KR AGILUS sixx vs SR
Side-by-side comparison of KR AGILUS sixx (KUKA Robotics) and SR (DAIHEN) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- KR AGILUS sixxGermany
- SRJapan
Year First Available
- KR AGILUS sixx2020
- SR1983
Verified Deployments
- KR AGILUS sixx0 Deployments
- SR0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- KR AGILUS sixxACTIVE
- SRACTIVE
Arm Mechanics
Payload
- KR AGILUS sixx10 kg
- SR—
Reach
- KR AGILUS sixx1,100 mm
- SR—
Degrees of Freedom
- KR AGILUS sixx6
- SR6
Repeatability
- KR AGILUS sixx±0.03 mm
- SR—
Performance
Duty Cycle
- KR AGILUS sixxcontinuous 24 7
- SR—
Controller & Programming
Controller Model
- KR AGILUS sixxKUKA Controller
- SRAX series controller (co-developed with Nachi-Fujikoshi)
Programming Languages
- KR AGILUS sixxKRL
- SR—
Teach Pendant Type
- KR AGILUS sixxwired touch
- SRwired button
Offline Programming
- KR AGILUS sixxKUKA.Sim
- SR—
Connectivity
IoT / Cloud Platform
- KR AGILUS sixxKUKA Connect
- SR—
End-Effector
Tool Flange Standard
- KR AGILUS sixxISO 9409-1
- SR—
Internal Cable Routing
- KR AGILUS sixxthrough arm
- SR—
Pneumatic Lines
- KR AGILUS sixx2
- SR—
Commercial
Warranty
- KR AGILUS sixx3 yrs
- SR—
Service Network
- KR AGILUS sixxglobal
- SRglobal
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | Japan |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 1983 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Arm Mechanics | ||
| Payload (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 10 kg | — |
| Reach (values differ) | 1,100 mm | — |
| Degrees of Freedom | 6 | 6 |
| Repeatability (values differ) | ±0.03 mm | — |
| Performance | ||
| Duty Cycle (values differ) | continuous 24 7 | — |
| Controller & Programming | ||
| Controller Model (values differ) | KUKA Controller | AX series controller (co-developed with Nachi-Fujikoshi) |
| Programming Languages (values differ) | KRL | — |
| Teach Pendant Type (values differ) | wired touch | wired button |
| Offline Programming (values differ) | KUKA.Sim | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| IoT / Cloud Platform (values differ) | KUKA Connect | — |
| End-Effector | ||
| Tool Flange Standard (values differ) | ISO 9409-1 | — |
| Internal Cable Routing (values differ) | through arm | — |
| Pneumatic Lines (values differ) | 2 | — |
| Commercial | ||
| Warranty (values differ) | 3 yrs | — |
| Service Network | global | global |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price Range (USD), Battery / Shift Runtime, Path Accuracy, Max TCP Speed, Robot Weight, IP Rating (Arm), IP Rating (Wrist), Cycle Time (25/305/25), MTBF, Vibration Damping, 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, Predictive Maintenance, Tool Changer (ISO), Electrical Lines, Price (USD), Spare Parts Lead Time, Expected Service Life
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Frequently asked
Who makes KR AGILUS sixx and SR?
KR AGILUS sixx is made by KUKA Robotics, based in DE. SR is made by DAIHEN, based in JP.
When were KR AGILUS sixx and SR launched?
KR AGILUS sixx launched in 2020. SR launched in 1983.
How do KR AGILUS sixx and SR compare on the Robo Index?
KR AGILUS sixx grades A on the Robo Index. SR 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 KR AGILUS sixx and SR 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 AGILUS sixx and SR?
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 AGILUS sixx vs SR 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.