FANUC M-410iC/110 vs ABB IRB 460: 110 kg Palletizing Robot Comparison
Updated: 9 hours ago
IN A NUTSHELL
🔎 THE KEY DIFFERENCE Both are compared at 110 kg. FANUC M-410iC/110 has the longer stated reach, which may help reach separated fixtures; it does not guarantee access at every tool angle. |
→ CONSIDER FANUC M-410iC/110 Consider it when extra reach is useful while the compared load capacity is the same. This article compares 110 kg with a published reach of 2403 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
→ CONSIDER ABB IRB 460 Consider it when its stated load and reach already cover your task and its controls fit your equipment. This article compares 110 kg with a published reach of 2400 mm; include the gripper and part in the load. |
💡 THE TAKEAWAY Choose the robot that handles your actual tool and part through the required path, with controls and support your team can use. Compare complete installation quotes, rather than arm-only prices. |
The FANUC M-410iC/110 and the ABB IRB 460 are direct competitors: both are four-axis palletizing robots that carry 110 kg over about 2.4 m. The IRB 460 costs about 7% less. The M-410iC/110 repeats four times more tightly.
Quick verdict. The ABB IRB 460 is the value choice for end-of-line and bag palletizing, with a listed price $5,000 lower. The FANUC M-410iC/110 is the better choice when stacking accuracy matters, with ±0.05 mm repeatability against ±0.20 mm.
M-410iC/110 and IRB 460 at a glance
The FANUC M-410iC/110 carries 110 kg over 2403 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 1030 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) controller.
The ABB IRB 460 carries 110 kg over 2400 mm, repeats to ±0.20 mm and runs on IRC5 or OmniCore. ABB describes it as a compact, fast palletizer.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC M-410iC/110 | ABB IRB 460 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $70,000 | $65,000 |
Payload | 110 kg | 110 kg |
Reach | 2403 mm | 2400 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.20 mm |
Axes | 4 | 4 |
Arm weight | 1030 kg | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) | ABB IRC5 or OmniCore |
Price comparison
FANUC M-410iC/110: listed from $70,000
ABB IRB 460: listed from $65,000
Difference: $5,000
The IRB 460 costs roughly 7% less
Payload and reach
On paper these are near twins: 110 kg each, 2403 mm for the FANUC and 2400 mm for the ABB. Both use four axes, which keeps the tool flange level and suits stacking cases, bags and trays on pallets.
Precision
FANUC publishes ±0.05 mm repeatability for the M-410iC/110, against ±0.20 mm for the IRB 460. For most case palletizing either is enough, but the FANUC holds tighter stack patterns and suits layer handling or depalletizing with vision.
Speed and installation
ABB builds the IRB 460 as a compact, fast palletizer for end-of-line and bag palletizing. The M-410iC/110 weighs 1030 kg, mounts on the floor and runs on the R-30iB Plus; the IRB 460 runs on IRC5 or OmniCore.
Best applications for the M-410iC/110
Case and bag palletizing
Depalletizing with vision
Plants standardized on FANUC
Best applications for the ABB IRB 460
End-of-line palletizing
Bag palletizing
Compact palletizing cells
M-410iC/110 advantages
±0.05 mm repeatability
2403 mm reach
M-410iC/110 limitations
About $5,000 higher listed price
1030 kg arm
ABB IRB 460 advantages
About 7% lower listed price
Compact, fast design
ABB IRB 460 limitations
±0.20 mm repeatability
Final verdict
Choose the ABB IRB 460 for value in standard palletizing. Choose the FANUC M-410iC/110 for tighter stacking accuracy.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC M-410iC/110 or the ABB IRB 460?
The IRB 460 is listed from $65,000 and the M-410iC/110 from $70,000, a difference of $5,000.
Do both robots carry 110 kg?
Yes. Both are 110 kg four-axis palletizing robots.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are almost equal: 2403 mm for the FANUC and 2400 mm for the ABB.
Which robot is more precise?
The M-410iC/110 publishes ±0.05 mm and the IRB 460 ±0.20 mm.
How heavy is the M-410iC/110?
Its mechanical unit weighs 1030 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the IRB 460 for value. Choose the M-410iC/110 for precision.
