Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)

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

FANUC3 wins
FANUC LR Mate 200iD

The benchmark tabletop six-axis for tending and assembly.

KUKA1 wins
KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)

Fast small robot for high-speed handling.

Specification duel

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

7 kg
Payload
6 kg
717 mm
Reach
901 mm
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
±0.03 mm
6
Axes
6
25 kg
Robot mass
52 kg
2013
Introducedreference
2012

The verdict

FANUC LR Mate 200iD carries more payload at 7 kg. KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) reaches farther at 901 mm. FANUC LR Mate 200iD holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 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.

FANUC LR Mate 200iD
  • +Fast cycle times
  • +Slim arm clears tight fixtures
  • +Huge installed base and parts availability
KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)
  • +High speed
  • +Multiple mounting options

Common questions

Which has more payload, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD has more payload at 7 kg versus 6 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) has more reach at 901 mm versus 717 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD holds tighter repeatability at ±0.01 mm.
Should I choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus)?
Match the pick to the job. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 717 mm. The KUKA KR 6 R900 (Agilus) is a 6-axis industrial arm at 6 kg and 901 mm.