KR 120 R3900-2 K vs SCARA Robot AR Series
Side-by-side comparison of KR 120 R3900-2 K (KUKA Robotics) and SCARA Robot AR Series (STEP Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR 120 R3900-2 KGermany
- SCARA Robot AR SeriesChina
Year First Available
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2015
- SCARA Robot AR Series—
Verified Deployments
- KR 120 R3900-2 K0 Deployments
- SCARA Robot AR Series0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
- SCARA Robot AR SeriesContact for quote
Availability Status
- KR 120 R3900-2 KACTIVE
- SCARA Robot AR SeriesACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- KR 120 R3900-2 K146 kg
- SCARA Robot AR Series20 kg
Reach
- KR 120 R3900-2 K3,904 mm
- SCARA Robot AR Series1,000 mm
Degrees of Freedom
- KR 120 R3900-2 K6
- SCARA Robot AR Series4
Repeatability
- KR 120 R3900-2 K±0.04 mm
- SCARA Robot AR Series—
Robot Weight
- KR 120 R3900-2 K42 kg
- SCARA Robot AR Series46.3 kg
IP Rating (Arm)
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP65
- SCARA Robot AR Series—
IP Rating (Wrist)
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP67
- SCARA Robot AR Series—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- SCARA Robot AR Seriescontinuous 24 7
Vibration Damping
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- SCARA Robot AR Seriesactive model based
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KR 120 R3900-2 KKR C5, KR C5 micro
- SCARA Robot AR SeriesIntegrated drive and controller
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
- SCARA Robot AR SeriesContact for quote
Warranty
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2 yrs
- SCARA Robot AR Series—
Service Network
- KR 120 R3900-2 Kglobal
- SCARA Robot AR Seriesglobal
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | China |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2015 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $19,000–$84,900 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (values differ) | 146 kg | 20 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 3,904 mm | 1,000 mm |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | 4 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.04 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 42 kg | 46.3 kg |
| IP Rating (Arm) (values differ) | IP65 | — |
| 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) | KR C5, KR C5 micro | Integrated drive and controller |
| Commercial | ||
| Price (USD) (values differ) | $19,000–$84,900 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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, 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 | KR 120 R3900-2 K | SCARA Robot AR Series |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $51,950 | No price |
| Payback period | 12.5 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $198,050 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +381% | — |
SCARA Robot AR Series 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and SCARA Robot AR Series?
KR 120 R3900-2 K is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. SCARA Robot AR Series is made by STEP Robotics, based in CN.
How do KR 120 R3900-2 K and SCARA Robot AR Series compare on the Robo Score?
KR 120 R3900-2 K scores 78.0 on the Robo Score. SCARA Robot AR Series scores 55.0. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
How does the reach of KR 120 R3900-2 K compare to SCARA Robot AR Series?
KR 120 R3900-2 K has a reach of 3904 mm. SCARA Robot AR Series has a reach of 1000 mm.
Are KR 120 R3900-2 K and SCARA Robot AR Series 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and SCARA Robot AR Series?
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
KR 120 R3900-2 K vs SCARA Robot AR Series 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 Score is calculated.