Explorer vs KR 150 R2700-2
Side-by-side comparison of Explorer (OC Robotics) and KR 150 R2700-2 (KUKA Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ExplorerUnited Kingdom
- KR 150 R2700-2Germany
Year First Available
- Explorer2009
- KR 150 R2700-2—
Verified Deployments
- Explorer0 Deployments
- KR 150 R2700-20 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- ExplorerContact for quote
- KR 150 R2700-2$51,543 USD
Availability Status
- ExplorerACTIVE
- KR 150 R2700-2ACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating (Arm)
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2IP65
Payload
- Explorer20 kg
- KR 150 R2700-2150 kg
Reach
- Explorer2,500 mm
- KR 150 R2700-22,701 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-26
Repeatability
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2±0.05 mm
Robot Weight
- Explorer18.6 kg
- KR 150 R2700-21,072 kg
IP Rating (Wrist)
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2IP67
Performance
Duty Cycle
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2continuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- ExplorerControl and simulation unit
- KR 150 R2700-2KUKA KR C4 Controller
Programming Languages
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2KRL
Teach Pendant Type
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2wired touch
Offline Programming
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2KUKA.Sim
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2none
IoT / Cloud Platform
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2KUKA Connect
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2ISO 9409-1
Internal Cable Routing
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2through arm
Commercial
Price (USD)
- ExplorerContact for quote
- KR 150 R2700-2$51,543 USD
Service Network
- Explorer—
- KR 150 R2700-2global
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2009 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $51,543 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | — | IP65 |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 20 kg | 150 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,500 mm | 2,701 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | — | ±0.05 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 18.6 kg | 1,072 kg |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | Control and simulation unit | KUKA KR C4 Controller |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | — | KRL |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | wired touch |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | — | KUKA.Sim |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | — | KUKA Connect |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | ISO 9409-1 |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | Contact for quote | $51,543 USD |
| 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, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Warranty, 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 | Explorer | KR 150 R2700-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $51,543 |
| Payback period | — | 12.4 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $198,458 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +385% |
Explorer 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 Explorer and KR 150 R2700-2?
Explorer is made by OC Robotics, based in GB. KR 150 R2700-2 is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE.
How do Explorer and KR 150 R2700-2 compare on the Robo Index?
Explorer grades AA on the Robo Index. KR 150 R2700-2 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.
How does the reach of Explorer compare to KR 150 R2700-2?
Explorer has a reach of 2500 mm. KR 150 R2700-2 has a reach of 2701 mm.
Are Explorer and KR 150 R2700-2 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 Explorer and KR 150 R2700-2?
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
Explorer vs KR 150 R2700-2 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.