APe15 vs Transbotics AGV Tugger
Side-by-side comparison of APe15 (LogisTech) and Transbotics AGV Tugger (Transbotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- APe15—
- Transbotics AGV TuggerUnited States
Verified Deployments
- APe150 Deployments
- Transbotics AGV Tugger0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- APe15$40,716 USD
- Transbotics AGV TuggerContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- APe1520 hrs
- Transbotics AGV Tugger8 hrs
Availability Status
- APe15ACTIVE
- Transbotics AGV TuggerACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- APe151,500 kg
- Transbotics AGV Tugger3,000 kg
Max Speed
- APe151.5 m/s
- Transbotics AGV Tugger1.7 m/s
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | — | United States |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $40,716 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | 20 hrs | 8 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 1,500 kg | 3,000 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 1.5 m/s | 1.7 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Year First Available, Reach, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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
| Metric | APe15 | Transbotics AGV Tugger |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $40,716 | No price |
| Payback period | 9.8 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $209,284 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +514% | — |
Transbotics AGV Tugger has 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 APe15 and Transbotics AGV Tugger?
APe15 is made by LogisTech. Transbotics AGV Tugger is made by Transbotics, based in US.
How do APe15 and Transbotics AGV Tugger compare on the Robo Index?
APe15 grades BBB on the Robo Index. Transbotics AGV Tugger grades A. 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.
What is the payload difference between APe15 and Transbotics AGV Tugger?
APe15 carries up to 1500 kg. Transbotics AGV Tugger carries up to 3000 kg.
Are APe15 and Transbotics AGV Tugger in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Agv on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Agv robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Agv TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: AGV TCO: hardware, infrastructure, and maintenance.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between APe15 and Transbotics AGV Tugger?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: AGV RFP red flags: avoiding vendor lock-in.
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About this comparison
APe15 vs Transbotics AGV Tugger compares two robots in the agv 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.