Tesla Optimus Gen 3 - humanoid robot showcasing advanced features and capabilities
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Tesla Optimus Gen 3 Humanoid Robot

Tesla Optimus Gen 3 is a general-purpose humanoid robot in mass production at Tesla's Fremont factory. Featuring 28 structural actuators and 50 actuators per hand for unprecedented dexterity, it uses Tesla's Autopilot AI for autonomous navigation. With a 2.3 kWh battery providing 10-12 hours of runtime, Gen 3 is deployed internally with a target of $30K for limited external sales in late 2026.

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Starting from$30,000

AI Summary

The Tesla Optimus Gen 3 is a humanoid robot. It weighs 57 kg. Can carry payloads up to 20 kg. Key features: Human-like movement, Advanced hand dexterity, AI-powered navigation. Starting price: $30,000.

Weight
57 kg
Max Payload
20 kg
humanoidHuman-like movement

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General Info

Manufacturer / BrandTesla
Model NameOptimus Gen 3
Weight57 kg
Dimensions
Standing: 173 cm (5 ft 8 in)
Folded: N/A

Key Features

28 structural actuators granting human-like movement
50 actuators per hand for unprecedented dexterity
22 degrees of freedom per hand with five fingers
Tesla on-board AI brain based on Autopilot hardware
Walking gait learned via reinforcement learning
4680 battery cells from Tesla's energy division
Mass production at Fremont factory (internal deployment)
Target $30K for limited external sales in late 2026
Long-term target price under $20K per unit
Designed for factory automation tasks
10-12 hours runtime per charge
Autonomous navigation using Autopilot-derived vision

Hardware – Build Quality

Total Degrees of Freedom (DoF)28 structural actuators + 50 actuators per hand
Payload CapacityApproximately 20 kg
Battery Capacity & Runtime2.3 kWh battery, 10-12 hours per charge
ChargerStandard charging system
Sensors IncludedEight autopilot cameras for visual perception, Tactile sensors on fingertips, Foot force/torque sensors for balance, Ultrasonic and proximity sensors
InterfacesTesla Autopilot hardware integration, AI control system

Software – Ecosystem

ROS/ROS2 SupportCustom Tesla software stack (not ROS-based)
SDK LanguagesProprietary Tesla development environment
API Documentation QualityNot publicly available (internal only)
Open-source Repos / CommunityNo
AI Frameworks SupportedTesla proprietary AI framework, Reinforcement learning

Supplier Reliability

Warranty
Duration: TBD (2026 commercial release)
Coverage: Standard Tesla warranty terms (to be announced)
Track RecordTesla's proven track record in automotive AI and manufacturing at scale with deep expertise in battery technology, AI, and mass production.
Post-sales SupportTesla service network (expanding for robotics)
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