Head to head
KUKA KR 16 R2010 vs Yaskawa Motoman GP25
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
Long reach mid payload robot for handling and welding
Mid payload robot for handling and machine tending
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
The verdict
The specs separate them here: the Yaskawa Motoman GP25 carries more, 25 kg to the KUKA KR 16 R2010's 16 kg. If precision drives the job, the Yaskawa Motoman GP25 holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm. They run different controllers, the KUKA KR 16 R2010 on the KR C4 and the Yaskawa Motoman GP25 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 16 R2010 lists Angle mounting while the Yaskawa Motoman GP25 lists Tilt mounting, which the other does not. Both are aimed at material handling and machine tending, with the KUKA KR 16 R2010 stretching to arc welding and dispensing and the Yaskawa Motoman GP25 to packaging and palletizing.
- Large work envelope for a mid payload robot
- Proven platform with a long service history
- Good stiffness for welding and dispensing paths
- Wide parts and support network
- Strong speed to payload ratio
- Reliable in multi shift CNC tending
- Compact base footprint
- Washdown rated for light coolant exposure
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the KUKA KR 16 R2010 or the Yaskawa Motoman GP25?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP25 has more payload at 25 kg versus 16 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The KUKA KR 16 R2010 has more reach at 2013 mm versus 1730 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP25 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.02 mm.
- Should I choose the KUKA KR 16 R2010 or the Yaskawa Motoman GP25?
- Match the pick to the job. The KUKA KR 16 R2010 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 16 kg and 2013 mm. The Yaskawa Motoman GP25 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 25 kg and 1730 mm.