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The ABB IRB 6700 is a previous-generation heavy-payload industrial robot family built for spot welding, material handling, machine tending, foundry work, automotive production, and large-component automation.

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Payload
150–300 kg by variant
Max Speed
Not publicly specified
Runtime
Continuous; controller powered
Navigation
FlexPendant and RobotStudio
Environment
Indoor industrial; IP67
Best For
Heavy handling & spot welding

OVERVIEW

The ABB IRB 6700 is a previous-generation heavy-payload industrial robot family designed for spot welding, material handling, machine tending, foundry work, automotive production, and large-component automation.

The six-axis family covers variants with payloads up to approximately 300 kg and reaches up to 3.2 m, with standard and LeanID integrated-dressing configurations.

IRB 6700 combines robust mechanics, IP67 protection, optional Foundry Plus, high stiffness, ABB TrueMove and QuickMove motion control, and extensive installed-base service support.

As a previous-generation family, IRB 6700 remains most relevant to existing production lines, used systems, and facilities that need continued support for installed heavy-payload ABB cells.

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APPLICATIONS AND USE CASE FIT

Cleaning
Warehouse transport
Material handling
Inspection
Security / patrol
Delivery / service runs
Palletizing / stacking
Pick and place / sorting
Welding / fabrication
Manufacturing automation
Human interaction / service
Home / personal use

KEY FEATURES

Heavy-payload family

Variants cover demanding automotive, welding, handling, machine-tending, and foundry applications.

Up to 3.2 m reach

Extended working envelopes support large components, body shops, machines, and production lines.

LeanID configurations

Partially integrated process cabling reduces swinging hoses, simulation uncertainty, and dress-pack wear.

IP67 protection

Rugged construction and optional Foundry Plus support harsh industrial and metal-processing environments.

ABB motion control

TrueMove and QuickMove support accurate paths, high speeds, and repeatable production cycles.

Previous generation

Current new-line comparisons should include ABB IRB 6710, 6720, 6730, and 6740 families.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Robot type

Heavy-duty industrial robot arm

Main purpose

Heavy handling & spot welding

Operating environment

Indoor industrial; IP67

Deployment

Legacy; IRB 6710–6740

Payload / load capacity

150–300 kg by variant

Reach

2.6–3.2 m by variant

Mobility

Fixed robotic arm

Manipulation

Heavy grippers & welding guns

Max speed

Not publicly specified

Runtime

Continuous; controller powered

Power source

Electric via IRC5/OmniCore

Navigation / control

FlexPendant and RobotStudio

Sensors

Absolute joint encoders

Dimensions

1,004 × 720 mm base

Weight

1,205–1,540 kg

SUPPLIER

Within 1-2 days
Zurich, Switzerland
Worldwide via local offices and partners
Manufacturer

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much does the ABB IRB 6700 cost? +

The ABB IRB 6700 price does not have one current public list price because it is a previous-generation family and is normally sourced as used, refurbished, installed-base or specially supported equipment. Value depends on the exact 150–300 kg variant, reach, LeanID, controller, hours, service history, process equipment, refurbishment and ABB support. The robot arm is only one part of the investment. A usable industrial robot cell may also require the controller, FlexPendant or operator interface, pedestal, end effector, dress pack, vision, fixtures, safety equipment, PLC and fieldbus integration, guarding, programming, installation, training and production acceptance. Freight, taxes, customs, spare parts and local support can also change the delivered cost.

Before comparing offers, confirm the exact variant, controller generation, condition, included equipment, software licences and service responsibilities. The better buying question is: what is included, what performance is guaranteed, and who supports the complete cell?

You can request ABB IRB 6700 pricing or a complete automation quote through Anton Robots before committing.

Where can I buy the ABB IRB 6700? +

You can request verified used, refurbished, service-supported or installed-base sourcing for the ABB IRB 6700 through Anton Robots. Anton Robots helps industrial buyers verify the genuine commercial route, compare new, used, refurbished or integrator-built packages and determine whether the ABB IRB 6700 matches the payload, reach and process. ABB continues to publish manuals, service resources and selected OmniCore-related support, while its current large-robot portfolio uses newer modular families.

Before buying, confirm the exact robot variant, serial number where applicable, controller, RobotWare version, mounting orientation, environmental protection, end effector, process equipment, safety architecture, shipping, warranty and commissioning. A bare manipulator listing is not the same as a production-ready cell. Professional buyers should compare the total installed system, production target and support route rather than only the lowest displayed robot price.

To start, request ABB IRB 6700 buying or sourcing guidance through Anton Robots.

Where can I find a ABB IRB 6700 for sale? +

You may find an ABB IRB 6700 for sale through ABB partners, system integrators, industrial resellers and existing production fleets. Finding a ABB IRB 6700 for sale is only the first step. Buyers should verify whether the offer is a new supported robot, an integrator package, remaining stock, a used manipulator, a refurbished system or an incomplete arm without the correct controller and software. Confirm the full model code, payload and reach, LeanID configuration, IRC5 or supported controller, hours, gearbox condition, batteries, calibration, dress pack and service eligibility.

