#76 of 116 ranked Humanoid robots (279 listed)
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Overview
The Tesla Optimus Gen 2 is a humanoid robot designed for factory automation, featuring advanced capabilities such as 28+ degrees of freedom and the ability to carry payloads up to 20 kg. Initially deployed in Tesla's Fremont and Austin factories, it performs tasks like battery sorting and quality inspection while being designed for future consumer applications.
Flagship features
- Uses Tesla's FSD neural network for real-time object recognition and path planning
- Features tactile sensors in the fingertips for handling fragile objects
- Currently deployed in Tesla’s Fremont and Austin Gigafactories
- External sales targeted for late 2026
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Specifications
From the makerCheckedEstimated- Full bipedal
- Bipedal
- ~5 h
- No
- Tesla FSD neural network
- cameras, IMU, force/torque sensors
- No
- Yes
- On-device
- No
- Yes
- Yes
- No
- Flat indoor
- Code python, teleoperation
- No
- No
- No
- Python
- Production pilot
- Indoor
- Manufacturing, logistics
- Purchase
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- 173 cm
- 57 kg
- 2.22 m/s
- 28
- 22
- 22
- 20 kg
- 20 kg
Taller than 71% of 205 Humanoid robots with this spec
Heavier than 56% of 218 Humanoid robots with this spec
Faster than 84% of 178 Humanoid robots with this spec
More joints than 52% of 238 Humanoid robots with this spec
More joints than 98% of 191 Humanoid robots with this spec
More joints than 92% of 131 Humanoid robots with this spec
Carries more than 76% of 198 Humanoid robots with this spec
Carries more than 76% of 198 Humanoid robots with this spec
Detailed specifications
What it is built for2
- Applications
- unsafe repetitive or boring tasks
- full bipedal
Size & capacity1
- Height Mm
- 1730
Movement & precision1
- 28
Sensing & perception7
- Yes
- rgb
- Yes
- Yes
- No
- Yes
- on device
Controls & integration1
- wifi
Other details6
- Estimated Overall Mass
- 57 kg (125 lbs)
- Estimated Price Initial
- ~$30,000
- Teleoperation Supported
- Yes
- Degrees Of Freedom Hands
- 22
- No
- Target Production Capacity
- 1 million units annually
Who uses it
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Company milestones(estimated)
- 2026DeploymentOptimus Gen 3 operating on Tesla Fremont production floor
- 2026LaunchOptimus Gen 3 mass production start at Fremont
- 2026MilestoneGen 3 production start reported
- Apr 2026DeploymentBoston showroom appearance announced
- Jan 2026MilestoneTesla says Optimus remains in R&D phase
- 2025DeploymentPlanned internal deployment ramp
- 2025MilestoneTargeted internal production ramp for 2025
- 2024DeploymentInternal factory deployment at Tesla
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Tesla in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
- Oct 21Tesla begins humanoid production in California
- Sep 26Tesla’s Optimus robots hit reliability and dexterity issues despite production surge: Report
- Sep 11Probe over Tesla’s Autopilot and Full-Self Driving systems? US Congressman raises new concerns
Tesla in the news
the maker8 events · last 12 months
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Frequently asked questions
- Who makes the Tesla Optimus Gen 2?
- The Tesla Optimus Gen 2 is developed by Tesla, based in United States.
- What type of robot is the Tesla Optimus Gen 2?
- The Tesla Optimus Gen 2 is a Humanoid robot made by Tesla.
- How much does the Tesla Optimus Gen 2 cost?
- The Tesla Optimus Gen 2 is listed at US$30,000 in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure did not come from Tesla. Contact them for a quote.
- When was the Tesla Optimus Gen 2 launched?
- The Tesla Optimus Gen 2 was launched in 2023.
- What are the key specifications of the Tesla Optimus Gen 2?
- Key specifications of the Tesla Optimus Gen 2: form factor full bipedal, height 173 cm, weight 57 kg, mobility bipedal, walking speed 2.22 m/s.
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