The K5 is a Security robot developed by Knightscope (United States), launched 2013.
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Overview
K5 is an autonomous crime-fighting security robot that uses cameras and other sensors, as well as its commanding physical presence, to patrol malls, offices, and parking lots, always on the lookout for suspicious behavior. It features live 360-degree video streaming, real-time notifications, and can detect environmental anomalies, concealed weapons, and radiation.
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Deployments
Department of Veterans Affairs (VA Police)
Viability
First Annual Autonomous Security Force Day
Specifications
Category: Security- Speed
- 2.13 m/s
- Weight
- 180.53 kg
- Autonomy
- fully autonomous
- Launch year
- 2013
- Price
- Contact for quote
- Status
- active
Company profile
- Founded
- 2013
Detailed specifications
Other1
- Max Speed M S
- 2.13
Who runs it· deployment evidence
1 on record · none maker-verified yet. Each links to its source — open it and judge.
- Department of Veterans Affairs (VA Police)· United Statessource ↗
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Company milestones
- Apr 2026MilestoneFirst Annual Autonomous Security Force Day
- Apr 2026MilestoneFirst Annual Autonomous Security Force Day features K7 demonstrations
- Apr 2026MilestoneFirst Annual Autonomous Security Force Day features K7
- Jul 2024DeploymentSecureSpace expands K5 deployment across all locations
- Jun 2024DeploymentTwo K5 ASRs deployed at California self-storage facilities
- Sep 2023DeploymentKnightscope Robot Roadshow lands in Dallas at GSX 2023
- Jan 2022FundingIPO completed
- Apr 2013MilestoneCompany founded
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the K5?
- The K5 is developed by Knightscope, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the K5?
- The K5 is a Security robot made by Knightscope.
- How much does the K5 cost?
- Pricing for the K5 is not publicly listed — contact Knightscope for a quote.
- When was the K5 launched?
- The K5 was launched in 2013.
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