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ABB GoFa
By ABB Robotics
ABB GoFa is a robot for assembly and machine tending.
ABB GoFa is intended for assembly and machine tending. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- InteractionCollaborative robot arm
Built to work alongside people, after a risk assessment of the application.
- ModularCollaborative robot arm
In the cobots category.
- Payload
- 5 to 12 kg
- Reach
- up to 1,620 mm
The most weight it can carry or lift.
How far it can reach.
Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
What is ABB GoFa?
ABB GoFa is a collaborative robot arm from ABB Robotics from Switzerland, listed for assembly, machine tending and quality control. Key figures: payload 5 to 12 kg, reach up to 1,620 mm. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
How does it compare with other collaborative robot arms?
We compare each value with the other collaborative robot arms in our guide for which it is known. Typical is the middle half. Values according to the manufacturers; caveats are noted with the key figures at the top.
- Payload12kg
Typical for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 203 others, 74 carry more, 12 the same and 117 less.
Typical: 5 to 18 kg
- Reach1,620mm
Long reach for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 198 others, 48 reach further and 150 less far.
Typical: 800 to 1,522 mm
Application
What was GoFa developed for?
Assembly
Machine tending
Quality control
Business fit
When might GoFa be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
May be suitable for
- Organisations assessing a robot for a defined task and work environment.
- Teams comparing the robot's recorded profile with other options.
- Businesses that want to validate the application and integration requirements.
Considerations
- Confirm capabilities and current availability with the manufacturer or supplier.
- Check the work environment, integration needs and local support before selecting a model.
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about GoFa, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 2023
In 2023, ABB expanded the GoFa family with models for 10 and 12 kg, with a reach of up to 1.62 m.
Source: ABB - 2008
The first commercially sold cobot was a UR5 from Universal Robots, in December 2008.
Source: Universal Robots, company history A cobot's payload includes the gripper. A 1 kg gripper on a 5 kg cobot leaves 4 kg for the product.
The safety rules for cobots are set out in ISO 10218 and ISO/TS 15066. The latter gives limit values for contact force per body part.
Source: ISO/TS 15066
Video
GoFa in action
Market and supply
Is GoFa available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 27 September 2026- Market statusCommercially availableconfirmed
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
- RegionNot confirmed for the Netherlandsnot confirmed
Not known whether it is supplied in the Netherlands. Ask a supplier.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
1 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
Ask about availabilityManufacturer
ABB Robotics
Global robotics provider for industry, cobots, robot software and automation solutions.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on GoFa
ABB GoFa is intended for assembly and machine tending. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.
Lease or rent
Can you lease this robot?
Leasing options for this model are not in our data. Ask the supplier about leasing, rental or Robot-as-a-Service, or use our request page for advice.
Compare
Compare GoFa with alternatives
| Feature | GoFaABB · this robot | UR10eUniversal Robots | Panda (FER)Franka Emika | SawyerRethink Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Application | Assembly, Machine tending | Machine tending, Packaging | Robotics research, Robot control research | Historical machine tending and inspection applications, Grasping and machine vision research |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | International | Netherlands | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different application: packaging | Different market status: discontinued | Different market status: discontinued |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about GoFa
What is the ABB GoFa?
ABB GoFa is a collaborative robot arm from ABB Robotics from Switzerland, listed for assembly, machine tending and quality control. Key figures: payload 5 to 12 kg, reach up to 1,620 mm. Market status: commercially available. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
What are the specifications of the ABB GoFa?
Key figures: payload 5 to 12 kg, reach up to 1,620 mm. Values as recorded on the robot profile, generally based on manufacturer information. Configuration and operating conditions can change the figures; confirm them with the supplier.
Which supplier is listed for the ABB GoFa?
ABB GoFa is listed under ABB Robotics, based in Switzerland. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the ABB GoFa available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Commercially available. Deployment: not confirmed. Whether this model is available to buy, rent or lease in the Netherlands depends on the supplier. Ask a supplier to confirm current availability.
How much does the ABB GoFa cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier. Ask a supplier for price information
What is the ABB GoFa used for?
The applications listed for the ABB GoFa include assembly, machine tending and quality control.
What are alternatives to the ABB GoFa?
Profiles include Universal Robots UR10e, Franka Emika Panda (FER) and Rethink Robotics Sawyer. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could GoFa fit your organisation?
Review the recorded market status, applications and alternatives for this robot. We do not sell robots ourselves, but help you compare suppliers and terms.
Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer new.abb.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.