Industrial robotsKUKACommercially available
KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400
By KUKA
The KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 is a four-axis SCARA robot with 12 kg total load and 650 mm reach (standard).
The KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 is a four-axis model in the KR SCARA range. According to KUKA's table, the total load is 12 kg and the maximum reach is 650 mm, with floor mounting and a standard version. KUKA lists the KR C5 micro-2 as the controller. KUKA positions the KR SCARA range for small-parts assembly, material handling and testing, with an internal media supply for air, power and data. For the range, KUKA states an accuracy of up to 0.02 mm (manufacturer's claim). Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- ProductionIndustrial robot
Reprogrammable manipulator (robot arm) with three or more axes, for automation in industry.
- ModularSCARA robot
In the industrial robots category.
- Payload
- 12 kg
- Reach
- 650 mm
- Degrees of freedom
- 4
totale loadeding
How far it can reach.
Number of joints: how freely the arm moves.
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 KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400?
KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 is an industrial robot from KUKA from Germany, listed for small-parts assembly, material handling and testing. Key figures: payload 12 kg, reach 650 mm, degrees of freedom 4. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. 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 industrial robots?
We compare each value with the other industrial robots 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 an industrial robot
Of the 797 others, 447 carry more, 43 the same and 307 less.
Typical: 7 to 130 kg
- Reach650mm
Short reach for an industrial robot
Of the 727 others, 613 reach further, 13 as far and 101 less far.
Typical: 900 to 2,702 mm
Application
What was KR 12 R650 Z400 developed for?
Small-parts assembly
Material handling
Testing
Business fit
When might KR 12 R650 Z400 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 KR 12 R650 Z400, its manufacturer and this type of robot
- 2021
According to ISO 8373:2021, an industrial robot is an automatically controlled manipulator that is reprogrammable, has multiple purposes and can be programmed in three or more axes.
Source: IFR, Industrial robots (ISO 8373) - 1961
In 1961 the Unimate was installed on a General Motors assembly line in Ewing Township, New Jersey. Guinness World Records lists it as the first industrial production robot.
Source: Guinness World Records, First industrial production robot - 2025
A safety standard for industrial robots, ISO 10218-1, appeared in February 2025 as its third edition.
Source: ISO 10218-1:2025 - 2023
Regulation (EU) 2023/1230 (the Machinery Regulation) replaces Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and applies from 20 January 2027.
Source: EU-OSHA, Regulation (EU) 2023/1230
Video
KR 12 R650 Z400 in action
KUKA product video about the KR SCARA range.
Market and supply
Is KR 12 R650 Z400 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 10 November 2026- Market statusCommercially availableconfirmed
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
- RegionGermanyconfirmed
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
KUKA
KUKA is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 109 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on KR 12 R650 Z400
The KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 is a four-axis model in the KR SCARA range. According to KUKA's table, the total load is 12 kg and the maximum reach is 650 mm, with floor mounting and a standard version. KUKA lists the KR C5 micro-2 as the controller. KUKA positions the KR SCARA range for small-parts assembly, material handling and testing, with an internal media supply for air, power and data. For the range, KUKA states an accuracy of up to 0.02 mm (manufacturer's claim). Availability in the Netherlands has not been 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 KR 12 R650 Z400 with alternatives
| Feature | KR 12 R650 Z400KUKA · this robot | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa | Motoman PL320Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Small-parts assembly, Material handling | Assembly, Handling | Palletising | Palletising |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Germany | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
| Difference | — | Different application: assembly | Different application: palletising | Different application: palletising |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about KR 12 R650 Z400
What is the KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400?
KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 is an industrial robot from KUKA from Germany, listed for small-parts assembly, material handling and testing. Key figures: payload 12 kg, reach 650 mm, degrees of freedom 4. Some figures apply under specific conditions; see the robot profile. 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 KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400?
Key figures: payload 12 kg, reach 650 mm, degrees of freedom 4. 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 KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400?
KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 is listed under KUKA, based in Germany. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 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 KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 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 KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 used for?
The applications listed for the KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400 include small-parts assembly, material handling and testing.
What are alternatives to the KUKA KR 12 R650 Z400?
Profiles include Yaskawa Motoman MOTOMINI, Yaskawa Motoman PL190 and Yaskawa Motoman PL320. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could KR 12 R650 Z400 fit your organisation?
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Sources and checks
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- Manufacturer kuka.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.