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ABB IRB-4600 vs RoboTrex

Side-by-side comparison of ABB IRB-4600 (ABB) and RoboTrex (Metalcraft Automation Group) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Switzerland
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrexUnited States

Year First Available

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46002015
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Verified Deployments

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46000 Deployments
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Availability Status

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ACTIVE
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrexACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Robot Weight

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600235 kg
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Payload

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460060 kg
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex25 kg

Reach

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46002,550 mm
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Degrees of Freedom

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46006
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex6

Repeatability

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600±0.05 mm
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex±0.005 mm

Path Accuracy

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600±0.5 mm
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

IP Rating (Arm)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600IP67
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

IP Rating (Wrist)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600IP67
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Performance

Cycle Time (25/305/25)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46000.4 s
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

MTBF

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600100,000 hrs
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Duty Cycle

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600continuous 24 7
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Vibration Damping

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600active model based
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Safety

Safety Category

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Cat.3 PLd
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Dual Check Safety

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Yes
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Safety I/O Pairs

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46008
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

E-Stop Response

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460010 ms
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Safe Zone Count

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46003
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Controller & Programming

Controller Model

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600OmniCore
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Programming Languages

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600TP, KAREL
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Teach Pendant Type

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600smart pad
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrexno pendant (browser UI)

Offline Programming

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ROBOGUIDE
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Digital Twin Support

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600Yes
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Connectivity

ROS-Industrial Support

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600vendor supported
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

IoT / Cloud Platform

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600FANUC ZDT
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Cybersecurity Certs

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600IEC 62443 SL1
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Predictive Maintenance

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600threshold based
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

End-Effector

Tool Flange Standard

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ISO 9409-1
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Tool Changer (ISO)

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600ATI
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Internal Cable Routing

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600through arm and wrist
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Pneumatic Lines

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46002
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Electrical Lines

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460012
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Commercial

Warranty

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-46001 yrs
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Service Network

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-4600global
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Spare Parts Lead Time

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460014 days
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Expected Service Life

  • ABB IRB-4600
    ABB IRB-460010 yrs
  • RoboTrex
    RoboTrex

Insufficient data for full comparison

The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Max TCP Speed, Communication Protocols, Price (USD)

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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

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ROI (5 yr)

ABB IRB-4600, RoboTrex have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.

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.

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Frequently asked

Who makes ABB IRB-4600 and RoboTrex?

ABB IRB-4600 is made by ABB, based in CH. RoboTrex is made by Metalcraft Automation Group, based in US.

How do ABB IRB-4600 and RoboTrex compare on the Robo Index?

ABB IRB-4600 grades AA on the Robo Index. RoboTrex 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.

Are ABB IRB-4600 and RoboTrex 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-4600 and RoboTrex?

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-4600 vs RoboTrex 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.