The KANGAROO is a Research robot developed by PAL Robotics (Spain), launched 2022.
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Overview
KANGAROO is a dynamic bipedal legged robot that represents the future of bipedal robotics with unparalleled agility and efficiency. It is designed to leap and move with exceptional mobility capabilities for advanced research applications.
Buyer decision signals
Deployments
PRIMI Initiative, TU Wien
Viability
PAL Robotics blog post on StockBot inventory management
Price
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Specifications
Category: Research- Payload
- 5 kg
- Speed
- 1.25 m/s
- Weight
- 50 kg
- Battery
- 3 h
- Launch year
- 2022
- Price
- Research platform
- Status
- active
Published figures are build cost or program budget, not a purchase price
Company profile
- Founded
- 2004
Detailed specifications
Motion & kinematics1
- Dof
- 26
Compute1
- Ros Compatible
- true
Other12
- Sub Category
- bipedal humanoid
- Auto Charging
- false
- Max Speed M S
- 0.4
- Force Limiting
- true
- Company Country
- ES
- Controller Model
- Intel i7, 32GB RAM, 1 TB SSD
- Compatible Vision
- RGB-D Cameras
- Software Platform
- ROS 2
- Training Required
- advanced_>5days
- Compatible Grippers
- Parallel gripper (ISO 9409-1 compatible)
- Countries Available
- Europe
- Additional Information
- Novel leg architecture with closed kinematic chains for efficient bipedal locomotion.,Anthropomorphic design with human-like torso actuation.,Symmetric workspace enables front and rear manipulation tasks.,Plug & Play end-effector integration (ISO 9409-1 compatible).,Three variants: Lite (50kg, 4 DoF arms, fixed torso), Standard (54kg, 7 DoF arms, 2 DoF torso, force/torque sensors), Plus (56kg, 7 DoF arms, 2 DoF torso, AI kit, FT sensors).,ROS 2 API support for advanced programming and integration.,Compatible with Isaac Lab, Mujoco, and Gazebo simulators.,NVIDIA Jetson Orin compute options for onboard AI processing.,Targeted at research, AI, and robotics development applications.,Premium transport case included with Plus variant.,Yearly subscription for documentation, support, and maintenance.
Company milestones
- Jan 2026LaunchPAL Robotics blog post on StockBot inventory management
- Sep 2025MilestoneKangaroo Pro promoted for Asia events
- Sep 2025MilestoneCO-HAND pilot project starts
- Nov 2024MilestoneTALOS featured at Humanoids 2024 in Nancy
- Dec 2023MilestonePAL Robotics participated in Humanoids 2023 in Austin
- Mar 2021DeploymentARI in user pilots at Clinica Humana
- 2024Milestone20th anniversary
- 2023MilestoneStockBot featured at NRF 2023
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More videos
PAL Robotics | Kangaroo Pro
PAL Robotics | KANGAROO Balance Demo
PAL Robotics | KANGAROO Walking Demo
Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the KANGAROO?
- The KANGAROO is developed by PAL Robotics, based in Spain.
- What type of robot is the KANGAROO?
- The KANGAROO is a Research robot made by PAL Robotics.
- How much does the KANGAROO cost?
- Pricing for the KANGAROO is not publicly listed — contact PAL Robotics for a quote.
- When was the KANGAROO launched?
- The KANGAROO was launched in 2022.
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