Unitree R1 Basic Humanoid Robot (R1 Basic)
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- BRAND:
- UNITREE ROBOTICS
- MODEL:
- R1 BASIC
- ORIGIN:
- China
- Warranty:
- 8 MONTHS
- AVAILABILITY:
- SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY
- SKU:
- Unitree-Robotics-R1-Basic
Unitree R1 Basic Humanoid Robot (R1 Basic)
A gymnast does not carry a toolbox onto the mat. She arrives to perform, and everything else stays behind. The Unitree R1 Basic Humanoid Robot (R1 Basic) follows the same idea: a humanoid built around athletic movement, with the developer tools, the hands and the head joints left off the specification.
The product is available through this page, by quotation.
Background
Unitree and the R1 family
Unitree Robotics is known for legged and humanoid machines that move with a physical confidence few competitors show. The R1 is its compact humanoid, and it is sold in several configurations that share one body and differ in what is added to it. The family includes R1 Basic, R1 Edu Standard, R1 Edu Smart and four R1 Edu Pro versions, labeled A through D.
The family is easiest to read as a ladder. At the bottom is the Basic, with the lightest equipment. Further up are the Edu versions, which are aimed at people who want to develop on the platform. The Basic is the starting rung, and it is deliberately not a development kit.
Where the R1 Basic sits
The R1 Basic is the most affordable configuration. It has no development tools and is meant for entry use, exhibition, and real-machine validation for sports and competition. In practice, it is the version you buy when the robot itself is the attraction.
What the Basic keeps is the athletic ability of the platform. It handles dynamic motions such as cartwheels, handstand walking, boxing and running. It is centered on preset standard motions, remote operation and software updates over the internet. For a buyer who wants to see these motions on a real machine, that focus is the point of the product.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | R1 Basic |
|---|---|
| Dimensions L x W x H (standing) | 1210x357x190mm |
| Weight (with battery) | About 25 kg |
| Total degrees of freedom | 24 |
| Head DOF | Not Supported |
| Waist DOF | 2 |
| Arm DOF | 5 |
| Leg DOF | 6 |
| Calf + thigh length | 675mm |
| Hands | None; the R1 Basic comes without hands |
| Battery | 6,000mAh / 194.4Wh / 37.8V quick-release lithium battery |
| Operating time | Roughly 1 hour |
| Charging time | About 1 hour |
| Main CPU | 8-core high-performance processor |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Microphone array | 4-mic array |
| Cooling system | Local air cooling |
| Development tools | Not supported |
| In the box | Robot x1, battery x1, charger x1, joystick x1 |
Specifications as published by the manufacturer; confirmed against the datasheet at quotation.
The manufacturer has not published the joint torque, the IP rating, the maximum walking speed, the charger input rating, the operating temperature range or the camera resolution; they are confirmed at quotation.
What makes the R1 Basic different from the other R1 versions?
The difference is mostly about what is absent, and that is intentional. The R1 Basic has no development tools, so there is no programming workflow to learn and no software kit to set up. The robot is operated through its preset standard motions and by remote operation, and it receives software updates over the internet. For many buyers that is a plus, because they can start working with the machine as soon as the battery is in.
It also comes without hands. That suits demos and competition use that leverage the robot's athletic performance. A robot that is meant to run, box and cartwheel does not need fingers to do so. If your project does need hands, look at the versions that carry them. The Unitree R1 Edu Pro C Humanoid Robot with BrainCo Revo 2 Basic Dexterous Hands (R1 EDU U5) and the Unitree R1 Edu Pro D Humanoid Robot with BrainCo Revo 2 Touch Dexterous Hands (R1 EDU U6) are named for their dexterous hands.
Head movement is another point. The head DOF is listed as not supported. The 24 degrees of freedom are shared among the waist (2), the arms (5) and the legs (6).
Is the R1 Basic a good fit for competition and exhibition work?
Yes. The R1 Basic is positioned for exhibition and for real-machine validation in sports and competition. The motions it handles, cartwheels, handstand walking, boxing and running, are the kind that draw a crowd and also test a robot's balance and structure.
