TARS
TARS is a humanoid robot by TARS Robotics (Beijing/Shanghai), an embodied AI company founded in February 2025. Led by CEO Chen Yilun (former CTO of Huawei's self-driving unit). Features a 21-DoF dexterous robotic hand with integrated vision and tactile sensing. Two models: industrial A Series and general-purpose T Series. Demonstrated capabilities include wire harness assembly, hand embroidery with sub-millimeter precision, and bimanual manipulation. Estimated price ~$95,000 USD.
Primary use case: Ultra-fine manipulation tasks in smart manufacturing and logistics, including wire harness assembly, hand embroidery, and precision industrial automation requiring sub-millimeter dexterity.
Height
167.5 cm
Weight
80 kg
DOF
35
Battery
4 hrs
Price
$95K
Specifications
Physical
Height
167.5 cm
Weight
80 kg
Degrees of Freedom
35
Locomotion
legged
Max Speed
4 km/h
Manipulation
Max Lift/Arm
17.5 kg
Power & Autonomy
Battery Life
4 hrs
Commercial
Price
$95K
Availability
announced
Primary Use Case
Ultra-fine manipulation tasks in smart manufacturing and logistics, including wire harness assembly, hand embroidery, and precision industrial automation requiring sub-millimeter dexterity.
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