Unitree · Mecha · 2026
Unveiled 12 May 2026, the GD01 is Unitree's — and the world's — first mass-produced manned transformable mecha. A ~2.7 m, 500 kg high-strength-alloy machine with a roll-cage torso cockpit, it walks upright on two legs, then folds its limbs and shifts its centre of gravity to crawl as a quadruped in seconds, with no external assistance. In the reveal video, CEO Wang Xingxing piloted it as it punched through a brick wall; notably it's optionally manned (runs manned or unmanned/remote). Drawing instant Transformers/Avatar-AMP-suit comparisons, it's pitched as short-range transport, search-and-rescue and demonstration platform. From ¥3.9M (~US$574k–650k), launched alongside Unitree's Shanghai STAR Market IPO. Unitree issued a safety notice cautioning that the platform is early-stage and not for hazardous personal experimentation.
Price level: ★★★☆☆
View full interactive profile, comparisons & videos →| Category | Mecha |
| Sub-type | Manned Transformable Mecha |
| Status | Active |
| Year | 2026 |
| Origin | China |
| Released | 2026-05-12 |
| Weight | 500 kg |
| Frame | High-strength alloy skeleton (reported titanium/aluminium elements + carbon-fibre components) |
| Camera | Depth cameras |
| AI model | Unitree onboard AI locomotion system (partial AI-managed foot placement shown) |
| Actuator type | Unitree self-developed high-torque motors; 500 kg-class dynamic balance control |
| Use cases | Short-range personal transport (novelty), Search & rescue / disaster zones (bipedal-to-quadruped reach), Elevated site inspection without cranes, Live demonstrations, media & branded experiences, Film/animatronic base rig |
| Made in | China |
