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KR 280 R3100-2

Built by KUKA Robotics · Germany

Updated May 2026·methodology
KR 280 R3100-2

Overview

Heavy-duty industrial robot with 280 kg payload capacity and 3100 mm maximum reach. Part of KUKA's KR FORTEC series, this all-rounder is energy-efficient and dynamic for handling applications. Features waterproof and dustproof wrist as standard, low maintenance requirements, and high reliability for production environments. Suitable for automotive and general industry sectors with modular design and flexible expansion options.

Flagship features

  • Suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications
  • Recommended for a variety of applications including robot welding and milling
  • Supports multiple mounting orientations
  • Cleanroom compatible (Class 5 at various overrides)
  • Programmable with ENCY Robot software

Specifications

Category: Industrial Arm
Arm class
standard industrial
Axes
6
Payload
280 kg
Reach
3100 mm
Repeatability
±0.08 mm
Weight
1687 kg
IP rating
IP65
Mounting
Floor, Ceiling, Wall
Controller
KR C5, KR C5 micro
Programming
ENCY Robot
Safety cert.
ISO 14644-1
Force limiting
No
Maturity
commercial
Industries
manufacturing

Detailed specifications

Motion & kinematics1
Dof
6
Other9
Industries
automotive,electronics,metal_fabrication,consumer_goods,energy
Price Tier
40-80K
Applications
deburring,machine_tending,pick_and_place,robot_milling,robot_welding
Sub Category
heavy_payload
Max Speed M S
2.88
Deployment Notes
Successfully used in applications like Airbus A350 assembly and automated riveting workstations.
Software Platform
ENCY Robot
Availability Status
available
Additional Information
- Suitable for heavy-duty industrial applications. - Recommended for a variety of applications including robot welding and milling. - Supports multiple mounting orientations. - Cleanroom compatible (Class 5 at various overrides). - Programmable with ENCY Robot software.

Where will these robots operate? Often the same as your country — add more for multi-country deployments.

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