The KR 40 PA is a Industrial Arm developed by KUKA Robotics (Germany). Key specifications: arm class palletizing, axes 4, payload ≤ 40 kg, reach 2091 mm.
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Ranked #54 of 972 in the Industrial Arm standing.
See the standingWhere it has stood41 days · best #34 · worst #54
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Overview
KUKA KR 40 PA is a palletizing robot engineered for material handling and palletizing operations. With a 40 kg payload capacity and 2091 mm maximum reach, it efficiently handles medium-weight loads in warehouse, logistics, and manufacturing environments for reliable and cost-effective automation.
Flagship features
- Designed for floor installation only
- Light frame construction with aluminum and carbon fiber reinforced plastic
- Marketed as an asset for manufacturing companies
- Positioned as effective for palletizing and order picking duties
Buyer decision signals
Viability
KUKA launches KR TITAN ultra robot in Shelby Township, Michigan
Certifications & autonomy
Specifications
Category: Industrial Arm- Arm class
- palletizing
- Axes
- 4
- Payload
- ≤ 40 kg
- Reach
- 2091 mm
- Repeatability
- ±0.05 mm
- IP rating
- IP 65
- Mounting
- floor
- Controller
- KR C5
- Programming
- KUKA KRL (via KR C4/C5 controller)
- Safety cert.
- IP65[2]
- Force limiting
- No
- Maturity
- commercial
- Industries
- palletizing, packaging
Top 33% of 833 models with this spec
Top 30% of 714 models with this spec
Top 51% of 628 models with this spec
Company profile
- Founded
- 1898
Detailed specifications
What it is built for3
- Applications
- palletizing,order picking,material handling
- Sub Category
- palletizing
- Procedure Types
- Palletizing[1][2][3]
Movement & precision2
- Dof
- 4
- Dof Per Arm
- 4
Controls & integration1
- Software Platform
- KR C5[2] / KUKA KR C2 Controller[5]
Buying & support2
- Price Tier
- 80-150K
- Datasheet Url
- View Link
Other details3
- Controller
- KR C5[2] / KR C2[5]
- Cycle Time S
- 1.071
- Max Joint Speed Deg S
- 374
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Company milestones
- Mar 2024LaunchKUKA launches KR TITAN ultra robot in Shelby Township, Michigan
- Jan 2024MilestoneKR FORTEC launch coverage published
- Oct 2022LaunchLBR iisy 3 R760 becomes available on the market
- 2026DeploymentKR IONTEC used for automated trailer unloading
- 2026MilestoneKR50-R2500 featured at Modex 2026
- 2026LaunchKR AGILUS ultra launch
- 2026DeploymentKUKA Modex 2026 palletizing system
- 2025MilestoneKR IONTEC ultra listed in KUKA portfolio since 2025
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the KR 40 PA?
- The KR 40 PA is developed by KUKA Robotics, based in Germany.
- What type of robot is the KR 40 PA?
- The KR 40 PA is a Industrial Arm made by KUKA Robotics.
- How much does the KR 40 PA cost?
- Pricing for the KR 40 PA is not publicly listed — contact KUKA Robotics for a quote.
- What are the key specifications of the KR 40 PA?
- Key specifications of the KR 40 PA: arm class palletizing, axes 4, payload ≤ 40 kg, reach 2091 mm, repeatability ±0.05 mm.
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