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Leju Robotics Kuavo 5
Leju Kuavo 5 is a 1.73 m humanoid with 29 degrees of freedom and about one hour of runtime.
The Kuavo 5 is the fifth-generation humanoid from China's Leju Robotics. According to the product documentation it is 1.73 m tall and weighs 63.5 kg, with 29 degrees of freedom (excluding end effector): 2 in the head, 7 in each arm and 6 in each leg. Walking speed is 0.4 m/s and running speed 5 km/h. Runtime is about one hour of walking, the battery has 6 Ah, a life of at least 500 cycles and charges in up to 1.5 hours. The robot has a depth camera, six microphones, a 360° LiDAR and a two-finger gripper of 600 g with 180 N gripping force. Third parties report that Leju sold 577 Kuavo units in 2025; the manufacturer does not confirm this in the source used.
- Humanoid robotHuman-like build, so it can work in spaces designed for people.
- Humanoid for developmentIn the humanoid robots category.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.Designed for
- Research and development
- Demonstrations
- Pilots
- Type
- Humanoid robots
- Origin
- China
- Deployment
- Not confirmed
- Region
- Not publicly confirmed
- Applications
- 3 applications
What is Leju Robotics Kuavo 5?
Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 is a humanoid robot from Leju Robotics from China, listed for research and development, demonstrations and pilots. Key figures: height 1.73 m, weight 63.5 kg, speed 0.4 m/s (walking time; 5 km/h rennen), degrees of freedom 29 (zonder eindeffector). 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.
Technical overview
Kuavo 5 in figures
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.
- 1.73 m
- Height
- 63.5 kg
- Weight
- 0.4 m/s (walking time; 5 km/h rennen)
- Speed
- 29 (zonder eindeffector)
- Degrees of freedom
Put into perspective
- 5 km/hAbout walking pace (about 5 km/h).
- 1.73 mFits upright under a standard interior door (2.01 m).
In practice
How does the Kuavo 5 perform?
All figures come from this robot's profile, according to the manufacturer.
How does it compare with other robots?
We put each value next to the other robots in the same category in our guide where that value is known. Unconfirmed values are marked in the figures above.
- This robot
- Other robots in the category
- Speed5 m/sPlace 1 of 170.8 m/s5 m/s
Higher than 16 of the 16 other robots
- Runtime1 hPlace 19 of 201 h10 h
Higher than 0 of the 19 other robots, equal to 1
- Height173 cmPlace 12 of 3651 cm187 cm
Higher than 19 of the 35 other robots, equal to 5
- Weight63.5 kgPlace 11 of 303.5 kg129 kg
Higher than 19 of the 29 other robots
One work cycle in a day
How many hours does it work, and how many does it need to charge? Runtime depends on load and mode; the number of cycles per day depends on the version and the deployment.
- Working1 h4% of the day
- Charging1.5 h6% of the day
- Rest of the day21.5 h90% of the day
Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Kuavo 5, its manufacturer and this type of robot
The word 'robot' comes from the play R.U.R. (1920) by Czech writer Karel Čapek. 'Robota' means forced labour or drudgery.
Source: Wikipedia, R.U.R.Honda presented ASIMO in 2000, for years the best-known walking humanoid in the world.
Source: Wikipedia, ASIMO
Our perspective on Kuavo 5
The Kuavo 5 is the fifth-generation humanoid from China's Leju Robotics. According to the product documentation it is 1.73 m tall and weighs 63.5 kg, with 29 degrees of freedom (excluding end effector): 2 in the head, 7 in each arm and 6 in each leg. Walking speed is 0.4 m/s and running speed 5 km/h. Runtime is about one hour of walking, the battery has 6 Ah, a life of at least 500 cycles and charges in up to 1.5 hours. The robot has a depth camera, six microphones, a 360° LiDAR and a two-finger gripper of 600 g with 180 N gripping force. Third parties report that Leju sold 577 Kuavo units in 2025; the manufacturer does not confirm this in the source used.
Business fit
When might Kuavo 5 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.
Market and supply
Availability
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
- Market status
- Commercially available
- Region
- Not publicly confirmed
- Lease / RaaS
- Not confirmed
- Rental
- Not confirmed
Manufacturer and supplier
About Leju Robotics
Leju Robotics is listed in the Robotleasen directory with one robot model.
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Compare Kuavo 5
| Feature | Kuavo 5Leju Robotics | EMIEW3Hitachi | OP3ROBOTIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Showcase | Showcase |
| Application | Research and development, Demonstrations | Historical visitor guidance, Business proof-of-concept projects with robot IT integration | Motion research, Humanoid teaching |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about Kuavo 5
What is the Leju Robotics Kuavo 5?
Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 is a humanoid robot from Leju Robotics from China, listed for research and development, demonstrations and pilots. Key figures: height 1.73 m, weight 63.5 kg, speed 0.4 m/s (walking time; 5 km/h rennen), degrees of freedom 29 (zonder eindeffector). 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 Leju Robotics Kuavo 5?
Key figures: height 1.73 m, weight 63.5 kg, speed 0.4 m/s (walking time; 5 km/h rennen), degrees of freedom 29 (zonder eindeffector). 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 Leju Robotics Kuavo 5?
Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 is listed under Leju Robotics, based in China. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 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 Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 used for?
The applications listed for the Leju Robotics Kuavo 5 include research and development, demonstrations and pilots.
What are alternatives to the Leju Robotics Kuavo 5?
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News and insights
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Sources and checks
Based on secondary sources · last checked
- Source kuavo.lejurobot.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.