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ABB IRB-2600 vs KAWASAKI MX700N

Side-by-side comparison of ABB IRB-2600 (ABB) and KAWASAKI MX700N (Kawasaki Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600Switzerland
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NJapan

Year First Available

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26002015
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N2010

Verified Deployments

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26000 Deployments
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600$11,000–$20,999 USD
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N$42,000–$48,000 USD

Availability Status

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600ACTIVE
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Robot Weight

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600235 kg
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Payload

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-260020 kg
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N700 kg

Reach

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26001,850 mm
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N2,540 mm

Degrees of Freedom

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26006
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N6

Repeatability

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600±0.04 mm
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N±0.5 mm

Path Accuracy

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600±0.5 mm
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

IP Rating (Arm)

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600IP67
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

IP Rating (Wrist)

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600IP67
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Performance

Cycle Time (25/305/25)

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26000.4 s
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

MTBF

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600100,000 hrs
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Duty Cycle

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600continuous 24 7
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700Ncontinuous 24 7

Vibration Damping

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600active model based
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700Nactive model based

Safety

Safety Category

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600Cat.3 PLd
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Dual Check Safety

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600Yes
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

E-Stop Response

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-260015 ms
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Safe Zone Count

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26008
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Controller & Programming

Controller Model

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600OmniCore V250XT/V400XT or IRC5
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NF04

Programming Languages

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600KAREL, TP
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NKawasaki AS (Advanced Servo)

Teach Pendant Type

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600smart pad
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700Nwired button

Offline Programming

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600ROBOGUIDE
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NKawasaki K-ROSET

Connectivity

ROS-Industrial Support

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600vendor supported
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

IoT / Cloud Platform

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600FANUC ZDT
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NKawasaki K- iPS (Intelligent Production System)

Predictive Maintenance

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600ml based
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700Nthreshold based

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600ISO 9409-1
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700NISO 9409-1

Internal Cable Routing

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600through arm and wrist
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700Nthrough arm

Pneumatic Lines

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26002
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Electrical Lines

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-260012
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Commercial

Price (USD)

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600$11,000–$20,999 USD
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N$42,000–$48,000 USD

Warranty

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-26003 yrs
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Service Network

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-2600global
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700Nglobal

Spare Parts Lead Time

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-260014 days
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Expected Service Life

  • ABB IRB-2600
    ABB IRB-260010 yrs
  • KAWASAKI MX700N
    KAWASAKI MX700N

Insufficient data for full comparison

The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Safety I/O Pairs, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, Cybersecurity Certs, Tool Changer (ISO)

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ROI Comparison

Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.

Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000

MetricABB IRB-2600KAWASAKI MX700N
Investment$16,000$45,000
Payback period3.8 mo10.8 mo
Net savings (5 yr)$234,001$205,000
ROI (5 yr)+1463%+456%

Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.

Trade-offs at a glance

Frequently asked

Who makes ABB IRB-2600 and KAWASAKI MX700N?

ABB IRB-2600 is made by ABB, based in CH. KAWASAKI MX700N is made by Kawasaki Robotics, based in JP.

When were ABB IRB-2600 and KAWASAKI MX700N launched?

ABB IRB-2600 launched in 2015. KAWASAKI MX700N launched in 2010.

How do ABB IRB-2600 and KAWASAKI MX700N compare on the Robo Index?

ABB IRB-2600 grades AAA on the Robo Index. KAWASAKI MX700N grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.

How does the reach of ABB IRB-2600 compare to KAWASAKI MX700N?

ABB IRB-2600 has a reach of 1811 mm. KAWASAKI MX700N has a reach of 2540 mm.

Are ABB IRB-2600 and KAWASAKI MX700N in the same category?

Both robots are classified as Industrial Arm on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.

What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Industrial Arm robots?

Hardware cost is one input. Industrial Arm TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming.

What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between ABB IRB-2600 and KAWASAKI MX700N?

Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Industrial Arm Vendor Selection: Capability Matrices and Proof Points.

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About this comparison

ABB IRB-2600 vs KAWASAKI MX700N compares two robots in the industrial-arm category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.