Robot Coupe

Robot Coupe R401A Vegetable Preparation Machine

SKU: 2427
Barcode: 3665075010131

£1,690.00(£2,028.00 inc VAT)

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  • In the event of equipment failure any parts needed will be provided 1
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  • Equipment may be supplied with a moulded plug but may be more suitably connected to a fused spur

The Robot Coupe R401A is a countertop vegetable preparation machine that combines a continuous-feed veg prep attachment with a stainless steel cutter bowl in a single unit. Supplied with four discs — a 2mm slicer, 4mm slicer, 2mm grater, and 6mm grater — plus a smooth flat blade, it covers the everyday prep tasks most kitchens need without requiring separate machines for each function.

In a working kitchen, the R401A performs reliably at the volumes generated by a site serving up to around 100 covers. The single-speed induction motor runs at a consistent 1500rpm with a pulse function for short-burst work. A motor brake stops the bowl quickly when the machine is switched off, which is a practical advantage during busy prep periods. The magnetic safety system requires the bowl and lid to be correctly seated before the machine will operate — a sensible safeguard in any fast-moving kitchen environment.

From a day-to-day standpoint, the R401A offers several operational advantages:

  • Consistent slice and grate thickness across large batches, reducing prep variability
  • Stainless steel contact parts support straightforward cleaning and meet food hygiene expectations
  • The ejection chute keeps processed vegetables clear of the feed area, maintaining workflow pace
  • Switching between the veg prep attachment and cutter bowl is quick, reducing changeover time between tasks
  • Compact footprint suits kitchens where worktop space is limited

Installation is straightforward — the R401A is a countertop electric unit that requires only a standard mains socket, with no water or drainage connections needed. A stable, level surface with adequate clearance around the ejection chute is advisable. Sites with significantly higher daily throughput, or those running continuous production, may find a larger-capacity machine with a wider feed chute better suited to their operation.

The R401A is a practical choice for cafés, pub kitchens, small hotel operations, school catering, and similar sites where daily veg prep volumes are moderate and consistency matters. It is not designed for high-volume central production kitchens or contract catering operations processing large quantities in continuous runs — those environments would be better served by a heavier-duty machine in the Robot Coupe range.

If you want to talk through whether the R401A suits your prep volumes, or which disc combination would work best for your menu, the team is happy to help before you commit to a purchase.

Frequently asked questions

What volume of covers is the R401A realistically suited to?

The R401A is well matched to sites serving up to around 100 covers, where daily veg prep volumes are moderate rather than continuous. Kitchens operating at higher throughput, or running uninterrupted production sessions, would typically be better served by a larger machine with a wider feed chute and greater processing capacity.

What does the R401A require for installation?

Installation is straightforward — the machine is a countertop unit requiring only a standard mains socket. There are no water, drainage, or ventilation requirements. You will need a stable, level surface with enough clearance around the ejection chute to allow processed vegetables to clear freely during operation.

Can the R401A handle both slicing and bowl processing tasks?

Yes — the R401A is designed to do both. The continuous-feed veg prep attachment handles slicing and grating using the supplied discs, while the stainless steel cutter bowl with flat blade covers chopping and mixing tasks. Switching between the two attachments is quick enough to be practical within a single prep session.

Robot Coupe R401A Vegetable Preparation Machine

£1,690.00(£2,028.00 inc VAT)

£1,690.00(£2,028.00 inc VAT)

The Robot Coupe R401A is a countertop vegetable preparation machine that combines a continuous-feed veg prep attachment with a stainless steel cutter bowl in a single unit. Supplied with four discs — a 2mm slicer, 4mm slicer, 2mm grater, and 6mm grater — plus a smooth flat blade, it covers the everyday prep tasks most kitchens need without requiring separate machines for each function.

In a working kitchen, the R401A performs reliably at the volumes generated by a site serving up to around 100 covers. The single-speed induction motor runs at a consistent 1500rpm with a pulse function for short-burst work. A motor brake stops the bowl quickly when the machine is switched off, which is a practical advantage during busy prep periods. The magnetic safety system requires the bowl and lid to be correctly seated before the machine will operate — a sensible safeguard in any fast-moving kitchen environment.

From a day-to-day standpoint, the R401A offers several operational advantages:

  • Consistent slice and grate thickness across large batches, reducing prep variability
  • Stainless steel contact parts support straightforward cleaning and meet food hygiene expectations
  • The ejection chute keeps processed vegetables clear of the feed area, maintaining workflow pace
  • Switching between the veg prep attachment and cutter bowl is quick, reducing changeover time between tasks
  • Compact footprint suits kitchens where worktop space is limited

Installation is straightforward — the R401A is a countertop electric unit that requires only a standard mains socket, with no water or drainage connections needed. A stable, level surface with adequate clearance around the ejection chute is advisable. Sites with significantly higher daily throughput, or those running continuous production, may find a larger-capacity machine with a wider feed chute better suited to their operation.

The R401A is a practical choice for cafés, pub kitchens, small hotel operations, school catering, and similar sites where daily veg prep volumes are moderate and consistency matters. It is not designed for high-volume central production kitchens or contract catering operations processing large quantities in continuous runs — those environments would be better served by a heavier-duty machine in the Robot Coupe range.

If you want to talk through whether the R401A suits your prep volumes, or which disc combination would work best for your menu, the team is happy to help before you commit to a purchase.