KR 120 R3900-2 K vs Smart Palletising System
Side-by-side comparison of KR 120 R3900-2 K (KUKA Robotics) and Smart Palletising System (Scott Automation) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR 120 R3900-2 KGermany
- Smart Palletising System—
Year First Available
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2015
- Smart Palletising System—
Verified Deployments
- KR 120 R3900-2 K0 Deployments
- Smart Palletising System0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
- Smart Palletising SystemContact for quote
Availability Status
- KR 120 R3900-2 KACTIVE
- Smart Palletising SystemACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
IP Rating (Arm)
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP65
- Smart Palletising System—
Payload
- KR 120 R3900-2 K146 kg
- Smart Palletising System25 kg
Reach
- KR 120 R3900-2 K3,904 mm
- Smart Palletising System—
Degrees of Freedom
- KR 120 R3900-2 K6
- Smart Palletising System—
Repeatability
- KR 120 R3900-2 K±0.04 mm
- Smart Palletising System—
Robot Weight
- KR 120 R3900-2 K42 kg
- Smart Palletising System—
IP Rating (Wrist)
- KR 120 R3900-2 KIP67
- Smart Palletising System—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Smart Palletising Systemcontinuous 24 7
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KR 120 R3900-2 KKR C5, KR C5 micro
- Smart Palletising System—
Connectivity
ROS-Industrial Support
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Smart Palletising Systemnone
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- KR 120 R3900-2 K—
- Smart Palletising Systemother
Commercial
Price (USD)
- KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
- Smart Palletising SystemContact for quote
Warranty
- KR 120 R3900-2 K2 yrs
- Smart Palletising System—
Service Network
- KR 120 R3900-2 Kglobal
- Smart Palletising Systemglobal
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | — |
| 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 | ||
| IP Rating (Arm) (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | IP65 | — |
| Payload (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 146 kg | 25 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | 3,904 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom (values differ) | 6 | — |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.04 mm | — |
| Robot Weight (values differ) | 42 kg | — |
| IP Rating (Wrist) (values differ) | IP67 | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | — | continuous 24 7 |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | KR C5, KR C5 micro | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| ROS-Industrial Support (values differ) | — | none |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | — | other |
| 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, 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, IoT / Cloud Platform, Cybersecurity Certs, Predictive Maintenance, 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 | Smart Palletising System |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $51,950 | No price |
| Payback period | 12.5 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $198,050 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +381% | — |
Smart Palletising System 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 Smart Palletising System?
KR 120 R3900-2 K is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Smart Palletising System is made by Scott Automation.
How do KR 120 R3900-2 K and Smart Palletising System compare on the Robo Score?
KR 120 R3900-2 K scores 78.0 on the Robo Score. Smart Palletising System scores 47.5. 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.
Are KR 120 R3900-2 K and Smart Palletising System 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 Smart Palletising System?
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 Smart Palletising System 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.