FANUC M-410iC/185 vs ABB IRB 6790: Heavy Robot Comparison
The FANUC M-410iC/185 and the ABB IRB 6790 carry similar loads in completely different environments. The M-410iC/185 is a four-axis palletizer listed about a quarter lower. The IRB 6790 is a six-axis robot with IP69 and Foundry Prime 3 protection, built for high-pressure parts washing.
Quick verdict. The FANUC M-410iC/185 is the better choice for palletizing, with 3143 mm reach and a listed price $25,000 lower. The ABB IRB 6790 is the better choice for washing and deburring castings in wet, harsh cells, with IP69 protection and up to 235 kg.
M-410iC/185 and IRB 6790 at a glance
The FANUC M-410iC/185 carries 185 kg over 3143 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm and runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) controller. It weighs 1600 kg on the pedestal base, controller included.
The ABB IRB 6790 carries 235 kg over 2650 mm or 205 kg over 2800 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, carries IP69 protection with Foundry Prime 3 and runs on IRC5.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC M-410iC/185 | ABB IRB 6790 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $80,000 | $105,000 |
Payload | 185 kg | 205–235 kg |
Reach | 3143 mm | 2650–2800 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 4 | 6 |
Arm weight | 1600 kg (pedestal base, controller included) | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) | ABB IRC5 |
Price comparison
FANUC M-410iC/185: listed from $80,000
ABB IRB 6790: listed from $105,000
Difference: $25,000
The M-410iC/185 costs roughly 24% less
Environment
The IRB 6790's defining feature is IP69 protection with Foundry Prime 3: it holds engine blocks, cylinder heads and other castings in front of high-pressure jets to clean and deburr them. The M-410iC/185 is built for packaging lines and warehouses, where it stacks cases, bags and layers.
Payload, reach and axes
The IRB 6790 carries 205 or 235 kg, more than the 185 kg of the M-410iC/185, while the FANUC reaches 3143 mm, beyond the 2800 mm of the longest IRB 6790. The FANUC uses four axes to keep its gripper level; the ABB uses six to turn castings in front of the jets.
Precision and installation
Both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability. FANUC quotes 1600 kg for the M-410iC/185 on its pedestal base with the controller included, and runs it on the R-30iB Plus; ABB runs the IRB 6790 on IRC5.
Best applications for the M-410iC/185
Case and bag palletizing
Multi-line palletizing
Depalletizing
Best applications for the ABB IRB 6790
High-pressure parts washing
Deburring of castings
Wet and harsh environments
M-410iC/185 advantages
About 24% lower listed price
3143 mm reach
Dedicated palletizer
M-410iC/185 limitations
Four axes only
ABB IRB 6790 advantages
IP69 and Foundry Prime 3
Up to 235 kg
Six axes
ABB IRB 6790 limitations
About $25,000 higher listed price
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC M-410iC/185 for palletizing. Choose the ABB IRB 6790 for parts washing in harsh environments.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC M-410iC/185 or the ABB IRB 6790?
The M-410iC/185 is listed from $80,000 and the IRB 6790 from $105,000, a difference of $25,000.
What is the IRB 6790 built for?
High-pressure parts washing and handling in wet, harsh environments, with IP69 protection.
Which robot carries more?
The IRB 6790 carries 205 or 235 kg; the M-410iC/185 185 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The M-410iC/185 reaches 3143 mm; the IRB 6790 up to 2800 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the M-410iC/185 for palletizing. Choose the IRB 6790 for washing cells.
