The HEXBUG BattleBots toys are available in a variety of sets, which are listed below: Standard Rivals HEXBUG releases were powered by non-rechargeable AAA batteries, though these were replaced by rechargeable lithium polymer batteries in 2021's Platinum Rivals set.

The four separate channels mean that it is possible to fight up to four HEXBUG BattleBots toys against each other at any one time without interference.Įach toy features several panels which are attached to the main body via magnets, and can be torn off during play to represent 'damage'. Most remotes have a single button on top to power the toy's primary weapon, though the most recent HEXBUG toys feature a button for each moving part of their more complex weaponry.

Unlike the remote control HEXBUG release of Minotaur, the VEX Robotics kit was not re-released with updated sponsor graphics on its top panel.In 2016, HEXBUG began releasing remote control versions of BattleBots competitors to allow for fans to experience driving a bot for themselves.Įach toy in the line uses an infrared sensor and small four-channel remote with basic forwards/backwards and left/right steering controls, which is included with the toy.

Much like Tombstone, the Minotaur VEX Robotics kit is priced at $39.99. The weapon itself is also chain-driven rather than belt-driven, as seen on Team RioBotz's BattleBots machine.Īn exploded view of Minotaur, showing off its parts.Īlso included with the kit is a sheet of paper with various information. Minotaur's drum is closer to yellow than the gold color used in other merch lines and on the real robot.

The kit features over 345 pieces which, when fully built, allows for the drum to rotate when Minotaur is driven forwards. The robot does not feature a baseplate, allowing for its inner workings to be exposed.

Minotaur was one of five BattleBots competitors released as part of HEXBUG's VEX Robotics set of construction kits, released in line with World Championship III.īased on Minotaur's 2018 season design, the toy is easily recognizable by its bold graphics and large drum. Build your own version of this fan favorite bot, with easy snap-together pieces!' - Official description on the HEXBUG website. ' It’s robot-fighting time! Directly from the TV series BattleBots, comes VEX Robotics Minotaur by HEXBUG.

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