FANUC R-2000iC/165F vs ABB IRB 660: Heavy-Payload Robot Comparison
The FANUC R-2000iC/165F and the ABB IRB 660 handle similar loads for different jobs. The R-2000iC/165F is a six-axis robot for handling, spot welding and press-to-press work. The IRB 660 is a four-axis palletizer with 3150 mm reach and a listed price about a fifth lower.
Quick verdict. The ABB IRB 660 is the better choice for palletizing, with 180 or 250 kg over 3150 mm and a listed price $20,000 lower. The FANUC R-2000iC/165F is the better choice when parts must be oriented, with six axes for spot welding, press tending and deburring.
R-2000iC/165F and IRB 660 at a glance
The FANUC R-2000iC/165F carries 165 kg over 2655 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 1090 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus controller.
The ABB IRB 660 carries 180 or 250 kg over 3150 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm and runs on IRC5 or OmniCore. It is a four-axis palletizing robot.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC R-2000iC/165F | ABB IRB 660 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $95,000 | $75,000 |
Payload | 165 kg | 180–250 kg |
Reach | 2655 mm | 3150 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 4 |
Arm weight | 1090 kg | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | ABB IRC5 or OmniCore |
Price comparison
FANUC R-2000iC/165F: listed from $95,000
ABB IRB 660: listed from $75,000
Difference: $20,000
The IRB 660 costs roughly 21% less
Six axes against four
The R-2000iC/165F has six axes, so it can tilt and rotate heavy parts for spot welding, press-to-press handling, sealing and deburring. The IRB 660 uses four axes and keeps its gripper level, which suits stacking and makes it a simpler, dedicated palletizer.
Payload and reach
The IRB 660 carries 180 or 250 kg over 3150 mm, more load and about 500 mm more reach than the 165 kg over 2655 mm of the R-2000iC/165F. That lets one IRB 660 serve several conveyors and pallets. Both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability.
Installation and controllers
The R-2000iC/165F weighs 1090 kg, mounts on the floor and runs on the R-30iB Plus or R-30iB Mate Plus. ABB runs the IRB 660 on IRC5 or OmniCore.
Best applications for the R-2000iC/165F
Spot welding
Press-to-press handling
Heavy part handling and deburring
Best applications for the ABB IRB 660
Palletizing up to 250 kg
Multi-line palletizing
Depalletizing
R-2000iC/165F advantages
Six axes
Wide process range
R-2000iC/165F limitations
About $20,000 higher listed price
2655 mm reach
ABB IRB 660 advantages
About 21% lower listed price
180 or 250 kg over 3150 mm
ABB IRB 660 limitations
Four axes only
Final verdict
Choose the ABB IRB 660 for palletizing. Choose the FANUC R-2000iC/165F for six-axis heavy handling and spot welding.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC R-2000iC/165F or the ABB IRB 660?
The IRB 660 is listed from $75,000 and the R-2000iC/165F from $95,000, a difference of $20,000.
How many axes do they have?
The R-2000iC/165F has six axes; the IRB 660 four.
Which robot carries more?
The IRB 660 carries 180 or 250 kg; the R-2000iC/165F 165 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The IRB 660 reaches 3150 mm; the R-2000iC/165F 2655 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the IRB 660 for palletizing. Choose the R-2000iC/165F for six-axis work.
