FANUC M-710iC/50 vs Yaskawa GP50: 50 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC M-710iC/50 and the Yaskawa Motoman GP50 are direct competitors: 50 kg over about 2.05 m, ±0.03 mm and about 565 kg of arm. The GP50 is listed 40% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP50 is the better value for 50 kg handling and machine tending, with the same specification at a listed price $30,000 lower. The FANUC M-710iC/50 is the natural choice for plants standardized on FANUC.
M-710iC/50 and GP50 at a glance
The FANUC M-710iC/50 carries 50 kg over 2050 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 560 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus series controller.
The Yaskawa Motoman GP50 carries 50 kg over 2061 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 570 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC M-710iC/50 | Yaskawa Motoman GP50 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $75,000 | $45,000 |
Payload | 50 kg | 50 kg |
Reach | 2050 mm | 2061 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 560 kg | 570 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus series | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC M-710iC/50: listed from $75,000
Yaskawa GP50: listed from $45,000
Difference: $30,000
The GP50 costs roughly 40% less
Same class
Both carry 50 kg, reach 2050 mm and 2061 mm, repeat to ±0.03 mm and weigh 560 kg and 570 kg. FANUC designs the M-710iC/50 for material handling, machine tending and assembly; Yaskawa positions the GP50 for the same work.
Mounting
The M-710iC/50 mounts on the floor, at an angle or inverted. The GP50 installs on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted. Both can hang overhead to free floor space around machines.
Controllers
FANUC runs the M-710iC/50 on the R-30iB Plus series; Yaskawa runs the GP50 on the YRC1000. With near-identical specs, the controller family a plant already runs, and the price, usually decide.
Best applications for the M-710iC/50
50 kg machine tending in FANUC plants
Material handling
Assembly
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP50
50 kg machine tending
Heavy part handling
Assembly
M-710iC/50 advantages
±0.03 mm repeatability
FANUC ecosystem
M-710iC/50 limitations
About $30,000 higher listed price
Yaskawa GP50 advantages
About 40% lower listed price
Same 50 kg and ±0.03 mm
Yaskawa GP50 limitations
570 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP50 for value. Choose the FANUC M-710iC/50 for FANUC plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC M-710iC/50 or the Yaskawa GP50?
The GP50 is listed from $45,000 and the M-710iC/50 from $75,000, a difference of $30,000.
Do both carry 50 kg?
Yes.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.03 mm.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are almost equal: 2061 mm and 2050 mm.
How heavy are they?
The M-710iC/50 weighs 560 kg; the GP50 570 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP50 for value. Choose the M-710iC/50 for FANUC plants.
