Clearpath Robotics · Autonomous mobile robots
TurtleBot 4 Lite
A cost-optimised ROS 2 mobile platform for education and research
Overview
This lighter variant of the TurtleBot 4 provides an open-source ROS 2 platform, built on the iRobot Create 3 mobile base. It incorporates an OAK-D-Lite camera and a 2D LiDAR for navigation and perception. The design prioritises core autonomy hardware while reducing overall cost and footprint.
Specifications
- Deployment Stage
- Paid Deployment
- Communication
- WiFi
- Height
- 192 mm
- Locomotion
- Wheeled
- Max Speed
- 0.31 m/s (safe mode; 0.46 m/s max)
- Payload Capacity
- 9 kg
- ROS Compatible
- Yes
- Runtime
- 2.5-4 hours (load dependent)
- SDK Support
- Yes
- Sensors
- RPLIDAR A1M8 2D LiDAR, OAK-D-Lite camera, IMU, bumper, cliff/IR sensors
- Weight
- 3.3 kg
- Compute
- Raspberry Pi 4B (4 GB)
Where it performs
- Cost-effective entry into ROS 2 development for education.
- Features a 2D LiDAR and OAK-D-Lite camera for perception.
- Integrates with the iRobot Create 3 base for reliable locomotion.
What to check before buying
- Payload capacity of 9 kg is lower than some comparable platforms.
- Maximum safe speed of 0.31 m/s may constrain dynamic scenarios.
- Operating time of 2.5-4 hours varies significantly with payload.