Pudu Robotics Launches MP2000 Autonomous Forklift for Heavy-Duty Transport

Pudu Robotics has unveiled the MP2000, an AI-powered autonomous pallet handler designed for high-frequency, heavy-payload transport in crowded manufacturing and logistics environments.

The MP2000 can complete pallet pickup cycles in as little as 20 seconds, enabling efficient floor-to-floor material movement. It extends Pudu's AMR portfolio by adding autonomous pallet acquisition and drop-off capabilities.

Equipped with 3D lidar and depth cameras, the MP2000 identifies pallet locations and adjusts its approach paths in real time. Its onboard perception system navigates safely from pickup to drop-off, avoiding obstacles and validating pallet size and configuration to handle misalignment and tight spaces.

The MP2000 supports common pallet formats, including three-runner and perimeter-base pallets, and can adapt to custom non-standard load carriers.

When deployed with other Pudu Robotics AMRs, the MP2000 benefits from distributed fleet intelligence, which combines local decision-making with fleet-level coordination. Even during network outages, the fleet manager can coordinate multiple robot tasks.

The vehicle also supports manual operator override, allowing it to function as a powered manual forklift when needed.

Pudu's T Series AMRs, such as the PUDU T300, cover flexible delivery and material transport; the MP2000 extends this into palletized, heavier-load and floor-to-floor transportation. It communicates with peripheral equipment like doors and elevators to access controlled areas.

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This article originally appeared on The Robot Report.