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A Chinese-made humanoid robot has grabbed global attention after walking more than 106 kilometres in three days, setting a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance covered by a humanoid machine.
The robot called Agibot A2, completed the longest distance ever covered by a humanoid machine, showcasing how fast robotics technology is moving ahead.The journey started in Suzhou on the evening of 10 November 2025 and ended at Shanghai’s iconic Bund on 15 November. What makes the achievement even more impressive is that the robot walked across different terrains -- highways, bylanes, and busy city streets. This wasn’t a lab test. It was a real-world challenge and the robot managed the entire walk without a single fall."The AgiBot A2 robot was optimised between April and May 2025 to avoid falling during hundreds of hours of continuous operation. On 17 August, the robot successfully completed a 24-hour fully autonomous walk in high temperatures nearing 40°C, broadcast live online. This GWR challenge walking over 100 km undoubtedly marks a significant breakthrough for the AgiBot A2 robot," according to the Guinness World Records website.The Agibot A2 stands 5.74 feet tall and weighs around 55 kg. It comes with advanced AI features, including dual GPS modules, lidar sensors and infrared depth cameras. These help the robot map its surroundings accurately and adjust its movements in real time. The company also confirmed that this was not a special prototype -- the walk was completed using a standard, mass-produced model, which shows how mature and reliable the technology has become.To add a fun touch, once the mission was completed, the robot jokingly said it might need a new pair of shoes after such a long walk. This small interaction highlights its ability to engage in simple conversations, making it more relatable and useful in real-life situations.Agibot A2’s record-setting walk is not just a publicity attempt. It highlights the growing use cases for humanoid robots in the near future. Companies believe robots like this can take up roles such as autonomous guiding, security patrolling, warehouse tasks and last-mile deliveries. The robot can also perform facial recognition, understand multiple languages, and interact with people.