A useful comparison should cover the exact payload and reach variant, controller generation, operating hours, maintenance, calibration, batteries, cables, tooling, safety hardware, delivery, commissioning and warranty. Avoid treating a marketplace listing as proof that ABB will support the exact serial number or configuration.

If you are evaluating a ABB IRB 6700, contact Anton Robots. We can also compare it with other robotic arms for the same application.

Can I get a quote for the ABB IRB 6700? +

Yes. You can request an ABB IRB 6700 used-system review or replacement quote through Anton Robots.

A useful quote should identify the exact robot variant, controller, operator interface, RobotWare options, cabling, mounting, protection class, freight, warranty and available support. The quote should compare refurbishment and integration against current IRB 6710–6740 options, including tooling, controller migration and production downtime. The supplier also needs the part weight and dimensions, tool mass and centre of gravity, required reach, cycle time, accuracy, process equipment, floor layout, utilities, communications and safety constraints. This allows the proposal to be based on the real application rather than a generic arm price. Ask for a clear statement of integration scope, production acceptance test, exclusions, delivery milestones and responsibility after commissioning.

Anton Robots can help compare the ABB IRB 6700 against other industrial robot arms and prepare a package around the actual task.

What is included when you buy the ABB IRB 6700? +

A typical ABB IRB 6700 package may include the manipulator, IRC5 or supported controller, FlexPendant, cables, base hardware, RobotWare backup, dress pack and selected process equipment. The exact contents vary by country, controller generation, integrator and application, so buyers should request a written bill of supply:

  • ABB IRB 6700 manipulator and exact variant
  • IRC5 or verified supported controller and FlexPendant
  • RobotWare licences, system backup and calibration data
  • Base, mounting hardware and transport restraints
  • LeanID or external dress pack and process cabling
  • Tool, weld gun, gripper or application equipment
  • Condition report, maintenance history and refurbishment
  • Freight, installation, commissioning and support

A manipulator without its matched controller, licences, calibration data and process equipment may require substantial recovery work. End effectors and integration are especially important. The same robot can be configured for welding, machine tending, palletizing, handling, dispensing or assembly, but each task needs different tooling, fixtures, process equipment and safety validation. A low robot-only price may exclude most of what makes the system productive.

You can request an itemised ABB IRB 6700 package quote through Anton Robots before approving the cell.

What payload and reach variants does the ABB IRB 6700 family offer? +

The IRB 6700 family covers heavy payloads broadly from about 150 kg to 300 kg and reaches from approximately 2.6 m to 3.2 m. ABB produced multiple payload-and-reach combinations, including standard and LeanID versions, for automotive, handling, welding and foundry work. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. A family maximum cannot be applied to every arm, and LeanID or wrist orientation can change usable load.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify the complete type designation, load diagram, tool mass, centre of gravity, reach, wrist torque and mounting arrangement. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Select and price the exact variant, not the IRB 6700 family name.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

Is the ABB IRB 6700 discontinued? +

The IRB 6700 is best treated as a previous-generation or legacy ABB large-robot family. It is not listed in ABB’s current articulated-robot portfolio, while ABB describes the IRB 6710–6740 range as its next-generation replacement platform and continues installed-base documentation and service activities. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. Legacy status does not mean every serial number is unsupported or that no special controller or upgrade route exists.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify current ABB confirmation, serial number, controller, RobotWare, parts horizon, service contract and approved replacement. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Do not market it as a normal current catalogue robot without written ABB confirmation.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

What applications is the ABB IRB 6700 suitable for? +

IRB 6700 was developed for spot welding, large-part handling, machine tending, press work, foundry, automotive assembly and related heavy automation. Its payload, reach, stiffness and environmental options support large grippers, weld guns and components in continuous production. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. The robot is not automatically suitable for machining, collaborative work or every harsh process without the correct option and engineering.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify the payload, process forces, path accuracy, mounting, protection, dress pack, foundation, safety and cycle target. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Use the family where heavy six-axis motion and existing process compatibility create value.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

Can the ABB IRB 6700 use an OmniCore controller? +

ABB publishes an IRB 6700 OmniCore-related offering, but compatibility must be confirmed for the exact manipulator and project. Many installed IRB 6700 systems originally use IRC5, while controller modernisation can potentially extend digital, service and performance capabilities. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. A controller swap is not a simple cabinet exchange because drives, cabling, RobotWare, options, safety, I/O, programs and validation must match.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify serial number, manipulator revision, conversion package, cables, safety, software licences, backups, process interfaces and acceptance testing. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Obtain an ABB-engineered migration scope before budgeting an OmniCore conversion.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

What is LeanID on the ABB IRB 6700? +

LeanID is ABB’s partially integrated dress-pack arrangement. It routes process cables and hoses closer to or partly inside the upper arm, reducing uncontrolled cable movement and improving simulation and access. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. LeanID can affect payload, routing, maintenance and compatibility with specific weld guns or tools.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify the exact LeanID type, payload reduction, cable package, bend radius, application media, spare hoses and offline model. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Use LeanID when predictable dress-pack behaviour and longer cable life justify the configuration.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

