The all-terrain KATR, developed by Kubota Corporation (Head Office: Naniwa-ku, Osaka, Japan; President and Representative Director: Yuichi Kitao; hereinafter “Kubota”), has earned a “Best of Innovation” in the CES Innovation Awards® 2025 program. Kubota Group will participate in CES® 2025, where the KATR will be showcased among other exhibits.

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1. Participation in CES® 2025

• CES®, the world’s largest technology trade show, is held every January in Las Vegas, Nevada, the United States. In 2025, it is scheduled to run from January 7 to January 10.
• The Kubota Group will participate in CES® 2025, marking the Group’s second consecutive year of participation.

2. Recognition in the CES® 2025 Innovation Awards®

• The CES Innovation Awards® program is run by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA)®, which also hosts and organizes CES®. The awards program honors outstanding products based on criteria such as engineering and functionality, aesthetic and design, and what makes the product unique and innovative.
• The KATR, submitted by the Kubota Group, was highly praised for its innovation and design, earning it a “Best of Innovation” in the Industrial Equipment and Machinery product category.

3. KATR

• The KATR is a compact, four-wheeled robot designed to provide a stable platform even on slopes and rugged terrain, by hydraulically bending and extending its four legs. It is able to transport loads over uneven terrain without tilting the cargo deck. With its ability to transport a variety of different loads, the KATR is well-suited for a wide range of applications, from agriculture and forestry through to construction and even disaster response.
• The KATR offers a maximum load capacity of 240 kg. It can be operated either using the onboard controller or remotely, and its ability to make pivot turns allows it to work in small spaces.
• It is equipped with a conventional engine, but a battery-powered electric version is also under development.
• The KATR is also compact enough to fit in the back of a commercial minivan or the bed of a light pickup truck, making it easy to transport.
• Moving forward, Kubota intends to continue developing superior products and providing solutions to enrich people’s lives and realize a sustainable society.

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