, various types of lithium-polymer batteries are used in almost all cases. Older generations of fighting robots used lead-acid or NiCad/NiMH batteries, but when LiPoly became available with sufficient power they replaced all other battery types.

Do BattleBots winners get money?

Beside the Giant Nut trophy awarded to the winning team of the championship tournament, there are cash prizes for all Robots that compete in combat at the Tournament. In the second season of the ABC revival series, the winner of the championship tournament finals was awarded a cash prize of US$25,000.

What is the deep 6 rule?

Deep Six is an old nautical term. To "Deep Six" something means to throw it overboard to a depth that used to be considered unrecoverable (six fathoms).

What is the most destructive battle bot ever?

Tombstone. The most destructive robot ever built, most opponents who fight Tombstone aren't just beaten—but eviscerated.

Why is Minotaur not in BattleBots?

Minotaur was eliminated at the hands of Witch Doctor in one of the show's most controversial battles. Many do not agree with the final decision of the referees and the judges.

Why was glitch removed from BattleBots?

After spending around 40 more minutes trying to fix Glitch's weapon issues, removing and replacing armor panels and extracting damaged screws, the team were forced to withdraw Glitch from the tournament, having its No.