Head to head
ABB IRB 1100 vs KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
ABB2 wins
ABB IRB 1100
Small precise arm for assembly and dispensing
KUKA2 wins
KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)
Fast small robot for high-speed handling.
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
4 kg
Payload
6 kg
580 mm
Reach
901 mm
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
±0.03 mm
6
Axes
6
21 kg
Robot mass
52 kg
2018
Introducedreference
2012
The verdict
KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) carries more payload at 6 kg. KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) reaches farther at 901 mm. ABB IRB 1100 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm. Both are 6-axis industrial arms, so the choice comes down to payload headroom, cell layout, and the controller and ecosystem you already run.
ABB IRB 1100 →
- +Very tight repeatability for small-parts work
- +Compact size fits benchtop cells
- +SafeMove options for shared workspace
- +Fast for short-cycle assembly tasks
KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) →
- +High speed
- +Multiple mounting options
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 1100 or the KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)?
- The KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) has more payload at 6 kg versus 4 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) has more reach at 901 mm versus 580 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The ABB IRB 1100 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
- Should I choose the ABB IRB 1100 or the KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)?
- Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 1100 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 4 kg and 580 mm. The KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) is a 6-axis industrial arm at 6 kg and 901 mm.