FTC StarterBot Resource Guide (2026-2027 Preseason)
Why wait for September? Get a head start today with the 2026-2027 Preseason FTC StarterBot!
The 2026-2027 Preseason FTC StarterBot provides a drop-center 6WD chassis with a GripForce Gecko™ Wheel intake mechanism to help your team practice building and programming throughout the summer. This bot is the perfect development platform for programmers to test drive code and for rookie teams to master the fundamentals of robot-building.
This Preseason FTC StarterBot is engineered to be built in its entirety using the components found in the 2026-2027 goBILDA® FTC Starter Kit (plus a REV Hub). If your team wants to keep last year’s robot fully assembled for outreach, demos, or code-comparison testing, starting fresh with the full kit ensures you have all the parts you need for your new build. For teams looking to transition their existing hardware, the FTC Starter Kit Upgrade Pack is available to bring a 2025-2026 FTC Starter Kit up to the current standard.
Kickoff Your Preseason Adventure!
Once you have your kit, return here to begin your build using the Assembly Instructions and Example Code below, leaving your team time to test and refine your bot for the upcoming season.
Ready. Set. goBILDA®!
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