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Franka Robotics Research 3
Precision robot arm for robotics research and AI development in labs.
Franka Research 3 is a robot arm for robotics and AI research. It has seven degrees of freedom and torque sensors in every joint. Franka lists an 855 mm reach and a 3 kg payload. Control provides low-level access with a 1 kHz control cycle and integration with ROS 2 and MATLAB. A research installation requires a gripper, software environment and safety measures suited to the task.
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.
- Payload
- 3 kg
- Reach
- 855 mm
- Degrees of freedom
- 7
- Repeatability
- < ± 0.1 mm
The most weight it can carry or lift.
How far it can reach.
Number of joints: how freely the arm moves.
How precisely it returns to the same point.
Seven torque sensors; low-level control at 1 kHz.
What is Franka Robotics Research 3?
Franka Robotics Research 3 is a collaborative robot arm from Franka Robotics from Germany, listed for robotics research, ai development and precision work. Key figures: payload 3 kg, reach 855 mm, degrees of freedom 7, repeatability < ± 0.1 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.
- Payload3kg
Low for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 203 others, 167 carry more, 21 the same and 15 less.
Typical: 5 to 18 kg
- Reach855mm
Typical for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 198 others, 139 reach further, 2 as far and 57 less far.
Typical: 800 to 1,600 mm
Application
What was Research 3 developed for?
Robotics research
AI development
Precision work
Business fit
When might Research 3 be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
What Franka Robotics says
- Seven torque sensors; low-level control at 1 kHz.
- Repeatability is not absolute positioning accuracy.
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 Research 3, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 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 15066Robotleasen lists 4 robots from Franka Robotics. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Video
Research 3 in action
Market and supply
Is Research 3 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 30 September 2026- Market statusCommercially availableconfirmed
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
- RegionEuropeconfirmed
Where the model is supplied, according to the profile.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
2 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
Ask about availabilityManufacturer
Franka Robotics
Organisation named in the documentation for Panda (FER). This profile links to product or developer information; current support and supply are unconfirmed.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Research 3
Franka Research 3 is a robot arm for robotics and AI research. It has seven degrees of freedom and torque sensors in every joint. Franka lists an 855 mm reach and a 3 kg payload. Control provides low-level access with a 1 kHz control cycle and integration with ROS 2 and MATLAB. A research installation requires a gripper, software environment and safety measures suited to the task.
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 Research 3 with alternatives
| Feature | Research 3Franka Robotics · this robot | Panda (FER)Franka Emika | UR10eUniversal Robots | SawyerRethink Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Discontinued | Commercially available | Discontinued |
| Application | Robotics research, AI development | Robotics research, Robot control research | Machine tending, Packaging | Historical machine tending and inspection applications, Grasping and machine vision research |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Europe | Not publicly confirmed | Netherlands | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different market status: discontinued | Different application: machine tending | Different market status: discontinued |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Research 3
What is the Franka Robotics Research 3?
Franka Robotics Research 3 is a collaborative robot arm from Franka Robotics from Germany, listed for robotics research, ai development and precision work. Key figures: payload 3 kg, reach 855 mm, degrees of freedom 7, repeatability < ± 0.1 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 Franka Robotics Research 3?
Key figures: payload 3 kg, reach 855 mm, degrees of freedom 7, repeatability < ± 0.1 mm. Seven torque sensors; low-level control at 1 kHz.
Which supplier is listed for the Franka Robotics Research 3?
Franka Robotics Research 3 is listed under Franka Robotics, based in Germany. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Franka Robotics Research 3 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 Franka Robotics Research 3 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 Franka Robotics Research 3 used for?
The applications listed for the Franka Robotics Research 3 include robotics research, ai development and precision work.
What are alternatives to the Franka Robotics Research 3?
Profiles include Franka Emika Panda (FER), Universal Robots UR10e and Rethink Robotics Sawyer. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could Research 3 fit your organisation?
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer franka.de
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.