Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC R-1000iA/80F?

The ABB IRB 6640 has more payload at 235 kg versus 80 kg.

Which reaches farther?

The ABB IRB 6640 has more reach at 2550 mm versus 2230 mm.

Should I choose the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC R-1000iA/80F?

Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 6640 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 235 kg and 2550 mm. The FANUC R-1000iA/80F is a 6-axis industrial arm at 80 kg and 2230 mm.

Head to head

ABB IRB 6640 vs FANUC R-1000iA/80F

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 R-1000iA/80F

Foundry-rated arm for harsh handling duty

Specification duel

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

235 kg

Payload

80 kg

2,550 mm

Reach

2,230 mm

±0.05 mm

Repeatability

±0.03 mm

Axes

1,310 kg

Robot mass

620 kg

2007

Introducedreference

Not confirmed

The verdict

ABB IRB 6640 carries more payload at 235 kg. ABB IRB 6640 reaches farther at 2550 mm. FANUC R-1000iA/80F holds tighter repeatability at ±0.03 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 R-1000iA/80F →

+Sealed construction for foundry and washdown duty
+High payload with a compact base
+Fast acceleration for casting cycle times
+Heat-resistant cabling option available

Full ABB IRB 6640 page →Full FANUC R-1000iA/80F page →

Common questions

Which has more payload, the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC R-1000iA/80F?: The ABB IRB 6640 has more payload at 235 kg versus 80 kg.
Which reaches farther?: The ABB IRB 6640 has more reach at 2550 mm versus 2230 mm.
Which is more precise?: The FANUC R-1000iA/80F holds tighter repeatability at ±0.03 mm.
Should I choose the ABB IRB 6640 or the FANUC R-1000iA/80F?: Match the pick to the job. The ABB IRB 6640 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 235 kg and 2550 mm. The FANUC R-1000iA/80F is a 6-axis industrial arm at 80 kg and 2230 mm.