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About the book →The AgileX Hunter SE is a compact, drive-by-wire unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) chassis built around front-wheel Ackermann steering, the same geometry used in passenger cars. That steering model sets it apart from the skid-steer rovers that dominate the research-robot category, making it the platform of choice when a lab needs to study autonomous driving behavior, path planning, and high-speed navigation that mirror how a real vehicle moves. At 820 x 640 x 310 mm and 42 kg, it is small enough to run indoors or on a closed test course, yet it carries up to 50 kg of sensors and compute and tops out at 4.8 m/s.
RobotLAB sells, leases, and supports the Hunter SE as a U.S.-based AgileX reseller and integrator. The base platform ships as a bare drive-by-wire chassis with a CAN bus interface and an open-source SDK; cameras, LiDAR, onboard compute, and autonomy stacks are added through AgileX development kits such as the Autonomous System Development Kit or an R&D Kit Pro. This keeps the entry price low for teams that already own their own sensors and want a clean, ROS-friendly mobile base to build on.
Because RobotLAB handles procurement, deployment, training, and ongoing service nationwide, university labs and corporate R&D groups can stand up a working autonomous-driving testbed without sourcing parts from overseas. The all-steel body, 24V/30Ah battery, and 2-3 hour runtime are designed for repeated, intensive test cycles, and the modular aluminum T-slot mounting rails let researchers reconfigure the sensor suite as projects evolve.
| Brand | AgileX |
| Model | Hunter SE |
| Drive / steering | Front-wheel Ackermann, drive-by-wire chassis |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 820 x 640 x 310 mm |
| Curb weight | 42 kg |
| Max payload | 50 kg |
| No-load max speed | 4.8 m/s |
| Max climbing grade | 30 degrees |
| Ground clearance | 120 mm |
| Battery | 24V / 30Ah |
| Runtime (operating time) | 2 to 3 hours |
| Communication | CAN interface |
| Operating temperature | -20 degrees C to 60 degrees C |
| Body | All-steel, modular with aluminum T-slot mounting rails |
| SDK / software | Open-source SDK, ROS-compatible |
| Purchase Price | Contact for details |
The Hunter SE's Ackermann steering makes it a scaled stand-in for a real automobile, so engineering and computer-science departments use it to teach and study path planning, vehicle dynamics, SLAM, and perception under car-like kinematics. Its open SDK and CAN interface integrate with ROS/ROS2 workflows, and the 50 kg payload leaves room for full sensor stacks (LiDAR, cameras, GPS) plus onboard compute.
Companies and public-sector labs developing self-driving algorithms use the Hunter SE as a low-cost, repeatable platform to validate software before committing to full-size vehicles. The 4.8 m/s top speed and 30-degree climbing grade support realistic outdoor test runs, while the drive-by-wire architecture exposes the steering and throttle controls that autonomy software needs.
The modular T-slot rails and 50 kg payload capacity let teams iterate quickly on new sensor arrays, inspection rigs, or custom enclosures. Because it accepts external kits rather than locking users into a fixed configuration, it suits manufacturing and industrial groups prototyping mobile inspection or material-handling concepts on a vehicle-style chassis.
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No. The base Hunter SE is a bare drive-by-wire chassis with a CAN interface and open-source SDK. Cameras, LiDAR, onboard compute, and obstacle-avoidance/autonomy stacks are added through AgileX development kits such as the Autonomous System Development Kit or R&D Kit Pro. RobotLAB can spec the right kit for your project. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to scope a configuration.
The Hunter SE uses front-wheel Ackermann steering, the same geometry as a passenger car, so it turns like a vehicle rather than rotating in place. That makes it the better fit for autonomous-driving research where car-like kinematics matter. Skid-steer platforms like the Scout 2.0 are better for tight-space maneuvering and rough-terrain traction.
Yes. It ships with an open-source SDK and CAN bus interface and is designed to work with ROS/ROS2 development workflows, which is why it is widely used in university robotics labs. RobotLAB can advise on the software stack and supported sensor integrations.
The Hunter SE runs on a 24V/30Ah battery for roughly 2 to 3 hours of operating time per charge, with a no-load top speed of 4.8 m/s. Actual runtime depends on payload, terrain, and how aggressively the platform is driven during testing.
Yes. As a U.S.-based AgileX reseller and integrator, RobotLAB sells, leases, deploys, trains, and services the Hunter SE nationwide, with a 1-year warranty. Operating the base unit requires no special training, and optional professional development/training is available. Call 1-87-RobotLAB to discuss purchase, lease, or RaaS options.
Up to 50 kg, mounted via the modular aluminum T-slot rails on top of the all-steel body. That leaves ample room for a full research sensor suite plus onboard compute. For heavier loads, the larger AgileX Hunter 2.0 carries up to 150 kg.
Both. Its compact 820 x 640 mm footprint suits indoor labs and test courses, while the 120 mm ground clearance, 30-degree climbing grade, and -20 to 60 degree C operating range support outdoor testing. For purely indoor, lower-speed AGV development, the AgileX Tracer is a lower-cost alternative. Call 1-87-RobotLAB for guidance.
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