Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

ABB IRB 5710 vs FANUC M-10iD/12

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

ABB2 wins
ABB IRB 5710

Slim paint-family arm for finishing and dispensing

FANUC2 wins
FANUC M-10iD/12

Slim, hollow-wrist mid-payload for dense cells.

Specification duel

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

110 kg
Payload
12 kg
2,300 mm
Reach
1,441 mm
±0.04 mm
Repeatability
±0.02 mm
6
Axes
6
830 kg
Robot mass
145 kg
2022
Introducedreference
2017

The verdict

ABB IRB 5710 carries more payload at 110 kg. ABB IRB 5710 reaches farther at 2300 mm. FANUC M-10iD/12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 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 5710
  • +Slim profile for tight booth clearance
  • +Sealed construction for solvent exposure
  • +Long reach for full-panel coverage
  • +Internal process line routing
FANUC M-10iD/12
  • +Internal cable routing reduces snagging
  • +Strong reach-to-footprint ratio

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 5710 or the FANUC M-10iD/12?
The ABB IRB 5710 has more payload at 110 kg versus 12 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The ABB IRB 5710 has more reach at 2300 mm versus 1441 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC M-10iD/12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 5710 or the FANUC M-10iD/12?
Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 5710 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 110 kg and 2300 mm. The FANUC M-10iD/12 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 12 kg and 1441 mm.