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Hitbot Z-Arm 2442
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The Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 is a four-axis collaborative robot arm with 2 kg standard payload and ±0.03 mm repeatability.
The Z-Arm 2442 is a four-axis collaborative robot arm from Hitbot with drive and control built into the arm. According to the manufacturer the standard payload is 2 kg (maximum 3 kg), the repeatability ±0.03 mm and the linear speed 1.220 mm/s. The overall height is 596 mm with a Z stroke of 240 mm, the weight about 19 kg without accessories and the rated power 500 W. The page mentions flexible production with frequently changing lines, small batches with many variants and working alongside people without safety fencing. The speed is stated at a 2 kg load. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- 01Collaborative robot arm
Built to work alongside people, after a risk assessment of the application.
- 02Four-axis collaborative SCARA-type arm
In the cobots category.
- 2kg
- Payload (standard), max. 3 kg
- ±0.03mm
- Repeatability
- 1,220mm/s
- Speed
- 19kg
- Weight
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 Hitbot Z-Arm 2442?
Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 is a collaborative robot arm from Hitbot from China, listed for flexible production with frequently changing lines, small batches with many variants and working alongside people without safety fencing. Key figures: payload 2 kg, repeatability ±0.03 mm, speed 1,220 mm/s, weight approx. 19 kg. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. Availability and deployment options should be confirmed with a supplier. Robotleasen does not sell robots; it helps businesses compare suppliers and recorded information.
Technology in brief
Z-Arm 2442 to scale
A way to picture it: next to a person, a door or a familiar object.
- 3 kg
About 3 one-litre cartons of milk.
- 4,392 km/h
Faster than walking pace (about 5 km/h).
- ± 0.03 mm
Thinner than a sheet of printer paper (about 0.1 mm).
- 16%Carries about 3 kg
That is about 16% of its own weight of about 19 kg, according to the manufacturer.
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 193 others, 158 carry more, 20 the same and 15 less.
Typical: 5 to 18 kg
- Speed1.2m/s
Typical for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 73 others, 53 are faster and 20 slower.
Typical: 1 to 3.7 m/s
- Height60cm
Small for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 6 others, 5 are taller and 1 shorter.
Typical: 68 to 450 cm
- Weight19kg
Typical for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 126 others, 87 are heavier, 1 the same weight and 38 lighter.
Typical: 16.5 to 45 kg
Application
What was Z-Arm 2442 developed for?
Flexible production with frequently changing lines
Small batches with many variants
Working alongside people without safety fencing
Business fit
When might Z-Arm 2442 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 Z-Arm 2442, its manufacturer and this type of robot
The first commercially sold cobot was a UR5 from Universal Robots, in December 2008.
Source: Universal Robots, company historyA 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 7 robots from Hitbot. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Market and supply
Is Z-Arm 2442 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 4 November 2026- Market statusShowcaseActive
- RegionChinaActive
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
- RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed
2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.
Manufacturer
Hitbot
Hitbot is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 7 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Z-Arm 2442
The Z-Arm 2442 is a four-axis collaborative robot arm from Hitbot with drive and control built into the arm. According to the manufacturer the standard payload is 2 kg (maximum 3 kg), the repeatability ±0.03 mm and the linear speed 1.220 mm/s. The overall height is 596 mm with a Z stroke of 240 mm, the weight about 19 kg without accessories and the rated power 500 W. The page mentions flexible production with frequently changing lines, small batches with many variants and working alongside people without safety fencing. The speed is stated at a 2 kg load. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
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 Z-Arm 2442
| Feature | Z-Arm 2442Hitbot | UR10eUniversal Robots | Panda (FER)Franka Emika |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Discontinued |
| Application | Flexible production with frequently changing lines, Small batches with many variants | Machine tending, Packaging | Robotics research, Robot control research |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | China | Netherlands | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about Z-Arm 2442
What is the Hitbot Z-Arm 2442?
Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 is a collaborative robot arm from Hitbot from China, listed for flexible production with frequently changing lines, small batches with many variants and working alongside people without safety fencing. Key figures: payload 2 kg, repeatability ±0.03 mm, speed 1,220 mm/s, weight approx. 19 kg. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. Market status: showcase. 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 Hitbot Z-Arm 2442?
Key figures: payload 2 kg, repeatability ±0.03 mm, speed 1,220 mm/s, weight approx. 19 kg. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. 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 Hitbot Z-Arm 2442?
Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 is listed under Hitbot, based in China. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 available to buy or lease in the Netherlands?
Showcase. 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 Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 used for?
The applications listed for the Hitbot Z-Arm 2442 include flexible production with frequently changing lines, small batches with many variants and working alongside people without safety fencing.
What are alternatives to the Hitbot Z-Arm 2442?
Profiles include Rethink Robotics Sawyer, Rethink Robotics Baxter and Hitbot Z-Arm 1832. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer hitbot.cc
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.