FANUC M-410iC/185 vs Yaskawa GP180: Heavy Robot Comparison
The FANUC M-410iC/185 and the Yaskawa Motoman GP180 carry similar loads, 185 and 180 kg, with ±0.05 mm. The M-410iC/185 is a four-axis palletizer with 3143 mm reach. The GP180 is a six-axis handling robot with 2702 mm reach, listed 25% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP180 is the better choice for heavy six-axis handling and machine loading, with a listed price $20,000 lower. The FANUC M-410iC/185 is the better choice for palletizing with long reach.
M-410iC/185 and GP180 at a glance
The FANUC M-410iC/185 carries 185 kg over 3143 mm with four axes, 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 Yaskawa Motoman GP180 carries 180 kg over 2702 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 1020 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC M-410iC/185 | Yaskawa Motoman GP180 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $80,000 | $60,000 |
Payload | 185 kg | 180 kg |
Reach | 3143 mm | 2702 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 4 | 6 |
Arm weight | 1600 kg (pedestal base, controller included) | 1020 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC M-410iC/185: listed from $80,000
Yaskawa GP180: listed from $60,000
Difference: $20,000
The GP180 costs roughly 25% less
Four axes against six
The M-410iC/185 uses four axes and keeps its gripper level, which is all stacking needs. The GP180 uses six axes, so it can turn and present heavy parts to machines, fixtures and presses.
Reach
The M-410iC/185 reaches 3143 mm, about 440 mm beyond the 2702 mm of the GP180, which lets one palletizer serve several conveyors and pallet stations. Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Installation and controllers
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. The GP180 weighs 1020 kg, mounts on the floor and runs on the YRC1000.
Best applications for the M-410iC/185
Multi-line palletizing
Case and bag palletizing
Depalletizing
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP180
Heavy machine loading
Heavy part handling
Press tending
M-410iC/185 advantages
3143 mm reach
Dedicated palletizer
M-410iC/185 limitations
Four axes only
About $20,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP180 advantages
Six axes
About 25% lower listed price
Yaskawa GP180 limitations
2702 mm reach
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP180 for six-axis heavy handling. Choose the FANUC M-410iC/185 for palletizing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC M-410iC/185 or the Yaskawa GP180?
The GP180 is listed from $60,000 and the M-410iC/185 from $80,000, a difference of $20,000.
How many axes do they have?
The M-410iC/185 has four axes; the GP180 six.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The M-410iC/185 reaches 3143 mm; the GP180 2702 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot carries more?
The M-410iC/185 carries 185 kg; the GP180 180 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP180 for six-axis work. Choose the M-410iC/185 for palletizing.
