Development🇺🇸 USA
Optimus Gen 3
by Tesla · humanoid · Announced 2025
~$20,000–$25,000 target (consumer)
Third-generation Tesla humanoid with upgraded 22-DOF hands (50 actuators), improved dexterity, and AI5 chip. Mass production targeted Q3 2026.
Overview
The Optimus Gen 3 is a humanoid developed by Tesla (USA), first announced in 2025. It is currently in development. Standing 168 cm tall, weighing 55 kg, with 50 degrees of freedom, it can carry payloads up to 25 kg. Performance highlights include a top speed of 2.5 m/s, a battery runtime of 540 minutes, a 2300 Wh battery pack. The platform is powered by Tesla AI5 custom SoC, equipped with 8x cameras (Autopilot-heritage), tactile fingertip sensors (22-DOF hands), force/torque joints, IMU.
Specifications
Height
168 cm
Weight
55 kg
DOF
50
Payload
25 kg
Runtime
9h
Max Speed
2.5 m/s
Battery
2300 Wh
Charge Time
—
Stairs
Yes
LiDAR
No
Compute
Tesla AI5 custom SoC
ROS
None
Platform
Sensors
8x cameras (Autopilot-heritage)tactile fingertip sensors (22-DOF hands)force/torque jointsIMU
Operating System
Proprietary
Last updated: 2026-06-23 · Announced 2025
FAQ
Q.What is the price of Optimus Gen 3?
The Optimus Gen 3 price has not been officially announced yet.
Q.What are the specs of Optimus Gen 3?
Optimus Gen 3 features 50 DOF, 168cm, 55kg, 25kg payload, 540 min runtime. Tesla AI5 custom SoC, no ROS.
Q.Is Optimus Gen 3 available to buy?
Optimus Gen 3 is currently in development and not yet available for purchase.
Q.Who makes Optimus Gen 3?
Optimus Gen 3 is made by Tesla, headquartered in USA. Official manufacturer site: https://www.tesla.com/optimus.
Q.Does Optimus Gen 3 support ROS?
Optimus Gen 3 does not list official ROS support. Tesla ships Optimus Gen 3 with a proprietary software stack; third-party ROS integration is not officially endorsed.
Q.How long does the Optimus Gen 3 battery last?
Optimus Gen 3 runs for approximately 9h on a single charge (battery capacity: 2300 Wh).
Q.What payload can Optimus Gen 3 carry?
Optimus Gen 3 is rated to carry up to 25 kg of payload, suitable for industrial logistics and warehouse workloads.
Q.How fast is Optimus Gen 3?
Optimus Gen 3 has a published maximum walking speed of 2.5 m/s and can navigate stairs.
Q.What are alternatives to Optimus Gen 3?
Closest specs-wise alternatives to Optimus Gen 3 include Phoenix by Sanctuary AI, MenteeBot V3 by Mentee Robotics, Forerunner K1 by Kepler Robotics. Full head-to-head comparison: https://biorobot.ai/en/vs/sanctuary-phoenix-vs-tesla-optimus-gen3.