Unitree · Research robot dog

Unitree A1

Legacy research robot dog

Purchase price Price on request (legacy)

Payload: 5 kg
Max speed: 3.3 m/s
Runtime: 1–2.5 h
Navigation: Remote, SLAM and ROS
Environment: Indoor / dry outdoor
Best for: Locomotion research

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The Unitree A1 is an earlier research quadruped with real-time control APIs, foot-force sensors and a depth camera, with LiDAR on the Exploration version. It weighs about 12 kg, carries 5 kg, runs at 3.3 m/s and lasts 1–2.5 hours per charge. It remains in use in labs with existing A1 code, but newer Go2 EDU and B2 models are better choices for new projects.

Key features

Real-time APIs

Low-level joint control for locomotion research.

Foot-force sensors

Measure contact on every foot.

Light and quick

12 kg, 3.3 m/s continuous.

Exploration version

Adds LiDAR and more compute.

Is it right for you?

Good fit if

Labs with existing A1 code
Used-robot buyers who can maintain it
Locomotion research history

Not ideal if

New projects needing current support (see Go2 EDU)
Industrial inspection

Where it works

Locomotion research
University labs

Specifications

Robot type: Research quadruped (robot dog)
Main purpose: Locomotion research
Operating environment: Indoor / dry outdoor terrain
Availability: Legacy; contact sales
Payload: 5 kg
Mobility: Walking, running, dynamic gaits
Manipulation: None
Max speed: 3.3 m/s continuous
Runtime: 1 h standard; up to 2.5 h
Battery / power: 4,200 mAh / 90.72 Wh
Degrees of freedom: 12 (3 per leg)
Navigation / control: Remote, SLAM and ROS
Sensors: Depth camera, 4 foot-force sensors; LiDAR on Exploration version
Dimensions: Approx. 500 × 300 × 400 mm standing
Weight: Approx. 12 kg

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Questions

Should I buy an A1 today?

Only for an existing A1 project or a well-checked used unit. Go2 EDU offers more for a new research platform.

Does it support ROS?

Yes, with real-time APIs and ROS support for SLAM and control.

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