Is the ABB IRB 6700 suitable for harsh and foundry environments? +

Yes, IRB 6700 configurations include IP67 protection and optional Foundry Plus features. These options support exposure to dust, metal processing, coolants and demanding automotive or foundry conditions. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. IP67 does not approve every chemical, high-pressure wash, explosive atmosphere or poorly sealed third-party tool.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify the exact protection option, process fluid, temperature, tool sealing, connectors, cleaning method, maintenance and warranty. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Specify the complete environmental requirement, not only the base robot rating.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

Should I buy an ABB IRB 6700 or a newer IRB 6710–6740 robot? +

Choose IRB 6700 mainly for installed-base compatibility and choose IRB 6710–6740 for a new large-robot project. The newer modular families use OmniCore, offer more standardised variants and are promoted with improved energy efficiency, accuracy and integration. The practical result depends on the exact variant, controller, payload centre of gravity, tool, mounting position, process and cell design rather than the headline specification alone. A replacement may require new foundations, tooling, simulation, programs, safety validation and line downtime.

Before buying or integrating the robot, verify payload, reach, footprint, tool, controller, cycle time, energy, parts, migration, price and production risk. A proper evaluation should use RobotStudio simulation, load diagrams, the real parts and tools, representative cycle testing and a documented safety assessment. Compare the complete retrofit or greenfield project rather than robot purchase prices alone.

You can request ABB IRB 6700 application advice through Anton Robots and compare the complete cell or a more suitable current ABB alternative.

Can the ABB IRB 6700 be shipped internationally? +

A verified ABB IRB 6700 can be shipped internationally as heavy industrial equipment. Industrial robot delivery depends on the destination country, robot condition, controller, freight method, export rules, customs and local service coverage. Its mass, controller cabinet, transport locks, lifting points and foundation loads require specialist rigging, packing and installation.

Before ordering, confirm who disconnects, preserves, packs, lifts, insures, imports, installs, anchors, reconnects, calibrates and recommissions the system. Used robots should be shipped with transport restraints, controller cabinets, FlexPendant, cables, backups and maintenance records. A robot that can physically be transported is not necessarily supported or ready for production in another country.

You can request international availability for the ABB IRB 6700 through Anton Robots so the complete delivery and commissioning route can be checked. Buyers should obtain written confirmation of these points before approving a budget, purchase order, integration project, or production deployment.

Is the ABB IRB 6700 in stock and how long does delivery take? +

ABB IRB 6700 availability and lead time can change according to model status, variant, controller, options, integrator capacity and destination. Availability comes from existing fleets, industrial resellers, refurbishment inventory and exceptional supported configurations rather than ABB’s current standard catalogue.

Before committing to a production date, ask whether the robot is factory ordered, remaining stock, used, refurbished or already allocated, and whether the controller, tooling, safety system and integration resources share the same schedule. Cell design, RobotStudio simulation, manufacturing of fixtures, software, factory acceptance testing, freight, installation and site acceptance often take longer than obtaining the arm itself.

You can request current ABB IRB 6700 availability and project lead time through Anton Robots. Buyers should obtain written confirmation of these points before approving a budget, purchase order, integration project, or production deployment.

What warranty and support should I check for the ABB IRB 6700? +

Before buying the ABB IRB 6700, check the warranty or refurbishment guarantee, covered components, service territory, repair process, software entitlement, spare-parts availability and who supports the integrated cell. Require serial-number verification, gearbox and motor inspection, battery replacement, calibration evidence, controller backup and a written spare-parts and service plan. Ask:

  • Is the manipulator, controller, FlexPendant and process equipment covered?
  • Who handles diagnostics, calibration, repairs and replacement parts?
  • Are RobotWare licences, backups and RobotStudio files transferred?
  • Are preventive maintenance, grease, batteries and dress packs included?
  • Who supports the gripper, welder, vision, PLC and safety system?
  • What response time and production-recovery commitment is provided?

For a legacy robot, serial-number support and spare-parts horizon are primary buying criteria. Contact Anton Robots to review the complete package. Buyers should obtain written confirmation of these points before approving a budget, purchase order, integration project, or production deployment.

Is the ABB IRB 6700 worth buying? +

The ABB IRB 6700 is worth considering if you need compatibility with an existing IRB 6700 line, tooling, program, track, weld gun or validated process. Its strongest value comes from its broad heavy-payload range, large reach, robust installed base, LeanID options and proven automotive and foundry use.

However, a robot arm only creates value when the task, tool, fixture, controller, safety design, cycle time and support are correctly engineered. For a new line, the modular OmniCore-powered IRB 6710–6740 families generally provide a clearer efficiency, accuracy and lifecycle roadmap.

Buyers should compare total installed cost, expected throughput, quality, uptime, maintenance, energy, changeover and remaining product life rather than only payload and purchase price. For a legacy unit, a low acquisition cost can be outweighed by integration, batteries, calibration, parts and downtime risk. Compare other robotic arms and request application advice through Anton Robots.

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