FANUC R-2000iC/210L vs ABB IRB 6790: Heavy Robot Comparison
The FANUC R-2000iC/210L and the ABB IRB 6790 are close in payload and price. The R-2000iC/210L reaches 3100 mm for large presses and fixtures. The IRB 6790 is listed about 3% lower and carries IP69 and Foundry Prime 3 protection for high-pressure parts washing.
Quick verdict. The FANUC R-2000iC/210L is the better choice for long-reach heavy handling and spot welding, with 3100 mm reach. The ABB IRB 6790 is the better choice for washing and deburring castings in wet cells, with IP69 protection and a listed price $3,000 lower.
R-2000iC/210L and IRB 6790 at a glance
The FANUC R-2000iC/210L carries 210 kg over 3100 mm, repeats to ±0.05 mm, weighs 1350 kg and runs on the R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) 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/210L | ABB IRB 6790 |
Brand | FANUC | ABB |
Listed price | $108,000 | $105,000 |
Payload | 210 kg | 205–235 kg |
Reach | 3100 mm | 2650–2800 mm |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm | ±0.05 mm |
Axes | 6 | 6 |
Arm weight | 1350 kg | Not specified |
Controller | R-30iB Plus (A- or B-cabinet) | ABB IRC5 |
Price comparison
FANUC R-2000iC/210L: listed from $108,000
ABB IRB 6790: listed from $105,000
Difference: $3,000
The IRB 6790 costs roughly 3% less
Reach
The R-2000iC/210L reaches 3100 mm, 300 mm beyond the longest IRB 6790. That lets it serve large presses, long fixtures and wide conveyors from one position. The IRB 6790 trades reach for a 235 kg option at 2650 mm.
Environment
The IRB 6790 is built for high-pressure parts washing: it holds engine blocks and cylinder heads in front of jets to clean and deburr them, with IP69 and Foundry Prime 3 protection. The R-2000iC/210L is a general industrial robot for body shops, press lines and machine tending.
Precision and installation
Both publish ±0.05 mm repeatability. The R-2000iC/210L weighs 1350 kg, mounts on the floor and runs on the R-30iB Plus; ABB runs the IRB 6790 on IRC5.
Best applications for the R-2000iC/210L
Long-reach press handling
Spot welding
Large machine tending
Best applications for the ABB IRB 6790
High-pressure parts washing
Deburring of castings
Wet and harsh environments
R-2000iC/210L advantages
3100 mm reach
Press-to-press handling
R-2000iC/210L limitations
About $3,000 higher listed price
Not built for washing cells
ABB IRB 6790 advantages
IP69 and Foundry Prime 3
235 kg version
ABB IRB 6790 limitations
Up to 2800 mm reach
Final verdict
Choose the FANUC R-2000iC/210L for long reach. Choose the ABB IRB 6790 for parts washing.
Sources and further reading
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the FANUC R-2000iC/210L or the ABB IRB 6790?
The IRB 6790 is listed from $105,000 and the R-2000iC/210L from $108,000, a difference of $3,000.
Which robot has the longer reach?
The R-2000iC/210L reaches 3100 mm; the IRB 6790 up to 2800 mm.
Which robot carries more?
The IRB 6790 offers 235 kg; the R-2000iC/210L carries 210 kg.
Which robot is built for washing cells?
The IRB 6790, with IP69 protection and Foundry Prime 3.
Which robot is more precise?
Both publish ±0.05 mm.
Which robot should I buy?
Choose the R-2000iC/210L for long reach. Choose the IRB 6790 for washing.
