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Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8
By Yaskawa
The Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 is a six-axis robot in hygienic design with 8 kg payload and 727 mm reach.
The MOTOMAN HD8 is a six-axis robot from Yaskawa's HD (Hygienic Design) series, intended for food, life sciences, laboratory automation and the medical and pharmaceutical sector. Yaskawa lists a payload of 8 kg, a working range of 727 mm, repeatability of 0.02 mm and a weight of 45 kg. According to the manufacturer the robot has an encapsulated housing without protruding screws, connectors on the bottom, internal cable routing and food-grade grease. It can be operated with a Smart Pendant or a conventional teach pendant. 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.
- ModularIndustrial robot in hygienic design
In the industrial robots category.
- Payload
- 8 kg
- Reach
- 727 mm
- Repeatability
- 0.02 mm
- Weight
- 45 kg
The most weight it can carry or lift.
How far it can reach.
How precisely it returns to the same point.
What the robot itself weighs.
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 Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8?
Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 is an industrial robot from Yaskawa from Japan, listed for handling in the food industry, laboratory automation and pharmaceutical and medical production. Key figures: payload 8 kg, reach 727 mm, repeatability 0.02 mm, weight 45 kg. 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.
- Payload8kg
Typical for an industrial robot
Of the 797 others, 542 carry more, 42 the same and 213 less.
Typical: 7 to 130 kg
- Weight45kg
Typical for an industrial robot
Of the 489 others, 353 are heavier, 2 the same weight and 134 lighter.
Typical: 38 to 1,000 kg
- Reach727mm
Short reach for an industrial robot
Of the 727 others, 586 reach further, 5 as far and 136 less far.
Typical: 900 to 2,702 mm
Application
What was MOTOMAN HD8 developed for?
Handling in the food industry
Laboratory automation
Pharmaceutical and medical production
Business fit
When might MOTOMAN HD8 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 MOTOMAN HD8, 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
MOTOMAN HD8 in action
Yaskawa video on the MOTOMAN HD series in hygienic design.
Market and supply
Is MOTOMAN HD8 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.
- RegionJapanconfirmed
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
Yaskawa
Robotics and motion-control manufacturer for industrial automation, handling and production applications.
OUR INTERPRETATION
Our perspective on MOTOMAN HD8
The MOTOMAN HD8 is a six-axis robot from Yaskawa's HD (Hygienic Design) series, intended for food, life sciences, laboratory automation and the medical and pharmaceutical sector. Yaskawa lists a payload of 8 kg, a working range of 727 mm, repeatability of 0.02 mm and a weight of 45 kg. According to the manufacturer the robot has an encapsulated housing without protruding screws, connectors on the bottom, internal cable routing and food-grade grease. It can be operated with a Smart Pendant or a conventional teach pendant. 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 MOTOMAN HD8 with alternatives
| Feature | MOTOMAN HD8Yaskawa · this robot | Motoman MOTOMINIYaskawa | Motoman PL190Yaskawa | Motoman PL320Yaskawa |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Market status | Showcase | Commercially available | Commercially available | Commercially available |
| Application | Handling in the food industry, Laboratory automation | Assembly, Handling | Palletising | Palletising |
| Deployment | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed | Not confirmed |
| Region | Japan | 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 MOTOMAN HD8
What is the Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8?
Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 is an industrial robot from Yaskawa from Japan, listed for handling in the food industry, laboratory automation and pharmaceutical and medical production. Key figures: payload 8 kg, reach 727 mm, repeatability 0.02 mm, weight 45 kg. 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 Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8?
Key figures: payload 8 kg, reach 727 mm, repeatability 0.02 mm, weight 45 kg. 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 Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8?
Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 is listed under Yaskawa, based in Japan. Check local sales and support terms directly with the supplier.
Is the Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 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 Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 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 Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 used for?
The applications listed for the Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8 include handling in the food industry, laboratory automation and pharmaceutical and medical production.
What are alternatives to the Yaskawa MOTOMAN HD8?
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
Checked against the manufacturer · last checked
- Manufacturer yaskawa.eu.com
Specifications are generally based on manufacturer information and have not been measured by Robotleasen. See our editorial approach.