Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

ABB IRB 460 vs FANUC M-410iB/140H

A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.

ABB1 wins
ABB IRB 460

Compact four-axis palletizer with a low swing profile

FANUC4 wins
FANUC M-410iB/140H

High-speed four-axis palletizer for case handling

Specification duel

Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.

110 kg
Payload
140 kg
2,400 mm
Reach
2,850 mm
±0.2 mm
Repeatability
±0.05 mm
4
Axes
5
925 kg
Robot mass
1,200 kg
2011
Introducedreference
2010

The verdict

FANUC M-410iB/140H carries more payload at 140 kg. FANUC M-410iB/140H reaches farther at 2850 mm. FANUC M-410iB/140H holds tighter repeatability at ±0.05 mm. Both are palletizing arms, so the choice comes down to payload headroom, cell layout, and the controller and ecosystem you already run.

ABB IRB 460
  • +Low-profile design fits tight overhead clearance
  • +Fast cycle rate for case palletizing
  • +Compact footprint versus reach
  • +Simple four-axis maintenance
FANUC M-410iB/140H
  • +High cycle rate for case palletizing
  • +Low-profile base simplifies mezzanine layouts
  • +Simple four-axis kinematics ease maintenance
  • +Strong reach for multi-pallet cells

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 460 or the FANUC M-410iB/140H?
The FANUC M-410iB/140H has more payload at 140 kg versus 110 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The FANUC M-410iB/140H has more reach at 2850 mm versus 2400 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC M-410iB/140H holds tighter repeatability at ±0.05 mm.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 460 or the FANUC M-410iB/140H?
Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 460 is a palletizing arm at 110 kg and 2400 mm. The FANUC M-410iB/140H is a palletizing arm at 140 kg and 2850 mm.