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KR 120 R3900-2 K vs Turn-Assist

Side-by-side comparison of KR 120 R3900-2 K (KUKA Robotics) and Turn-Assist (RoboJob) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 KGermany
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-AssistBelgium

Year First Available

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K2015
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist2010

Verified Deployments

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K0 Deployments
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-AssistContact for quote

Availability Status

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 KACTIVE
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-AssistACTIVE

Arm Mechanics

Reach

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K3,904 mm
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Repeatability

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K±0.04 mm
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Payload

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K146 kg
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

IP Rating (Arm)

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 KIP65
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Degrees of Freedom

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K6
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Robot Weight

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K42 kg
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

IP Rating (Wrist)

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 KIP67
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Controller & Programming

Controller Model

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 KKR C5, KR C5 micro
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Teach Pendant Type

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assistwireless tablet

Connectivity

ROS-Industrial Support

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assistnone

Commercial

Price (USD)

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K$19,000–$84,900 USD
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-AssistContact for quote

Warranty

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 K2 yrs
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assist

Service Network

  • KR 120 R3900-2 K
    KR 120 R3900-2 Kglobal
  • Turn-Assist
    Turn-Assistregional

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, Duty Cycle, Vibration Damping, Safety Category, Dual Check Safety, Safety I/O Pairs, E-Stop Response, Safe Zone Count, Programming Languages, Offline Programming, Digital Twin Support, Communication Protocols, 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

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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

MetricKR 120 R3900-2 KTurn-Assist
Investment$51,950No price
Payback period12.5 mo
Net savings (5 yr)$198,050
ROI (5 yr)+381%

Turn-Assist 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and Turn-Assist?

KR 120 R3900-2 K is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. Turn-Assist is made by RoboJob, based in BE.

When were KR 120 R3900-2 K and Turn-Assist launched?

KR 120 R3900-2 K launched in 2015. Turn-Assist launched in 2010.

How do KR 120 R3900-2 K and Turn-Assist compare on the Robo Index?

KR 120 R3900-2 K grades AAA on the Robo Index. Turn-Assist grades BB. 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 KR 120 R3900-2 K and Turn-Assist 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 Turn-Assist?

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 Turn-Assist 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.