FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH vs Yaskawa GP4: 4 kg Robot Comparison
Updated: 10 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 4 kg and a 550 mm stated reach. The useful difference is the robot configuration and how it fits your equipment, rather than a headline size advantage. FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH has 5 axes, compared with 6 axes for Yaskawa Motoman GP4. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH Consider it when its controls, mounting and local support suit your existing equipment. This article compares 4 kg with a published reach of 550 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER Yaskawa Motoman GP4 Consider it when its controls, mounting and local support suit your existing equipment. This article compares 4 kg with a published reach of 550 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Check the required tool angles and approach path: different axis counts change movement options. Choose only after both suppliers demonstrate the loaded task and quote the same complete installation. |
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH and the Yaskawa Motoman GP4 both carry 4 kg over 550 mm at ±0.01 mm and are rated IP67. The 4SH is a 5-axis high-speed version built for fast handling in tight spaces. The GP4 has 6 axes and is listed about 19% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP4 is the better value when parts must be tilted or oriented, with six axes and a listed price $3,000 lower. The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH is the better choice for fast pick-and-place and machine loading where five axes are enough, with a 19 kg arm.
LR Mate 200iD/4SH and GP4 at a glance
The FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH carries 4 kg over 550 mm with five axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 19 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the R-30iB Plus series controller. FANUC lists joint speeds up to 1500°/s on J5.
The Yaskawa Motoman GP4 carries 4 kg over 550 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.01 mm, weighs 28 kg, is rated IP67 and runs on the YRC1000 or YRC1000micro controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH | Yaskawa Motoman GP4 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $16,000 | $13,000 |
Payload | 4 kg | 4 kg |
Reach | 550 mm | 550 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.01 mm | ±0.01 mm |
Axes | 5 | 6 |
Speed | J1 460°/s; J2 460°/s; J3 520°/s; J4 560°/s; J5 1500°/s | Not specified |
Arm weight | 19 kg | 28 kg |
IP rating | IP67 | IP67 |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | YRC1000 / YRC1000micro |
Price comparison
FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH: listed from $16,000
Yaskawa GP4: listed from $13,000
Difference: $3,000
The GP4 costs roughly 19% less
Five axes against six
The 4SH drops one wrist axis to gain speed and compactness: FANUC lists 460°/s on J1 and J2 and 1500°/s on J5. That suits pick-and-place, sorting and machine loading where parts stay flat. The GP4's six axes let it tilt and orient parts for assembly or insertion at any angle.
Weight and protection
The 4SH weighs 19 kg against 28 kg for the GP4, which helps when mounting on a machine or a light frame. Both are rated IP67, so both suit CNC tending with coolant. The 4SH mounts on the floor, at an angle or inverted; the GP4 on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted.
Controllers
FANUC runs the 4SH on the R-30iB Plus series. Yaskawa runs the GP4 on the YRC1000 or the compact YRC1000micro. Both list material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Best applications for the LR Mate 200iD/4SH
High-speed pick-and-place
Machine loading in tight spaces
Sorting flat parts
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP4
Small-part assembly
Insertion at angles
CNC tending
LR Mate 200iD/4SH advantages
High joint speeds
19 kg arm
IP67
LR Mate 200iD/4SH limitations
Five axes only
About $3,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP4 advantages
Six axes
About 19% lower listed price
IP67
Yaskawa GP4 limitations
28 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP4 for six-axis flexibility. Choose the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH for fast five-axis handling.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC LR Mate 200iD/4SH or the Yaskawa GP4?
The GP4 is listed from $13,000 and the 4SH from $16,000, a difference of $3,000.
How many axes do they have?
The LR Mate 200iD/4SH has five axes; the GP4 six.
Do both carry 4 kg over 550 mm?
Yes, at ±0.01 mm.
Are both IP67?
Yes.
Which robot is lighter?
The 4SH weighs 19 kg; the GP4 28 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP4 for six-axis work. Choose the 4SH for fast five-axis handling.
