FANUC R-1000iA/80F vs Yaskawa GP88: 80–88 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC R-1000iA/80F and the Yaskawa Motoman GP88 are direct competitors: six-axis robots with about 2.23 m reach, ±0.03 mm and about 625 kg of arm. The GP88 carries 8 kg more and is listed about 40% lower.
Quick verdict. The Yaskawa GP88 is the better value for 80–88 kg handling and machine tending, with a listed price $34,000 lower. The FANUC R-1000iA/80F is the better choice for FANUC plants and spot welding or sealing.
R-1000iA/80F and GP88 at a glance
The FANUC R-1000iA/80F carries 80 kg over 2230 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 620 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The Yaskawa Motoman GP88 carries 88 kg over 2236 mm, repeats to ±0.03 mm, weighs 630 kg and runs on the YRC1000 controller.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC R-1000iA/80F | Yaskawa Motoman GP88 |
Brand | FANUC | Yaskawa Motoman |
Listed price | $84,000 | $50,000 |
Payload | 80 kg | 88 kg |
Reach | 2230 mm | 2236 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.03 mm | ±0.03 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 620 kg | 630 kg |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | YRC1000 |
Price comparison
FANUC R-1000iA/80F: listed from $84,000
Yaskawa GP88: listed from $50,000
Difference: $34,000
The GP88 costs roughly 40% less
Same class
Reach is 2230 mm and 2236 mm, repeatability ±0.03 mm each, arm weight 620 kg and 630 kg. The GP88 carries 88 kg, 8 kg more, for heavier grippers or parts.
Mounting and processes
The R-1000iA/80F mounts on the floor or upside-down; the GP88 on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted. FANUC lists the R-1000iA family for handling, assembly, sealing and spot welding; Yaskawa positions the GP88 for handling, machine tending and assembly.
Controllers
FANUC runs the R-1000iA/80F on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus. Yaskawa runs the GP88 on the YRC1000. With near-identical specs, the controller family and the price usually decide.
Best applications for the R-1000iA/80F
Handling in FANUC plants
Sealing and spot welding
Inverted installations
Best applications for the Yaskawa GP88
88 kg machine tending
Heavy part handling
Wall or ceiling installations
R-1000iA/80F advantages
±0.03 mm repeatability
FANUC ecosystem
R-1000iA/80F limitations
About $34,000 higher listed price
80 kg payload
Yaskawa GP88 advantages
About 40% lower listed price
88 kg payload
Wall and ceiling mounting
Yaskawa GP88 limitations
630 kg arm
Final verdict
Choose the Yaskawa GP88 for value. Choose the FANUC R-1000iA/80F for FANUC plants.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC R-1000iA/80F or the Yaskawa GP88?
The GP88 is listed from $50,000 and the R-1000iA/80F from $84,000, a difference of $34,000.
Which robot carries more?
The GP88 carries 88 kg; the R-1000iA/80F 80 kg.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.03 mm.
Which robot has the longer reach?
They are almost equal: 2236 mm and 2230 mm.
How heavy are they?
The R-1000iA/80F weighs 620 kg; the GP88 630 kg.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the GP88 for value. Choose the R-1000iA/80F for FANUC plants.
