Robotics in Manufacturing

Head to head

KUKA KR 3 AGILUS vs Staubli TX2-60L

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

KUKA1 of 5 categories
KUKA KR 3 AGILUS

Compact high speed arm for small parts assembly

Staubli2 of 5 categories
Staubli TX2-60L

Clean, precise arm for assembly and dispensing

Specification duel

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

3 kg
Payload
3.7 kg
541 mm
Reach
920 mm
±0.02 mm
Repeatability
±0.02 mm
6
Axes
6
26.5 kg
Robot mass
52.9 kg
2016
Introducedreference
2017

The verdict

The specs separate them here: the Staubli TX2-60L carries more, 3.7 kg to the KUKA KR 3 AGILUS's 3 kg, and the Staubli TX2-60L reaches farther, 920 mm to 541 mm. They run different controllers, the KUKA KR 3 AGILUS on the KR C4 compact and the Staubli TX2-60L on the CS9, so whichever platform your team already programs and stocks parts for is a real tiebreaker. Both are aimed at assembly and dispensing, with the KUKA KR 3 AGILUS stretching to small parts handling and pick and place and the Staubli TX2-60L to machine tending and packaging.

KUKA KR 3 AGILUS
  • Very fast cycle times for light payloads
  • Small footprint fits crowded cells
  • Multiple mounting orientations
  • Low integration cost
Staubli TX2-60L
  • Fully enclosed arm keeps particulates out
  • Cleanroom and food-grade variants available
  • Tight repeatability for precision assembly
  • Internal routing protects cables from wear

Common questions

Which has more payload, the KUKA KR 3 AGILUS or the Staubli TX2-60L?
The Staubli TX2-60L has more payload at 3.7 kg versus 3 kg.
Which reaches farther?
The Staubli TX2-60L has more reach at 920 mm versus 541 mm.
Which is more precise?
Both are rated at ±0.02 mm repeatability.
Should I choose the KUKA KR 3 AGILUS or the Staubli TX2-60L?
Match the pick to the job. The KUKA KR 3 AGILUS is a 6-axis industrial arm at 3 kg and 541 mm. The Staubli TX2-60L is a 6-axis industrial arm at 3.7 kg and 920 mm.