Kärcher KIRA B 100 R Autonomous Ride-On Floor Scrubber Robot

Large-Area Autonomous Commercial Floor Cleaning Powered by BrainOS®

The Kärcher KIRA B 100 R is a large-area autonomous commercial floor scrubber designed to reduce the labor required to clean expansive hard-floor environments.

Powered by BrainOS® autonomous technology, the KIRA B 100 R combines proven Kärcher commercial floor-scrubbing hardware with artificial intelligence, advanced sensors, autonomous route navigation, obstacle avoidance, chemical metering, operational reporting, and manual ride-on capability.

The result is a commercial cleaning machine that can be taught cleaning routes and then operate those routes autonomously, allowing cleaning employees to focus on higher-value work while the KIRA handles repetitive floor scrubbing.

Kärcher specifically designed the KIRA B 100 R to autonomously clean large areas and designated routes while sensing and avoiding people and obstacles.

Automation Hub Base Machine Price: $35,000.00

Availability Note: The KIRA B 100 R is a previous-generation Kärcher autonomous scrubber and is now listed by Kärcher as a discontinued model. Contact Automation Hub to confirm current machine, battery, accessory, software, and service availability before ordering.

KIRA B 100 R at a Glance

Kärcher introduced the KIRA B 100 R as its first BrainOS-powered autonomous robotic floor scrubber in the U.S., specifically targeting repetitive commercial floor cleaning and labor productivity.

Automate Large-Area Floor Scrubbing

Large commercial facilities can require employees to spend hours each shift performing the same repetitive floor-scrubbing routes.

The KIRA B 100 R was designed to automate that work.

Once an employee teaches the machine a cleaning route, the KIRA can reproduce that route autonomously while safely navigating the facility.

This allows cleaning teams to concentrate on tasks that still require human attention, such as:

• Restrooms
• Detail cleaning
• Trash removal
• Disinfection
• Touch points
• Spill response
• High-soil areas
• Customer-facing spaces
• Patient or guest areas

Kärcher specifically identifies repetitive cleaning in logistics, retail, production, airports and healthcare as applications where robotics can reduce workload and allow employees to focus on more complex tasks.

Powered by BrainOS®

The KIRA B 100 R uses BrainOS®, Brain Corporation's autonomy platform for commercial mobile robots.

BrainOS allows the machine to combine traditional floor-cleaning hardware with autonomous functionality.

Operators can teach cleaning routes using an intuitive interface and then allow the KIRA to execute those routes autonomously.

The platform supports:

• Autonomous route operation
• Artificial intelligence
• Environmental sensing
• People detection
• Obstacle detection
• Obstacle avoidance
• Performance tracking
• Fleet-management data

Kärcher also notes that the autonomous experience can improve through ongoing software development.

Intelligent People & Obstacle Avoidance

Autonomous cleaning equipment has to operate in environments that change constantly.

People walk through hallways. Pallets move. Carts appear. Doors open. Equipment gets relocated.

The KIRA B 100 R uses a combination of advanced artificial intelligence and a robust sensor system to navigate around people and obstacles while performing autonomous cleaning routes.

This makes it suitable for dynamic commercial environments where cleaning routes cannot depend on the floor remaining completely empty.

Teach a Route, Then Let KIRA Clean

Programming the KIRA B 100 R was designed to be straightforward.

An employee manually drives the desired cleaning route while the autonomy system learns it.

Once taught, that route can be selected for future autonomous cleaning.

This Teach & Repeat approach makes the KIRA especially useful for recurring cleaning routes such as:

• Warehouse aisles
• Manufacturing areas
• Hospital corridors
• Airport concourses
• Retail aisles
• School hallways
• Convention facilities
• Large commercial common areas

The objective is simple:

Teach it once. Let KIRA handle the repetitive work.

Autonomous + Manual Ride-On Operation

The KIRA B 100 R isn't limited to autonomous operation.

It can also function as a conventional operator-driven ride-on scrubber.

Autonomous Mode

Ideal for:

• Repetitive routes
• Scheduled cleaning
• Large open areas
• Routine floor maintenance
• Labor reallocation

Manual Mode

Ideal for:

• Spot cleaning
• Spills
• Unplanned areas
• Route teaching
• Areas requiring direct operator control

This gives facilities the flexibility of a conventional ride-on scrubber combined with autonomous cleaning capability.

Designed for Large Commercial Facilities

The KIRA B 100 R is particularly well suited for organizations with significant hard-floor square footage.

Warehouses & Distribution Centers

Automate repetitive floor-cleaning routes through warehouse aisles and open logistics spaces while employees focus on higher-priority facility tasks.

Manufacturing Facilities

Use autonomous scrubbing to maintain large production and common areas without continuously dedicating an employee to driving the scrubber.

Hospitals & Healthcare

Allow EVS employees to focus on patient areas, restrooms, disinfection and detail cleaning while autonomous equipment handles appropriate recurring floor routes.

