FANUC R-2000iC/210F vs ABB IRB 6790: 210 kg Robot Comparison
The FANUC R-2000iC/210F and the ABB IRB 6790 are close in payload, reach and price. The difference is the environment: the IRB 6790 carries IP69 and Foundry Prime 3 protection for high-pressure parts washing. The R-2000iC/210F is a general heavy robot for handling, spot welding and press work, listed about 5% lower.
Quick verdict. The FANUC R-2000iC/210F is the better choice for general heavy handling, spot welding and press-to-press work, with a listed price $5,000 lower. The ABB IRB 6790 is the better choice for washing and deburring castings in wet, harsh cells.
R-2000iC/210F and IRB 6790 at a glance
The FANUC R-2000iC/210F carries 210 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 6790 carries 235 kg over 2650 mm or 205 kg over 2800 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, carries IP69 protection with Foundry Prime 3 and runs on IRC5.
Main specification comparison
Specification | FANUC R-2000iC/210F | ABB IRB 6790 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $100,000 | $105,000 |
Payload | 210 kg | 205–235 kg |
Reach | 2655 mm | 2650–2800 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 1090 kg | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) or R-30iB Mate Plus | ABB IRC5 |
Price comparison
FANUC R-2000iC/210F: listed from $100,000
ABB IRB 6790: listed from $105,000
Difference: $5,000
The R-2000iC/210F costs roughly 5% less
Environment
The IRB 6790 holds engine blocks, cylinder heads and other castings in front of high-pressure jets to clean and deburr them, and its IP69 / Foundry Prime 3 protection is designed for that. The R-2000iC/210F is a general industrial robot for body shops, press lines and machine tending.
Payload, reach and precision
The envelopes are nearly the same: 210 kg over 2655 mm for the FANUC, 235 kg over 2650 mm or 205 kg over 2800 mm for the ABB. Both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability, so the choice comes down to application and environment rather than numbers.
Applications and installation
FANUC lists handling, assembly, sealing, spot welding, press-to-press handling and deburring for the R-2000iC/210F, which weighs 1090 kg and mounts on the floor. ABB targets the IRB 6790 at parts washing and material handling in wet and harsh environments, on the IRC5 controller.
Best applications for the R-2000iC/210F
Spot welding
Press-to-press handling
Heavy machine tending
Best applications for the ABB IRB 6790
High-pressure parts washing
Deburring of castings
Wet and harsh environments
R-2000iC/210F advantages
About 5% lower listed price
Wide process range
R-2000iC/210F limitations
Not built for washing cells
ABB IRB 6790 advantages
IP69 and Foundry Prime 3
235 kg version
ABB IRB 6790 limitations
About $5,000 higher listed price
Specialized for harsh environments
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC R-2000iC/210F for general heavy work. Choose the ABB IRB 6790 for parts washing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC R-2000iC/210F or the ABB IRB 6790?
The R-2000iC/210F is listed from $100,000 and the IRB 6790 from $105,000, a difference of $5,000.
Which robot is built for washing cells?
The IRB 6790, with IP69 protection and Foundry Prime 3.
Which robot carries more?
The IRB 6790 offers 235 kg; the R-2000iC/210F carries 210 kg.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The IRB 6790-205 reaches 2800 mm; the R-2000iC/210F 2655 mm.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the R-2000iC/210F for general heavy work. Choose the IRB 6790 for washing.
