Unitree / Humanoid platform

R1

A lightweight humanoid platform with articulated arms, legs, waist and head. A hands-on entry into advanced robotics.

Three views of a Unitree R1 robot during a construction-site trial with an added camera system. — Nossa / PR TIMESR1 in a Nossa field trial. The added camera and application are not included with the standard robot.

A closer look

Humanoid platform · Robotics teams, Advanced enthusiasts

A job worth doing.

From the manufacturer

The useful details.

Standing height: 1,230 mm
Weight with battery: About 29 kg (R1)
Joint degrees of freedom: 26 (R1)
Battery life: About 1 hour

Manufacturer-listed specifications, checked 10 October 2026. Figures can depend on configuration and test conditions.

Before you choose.

These facts describe R1, not the 20-joint R1 Air or configurable R1 EDU.
Check development access with Unitree; research software and demonstrated applications are not automatically included.
This is not a general household helper. It requires a controlled workspace and the manufacturer’s operating precautions.

Follow the evidence

Straight from the source.

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