Airports & Transportation Facilities

Large concourses and terminal areas create significant repetitive cleaning requirements. Autonomous floor care can help reduce the labor required for routine scrubbing.

Grocery & Retail

Automate appropriate hard-floor areas while employees concentrate on spills, displays, restrooms and other customer-facing work.

Schools & Universities

Deploy autonomous cleaning across compatible corridors, common spaces, student centers and large hard-floor areas.

Convention Centers

Automate repetitive cleaning across large event and common spaces.

Commercial Cleaning Contractors

Increase the amount of floor area a team can maintain while using operational reporting to provide greater visibility into cleaning performance.

Kärcher continues to identify autonomous scrubbers as appropriate for medium-to-large facilities and applications including supermarkets, hospitals and airports.

Chemical Metering System

The KIRA B 100 R incorporates a chemical metering system to support consistent detergent application during cleaning.

Proper chemical dosing can help facilities improve:

• Cleaning consistency
• Chemical consumption
• Operating costs
• Floor-care results

Rather than relying entirely on individual operators to manually determine chemical amounts each time the machine is used, the system supports a more repeatable cleaning process. Kärcher specifically identified chemical metering as a feature of the KIRA B 100 R at launch.

Fleet Management & Cleaning Performance Data

Autonomous cleaning provides another important advantage over conventional equipment:

Visibility.

BrainOS fleet-management capabilities provide operators and facility managers with performance information that can be used to track, verify and improve robotic cleaning operations.

This can help organizations better understand:

• Robot utilization
• Cleaning activity
• Route performance
• Operational productivity
• Autonomous deployment effectiveness

For multi-machine or multi-location deployments, this data can become particularly valuable.

24V AGM Commercial Battery System

The KIRA B 100 R uses a commercial 24V AGM battery system.

Based on Automation Hub's current Kärcher price sheet, the machine requires:

4 × 6V 285Ah AGM Batteries

Part Number: 8.629-184.0
Price: $1,730 each

Four batteries:

$6,920.00

The compatible shelf charger is sold separately.

24V 50A AGM Shelf Charger

Part Number: 8.642-664.0
Price: $1,550.00

KIRA B 100 R Base Machine & Power Package

Software, service, brushes, pads, wear parts, freight, taxes and other optional equipment are additional.

Kärcher KIRA B 100 R Accessories & Replacement Parts

Automation Hub offers genuine Kärcher brushes, pads, squeegee assemblies, blades, filters, batteries and replacement components for the KIRA B 100 R.

Batteries & Charging

Four batteries are required, making the complete battery set $6,920.

Brushes & Floor-Care Components

Mild Brush

Part Number: 8.645-231.0
Price: $470 each
Quantity Required: 2

Complete pair:

$940

Designed for compatible routine cleaning applications requiring a less aggressive brush configuration.

Aggressive Brush

Part Number: 8.645-232.0
Price: $192 each
Quantity Required: 2

Complete pair:

$384

Designed for compatible applications requiring more aggressive mechanical cleaning action.

Pad Driver

Part Number: 8.645-223.0
Price: $314

Allows compatible floor-cleaning pads to be used in place of conventional brushes for applications where pad cleaning is preferred.

Automation Hub can help determine the proper brush or pad configuration based on flooring and soil conditions.

Squeegee Assembly & Replacement Blades

Effective dirty-water recovery is critical to scrubber performance.

Complete Squeegee Assembly

$1,375

Complete replacement assembly for the KIRA B 100 R water-recovery system.

Front Linatex Blade

$120

Replacement front squeegee blade.

Rear Linatex Blade

$176

Replacement rear squeegee blade.

Linatex Side Skirt Blade

$134

Replacement side skirt component for maintaining proper cleaning and water control.

Maintenance & Replacement Components

Keeping basic wear and maintenance components available can help reduce unnecessary machine downtime.

KIRA B 100 R Software Plans

Autonomous operation combines the physical scrubber with BrainOS software and autonomous functionality.

Your current Kärcher price sheet lists the following software options:

3-Year Software License

Part Number: 9.849-019.0
Price: $18,000

Three-year software licensing for the autonomous cleaning platform.

5-Year Software License

Part Number: 9.849-021.0
Price: $30,000

Five-year software licensing for organizations planning a longer-term autonomous deployment.

Software Installation

Part Number: 9.849-020.0
Price: $1,000

Initial software installation for the KIRA autonomous platform.

KIRA B 100 R Service Plans

Autonomous cleaning equipment combines conventional mechanical systems with batteries, sensors, software, electronics and navigation technology.

Long-term service should therefore be considered when planning a deployment.

3-Year Service Package

Part Number: 9.849-023.0
Price: $5,040

A multi-year service option for organizations planning a three-year autonomous deployment.

5-Year Service Package

Part Number: 9.849-022.0
Price: $8,988

Extended service coverage for organizations planning longer-term use of the KIRA B 100 R.

Complete 3-Year KIRA B 100 R Package

Brushes, pads, squeegee components, freight, taxes and other optional accessories may be additional.

