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Unitree's GD01 is a production-ready, manned, transformable mecha announced May…

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Unitree's GD01 is a production-ready, manned, transformable mecha announced May 12, 2026 and offered from $650,000. Marketed as a civilian vehicle, it reportedly weighs about 500 kg with an occupant; Unitree released a promotional video and urged purchasers to 'use the robot in a Friendly and Safe manner.'

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Unitree Unveils: GD01, A Manned Transformable Mecha, from $650,000 👏
The world's first production-ready manned mecha. It can transform. It's a civilian vehicle. It weighs ~500kg with you inside.
Please everyone be sure to use the robot in a Friendly and Safe manner.

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