Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) 3D printable model by TomKnox
Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) photo 1 Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) photo 2 Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) photo 3 Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) photo 4 Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) photo 5 Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) photo 6

Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie)

Source: Thingiverse by TomKnox

The Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) is a free printable 3D model from Thingiverse by TomKnox. A 3D-printed, motorized model of NASA's Curiosity and Perseverance rovers. You can download the STL file from the original listing below and print it at home.

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30 saves Source: Thingiverse Updated 2026-11-01 License: BSD · commercial OK Category: Vehicles & RC

Tags: aluminum extrusion, esp32, LX-16A, Mars Rover, Raspberry Pi, robot, robotics, rocker bogie, rover, serial bus servo

About this model

A 3D-printed, motorized model of NASA's Curiosity and Perseverance rovers. Sawppy copies the real rovers' rocker-bogie suspension, so all six wheels stay on the ground over rocks, curbs and garden edges. Four corner wheels steer, which lets the rover turn on the spot. It is a sturdy platform for driving around the yard and for your own robotics software later. This is a refurbished remix of Sawppy the Rover by Roger Cheng ( The photos show a community build by Kevin Nickels. Updated for modern use: one purchase list for the whole rover, a print list with counts and mirrored parts, cut lists for the frame and shafts, and one build guide in build order. What you build - A body box of 15 mm aluminum extrusion joined by printed corners and clips - Rocker-bogie suspension on both sides with a d…

Frequently asked questions

Is this 3D model free to download?
Yes. Sawppy Six-Wheel Mars Rover (Rocker-Bogie) is free to download from Thingiverse. Open it in the free Thinger app, or use the "Download from Thingiverse" link above to open the original listing.
Where is the STL hosted?
The download is hosted by Thingiverse, not by Thinger. We link you directly to the original listing by TomKnox.
Who made this model?
Designed by TomKnox, published on Thingiverse. Please credit the creator when sharing your print online.
Can I print this at home?
Yes. This model is intended for home FDM and resin 3D printers. Check the original listing for suggested print settings like layer height and supports.

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