FANUC M-410iC/185 vs Yaskawa GP200R: Heavy Robot Comparison
The FANUC M-410iC/185 and the Yaskawa Motoman GP200R reach almost the same distance, about 3.14 m, with ±0.05 mm. The M-410iC/185 is a four-axis floor palletizer. The GP200R is a six-axis shelf-mounted robot carrying 200 kg, listed about 19% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP200R is the better choice for tending presses and machines from a raised shelf, with six axes, 200 kg and a listed price $15,000 lower. The FANUC M-410iC/185 is the better choice for floor-level palletizing.
M-410iC/185 and GP200R 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 GP200R carries 200 kg over 3140 mm with six axes, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 1830 kg, is shelf-mounted and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC M-410iC/185 | Yaskawa Motoman GP200R |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $80,000 | $65,000 |
Payload | 185 kg | 200 kg |
Reach | 3143 mm | 3140 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 4 | 6 |
Arm weight | 1600 kg (pedestal base, controller included) | 1830 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC M-410iC/185: listed from $80,000
Yaskawa GP200R: listed from $65,000
Difference: $15,000
The GP200R costs roughly 19% less
Shelf against floor
The GP200R is installed on a raised base or shelf and reaches down into the work area, which keeps the floor around presses and machines clear. The M-410iC/185 stands on the floor and keeps its gripper level with four axes for stacking.
Payload and reach
The GP200R carries 200 kg, 15 kg more, over 3140 mm; the M-410iC/185 carries 185 kg over 3143 mm. Both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability.
Installation and controllers
FANUC quotes 1600 kg for the M-410iC/185 including its pedestal and controller, on the R-30iB Plus. The GP200R weighs 1830 kg and needs a shelf structure designed for it; it runs on the YRC1000.
Best applications for the M-410iC/185
Floor-level palletizing
Multi-line palletizing
Depalletizing
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP200R
Press tending from a shelf
Machine loading from above
Heavy part transfer
M-410iC/185 advantages
Dedicated palletizer
Simple floor installation
M-410iC/185 limitations
Four axes only
About $15,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP200R advantages
Six axes
200 kg payload
Shelf mounting frees floor space
Yaskawa GP200R limitations
1830 kg arm on a raised structure
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP200R for shelf-mounted machine tending. 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 GP200R?
The GP200R is listed from $65,000 and the M-410iC/185 from $80,000, a difference of $15,000.
What does shelf-mounted mean?
The GP200R sits on a raised base and reaches down into the work area.
How many axes do they have?
The M-410iC/185 has four axes; the GP200R six.
Which robot carries more?
The GP200R carries 200 kg; the M-410iC/185 185 kg.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP200R for shelf-mounted tending. Choose the M-410iC/185 for palletizing.