Practical details matter at an event. The quick-release lithium battery is rated at 6,000mAh, 194.4Wh and 37.8V. The operating time is roughly 1 hour, and charging takes about 1 hour as well. A planner can therefore think in one-hour blocks. The robot weighs about 25 kg with its battery and stands 1210x357x190mm.
The package includes the robot, one battery, one charger and one joystick. The joystick fits the control approach of the Basic, which relies on remote operation. For wireless connections the robot offers Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and an 8-core processor runs the onboard systems. A 4-mic array is also listed. Local air cooling is the cooling method.
Who is the R1 Basic for?
The first group is exhibitors and demonstration teams. If your stand, showroom or event needs a humanoid that can perform athletic motions in front of an audience, the Basic is built for that. It needs no programming staff on site, since it works from preset standard motions and remote operation.
The second group is sports and competition teams. The positioning includes real-machine validation for sports and competition, which means testing athletic performance on actual hardware rather than relying on description alone.
The third group is entry-level buyers who want a first humanoid and are not yet ready for software development. A school, a club or a small business can start with the Basic, learn how a humanoid behaves, and decide later whether a more capable version is worth it.
Buyers who need to write their own software, add hands or build research work on the robot should look higher in the family. The Unitree R1 Edu Pro A Humanoid Robot (R1 EDU U3) and the Unitree R1 Edu Pro B Humanoid Robot (R1 EDU U4) are the Edu Pro versions to compare.
What is the R1 Basic used for?
- Exhibitions and trade shows. The robot gives a stand a moving, athletic centerpiece that visitors remember.
- Public demonstrations. Its preset standard motions and joystick control let a presenter show running, boxing and other motions without a coding session.
- Sports and competition validation. Teams can test athletic behavior on a real machine instead of judging from videos alone.
- Entry-level introduction to humanoids. A first robot lets a school, club or company see how a humanoid moves and is handled.
- Remote operation practice. The robot is centered on remote operation, so operators can build their control skills with the joystick.
- Showcasing athletic motion. Cartwheels and handstand walking show what a compact humanoid can do physically, which helps in education and promotion.
Pricing and Availability
We do not list prices on this page. Quotation is the way to buy: send us your request for the R1 Basic, tell us how many units you need and where they are going, and we will prepare an offer. Delivery, customs and support are arranged with the quotation, so you see the whole picture before you commit. The Unitree R1 Basic Humanoid Robot (R1 Basic) is available on this page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the R1 Basic come with hands?
No. The R1 Basic comes without hands and suits demos and competition use that rely on its athletic performance.
Can I write my own software for the R1 Basic?
No. The R1 Basic does not support development tools. It is centered on preset standard motions, remote operation and software updates over the internet.
How long does the battery last?
The quick-release lithium battery is 6,000mAh, 194.4Wh and 37.8V. The operating time is roughly 1 hour, and charging takes about 1 hour as well.
What is included in the box?
The package contains one robot, one battery, one charger and one joystick.
What size and weight is the robot?
It measures 1210x357x190mm standing and weighs about 25 kg with the battery. It has 24 degrees of freedom in total.
What is the IP rating or the walking speed?
Neither the IP rating nor the maximum walking speed is listed for this robot. Ask us when you request your offer.
Where can I buy the R1 Basic and what does it cost?
You can buy the Unitree R1 Basic Humanoid Robot (R1 Basic) through this page by requesting a quotation. We do not print prices here; the offer is prepared for your quantity and destination.
Summary
The gymnast does not need a toolbox, and the R1 Basic does not carry one. It offers 24 degrees of freedom, a quick-release 194.4Wh battery, Wi-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5.2, and the athletic motions Unitree is known for, in a package of about 25 kg. It leaves out hands, head joints and development tools, and that is why it is the most affordable configuration in the family. If your goal is to exhibit, demonstrate or validate athletic performance on a real machine, this page is the starting point.
