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Ultracompact and Cost-efficient: NXS 300 Drives the Next Generation of Automated Small Load Carriers
Continental has developed an ultracompact transport robot that transports stacked small load containers (SLCs) of up to 300 kg fully automatically. The NXS 300 ensures immediately deployable automation: no infrastructure modifications to existing floor-roller tracks are needed, and thanks to native VDA 5050 integration, the NXS 300 plugs seamlessly into existing AMR fleets. It delivers top speeds of up to two m/s and safe omnidirectional movement thanks to its 360° view. The NXS 300 comes in 2 versions: the base version with a 600 mm fork length for classic 400 x 600 mm SLCs on carts and the extended version with an 800 mm fork length for half-pallets to effectively double the capacity per trip. Unveiled at LogiMAT 2025 in Stuttgart, it will be available in early 2026. The NXS 300 is currently being piloted in internal projects at Continental locations in Rheinböllen, Germany, and Sibiu, Romania, with more to follow until the end of the year. First project evaluations indicate a return on investment within well under 2 years. “With this small-load solution, we are further expanding our AMR portfolio for Industry 4.0 applications. Tighter floor plans, increasing product variants and cost pressures are among the most pressing problems facing production and logistics managers. With its versatility and compact build, the NXS 300 provides an answer,” said Malte Kersten, head of Continental Mobile Robots. “It expands our portfolio with a flexible small-load solution and strengthens our position as a reliable partner for Industry 4.0 – aligned with our mission of ‘Making Things Easy’.”
The extended fork version is able to handle stacked half-pallets (800 × 600 mm) or combinations of different SLC types. Beyond their technical capabilities, the NXS 300 variants deliver a compelling return on investment (ROI). By automating the transport of SLCs, they reduce manual handling, minimize process interruptions and enhance overall efficiency. The ergonomic, user-friendly human-machine interface (HMI) enables intuitive operation and maintenance, while local service teams and a 24/7 hotline guarantee maximum system availability. Proactive maintenance cycles minimize downtime and ensure continuous operation. To help customers stay ahead of evolving production requirements, future extensions of the NXS 300 family are already in development, such as a top-roller variant with an active conveyor to take and deliver SLCs directly from conveyors. These will broaden the range of applications covered by the platform and enable users to address future automation needs and maximize intralogistics efficiency – all within the same familiar system architecture and service environment. Continental Mobile Robots was founded in 2018 and produces autonomous mobile robots (AMRs) within Continental. Building on its experience in the automotive sector, the technology company offers cutting-edge robots for improved operations in the intralogistics and agricultural sectors. With its pioneering technology, Continental Mobile Robots provides solutions to sustain the development of future-proof business in different industries.
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Real-time data and increasing product variants are driving the pace in smart factories. Production managers and logistics leaders must adapt material flow quickly for new products and batch sizes. Consequently, conventional Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) are hitting their limits – they remain static and are not flexible enough to change and scale with production layouts. The NXS 300 bridges this gap with an ultracompact design (1,100 × 405 × 1,025 mm) and broad adaptability. The base version is compatible with over 80% of carts available in the market. It lifts them via an integrated lift platform at sources and sinks, enabling highly efficient material flow. Omnidirectional drives allow on-the-spot rotations, while 360° sensors with obstacle detection ensure safe maneuvers even in mixed-traffic scenarios in narrow aisles. Continental’s new AMR combines AGV and AMR modes for great versatility. Its flexible system configuration allows seamless adaptation to various process requirements and production layouts. 
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