Head to head
KUKA KR 10 R1420 vs Yaskawa Motoman GP12
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
Mid reach arm for general assembly and handling
General purpose mid size robot for handling and assembly
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
The verdict
The specs separate them here: the Yaskawa Motoman GP12 carries more, 12 kg to the KUKA KR 10 R1420's 10 kg. If precision drives the job, the Yaskawa Motoman GP12 holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm. They run different controllers, the KUKA KR 10 R1420 on the KR C4 and the Yaskawa Motoman GP12 on the YRC1000, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker. For a tight or overhead cell, the KUKA KR 10 R1420 lists Angle mounting while the Yaskawa Motoman GP12 lists Tilt mounting, which the other does not.
- Long reach for its weight class
- Consistent repeatability across the work envelope
- Compatible with KUKA's broad software ecosystem
- Easy to retrofit into existing cells
- Good reach for a mid size robot
- High repeatability for precision assembly
- Washdown rated construction
- Flexible mounting orientations
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the KUKA KR 10 R1420 or the Yaskawa Motoman GP12?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP12 has more payload at 12 kg versus 10 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP12 has more reach at 1440 mm versus 1420 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP12 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm.
- Should I choose the KUKA KR 10 R1420 or the Yaskawa Motoman GP12?
- Match the pick to the job. The KUKA KR 10 R1420 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 10 kg and 1420 mm. The Yaskawa Motoman GP12 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 12 kg and 1440 mm.