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GP180 vs KR 180 R2900-2

YASKAWA Electric vs KUKA — specs, price, and data-backed comparison.

QUICK TAKE

  • KR 180 R2900-2 offers the longer reach (2.9 m vs 2.7 m).
  • GP180 offers the lighter build (1,020 kg vs 1,101 kg).

SPECIFICATIONS COMPARED

GP180KR 180 R2900-2
CompanyYASKAWA ElectricKUKA
CategoryIndustrial-RobotIndustrial-Robot
Price:Not announcedNot announced
Released:—2012
Weight1,020 kg1,101 kg
Payload180 kg180 kg
Reach2.7 m2.9 m
Degrees of Freedom66
Battery Life—24 hours

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between the GP180 and the KR 180 R2900-2?

GP180 is made by YASKAWA Electric, while KR 180 R2900-2 is made by KUKA. Both are industrial-robots, so the differences come down to price and specifications.