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Universal Robots UR20
Heavier cobot for palletising, welding and machine tending
Universal Robots UR20 is intended for palletising and welding. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.
Status 2026
Commercially availableThis model is listed as commercially available. Delivery, configuration and support vary by supplier and region.- InteractionCollaborative robot arm
Built to work alongside people, after a risk assessment of the application.
- ModularIndustrial cobot
In the cobots category.
- Payload
- 20 kg
- Reach
- 1,750 mm
- Weight
- 64 kg
- Speed
- up to 5 m/s
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How far it can reach.
What the robot itself weighs.
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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 Universal Robots UR20?
Universal Robots UR20 is a collaborative robot arm from Universal Robots from Denmark, listed for palletising, welding and machine tending. Key figures: payload 20 kg, reach 1,750 mm, weight 64 kg, speed up to 5 m/s. 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 collaborative robot arms?
We compare each value with the other collaborative robot arms 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.
- Payload20kg
High for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 203 others, 34 carry more, 15 the same and 154 less.
Typical: 5 to 18 kg
- Speed5m/s
Fast for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 74 others, 2 are faster, 7 as fast and 65 slower.
Typical: 1 to 3 m/s
- Weight64kg
Heavy for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 133 others, 24 are heavier, 1 the same weight and 108 lighter.
Typical: 16.5 to 45 kg
- Reach1,750mm
Long reach for a collaborative robot arm
Of the 198 others, 33 reach further, 2 as far and 163 less far.
Typical: 800 to 1,522 mm
Application
What was UR20 developed for?
Palletising
Welding
Machine tending
Business fit
When might UR20 be a fit?
An initial view based on the recorded category and model information
What Universal Robots says
- Payload of 20 kg, expandable to 25 kg.
- Reach of 1,750 mm and a dead weight of 64 kg.
- IP65 and certified for ISO class 4 cleanrooms.
- New joints with about 25% more torque and up to 65% higher speed.
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 UR20, its manufacturer and this type of robot
The joints of the UR20 consist of about half as many parts as those of the e-Series.
Source: Universal RobotsAn LED ring on the robot uses colours to show what state it is in.
Source: Universal Robots- 2008
In December 2008, Universal Robots sold the first commercial cobot, a UR5, to Danish company Linatex.
Source: Universal Robots, company history A cobot's payload includes the gripper. A 1 kg gripper on a 5 kg cobot leaves 4 kg for the product.
Video
UR20 in action
Market and supply
Is UR20 available?
A profile status is not a confirmed offer or delivery time
What is settled?
Checked 27 September 2026- Market statusCommercially availableconfirmed
The model is on sale; you can request it from a supplier.
- RegionNot confirmed for the Netherlandsnot confirmed
Not known whether it is supplied in the Netherlands. Ask a supplier.
- Lease / RaaSNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed lease or robot-as-a-service.
- RentalNot confirmednot confirmed
No supplier has confirmed rental.
1 of 4 settled. The rest depends on the supplier.
Ask about availabilityManufacturer
Universal Robots
A collaborative robot manufacturer whose systems are used across small and medium-sized businesses, manufacturing, education and automation.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on UR20
Universal Robots UR20 is intended for palletising and welding. For a business comparison, the task, work environment and configuration also matter. Availability and support must be checked per supplier.
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 UR20 with alternatives
| Feature | UR20Universal Robots · this robot | UR10eUniversal Robots | HC-serieYaskawa | RB-serieRainbow Robotics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Palletising, Welding | Machine tending, Packaging | Palletising, Machine tending | Assembly, Machine tending |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | International | Netherlands | International | International |
| Difference | — | Different application: packaging | Different application: handling | Different application: assembly |
| Link | View robot | View robot | View robot |
Frequently asked questions
Questions about UR20
What is the Universal Robots UR20?
Universal Robots UR20 is a collaborative robot arm from Universal Robots from Denmark, listed for palletising, welding and machine tending. Key figures: payload 20 kg, reach 1,750 mm, weight 64 kg, speed up to 5 m/s. 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 Universal Robots UR20?
Key figures: payload 20 kg, reach 1,750 mm, weight 64 kg, speed up to 5 m/s. 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 Universal Robots UR20?
Universal Robots UR20 is listed under Universal Robots, based in Odense, Denmark. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Universal Robots UR20 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 Universal Robots UR20 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 Universal Robots UR20 used for?
The applications listed for the Universal Robots UR20 include palletising, welding and machine tending.
What are alternatives to the Universal Robots UR20?
Profiles include Universal Robots UR10e, Yaskawa HC-serie and Rainbow Robotics RB-serie. Compare their applications, specifications and market status.
Next step
Could UR20 fit your organisation?
Review the recorded market status, applications and alternatives for this robot. We do not sell robots ourselves, but help you compare suppliers and terms.
Sources and checks
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer universal-robots.com
- Manufacturer universal-robots.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.