Those team estimates quoted each must include ~100 extra for HQ testing, field spare parts, damage, just-in-case an unexpectedly large number of rookies signup one year, etc.
So there aren't as many teams expected as all that.
Here's an additional estimate from FIRST:
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Originally Posted by FRC Kit of Parts Supplier Toolkit webpage
Qty required: 2,860 for 2013 season
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