Agricultural robotsLelyCommercially available
Lely Astronaut Max
By Lely
Lely Astronaut Max is a set-up of Astronaut milking robots for large dairy farms, with the equipment of three units in one central location outside the pen.
Astronaut Max is not a separate milking robot but a system of central units (including receiver, cleaning and vacuum) for connected Astronaut milking robots. According to Lely, it is designed for large-scale dairy farming. The set-up combines the equipment of three units in one central location outside the pen, with central storage of chemicals and equipment. Cows keep free cow traffic. Management runs through the Horizon management software. Discuss barn layout, herd size and expansion plans beforehand. 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.- 01Agricultural robot
Carries out field work such as weeding, seeding or spraying.
- 02Milking robot set-up for large farms
In the agricultural robots category.
What is Lely Astronaut Max?
Lely Astronaut Max is an agricultural robot from Lely from Netherlands, listed for milking and dairy farming. 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.
Application
What was Astronaut Max developed for?
Milking
Dairy farming
Business fit
When might Astronaut Max 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.
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Facts
Did you know?
Notable facts about Astronaut Max, its manufacturer and this type of robot
After the United States, the Netherlands is the largest exporter of agricultural products in the world.
Weeding robots recognise weeds with cameras and AI, which means fewer or no chemicals are needed.
Robotleasen lists 7 robots from Lely. You can find them all on the supplier page.
Market and supply
Is Astronaut Max available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
Status board
Checked 25 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
Lely
Robot that vacuums and removes manure from solid dairy barn floors.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on Astronaut Max
Astronaut Max is not a separate milking robot but a system of central units (including receiver, cleaning and vacuum) for connected Astronaut milking robots. According to Lely, it is designed for large-scale dairy farming. The set-up combines the equipment of three units in one central location outside the pen, with central storage of chemicals and equipment. Cows keep free cow traffic. Management runs through the Horizon management software. Discuss barn layout, herd size and expansion plans beforehand. 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 Astronaut Max
| Feature | Astronaut MaxLely | TerraMaxEarthSense | T-MoovOctopus Biosafety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Milking, Dairy farming | Autonomous fertilizing on oil-palm estates, Recording and exporting application data per tree and pass | Programmed movement rounds in poultry houses, Configurable light, sound and flag activities |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed | Not publicly confirmed |
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Questions about Astronaut Max
What is the Lely Astronaut Max?
Lely Astronaut Max is an agricultural robot from Lely from Netherlands, listed for milking and dairy farming. 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.
Which supplier is listed for the Lely Astronaut Max?
Lely Astronaut Max is listed under Lely, based in Netherlands. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Lely Astronaut Max 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 Lely Astronaut Max cost?
No reliable public price is listed for this model. Costs depend on configuration and supplier.
What is the Lely Astronaut Max used for?
The applications listed for the Lely Astronaut Max include milking and dairy farming.
What are alternatives to the Lely Astronaut Max?
Profiles include Daedong Robotics RT100, FireFly Robotics AMP and DeLaval VMS V300. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could Astronaut Max fit your organisation?
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Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer lely.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.