Recommended 'Lunar Style' starting platform

ArduRover Miscellaneous
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2 years ago I made my first attempts in AR by starting to convert an RC car, as it is recommended for beginners. I got it to the point where I was able to drive it, but never really completed it by properly attaching all the hardware.

Now instead of getting back to it and squeezing the components (FC, ESC, GPS, RX) into the rather small car (Feiyue FY03), I’m thinking of switching them over to another, more flexible chassis, which is actually more what I had in mind initially, something that looks like this: Bogie Runt Rover™ - ServoCity®

So basically I’m just looking for links. I did some searching but didn’t find much, even on Ali - maybe I’m just not using the right seach terms. I’m in EU, so Servocity itself is out of the question. Thanks in advance for any hints.

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It’s not a typical frame type, so there’s not many pre-built chassis available.

If you don’t mind a bit of assembly and 3D printing, take a look at Sawwppy: GitHub - Roger-random/Sawppy_Rover: Sawppy the Rover: A Motorized Model of Mars Rover Curiosity and Perseverance for <$500 In Parts · GitHub

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Looks really, really cool, I’d love to have one - but far too complex for me, as I’m still at the beginner stage. Thanks anyway!

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You don’t need anything complicated, just a plastic box and add some 360 servos with wheels for propulsion.