Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec) vs KUKA KR 300 R2500

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

KUKA2 of 5 categories
KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec)

Heavy Quantec arm for body shops.

KUKA1 of 5 categories
KUKA KR 300 R2500

High payload robot for heavy parts and tooling

Specification duel

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

210 kg
Payload
300 kg
2,696 mm
Reach
2,496 mm
±0.06 mm
Repeatability
±0.06 mm
6
Axes
6
1,068 kg
Robot mass
1,120 kg
2010
Introducedreference
Not confirmed

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the KUKA KR 300 R2500 carries more, 300 kg to the KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec)'s 210 kg. Both run the KR C4 controller, so programming, spare parts, and operator familiarity carry across either way. For a tight or overhead cell, the KUKA KR 300 R2500 lists Ceiling mounting, which the other does not. Both are aimed at material handling, with the KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec) stretching to spot welding and the KUKA KR 300 R2500 to palletizing and press tending.

KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec)
  • Robust for continuous duty
  • Wide payload family
KUKA KR 300 R2500
  • High payload with a manageable footprint
  • Rigid arm structure for heavy tooling
  • Good repeatability given its load class
  • Established support network

Common questions

Which has more payload, the KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec) or the KUKA KR 300 R2500?
The KUKA KR 300 R2500 has more payload at 300 kg versus 210 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec) has more reach at 2696 mm versus 2496 mm.
Which is more precise?
Both are rated at ±0.06 mm repeatability.
Should I choose the KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec) or the KUKA KR 300 R2500?
Match the pick to the job. The KUKA KR 210 R2700 (Quantec) is a 6-axis industrial arm at 210 kg and 2696 mm. The KUKA KR 300 R2500 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 300 kg and 2496 mm.