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Unitree Robotics Unveils GD01: World's First Mass-Produced Manned Mecha
Chinese robotics firm Unitree Robotics announced the GD01 on May 12, 2026 — a rideable, transformable mecha that the company bills as the world's first mass-produced manned robot vehicle. Weighing roughly 500 kg with an occupant inside, the GD01 starts at 3.9 million yuan (approximately $650,000 USD). The reveal sparked widespread attention online and marks a dramatic step beyond conventional humanoid robot designs.
Summary curated by Max Robotics. Original article © Global Times.