CL-1 is the first full-size humanoid from Shenzhen-based LimX Dynamics, shown at the end of 2023. It served mainly to develop and demonstrate locomotion control: stair climbing, running and carrying loads. It is no longer featured in LimX's line-up, where the LimX Oli (2025) and LimX Luna (2026) humanoids have taken its place.
History
LimX Dynamics was founded in Shenzhen in January 2022. According to its timeline, the CL-1 humanoid completed multi-scenario dynamic testing in December 2023, and in August 2024 it validated stair climbing, continuous running and heavy-load handling.
LimX also developed other legged robots: the P1 biped (shown at IROS in October 2023), the W1 wheeled quadruped (September 2023) and the modular TRON 1 biped for reinforcement-learning research (October 2024). That work fed into its later humanoids, LimX Oli (July 2025) and the interactive LimX Luna (May 2026).
What is known about the hardware
LimX does not currently publish CL-1 specifications, and the robot has no product page. Catalogue figures (height, weight, DoF, runtime) could not be confirmed against manufacturer sources here, and the robot was never offered at a public price.
Manufacturer
LimX Dynamics is based in Nanshan I Valley, Shenzhen. Alibaba led its Series A in 2024 (its first embodied-AI investment), JD.com made a strategic investment in 2025 and LimX signed an MoU with SAIC for a joint AI lab. In 2026 it raised $200 million in a Series B and another $200 million in a pre-IPO round. It also develops the LimX COSA humanoid system and the open-source FluxVLA engine.
Timeline
- 2022-01 LimX Dynamics founded in Shenzhen.
- 2023-12 CL-1 completes multi-scenario dynamic testing.
- 2024-08 CL-1 validates stair climbing, running and heavy-load handling.
- 2025-07 Successor humanoid LimX Oli launched.
- 2026-05 Interactive humanoid LimX Luna launched.
Sources
- About Us (milestones, investors, address), LimX Dynamics (2026-10)
- LimX Dynamics official website (product line-up), LimX Dynamics (2026-10)
- LimX Oli product page, LimX Dynamics (2026-10)
Updated: 2026-10-10
Verification and limitations
This entry requires an up-to-date manufacturer specification check.
MERA field measurement report: not published. Demonstration footage and manufacturer specifications are not a MERA test under event conditions.
Data and provenance for AI agents ↗Compared with the catalogue
- At 170 cm the Limx Dynamics CL-1 is taller than 43% of the humanoids in the catalogue (median: 170 cm).
- It has 31 degrees of freedom against a catalogue median of 28; more degrees of freedom usually means finer arm and hand movement.
- Its weight of 50 kg (catalogue median: 65 kg) matters for transport and for working around people.
- It is one of 3 Limx Dynamics models in the catalogue and one of 128 humanoids from China.
Capabilities
Frequently asked questions
Can you buy the LimX CL-1?
It was never offered at a public price and is not in the current line-up; LimX sells Oli, Luna and TRON.
Who makes the CL-1?
LimX Dynamics of Shenzhen, founded in 2022.
What is CL-1 known for?
Dynamic locomotion demos, including stair climbing, running and load carrying.
How much does the Limx Dynamics CL-1 cost?
The manufacturer has not published a price for the Limx Dynamics CL-1. You can send a purchase enquiry through MERA Robotics.
Is the Limx Dynamics CL-1 available to buy?
Status: Preorder: orders are open as a pre-order, delivery as announced by the manufacturer.
How tall and heavy is the Limx Dynamics CL-1?
Height: 170 cm, weight: 50 kg, degrees of freedom: 31.
How do I buy the Limx Dynamics CL-1 through MERA Robotics?
Click “I want to buy” or fill in the form on this page. MERA Robotics will reply whether and on what terms the model is available and can help deploy it with the MERA OS conversation system.
Data: Limx Dynamics. Specs from the manufacturer; they may change, always confirm with the manufacturer before buying.
