Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

FANUC M-10iD/12 vs FANUC M-2000iA/1700L

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

FANUC2 wins
FANUC M-10iD/12

Slim, hollow-wrist mid-payload for dense cells.

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.

12 kg
Payload
1,700 kg
1,441 mm
Reach
4,683 mm
±0.02 mm
Repeatability
±0.27 mm
6
Axes
6
145 kg
Robot mass
12,500 kg
2017
Introducedreference
2015

The verdict

FANUC M-2000iA/1700L carries more payload at 1700 kg. FANUC M-2000iA/1700L reaches farther at 4683 mm. FANUC M-10iD/12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 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 M-10iD/12
  • +Internal cable routing reduces snagging
  • +Strong reach-to-footprint ratio
FANUC M-2000iA/1700L
  • +Extreme payload
  • +Lifts full assemblies in one pick

Common questions

Which has more payload, the FANUC M-10iD/12 or the FANUC M-2000iA/1700L?
The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L has more payload at 1700 kg versus 12 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L has more reach at 4683 mm versus 1441 mm.
Which is more precise?
The FANUC M-10iD/12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm.
Should I choose the FANUC M-10iD/12 or the FANUC M-2000iA/1700L?
Match the pick to the job. The FANUC M-10iD/12 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 12 kg and 1441 mm. The FANUC M-2000iA/1700L is a 6-axis industrial arm at 1700 kg and 4683 mm.