Head to head
KUKA KR 70 R2100 vs Yaskawa Motoman GP88
A specification duel across payload, reach, precision, and footprint, with a plain read on which arm suits which job.
Compact heavy payload robot for demanding handling jobs
Heavier duty robot for demanding handling tasks
Specification duel
Green marks the stronger figure. Unconfirmed specs are shown but not scored.
The verdict
The specs separate them here: the Yaskawa Motoman GP88 carries more, 88 kg to the KUKA KR 70 R2100's 70 kg. If precision drives the job, the Yaskawa Motoman GP88 holds the tighter repeatability at ±0.03 mm. They run different controllers, the KUKA KR 70 R2100 on the KR C4 and the Yaskawa Motoman GP88 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 70 R2100 lists Inclined mounting while the Yaskawa Motoman GP88 lists Tilt mounting, which the other does not.
- High payload in a compact envelope
- Strong wrist torque for asymmetric loads
- Robust design for continuous multi shift use
- Good match for press tending
- Strong payload margin for multi part grippers
- Solid reach for servicing wide cells
- IP67 wrist standard; optional higher body protection on applicable versions
- Good repeatability for its payload class
Common questions
- Which has more payload, the KUKA KR 70 R2100 or the Yaskawa Motoman GP88?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP88 has more payload at 88 kg versus 70 kg.
- Which reaches farther?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP88 has more reach at 2236 mm versus 2101 mm.
- Which is more precise?
- The Yaskawa Motoman GP88 holds tighter repeatability at ±0.03 mm.
- Should I choose the KUKA KR 70 R2100 or the Yaskawa Motoman GP88?
- Match the pick to the job. The KUKA KR 70 R2100 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 70 kg and 2101 mm. The Yaskawa Motoman GP88 is a 6-axis industrial arm at 88 kg and 2236 mm.