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Universal Robots UR12e
Payload
12.5 kg
Reach
1300 mm
Axes
6
Repeatability
±0.05 mm
Max Speed
4 m/s
Weight
33.5 kg
2026 US distributor listings · Updated 2026-07
Universal Robots does not publish list prices. A US distributor listed the UR12e at $44,636 for the arm + controller in 2026; quotes run to roughly $58,000 before tooling and integration.
About the Universal Robots UR12e
The UR12e is the renamed UR10e — Universal Robots' best-selling industrial cobot, carried into the 2026 e-Series lineup with the same 12.5kg payload, 1300mm reach, and ±0.05mm repeatability. Only the badge changed, so cells qualified on a UR10e need no requalification. At around $44,600 it sits well above the obvious Chinese rival, the DOBOT CR10A at $33,380, which gives up 2.5kg of payload at the same 1300mm reach but improves on repeatability. For palletizing and machine tending where the integrator ecosystem matters more than the spec sheet, the UR12e remains the default specification.
Full Specifications
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Payload | 12.5 kg |
| Reach | 1300 mm |
| Axes | 6 |
| Repeatability | 0.05 mm |
| Max Speed | 4 m/s |
| Weight | 33.5 kg |
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +12.5kg payload at 1300mm reach
- +4 m/s max TCP speed
- +Universal Robots' best-selling industrial cobot
- +Largest cobot ecosystem and integrator network
- +Identical specs to the UR10e it renames — no requalification needed
Cons
- −Roughly $11,000 more than a DOBOT CR10A for 2.5kg more payload
- −±0.05mm repeatability trails the ±0.02-0.03mm of several Chinese rivals
- −No published list price; quoted through distributors
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Pricing Details
Universal Robots does not publish list prices. A US distributor listed the UR12e at $44,636 for the arm + controller in 2026; quotes run to roughly $58,000 before tooling and integration.
Note: Universal Robots does not publish list prices. A US distributor listed the UR12e at $44,636 for the arm + controller in 2026; quotes run to roughly $58,000 before tooling and integration.
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UR12e — frequently asked questions
How much does the Universal Robots UR12e cost?
The Universal Robots UR12e costs ~$44,636–$58,000 (2026 US distributor listings, updated 2026-07).
What are the key specs of the UR12e?
The Universal Robots UR12e offers a 12.5 kg payload, 1300 mm reach, and ±0.05 mm repeatability across 6 axes.
Is the UR12e certified (CE / UL / ISO)?
Yes — the Universal Robots UR12e carries CE, UL, and ISO 13849-1 certifications.
What is the UR12e best for?
The Universal Robots UR12e is best suited for palletizing, machine tending, heavy assembly, and packaging.
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