Yaskawa Motoman GP165R Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 165 kg Industrial Robot
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The Yaskawa Motoman GP165R is a 6-axis industrial robot with a maximum payload of 165 kg, a reach of 3140 mm and ±0.05 mm repeatability, listed from USD 61,000. This review covers its full specifications, design, programming options, applications and price, so you can decide whether it fits your automation project.
Quick Verdict
The Yaskawa Motoman GP165R is a six-axis shelf-mounted handling robot with a 165 kg payload, a 3140 mm horizontal reach and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm. It is designed for die casting, machine tending, press tending, part transfer, material removal and other handling tasks where the robot works from an elevated position above the machine. The robot weighs 1760 kg and has a vertical reach of 4782 mm. It runs on the Yaskawa YRC1000 controller. It is listed from USD 61,000.
Yaskawa Motoman GP165R at a Glance
Maximum payload: 165 kg
Reach: 3140 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Weight: 1760 kg
Controller: YRC1000
Price: from USD 61,000
Yaskawa Motoman GP165R Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman GP165R |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | GP165R |
Robot type | 6-axis industrial robot |
Maximum payload | 165 kg |
Reach | 3140 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Controller | YRC1000 |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, CC-Link, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, AS-Interface, OPC UA, 2 Ethernet ports, 40 digital inputs / 40 digital outputs |
Starting price | From USD 61,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 axes
Max. payload 165 kg
Horizontal reach 3140 mm
Vertical reach 4782 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Mass 1760 kg
Installation shelf
Controller YRC1000
Design and Build Quality

The GP165R belongs to the Motoman GP-series. Published build data: mass 1760 kg; installation shelf.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The GP165R runs on the YRC1000 controller and is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language. Yaskawa's MotoSim software is available for offline programming and simulation.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, CC-Link, EtherCAT, Modbus TCP, AS-Interface, OPC UA, 2 Ethernet ports and 40 digital inputs / 40 digital outputs.
Yaskawa Motoman GP165R Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the GP165R are material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Material handling

A 165 kg maximum payload and a 3140 mm reach let the GP165R move parts between stations, fixtures and conveyors.
Machine tending
The GP165R loads and unloads machine tools, presses and moulding machines within its 3140 mm reach.
Assembly
Repeatability of ±0.05 mm supports fitting, inserting and fastening parts in assembly cells.
Yaskawa Motoman GP165R Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman GP165R is listed from USD 61,000 on All Things Cobots. The controller, end effectors, safety equipment and integration affect the final price and are quoted separately. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.
Pros and Cons
Pros
165 kg maximum payload with a 3140 mm reach
±0.05 mm repeatability
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
Needs safety fencing or equivalent safeguarding
The 165 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R?
The Yaskawa Motoman GP165R fits manufacturers that need an industrial robot of this size for handling, machine tending and assembly.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman GP165R product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman GP165R FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman GP165R is listed from USD 61,000 on All Things Cobots. The price is indicative and may change, and it does not include end effectors, safety equipment or integration.
What is the payload and reach of the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R?
The GP165R has a maximum payload of 165 kg and a reach of 3140 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R?
Its published repeatability is ±0.05 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R have?
The GP165R has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R programmed?
It is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language, and MotoSim is available for offline programming and simulation.
Which controller does the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R use?
It runs on the YRC1000 controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R weigh?
Published mass 1760 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R be mounted?
Published installation options: shelf.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman GP165R used for?
Typical applications are material handling, machine tending, assembly, packaging, inspection and dispensing.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.





