Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP Review: Specs, Price and Applications of the 20 kg Collaborative Robot
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The Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a maximum payload of 20 kg, a reach of 1700 mm and ±0.05 mm repeatability, listed from USD 50,000. 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 HC20DTP is a 6-axis collaborative robot with a maximum payload of 20 kg, a horizontal reach of 1700 mm and a repeatability of ±0.05 mm. The arm weighs 140 kg and is installed on the floor, wall, ceiling or tilted, and it runs on the YRC1000 or YRC1000micro controller. It is listed from USD 50,000.
Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP at a Glance
Maximum payload: 20 kg
Reach: 1700 mm
Axes: 6
Repeatability: ±0.05 mm
Weight: 140 kg
Controller: YRC1000 / YRC1000micro
Price: from USD 50,000
Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP Technical Specifications
The table below lists the published specifications of the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP.
Specification | Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP |
Manufacturer | Yaskawa Motoman |
Model | HC20DTP |
Robot type | 6-axis collaborative robot |
Maximum payload | 20 kg |
Reach | 1700 mm |
Axes | 6 |
Repeatability | ±0.05 mm |
Controller | YRC1000 / YRC1000micro |
Interfaces | EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP, Ethernet |
Certifications | ISO 13849-1, ISO/TS 15066, IP67, NSF H1 food-grade grease |
Starting price | From USD 50,000 |
Detailed Technical Data
6 controlled axes
Max. payload 20 kg
Horizontal reach 1700 mm
Repeatability ±0.05 mm
Mass 140 kg
Installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Controller YRC1000 / YRC1000micro
Design and Build Quality

The HC20DTP belongs to the Motoman HC-series. Published build data: mass 140 kg; installation floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
Programming and Software
INFORM and MotoSim
The HC20DTP runs on the YRC1000 / YRC1000micro controller and is programmed from the teach pendant in Yaskawa's INFORM language. Yaskawa's MotoSim software is available for offline programming and simulation. HC-series robots also support hand-guided teaching.
Industrial Communication
Published interfaces are EtherNet/IP, PROFINET, PROFIBUS, DeviceNet, Modbus TCP and Ethernet.
Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP Applications and Use Cases
Typical applications for the HC20DTP are collaborative machine tending, palletizing, handling and welding.
Collaborative machine tending

The HC20DTP is used for collaborative machine tending within its 20 kg payload and 1700 mm reach.
Palletizing
The HC20DTP stacks cases, bags and crates onto pallets, lifting up to 20 kg including the gripper.
Handling
The HC20DTP is used for handling within its 20 kg payload and 1700 mm reach.
Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP Price and Value
The Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP is listed from USD 50,000 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
20 kg maximum payload with a 1700 mm reach
±0.05 mm repeatability
Several installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted
Collaborative design for work near people, subject to a risk assessment
Wide choice of industrial fieldbus interfaces
Cons
The 20 kg maximum payload includes the end effector
End effectors, safety equipment and integration are quoted separately
Who Should Buy the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP?
The Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP fits manufacturers that want a robot working near people without full fencing, subject to a risk assessment.
See the full Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP product listing on All Things Cobots.
Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP FAQ
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP cost?
The Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP is listed from USD 50,000 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 HC20DTP?
The HC20DTP has a maximum payload of 20 kg and a reach of 1700 mm.
How accurate is the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP?
Its published repeatability is ±0.05 mm.
How many axes does the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP have?
The HC20DTP has 6 axes.
How is the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP 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 HC20DTP use?
It runs on the YRC1000 / YRC1000micro controller.
How much does the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP weigh?
Published mass 140 kg.
How can the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP be mounted?
Published installation options: floor, wall, ceiling, tilted.
Is the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP a collaborative robot?
Yes. The HC20DTP is a collaborative robot. Every collaborative application still needs its own risk assessment.
What is the Yaskawa Motoman HC20DTP used for?
Typical applications are collaborative machine tending, palletizing, handling and welding.
Specifications and prices are based on manufacturer and distributor information. Prices are indicative, are not final and may change.





