Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

FANUC LR Mate 200iD vs Yaskawa Motoman GP8

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

FANUC1 wins
FANUC LR Mate 200iD

The benchmark tabletop six-axis for tending and assembly.

Yaskawa2 wins
Yaskawa Motoman GP8

Nimble 8 kg arm with a fast wrist.

Specification duel

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

7 kg
Payload
8 kg
717 mm
Reach
727 mm
±0.01 mm
Repeatability
±0.01 mm
6
Axes
6
25 kg
Robot mass
32 kg
2013
Introducedreference
2017

The verdict

Yaskawa Motoman GP8 carries more payload at 8 kg. Yaskawa Motoman GP8 reaches farther at 727 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
Yaskawa Motoman GP8
  • +Fast
  • +Flexible mounting

Common questions

Which has more payload, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the Yaskawa Motoman GP8?
The Yaskawa Motoman GP8 has more payload at 8 kg versus 7 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The Yaskawa Motoman GP8 has more reach at 727 mm versus 717 mm.
Which is more precise?
Both are rated at ±0.01 mm repeatability.
Should I choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD or the Yaskawa Motoman GP8?
Match the pick to the job. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD is a 6-axis industrial arm at 7 kg and 717 mm. The Yaskawa Motoman GP8 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 8 kg and 727 mm.