
by Kepler Robotics · humanoid · Announced 2024 · Shipped 2025
$20,000
$20,000–$30,000
52-DOF humanoid with 96-sensor fingertips, 2.33 kWh battery, and 8-hour runtime for industrial manipulation.
The Forerunner K2 is a humanoid developed by Kepler Robotics (China), first announced in 2024 (shipping since 2025). It is available for pre-order. Standing 178 cm tall, weighing 85 kg, with 52 degrees of freedom, it can carry payloads up to 15 kg. Performance highlights include a battery runtime of 480 minutes, a 2330 Wh battery pack. The platform is powered by 100 TOPS, equipped with 96 tactile sensors per fingertip, 80+ integrated sensors, vision, IMU. Pricing starts at $20,000 ($20,000–$30,000).
Height
178 cm
Weight
85 kg
DOF
52
Payload
15 kg
Runtime
8h
Max Speed
—
Battery
2330 Wh
Charge Time
60 min
Stairs
Yes
LiDAR
No
Compute
100 TOPS
ROS
None
Last updated: 2025