Complete 5-Year KIRA B 100 R Package

KIRA B 100 R vs. KIRA B50

Automation Hub also offers Kärcher's newer KIRA B50 autonomous floor scrubber.

*Based on Automation Hub's current supplied price sheet and before required accessories/software.

Why Consider the KIRA B 100 R?

The B 100 R can be particularly interesting for a customer who wants:

• A larger ride-on platform
• Autonomous cleaning
• BrainOS technology
• Large-area cleaning capability
• Manual ride-on flexibility
• A significantly lower initial base-machine price

Why Consider the KIRA B50?

The B50 is the better choice when the customer wants:

• Kärcher's newer autonomous platform
• A smaller footprint
• Greater maneuverability
• Lithium-ion battery technology
• Optional autonomous docking
• A current-production Kärcher robot

Automation Hub can evaluate the facility and determine which platform provides the stronger operational and financial fit.

Why Buy the KIRA B 100 R From Automation Hub?

The KIRA B 100 R is not a conventional floor scrubber, and because it is now a previous-generation platform, knowledgeable support becomes even more important.

Automation Hub specializes in commercial robotics and autonomous equipment.

We can assist with:

• Facility evaluation
• ROI analysis
• Robot selection
• Availability verification
• Autonomous deployment planning
• Route setup
• Software installation
• Staff training
• Brush and pad selection
• Battery and charger configuration
• Replacement parts
• Preventive maintenance
• Troubleshooting
• Diagnostics
• Repair
• Warranty and service coordination
• Long-term autonomous equipment support

Automation Hub works with autonomous cleaning technology in real commercial environments including healthcare, airports, hospitality, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, education and other large facilities.

Kärcher itself emphasizes that successful robotic cleaning requires knowledgeable pre-deployment planning to determine cleaning areas, soil levels and efficient routes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Kärcher KIRA B 100 R a robot?

Yes. It is a commercial autonomous robotic floor scrubber. Kärcher specifically describes it as a robotic scrubber capable of autonomously cleaning large areas and specified routes.

What autonomous software does it use?

The KIRA B 100 R is powered by BrainOS® from Brain Corp.

Does it avoid people and obstacles?

Yes. Kärcher states that the KIRA B 100 R uses AI and a robust sensor system to safely navigate around people and obstacles.

Can it still be driven manually?

Yes. The ride-on platform allows an operator to manually drive the machine, including when teaching autonomous routes.

Is the KIRA B 100 R discontinued?

Yes. Kärcher currently lists model 1.006-720.0 in its discontinued-machines section.

Can I still buy one?

Automation Hub's supplied Kärcher price sheet currently lists the KIRA B 100 R at $35,000. Because Kärcher classifies the machine as discontinued, customers should contact Automation Hub to verify current inventory and component availability before purchasing.

Are the batteries included in the $35,000 price?

Based on the price sheet you provided, the batteries are listed separately.

The machine uses four 6V 285Ah AGM batteries at $1,730 each, for a total battery cost of $6,920.

Is the charger included?

The 24V 50A AGM shelf charger is separately listed at $1,550.

Does it require a software license?

Your current Kärcher price sheet separately lists:

• 3-Year Software License – $18,000
• 5-Year Software License – $30,000
• Software Installation – $1,000

Are service plans available?

Your price sheet lists:

• 3-Year Service Package – $5,040
• 5-Year Service Package – $8,988

Because the machine is discontinued, Automation Hub should confirm current eligibility for these plans with Kärcher at the time of sale.

Can Automation Hub provide replacement parts?

Automation Hub's current price sheet lists batteries, chargers, brushes, pad drivers, squeegee assemblies, Linatex blades, filters, strainers, keys and other KIRA B 100 R components.

Is the KIRA B 100 R better than the KIRA B50?

Neither is universally better.

The B 100 R is a larger BrainOS-powered ride-on autonomous platform and may represent an attractive value where remaining machines are available.

The KIRA B50 is Kärcher's newer, current-generation autonomous scrubber with a more compact design and optional automated docking.

Automation Hub can evaluate your floor plan, square footage, traffic, cleaning requirements and labor costs to determine which makes more sense.

Kärcher KIRA B 100 R From Automation Hub

The Kärcher KIRA B 100 R combines a large commercial ride-on scrubber with BrainOS autonomous technology, intelligent obstacle avoidance, teachable cleaning routes, chemical metering and fleet-management reporting.

For organizations with large hard-floor environments, it provides an opportunity to shift repetitive floor scrubbing from a continuously staffed task to an autonomous workflow. Kärcher designed the platform specifically to allow cleaning employees to focus on higher-value work while the robot handles the floors.

Because the KIRA B 100 R is now a discontinued Kärcher model, remaining availability may create a compelling opportunity—particularly at the $35,000 base-machine price currently shown on Automation Hub's Kärcher price sheet—but machine, battery, software and service availability should be confirmed before ordering.

Contact Automation Hub for current availability, a complete KIRA B 100 R package quote, facility evaluation, ROI analysis, financing options, or autonomous cleaning consultation.