Dextre vs KR 120 R3900-2 K
Side-by-side comparison of Dextre (MDA) and KR 120 R3900-2 K (KUKA Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- DextreCanada
- KR 120 R3900-2 KGermany
Year First Available
- Dextre2008
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2015
Verified Deployments
- Dextre0 Deployments
- KR 120 R3900-2 K0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- DextreResearch platform
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
Availability Status
- DextreACTIVE
- KR 120 R3900-2 KACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- Dextre600 kg
- KR 120 R3900-2 K146 kg
Reach
- Dextre3,500 mm
- KR 120 R3900-2 K3,904 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Dextre15
- KR 120 R3900-2 K6
Repeatability
- Dextre±2 mm
- KR 120 R3900-2 K±0.04 mm
Robot Weight
- Dextre1,660 kg
- KR 120 R3900-2 K42 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- Dextre—
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP65
IP Rating (Wrist)
- Dextre—
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP67
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- Dextre—
- KR 120 R3900-2 KKR C5, KR C5 micro
Commercial
Price (USD)
- DextreResearch platform
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
Warranty
- Dextre—
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2 yrs
Service Network
- Dextre—
- KR 120 R3900-2 Kglobal
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Canada | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2008 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Research platform | $19,000–$84,900 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Warehousing & Logistics buyers) (values differ) | 600 kg | 146 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 3,500 mm | 3,904 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 15 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±2 mm | ±0.04 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 1,660 kg | 42 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | — | IP65 |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | — | KR C5, KR C5 micro |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Research platform | $19,000–$84,900 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Service Network (values differ) | — | global |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Teach Pendant Type, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Internal Cable Routing, Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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 | Dextre | KR 120 R3900-2 K |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $51,950 |
| Payback period | — | 12.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $198,050 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +381% |
Dextre 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Dextre and KR 120 R3900-2 K?
Dextre is made by MDA, based in CA. KR 120 R3900-2 K is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE.
When were Dextre and KR 120 R3900-2 K launched?
Dextre launched in 2008. KR 120 R3900-2 K launched in 2015.
How do Dextre and KR 120 R3900-2 K compare on the Robo Index?
Dextre grades BBB on the Robo Index. KR 120 R3900-2 K grades AAA. 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 Dextre compare to KR 120 R3900-2 K?
Dextre has a reach of 6700 mm. KR 120 R3900-2 K has a reach of 3904 mm.
Are Dextre and KR 120 R3900-2 K 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 Dextre and KR 120 R3900-2 K?
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.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming
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About this comparison
Dextre vs KR 120 R3900-2 K 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.