ABB IRB 6740 Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 220–310 kg Industrial Robot
Updated: 2 days ago
The ABB IRB 6740 is a six-axis industrial robot with a payload of 220–310 kg, a reach of 2800–3200 mm and ±0.04–0.06 mm repeatability, listed from USD 92,000. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The IRB 6740 is a large six-axis robot with payloads from 220 to 310 kg, reaches from 2800 to 3200 mm and repeatability of ±0.04 to ±0.06 mm. It is built for material handling, assembly, spot welding and machine tending, mainly in automotive and EV production, and is available with LeanID integrated dressing. It is listed from USD 92,000.
ABB IRB 6740 at a Glance
Payload: 220–310 kg
Reach: 2800–3200 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.04–0.06 mm
Controller: ABB OmniCore
Price: from USD 92,000
ABB IRB 6740 Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the ABB IRB 6740.
Specification | ABB IRB 6740 |
Manufacturer | ABB Robotics |
Model | IRB 6740 |
Robot type | Six-axis industrial robot |
Payload | 220–310 kg |
Reach | 2800–3200 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.04–0.06 mm |
Controller | ABB OmniCore |
Interfaces | PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, 16 digital inputs, 16 digital outputs |
Certifications | ISO 10218-1, EN ISO 13849-1 Cat. 3, PL d |
Starting price | From USD 92,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Payload range 220–310 kg
Reach range 2800–3200 mm
IRB 6740-310/2.8: repeatability ±0.05 mm
IRB 6740-260/3.0: ±0.04 mm
IRB 6740-240/3.2: ±0.06 mm
Mounting floor
Protection IP67, Foundry Plus 2 optional
Controller OmniCore V250XT or V400XT
Design and Build Quality
The robot is floor mounted, is rated IP67 with a Foundry Plus 2 option and runs on the OmniCore V250XT or V400XT controller. Published variants include the IRB 6740-310/2.8 at ±0.05 mm, the 260/3.0 at ±0.04 mm and the 240/3.2 at ±0.06 mm.
Programming and Software
Controller
The IRB 6740 runs on the ABB OmniCore controller. OmniCore is ABB's current robot controller family.
RAPID and RobotStudio
Programs are written in ABB's RAPID language and can be created, simulated and tested offline in RobotStudio before they are loaded to the robot.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are PROFINET, EtherNet/IP, CC-Link IE Field Basic, 16 digital inputs and 16 digital outputs.
ABB IRB 6740 Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the IRB 6740 are material handling, assembly, spot welding and machine tending.
Heavy Material Handling
Payloads up to 310 kg cover battery packs, body sides, engines and heavy fixtures.
Spot Welding
The robot carries large welding guns, with the dress pack routed inside the arm on LeanID versions.
Assembly and Machine Tending
Reaches up to 3200 mm let the robot serve large presses, machines and assembly stations.
ABB IRB 6740 Price and Value
The ABB IRB 6740 is listed from USD 92,000 on All Things Cobots. The controller configuration, end effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Payloads from 220 to 310 kg
Reaches from 2800 to 3200 mm
LeanID integrated dressing available
IP67, with Foundry Plus 2 option
Runs on OmniCore
Cons
Repeatability widens to ±0.06 mm at 3200 mm reach
Floor mounting only
Starting price of USD 92,000
Who Should Buy the ABB IRB 6740?
The IRB 6740 fits automotive and EV plants that handle the heaviest parts in the 6700-class range on the OmniCore platform.
See the full ABB IRB 6740 product listing on All Things Cobots.
ABB IRB 6740 FAQ
How much does the ABB IRB 6740 cost?
The ABB IRB 6740 is listed from USD 92,000 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, safety equipment or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the ABB IRB 6740?
The IRB 6740 has a payload of 220–310 kg and a reach of 2800–3200 mm.
How accurate is the ABB IRB 6740?
Its published repeatability is ±0.04–0.06 mm.
How many axes does the ABB IRB 6740 have?
The IRB 6740 has 6 axes.
Which controller does the ABB IRB 6740 use?
It runs on the ABB OmniCore controller and is programmed in ABB's RAPID language.
How can the ABB IRB 6740 be mounted?
Published mounting options: floor.
What is the protection rating of the ABB IRB 6740?
Its published protection rating is IP67, Foundry Plus 2 optional.
What is the ABB IRB 6740 used for?
Typical applications are material handling, assembly, spot welding and machine tending.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
