Head to head
ABB IRB 6640 vs FANUC M-900iB/700
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-900iB/700
Heavy-payload giant for press tending and casting
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
235 kg
Payload
700 kg
2,550 mm
Reach
2,832 mm
±0.05 mm
Repeatability
±0.1 mm
6
Axes
6
1,310 kg
Robot mass
2,800 kg
2007
Introducedreference
Not confirmed
The verdict
FANUC M-900iB/700 carries more payload at 700 kg. FANUC M-900iB/700 reaches farther at 2832 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-900iB/700 →
- +Very high payload for a standard six-axis arm
- +Rigid structure holds accuracy under heavy loads
- +Long service life in foundry and press duty
- +Wide selection of heavy-duty EOAT partners
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC M-900iB/700?
- The FANUC M-900iB/700 has more payload at 700 kg versus 235 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The FANUC M-900iB/700 has more reach at 2832 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-900iB/700?
- 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-900iB/700 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 700 kg and 2832 mm.