AgileX Scout Mini Rover
A compact, high-speed 4-wheel-drive UGV platform that brings ROS-ready autonomy research and rugged indoor/outdoor mobility within reach of any lab or team.
- Manufacturer
- AgileX
- Capability
- AI Labs, Coding & AI, Innovation Labs, STEM Education
- Support
- US sales, setup & service
Overview
What is the AgileX Scout Mini Rover?
The AgileX Scout Mini is a small-footprint unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) built around four-wheel independent servo drive and double-wishbone suspension. At roughly 612 x 580 x 245 mm it fits through standard doorways and onto a benchtop, yet it climbs 30-degree slopes, handles obstacles, and transitions seamlessly between indoor floors and outdoor terrain. With a top speed near 10 km/h (2.7 m/s) and a payload of 10 kg on standard wheels, it is a capable carrier for sensors, compute, and manipulators.
RobotLAB supplies the Scout Mini to research labs, universities, and engineering teams across the United States as a ready-to-build robotics development base. It ships with an open-source SDK and CAN-bus interface, and is broadly used with C++, Python, and ROS/ROS2, so teams can prototype autonomy, SLAM, navigation, and multi-sensor perception without building a chassis from scratch. Aluminum T-slot rails along the top deck let you bolt down LiDAR, depth cameras, IMUs, GPS, or custom payloads.
As a reseller and integrator, RobotLAB pairs the Scout Mini with purchase, lease, and Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) options, plus deployment, training, and nationwide service. That means a team can get a platform configured, supported, and in the field quickly, rather than sourcing parts and integrating mobility, power, and software on their own.
Specifications
Key specs
| Brand | AgileX |
| Model | Scout Mini |
| Type | 4-wheel-drive unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 612 x 580 x 245 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 23-26 kg |
| Minimum ground clearance | 115 mm |
| Drive | Four-wheel independent servo drive, double-wishbone suspension |
| Motors | Four 150W brushless motors |
| Max speed | 2.7 m/s (approx. 10 km/h), standard wheels |
| Max payload | 10 kg (standard wheels) / 20 kg (Mecanum wheels) |
| Max climbable slope (no load) | 30 degrees |
| Battery | 24V 15Ah |
| Range (no load) | Up to 10 km |
| Operating temperature | -20 C to 60 C |
| IP rating | IP22 |
| Communication / interface | CAN bus and serial; open-source SDK |
| Software | C++, Python, ROS / ROS2 compatible |
| Wheel options | Standard or Mecanum (omnidirectional) wheel kits |
| Purchase Price | $4,500 |
How it works
AgileX Scout Mini Rover in detail
Autonomy and robotics research
Universities and R&D groups use the Scout Mini as a mobile base for SLAM, path planning, multi-sensor fusion, and autonomous navigation experiments. Its open SDK, CAN-bus control, and ROS/ROS2 compatibility make it a standard teaching and research platform for higher education and corporate labs.
Indoor and outdoor inspection
Equipped with cameras, LiDAR, or thermal sensors on its T-slot deck, the Scout Mini patrols facilities, perimeters, and equipment for monitoring and inspection tasks. Its 30-degree climb ability and indoor/outdoor capability suit it to mixed environments around manufacturing plants and large offices.
Sensor and payload prototyping
Engineering teams mount custom payloads, manipulators, or compute stacks to validate new perception and control hardware in motion. The 10 kg standard payload and modular rail system let teams iterate on real-world testbeds before committing to a larger platform.
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Gallery
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See it in action
AgileX Scout Mini Rover in the field
What's included
In the box
- SCOUT MINI Robot
- Remote Control
- Battery Pack
- Charger
- User Manual
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Questions & answers
About the AgileX Scout Mini Rover.
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What is the AgileX Scout Mini used for?
It is a compact 4-wheel-drive UGV platform used as a base for robotics research, autonomy and SLAM development, sensor prototyping, and indoor/outdoor inspection. Teams mount LiDAR, cameras, compute, or manipulators on its T-slot deck and program it with C++, Python, or ROS/ROS2. To discuss your application, call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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How much does the Scout Mini cost, and can I lease it?
RobotLAB lists the Scout Mini at $4,500 for direct purchase. We also offer lease and Robot-as-a-Service (RaaS) options so you can spread the cost and bundle in support. Call 1-87-RobotLAB for current lease and RaaS pricing.
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What payload can the Scout Mini carry?
It carries 10 kg on standard wheels and up to 20 kg with the Mecanum wheel kit, with a higher short-distance capacity. That is enough for typical sensor suites, onboard compute, and light manipulators. For payload integration help, call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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Is it suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The Scout Mini transitions between indoor and outdoor environments, climbs 30-degree slopes, and has 115 mm of ground clearance. Note its IP22 rating means it is not designed for heavy rain or full weather sealing, so plan deployments accordingly. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to confirm fit for your site.
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Does it work with ROS and is it good for teaching?
Yes. The Scout Mini ships with an open-source SDK and CAN-bus control and is widely used with ROS and ROS2, making it a common platform in higher-education robotics courses and research labs. Call 1-87-RobotLAB for academic and volume options.
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How is the Scout Mini different from the larger Scout 2.0?
The Scout Mini is smaller, lighter, and lower cost, ideal for benchtop and tight-space work, while the Scout 2.0 is a larger 4WD platform with much higher payload (around 50 kg class) for heavier outdoor tasks. RobotLAB can help you size the right one; call 1-87-RobotLAB.
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Does RobotLAB provide setup, training, and support?
Yes. As a nationwide robotics integrator, RobotLAB handles configuration, deployment, training, and ongoing service for the Scout Mini. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to arrange onboarding for your team.
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