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Lely Astronaut Robotic Milking System

By Lely

Last reviewed: February 2026

Compare Astronaut Robotic Milking System pricing, features, and alternatives. Learn how Lely's Robotic Milking solution stacks up for dairy operations.

Comprehensive guide to Astronaut Robotic Milking System by Lely.

Key Features

  • I-Flow Traffic: Intelligent cow routing
  • MQC-C Sensors: Comprehensive milk quality
  • T4C Management: Integrated herd software
  • 24/7 Operation: Continuous milking
  • Gentle Milking: Cow-focused design

Advanced Features

  • Lely Horizon: Farm management platform
  • Full Farm Integration: Feeding, cleaning, more

Ideal For

Farm Types: Progressive dairies seeking full automation

Competitive Advantages

What sets Astronaut Robotic Milking System apart from alternatives:

  • Comprehensive ecosystem
  • Premium support
  • Proven reliability
  • Dutch innovation

Pricing Information

Here is the pricing information for Astronaut Robotic Milking System:

Lely Astronaut robots approximately $180,000-220,000 each. Total investment $200,000-300,000 per robot installed.

Pricing Model: Major capital investment with financing

Prices verified Q1 2024. Financing available through Lely. Each robot handles 50-70 cows.

Pros & Considerations

Advantages:
  • Proven technology
  • Full integration
  • Strong support
  • Cow comfort
Considerations:
  • Major investment
  • Ecosystem commitment

ROI & Value Proposition

Understanding the return on investment for Astronaut Robotic Milking System:

Implementation & Setup

How to implement Astronaut Robotic Milking System on your dairy operation:

Implementation Timeline: Installation and training 2-3 months

Training & Support

Training and support options available for Astronaut Robotic Milking System:

Support Channels:

    Buying Considerations

    Important factors to consider when evaluating Astronaut Robotic Milking System:

    • Labor availability
    • Automation goals
    • Lely ecosystem interest
    • Budget

    Evaluation Questions

    Key questions to consider when evaluating Astronaut Robotic Milking System:

    1. Are you interested in full Lely automation?
    2. What other Lely products interest you?
    3. What support do you need?

    Market Overview

    About Lely

    Learn more about Lely and their complete product lineup on their company profile page.

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