GEN72-B vs KR AGILUS ultra
Side-by-side comparison of GEN72-B (RealMan Robotics) and KR AGILUS ultra (KUKA Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- GEN72-BChina

- KR AGILUS ultraGermany

Year First Available
- GEN72-B2024

- KR AGILUS ultra2026

Verified Deployments
- GEN72-B0 Deployments

- KR AGILUS ultra0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- GEN72-BACTIVE

- KR AGILUS ultraACTIVE

Arm Mechanics
Robot Weight
- GEN72-B6.6 kg

- KR AGILUS ultra—

Payload
- GEN72-B2 kg

- KR AGILUS ultra16 kg

Reach
- GEN72-B600 mm

- KR AGILUS ultra1,103 mm

Degrees of Freedom
- GEN72-B—

- KR AGILUS ultra6

Repeatability
- GEN72-B±1 mm

- KR AGILUS ultra—

Max TCP Speed
- GEN72-B1.9 m/s

- KR AGILUS ultra—

IP Rating (Arm)
- GEN72-BIP54

- KR AGILUS ultraIP67

Performance
MTBF
- GEN72-B30,000 hrs

- KR AGILUS ultra—

Duty Cycle
- GEN72-B—

- KR AGILUS ultracontinuous 24 7

Vibration Damping
- GEN72-B—

- KR AGILUS ultraactive model based

Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- GEN72-B統合型

- KR AGILUS ultraKR C5 micro

Teach Pendant Type
- GEN72-B—

- KR AGILUS ultraKUKA smartPLUG handheld controller

End-Effector
Internal Cable Routing
- GEN72-B—

- KR AGILUS ultrathrough arm and wrist

Commercial
Service Network
- GEN72-B—

- KR AGILUS ultraglobal

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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | China | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2024 | 2026 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Robot Weight (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 6.6 kg | — |
| Payload (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | 2 kg | 16 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 600 mm | 1,103 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | — | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±1 mm | — |
| Max TCP Speed (values differ) | 1.9 m/s | — |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP54 | IP67 |
| Performance | ||
| MTBF (values differ) | 30,000 hrs | — |
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | — | active model based |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | 統合型 | KR C5 micro |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | — | KUKA smartPLUG handheld controller |
| End-Effector | ||
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | — | through arm and wrist |
| Commercial | ||
| Service Network (values differ) | — | global |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Flange Standard, Tool Changer (ISO), Pneumatic Lines, Electrical Lines, Price (USD), 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 | GEN72-B | KR AGILUS ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
GEN72-B, KR AGILUS ultra 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes GEN72-B and KR AGILUS ultra?
GEN72-B is made by RealMan Robotics, based in CN. KR AGILUS ultra is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE.
When were GEN72-B and KR AGILUS ultra launched?
GEN72-B launched in 2024. KR AGILUS ultra launched in 2026.
How do GEN72-B and KR AGILUS ultra compare on the Robo Index?
GEN72-B grades AA on the Robo Index. KR AGILUS ultra 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 GEN72-B and KR AGILUS ultra 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 GEN72-B and KR AGILUS ultra?
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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TCO of a 6-Axis Arm Cell: Hardware, EOAT, Integration, Programming
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About this comparison
GEN72-B vs KR AGILUS ultra 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.