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KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO
By KUKA
The KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO is a four-axis SCARA robot with 6 kg total load and 700 mm reach (food version).
The KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO is a four-axis model in the KR SCARA range. According to KUKA's model table the total load is 6 kg and the reach is 700 mm, with floor mounting and a food-industry version (Food). KUKA lists the KR C5 micro-2 as the controller. KUKA positions the KR SCARA for assembly, handling and testing, with an internal media supply for air, power and data and states a precision of up to 0.02 mm for the 6 kg and 12 kg models (manufacturer's claim). Availability in the Netherlands has not been confirmed.
Status 2026
ShowcaseThis model is listed as a showcase. Direct commercial availability has not been confirmed.- ProductionIndustrial robot
Reprogrammable manipulator (robot arm) with three or more axes, for automation in industry.
- ModularSCARA robot
In the industrial robots category.
- Payload
- 6 kg
- Reach
- 700 mm
totale loadeding
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 KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO?
KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO is an industrial robot from KUKA from Germany, listed for small-parts assembly, handling and material handling and testing and inspection. Key figures: payload 6 kg, reach 700 mm. 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.
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.
- Payload6kg
Low for an industrial robot
Of the 797 others, 628 carry more, 55 the same and 114 less.
Typical: 7 to 130 kg
- Reach700mm
Short reach for an industrial robot
Of the 727 others, 605 reach further, 7 as far and 115 less far.
Typical: 900 to 2,702 mm
Application
What was KR 6 R700 Z170 HO developed for?
Small-parts assembly
Handling and material handling
Testing and inspection
Business fit
When might KR 6 R700 Z170 HO 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 6 R700 Z170 HO, 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 6 R700 Z170 HO in action
KUKA product video about the KR SCARA range.
Market and supply
Is KR 6 R700 Z170 HO available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 10 November 2026- Market statusShowcaseconfirmed
Mainly a demonstration model; not regularly on sale.
- 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.
View available alternativesManufacturer
KUKA
KUKA is listed in the Robotleasen directory with 109 robot models.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on KR 6 R700 Z170 HO
The KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO is a four-axis model in the KR SCARA range. According to KUKA's model table the total load is 6 kg and the reach is 700 mm, with floor mounting and a food-industry version (Food). KUKA lists the KR C5 micro-2 as the controller. KUKA positions the KR SCARA for assembly, handling and testing, with an internal media supply for air, power and data and states a precision of up to 0.02 mm for the 6 kg and 12 kg models (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 6 R700 Z170 HO with alternatives
| Feature | KR 6 R700 Z170 HOKUKA · this robot | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa | Motoman PL320Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Small-parts assembly, Handling and 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 market status: commercially available | Different market status: commercially available | Different market status: commercially available |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about KR 6 R700 Z170 HO
What is the KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO?
KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO is an industrial robot from KUKA from Germany, listed for small-parts assembly, handling and material handling and testing and inspection. Key figures: payload 6 kg, reach 700 mm. 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 KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO?
Key figures: payload 6 kg, reach 700 mm. 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 6 R700 Z170 HO?
KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO is listed under KUKA, based in Germany. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO 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 KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO 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 6 R700 Z170 HO used for?
The applications listed for the KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO include small-parts assembly, handling and material handling and testing and inspection.
What are alternatives to the KUKA KR 6 R700 Z170 HO?
Profiles include Yaskawa Motoman MOTOMINI, Yaskawa Motoman PL190 and Yaskawa Motoman PL320. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
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Sources and checks
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- Manufacturer kuka.com
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