Cartken
Cartken Model C
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
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10kg payload · 12h runtime
What problem does this solve?
Last-mile delivery operations.
Who is this for?
Operations teams evaluating automation — contact the manufacturer for deployment consultation and pricing.
BEST FOR
Last-mile delivery operations
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Compact sidewalk delivery robot from ex-Google engineers. Profitable with under $25M raised. Operating in Japan, Europe, US via Mitsubishi and Grubhub.
The Cartken Model C earns a RoboScore of 77/100, a solid result that positions it as a reasonable choice in delivery and last-mile logistics. Cartken has built a competent system for teams focused on range and payload capacity. Key specs include a 10kg payload capacity, and 12 hours of battery life. Pricing is available on request from Cartken directly. Local regulations on autonomous delivery vary significantly by jurisdiction.
Teams in delivery and last-mile logistics looking for a competent solution. The Cartken Model C is designed for organizations where range and payload capacity matters most.
Buyers who need transparent pricing upfront to build ROI models. Without published pricing, budget planning requires direct engagement with Cartken, which may slow evaluation timelines.
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Performance
| Payload Kg | 10 — Medium-duty industrial taskshandles heavy parts and pallets for most operations |
| Battery Hrs | 12 — Full shift operation without rechargingextended operation — full shift plus with charge to spare |
Other
| Compute | Custom AI |
| Partnerships | Mitsubishi, Grubhub |
| Max Speed Mph | 4 |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
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CURRENT
RFQ
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
6mo
3-year net ROI
500%
5-year savings
$450,000
| Interval | Task | Est. Time | Est. Cost | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | Visual inspection & debris removal | 5–10 min | — | Operator |
| Weekly | Sensor calibration check & log review | 15–30 min | — | Operator |
| Monthly | Lubrication, belt/chain tension check | 1–2 hrs | $50–150 | Technician |
| 6-Month | Full mechanical inspection & software update | 4–8 hrs | $500–2,000 | Certified Tech |
| Annual | Comprehensive overhaul & recalibration | 1–2 days | $2,000–10,000 | OEM / Partner |
Service Details
Operator Training
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Typical Training Plan
SAFETY & BASICS
2–4 hours
OPERATIONS
4–16 hours
TROUBLESHOOTING
2–8 hours
MAINTENANCE
4–16 hours
Before purchasing the Cartken Model C, ask the vendor these critical questions:
- 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
- 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
- 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
- 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
- 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?
... and 15 more critical questions
Purchase Price
RFQ
Est. Annual Maintenance
Contact manufacturer for maintenance pricing
5-Year Total
Requires pricing data
Cost per Shift
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Cost per Hour
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Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.
Cartken
Founded
EST. 2019(7 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
US
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