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Kinova Gen3 lite
By Kinova
The Kinova Gen3 lite is a lightweight robot arm with six degrees of freedom, a 0.5 kg payload and 760 mm reach.
The Gen3 lite is a lightweight Kinova robot arm with six degrees of freedom. According to Kinova, it carries 0.5 kg, has 760 mm reach and weighs 5.4 kg. The protection class is IP22. Kinova targets the arm at research and education, among others. Specifications according to Kinova's product page. Availability in the Netherlands is not confirmed.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- 01Learning platform
Meant for learning and testing programming, AI and robotics.
- 02Lightweight arm for research and education
In the educational robots category.
- 0.5kg
- Payload
- 760mm
- Reach
- 5.4kg
- Weight
- 6
- Degrees of freedom
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 Kinova Gen3 lite?
Kinova Gen3 lite is an educational robot from Kinova from Canada, listed for education and research and development. Key figures: payload 0.5 kg, reach 760 mm, weight 5.4 kg, degrees of freedom 6. 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.
Technology in brief
Gen3 lite to scale
A way to picture it: next to a person, a door or a familiar object.
- 0.5 kg
About 1 one-litre cartons of milk.
- 0.76 m
About 1.2 times an adult's arm length (about 65 cm).
- 9%Carries about 0.5 kg
That is about 9% of its own weight of about 5.4 kg, according to the manufacturer.
In practice
How does it compare with other robots?
Each value next to the other robots in the same category in our guide, where that value is known. All figures according to the manufacturer; unconfirmed values are marked in the figures at the top.
- This robot
- Other robots in the category
- Payload0.5kgTHIS ROBOTmin 0.3 kgmax 272 kg
Place 18of 19
Higher than 1 of the 18 other robots
- Weight5.4kgTHIS ROBOTmin 0.2 kgmax 280 kg
Place 12of 22
Higher than 10 of the 21 other robots
- Reach760mmTHIS ROBOTmin 260 mmmax 902 mm
Place 3of 11
Higher than 8 of the 10 other robots
Application
What was Gen3 lite developed for?
Education
Research and development
Business fit
When might Gen3 lite 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 Gen3 lite, its manufacturer and this type of robot
Many education and research robots work with ROS (Robot Operating System), open-source robotics software that has been developed since 2007.
Source: Wikipedia, ROSRobotleasen lists 4 robots from Kinova. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Market and supply
Is Gen3 lite available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 26 October 2026- Market statusCommercially availableActive
- RegionNot publicly confirmedActive
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmedNot confirmed
- RentalNot confirmedNot confirmed
2 of 4 confirmedAvailability depends on market launch, region and the manufacturer's channels.
Manufacturer
Kinova
Organisation behind Jaco. This profile links to checked product or developer documentation; supply and support require separate confirmation.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Gen3 lite
The Gen3 lite is a lightweight Kinova robot arm with six degrees of freedom. According to Kinova, it carries 0.5 kg, has 760 mm reach and weighs 5.4 kg. The protection class is IP22. Kinova targets the arm at research and education, among others. Specifications according to Kinova's product page. 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 Gen3 lite
| Feature | Gen3 liteKinova | KebbiNUWA Robotics | Codey RockyMakeblock |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Showcase |
| Application | Education, Research and development | School programming lessons, Movement and sensors in education projects | Programming lessons, Sensor assignments |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about Gen3 lite
What is the Kinova Gen3 lite?
Kinova Gen3 lite is an educational robot from Kinova from Canada, listed for education and research and development. Key figures: payload 0.5 kg, reach 760 mm, weight 5.4 kg, degrees of freedom 6. 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 Kinova Gen3 lite?
Key figures: payload 0.5 kg, reach 760 mm, weight 5.4 kg, degrees of freedom 6. 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 Kinova Gen3 lite?
Kinova Gen3 lite is listed under Kinova, based in Canada. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Kinova Gen3 lite 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 Kinova Gen3 lite cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Kinova Gen3 lite used for?
The applications listed for the Kinova Gen3 lite include education and research and development.
What are alternatives to the Kinova Gen3 lite?
Profiles include Makeblock mTiny, MatataStudio VinciBot and Misty Robotics Misty II. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could Gen3 lite fit your organisation?
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer kinovarobotics.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.