Optimus (Gen 2)

General-purpose humanoid robot powered by Tesla AI

TeslaPrototypeAnnounced 2023

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Optimus (Gen 2) humanoid robot

Technical Details

Specifications

Height1.73 m / 5' 9''
Weight57 kg / 125.66 lb
Degrees of Freedom28
Locomotionbiped
Payload20 kg
Battery TypeLi-ion
Speed1.39 m/s
Rated Runtime8 h

Sensors

CamerasRGB
Depth SensingYes
LidarNot disclosed
IMUYes
MicrophonesNot disclosed
Tactile SensingTactile sensors on all five fingers, demonstrated at Tesla's December 2023 Gen 2 unveiling by picking up a raw egg without cracking it; no public sensitivity or sensor-count spec has been released

Software

Control Modeautonomous
Middleware
SDKProprietary
ConnectivityWi-Fi

Deployment

Units Shipped: Not publicly disclosed

As of Jul 2026

Company Claim

Tesla's Q4 2025/Q1 2026 guidance targeted Gen 3 production start by end of 2026, ramping toward 1 million units/year capacity at Fremont, with a 2026 production target of 50,000–100,000 units

Tesla (Q4 2025 and Q1 2026 earnings guidance)

What's Actually Confirmed

As of Tesla's Q2 2026 earnings call (mid-July 2026), Musk stated Tesla 'will soon start production with Optimus' — no verified production units had been disclosed at that point; a July 20, 2026 press check independently confirmed zero disclosed units

Tesla (internal)

Fremont, California / Giga Texas, Austin

Task4680 battery cell sorting, parts handling between stations, quality inspection
StageTraining
Start DateJun 2024
End Date

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Optimus (Gen 2) and who makes it?

Optimus (Gen 2) is a general-purpose humanoid robot powered by Tesla AI. It is manufactured by Tesla and was announced in 2023.

How tall is the Optimus (Gen 2)?

Optimus (Gen 2) is 1.73 m / 5' 9'' tall.

How much does the Optimus (Gen 2) weigh?

Optimus (Gen 2) weighs 57 kg / 125.66 lb.

How much can the Optimus (Gen 2) carry?

Optimus (Gen 2) can carry a payload of 20 kg.

How much does the Optimus (Gen 2) cost? Is the Optimus (Gen 2) available to buy?

Tesla has not published a price for the Optimus (Gen 2) — it is quoted on enquiry. Prototype stage. No ordering available.

What are the main strengths of the Optimus (Gen 2)?

  • Strong AI and vision stack derived from Tesla Autopilot
  • Rapid iteration and visible hardware improvements

What are the limitations of the Optimus (Gen 2)?

  • No commercial availability
  • Performance claims largely self-reported

Last updated: Aug 2026