Head to head
ABB IRB 1200 vs FANUC LR Mate 200iD
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
ABB0 wins
ABB IRB 1200
Compact arm tuned for small-parts and tending.
FANUC3 wins
FANUC LR Mate 200iD
The benchmark tabletop six-axis for tending and assembly.
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
7 kg
Payload
7 kg
703 mm
Reach
717 mm
±0.02 mm
Repeatability
±0.01 mm
6
Axes
6
52 kg
Robot mass
25 kg
2014
Introducedreference
2013
The verdict
FANUC LR Mate 200iD reaches farther at 717 mm. FANUC LR Mate 200iD 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 1200 →
- +Compact working envelope
- +Good for dense workcells
FANUC LR Mate 200iD →
- +Fast cycle times
- +Slim arm clears tight fixtures
- +Huge installed base and parts availability
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 1200 or the FANUC LR Mate 200iD?
- The ABB IRB 1200 and FANUC LR Mate 200iD match at 7 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The FANUC LR Mate 200iD has more reach at 717 mm versus 703 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The FANUC LR Mate 200iD holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
- Should I choose the ABB IRB 1200 or the FANUC LR Mate 200iD?
- Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 1200 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 703 mm. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 717 mm.