KAWASAKI MX700N vs KR 120 R3900-2 K
Side-by-side comparison of KAWASAKI MX700N (Kawasaki Robotics) 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
- KAWASAKI MX700NJapan
- KR 120 R3900-2 KGermany
Year First Available
- KAWASAKI MX700N2010
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2015
Verified Deployments
- KAWASAKI MX700N0 Deployments
- KR 120 R3900-2 K0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KAWASAKI MX700N$42,000–$48,000 USD
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
Availability Status
- KAWASAKI MX700NACTIVE
- KR 120 R3900-2 KACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- KAWASAKI MX700N700 kg
- KR 120 R3900-2 K146 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- KAWASAKI MX700N—
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP65
Reach
- KAWASAKI MX700N2,540 mm
- KR 120 R3900-2 K3,904 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- KAWASAKI MX700N6
- KR 120 R3900-2 K6
Repeatability
- KAWASAKI MX700N±0.5 mm
- KR 120 R3900-2 K±0.04 mm
Robot Weight
- KAWASAKI MX700N—
- KR 120 R3900-2 K42 kg
IP Rating (Wrist)
- KAWASAKI MX700N—
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP67
Performance
Duty Cycle
- KAWASAKI MX700Ncontinuous 24 7
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Vibration Damping
- KAWASAKI MX700Nactive model based
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KAWASAKI MX700NF04
- KR 120 R3900-2 KKR C5, KR C5 micro
Programming Languages
- KAWASAKI MX700NKawasaki AS (Advanced Servo)
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Teach Pendant Type
- KAWASAKI MX700Nwired button
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Offline Programming
- KAWASAKI MX700NKawasaki K-ROSET
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Connectivity
IoT / Cloud Platform
- KAWASAKI MX700NKawasaki K- iPS (Intelligent Production System)
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Predictive Maintenance
- KAWASAKI MX700Nthreshold based
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- KAWASAKI MX700NISO 9409-1
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Internal Cable Routing
- KAWASAKI MX700Nthrough arm
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KAWASAKI MX700N$42,000–$48,000 USD
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
Warranty
- KAWASAKI MX700N—
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2 yrs
Service Network
- KAWASAKI MX700Nglobal
- KR 120 R3900-2 Kglobal
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Japan | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | 2015 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $42,000–$48,000 USD | $19,000–$84,900 USD |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | 700 kg | 146 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Last-Mile Delivery buyers) (values differ) | — | IP65 |
| Reach (values differ) | 2,540 mm | 3,904 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.5 mm | ±0.04 mm |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | — | 42 kg |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | — | IP67 |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Vibration Damping (values differ) | active model based | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | F04 | KR C5, KR C5 micro |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | Kawasaki AS (Advanced Servo) | — |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | wired button | — |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | Kawasaki K-ROSET | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | Kawasaki K- iPS (Intelligent Production System) | — |
| Predictive Maintenance (values differ) | threshold based | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1 | — |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | through arm | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $42,000–$48,000 USD | $19,000–$84,900 USD |
| Warranty (values differ) | — | 2 yrs |
| Service Network | global | 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, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, ROS-Industrial Support, Cybersecurity Certs, Tool Changer (ISO), 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 | KAWASAKI MX700N | KR 120 R3900-2 K |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $45,000 | $51,950 |
| Payback period | 10.8 mo | 12.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $205,000 | $198,050 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +456% | +381% |
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 KAWASAKI MX700N and KR 120 R3900-2 K?
KAWASAKI MX700N is made by Kawasaki Robotics, based in JP. KR 120 R3900-2 K is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE.
When were KAWASAKI MX700N and KR 120 R3900-2 K launched?
KAWASAKI MX700N launched in 2010. KR 120 R3900-2 K launched in 2015.
How do KAWASAKI MX700N and KR 120 R3900-2 K compare on the Robo Index?
KAWASAKI MX700N grades AA 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 KAWASAKI MX700N compare to KR 120 R3900-2 K?
KAWASAKI MX700N has a reach of 2540 mm. KR 120 R3900-2 K has a reach of 3904 mm.
Are KAWASAKI MX700N 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 KAWASAKI MX700N 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.
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About this comparison
KAWASAKI MX700N 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.