Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC M-2000iA/1700L?

The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L has more payload at 1700 kg versus 235 kg.

Which reaches farther?

The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L has more reach at 4683 mm versus 2550 mm.

Which is more precise?

The ABB IRB 6640 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.05 mm.

Should I choose the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC M-2000iA/1700L?

Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 6640 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 235 kg and 2550 mm. The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L is a 6-axis industrial arm at 1700 kg and 4683 mm.

Head to head

ABB IRB 6640 vs FANUC M-2000iA/1700L

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

ABB2 wins

ABB IRB 6640

Heavy-payload foundry-proven material handler

FANUC2 wins

FANUC M-2000iA/1700L

One of the strongest six-axis robots built.

Specification duel

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

235 kg

Payload

1,700 kg

2,550 mm

Reach

4,683 mm

±0.05 mm

Repeatability

±0.27 mm

Axes

1,310 kg

Robot mass

12,500 kg

2007

Introducedreference

2015

The verdict

FANUC M-2000iA/1700L carries more payload at 1700 kg. FANUC M-2000iA/1700L reaches farther at 4683 mm. ABB IRB 6640 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.05 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 6640 →

+Proven in foundry and press-tending duty
+High payload with foundry-sealed options
+Rigid structure holds accuracy under load
+Long service life in continuous operation

FANUC M-2000iA/1700L →

+Extreme payload
+Lifts full assemblies in one pick

Full ABB IRB 6640 page →Full FANUC M-2000iA/1700L page →

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC M-2000iA/1700L?: The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L has more payload at 1700 kg versus 235 kg.
Which reaches farther?: The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L has more reach at 4683 mm versus 2550 mm.
Which is more precise?: The ABB IRB 6640 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.05 mm.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC M-2000iA/1700L?: Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 6640 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 235 kg and 2550 mm. The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L is a 6-axis industrial arm at 1700 kg and 4683 mm.