Tow / tugger
GT-XT — autonomous tow robot
An autonomous tugger that pulls trains of carts and trolleys, indoors and outdoors — batch material movement over long distances without lift-based AMRs.
Download the GT-XT datasheet (PDF, 208 KB)
- Payload
- 1,000 kg2,205 lb
- Max speed
- 1 m/s3.3 ft/s
- Runtime
- 8 h
- Positioning
- ±50 mm±2 in
Overview
GT-XT is a high-performance autonomous tow robot for moving trailers, carts and heavy loads across industrial facilities. With robust towing capability and simple trailer attachment, it automates repetitive towing tasks in in-plant and logistics transport workflows.
- Indoor and outdoor operation
- Tows up to 2,000 kg of carts; carries up to 1,000 kg
- 120 mm ground clearance and an 800 mm turning radius
- Single or multi-cart hitching; automated hitching optional
Why GT-XT
- Built for tugging, not lifting
- GT-XT is engineered to tow trains of carts — ideal where materials move in batches over long distances, without the complexity or cost of lift-based AMRs.
- High throughput, lower cost per move
- Towing multiple carts per trip significantly reduces travel cycles, operator dependency and per-unit transport cost compared with manual tuggers or forklifts.
- Infrastructure-free autonomy
- SLAM navigation runs without magnetic tape, QR codes or fixed paths, so routes change as quickly as layouts do.
- Safe human-robot co-existence
- Advanced sensing and controlled acceleration give smooth starts, safe braking and reliable obstacle detection on shared shop floors.
GT-XT specifications
| Length × width × height | 1,275 × 800 × 1,900 mm50.2 × 31.5 × 74.8 in |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 120 mm4.7 in |
| Turning radius | 800 mm31.5 in |
| Suspension | Passive |
| Rated payload | 1,000 kg2,205 lb |
|---|---|
| Towing capacity | Up to 2,000 kg |
| Operating environment | Indoor and outdoor |
| Maximum speed | 1 m/s3.3 ft/s |
| Maximum turning speed | 30°/s |
| Positioning accuracy | ±50 mm±2 in |
| Minimum aisle width | 1,200 mm47.2 in |
| Battery | LFP (LiFePO4), 48 V DC, 80 Ah |
|---|---|
| Runtime | 8 h |
| Charging | 4 h, manual or autonomous docking |
| Processor | Intel chipset |
|---|---|
| Operating system | Ubuntu |
| Control modes | Autonomous, manual, or guided (magnetic strip / QR) |
| Communication | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, 2.4 GHz & 5 GHz, Bluetooth |
| Sensors | LiDAR, IMU and depth camera, configurable per application; optional ultrasonic and bumper sensors |
| Interoperability | VDA 5050 v2.0, v2.1 and v3.0 |
| Standard lead-outs | USB, external emergency-stop port, on/off and reset switch |
| Autonomous mode | SLAM + visual |
|---|---|
| Obstacle handling | Pause-and-resume or avoidance mode |
| Path planning | Defined paths or natural navigation |
| Floor infrastructure | None required in autonomous mode |
| Obstacle detection | Laser scanner, depth camera, ultrasonic sensors |
|---|---|
| Emergency safety | Bumper sensor, emergency-stop button |
| Manual charger | Included |
|---|---|
| Autonomous docking & charging | Available |
| Docking accuracy | 1 mm (X axis), 5 mm (Y axis) |
| Lifting, conveyor, towing and shelf top modules | Optional |
| Operating temperature | 5 to 40 °C41 to 104 °F |
|---|---|
| Humidity | Up to 95% non-condensing |
| Floor | Near level, up to 3% slope |
| Ingress protection | IP21 |
Speed, runtime and charging figures depend on payload, floor conditions and duty cycle. Our engineers confirm performance for your layout during the site assessment.
Tow interfaces & options
Configured to your application.
- Standard tow hitch (single or multi-cart)
- Custom trolley coupling mechanisms
- Automated hitching (optional)
- Fleet scheduling logic for tug routes
Charging: Manual charging, Swappable battery, Autonomous docking
Advantages
- Marker-less autonomous navigation
- Modular hardware and software stack
- Fleet-ready Wi-Fi communication
- Designed for Indian industrial conditions
- Scales from a single tug to multi-robot fleets
Applications
- Assembly line supply (line-side logistics)
- Warehouse tugger trains
- WIP movement across departments
- Indoor-outdoor transfers between buildings
- Automotive, heavy manufacturing and FMCG plants
Technical drawing
Side, front and top views. All dimensions in millimetres.
Downloads
Frequently asked questions
What payload can the GT-XT carry?
The GT-XT is rated for 1,000 kg and tows trains of carts beyond its own payload.
How fast is the GT-XT and how long does it run?
Maximum speed is 1 m/s, with about 8 hours of runtime per charge and a 4-hour charge. Actual figures depend on payload, floor conditions and duty cycle. Autonomous docking lets the robot charge itself between tasks.
Does the GT-XT need tape, magnets or QR codes on the floor?
No. The GT-XT navigates autonomously with SLAM and visual localisation, using the building’s existing features. A guided mode that follows magnetic strip or QR codes is also available where a fixed path is preferred.
What aisle width does the GT-XT need?
The minimum aisle width is 1,200 mm. 800 mm turning radius. The robot measures 1,275 × 800 × 1,900 mm.
Can the GT-XT work with our ERP, MES or WMS?
Yes. GT Studio, GOAT’s fleet management platform, integrates with ERP, MES, WMS and PLCs through APIs, webhooks and industrial protocols, and supports VDA 5050 v2.0, v2.1 and v3.0 for mixed fleets.
What is the GT-XT used for?
Typical applications: assembly line supply (line-side logistics); warehouse tugger trains; WIP movement across departments; indoor-outdoor transfers between buildings. It is a tow / tugger robot designed and manufactured by GOAT Robotics in India.
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