K2 Forerunner
Built by Kepler Robotics · China
The K2 Forerunner is a Humanoid robot developed by Kepler Robotics (China), launched 2025, listed at $60,000 USD (unverified). Key specifications: form factor full bipedal, height 180 cm, weight 71 kg, mobility bipedal.
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Overview
K2 Forerunner, developed by Kepler Robotics, is an advanced humanoid robot designed to revolutionize operations in industrial and service environments. With its sleek design and cutting-edge technology, the K2 Forerunner is built for versatility and precision, making it ideal for tasks ranging from automated logistics to complex maintenance and operational support. Equipped with state-of-the-art sensors, AI-driven decision-making, and high-dexterity manipulators, the K2 Forerunner excels in dynamic, real-world applications. Its robust mobility and adaptability allow it to navigate challenging environments while maintaining efficiency and reliability.
Flagship features
- Integrated dual-arm handling capability for manufacturing and logistics
- Demonstrated over 30% reduction in human error in quality inspections
- Designed for seamless human-robot collaboration in high-stakes tasks
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K2 Bumblebee presented at IROS 2025
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Specifications
Category: Humanoid- Form factor
- full bipedal
- Height
- 180 cm
- Weight
- 71 kg
- Mobility
- bipedal
- Walking speed
- 3.11 m/s
- Total DOF
- 19
- DOF / arm
- 7
- DOF / hand
- 11
- Payload
- 30 kg
- Lifting capacity
- 15 kg
- Battery
- 8 h
- Charge time
- 1 h
- Hot-swap battery
- No
- Onboard compute
- NVIDIA Jetson
- Sensors
- infrared binocular 3D cameras, sensors for tension, pressure
- LiDAR
- No
- F/T sensors
- No
- VLM on-board
- No
- Imitation learning
- No
- Bimanual
- No
- Stair climbing
- Yes
- Terrain
- flat indoor, uneven outdoor
- Programming
- Python SDK
- ROS 1
- Yes
- ROS 2
- No
- API / SDK
- Yes
- SDK languages
- Python
- Maturity
- commercial
- Environments
- factory, warehouse
- Industries
- manufacturing, logistics
- Price tier
- 50k_150k
- Pricing model
- outright purchase
- Warranty
- 2 yr
Company profile
- Founded
- 2023
Detailed specifications
Safety & certifications2
- Grip Force N
- 150
- Safety Certification
- CE,ISO 9001
Other13
- Height Mm
- 1750
- Applications
- quality control,inspection,materials handling
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
- Model Variants
- K2,K2 Bumblebee
- Operating Temp
- 0°C to 40°C
- Company Country
- CN
- Navigation Type
- visual_slam
- Processing Tops
- 100
- Deployment Count
- 50
- Deployment Notes
- Successfully demonstrated quality inspections at the SAIC-GM automotive plant in Shanghai.
- Running Speed Ms
- 2.5
- Availability Status
- available
- Additional Information
- - Integrated dual-arm handling capability for manufacturing and logistics. - Demonstrated over 30% reduction in human error in quality inspections. - Designed for seamless human-robot collaboration in high-stakes tasks.
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Company milestones
- Oct 2025LaunchK2 Bumblebee presented at IROS 2025
- May 2025LaunchK2 Bumblebee unveiled at ICRA 2025 in Atlanta
- Oct 2024MilestoneKepler announced K2 launch and customer testing
- Oct 2024LaunchForerunner K2 launched at GITEX GLOBAL 2024
- Jan 2024LaunchCES debut of humanoid robot
- 2025DeploymentInitial deployment trials launched in China
- 2025PartnershipKepler expands robotics supply chain partnerships
- 2024LaunchMass production and shipping planned
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Kepler Humanoid Robot K2 at ICRA 2025
Kepler K2 Debuts at GITEX GLOBAL 2024
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the K2 Forerunner?
- The K2 Forerunner is developed by Kepler Robotics, based in China.
- What type of robot is the K2 Forerunner?
- The K2 Forerunner is a Humanoid robot made by Kepler Robotics.
- How much does the K2 Forerunner cost?
- The K2 Forerunner is listed at $60,000 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by Kepler Robotics — contact them for a quote.
- When was the K2 Forerunner launched?
- The K2 Forerunner was launched in 2025.
- What are the key specifications of the K2 Forerunner?
- Key specifications of the K2 Forerunner: form factor full bipedal, height 180 cm, weight 71 kg, mobility bipedal, walking speed 3.11 m/s.
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