Kilter Systems

What Kilter Systems does

Kilter Systems (legal entity: Kilter AS) is a Norwegian agricultural technology company that develops autonomous field robots for plant-level weed control. Founded in 2020 as a spin-off from Adigo Mechatronics and headquartered in Langhus, Viken, Norway, the company sells the AX-1, an AI-powered autonomous robot that combines machine-vision-based crop/weed classification with patented Single Drop Technology to deliver micro-dose herbicide application at 6x6mm precision. Kilter claims the AX-1 can reduce herbicide use by up to 95% compared to conventional blanket spraying. The technology stack is anchored in proprietary computer vision classifiers trained crop-by-crop (released classifiers cover beets, carrots, celery, spinach, lettuce, onion, and others), real-time kinematic (RTK) GPS navigation via NTRIP correction services, and an integrated software platform comprising the Kilter Farm web application (field management, route planning, fleet coordination) and Kilter Remote native iOS/Android applications (machine control, live camera monitoring, diagnostics). The hardware uses 42-nozzle spray modules per 25-centimeter section, with cellular LTE connectivity via Teltonika routers supporting roaming across European operators.

Kilter operates a sales-led go-to-market motion supplemented by strategic channel partnerships. The company sells AX-1 robots directly to vegetable and horticulture growers in Norway, Sweden, Germany, and the Netherlands, while leveraging a distribution partnership with Kubota Corporation (announced February 2026) to access Kubota's European dealer networks in Germany and the Netherlands. Revenue is generated through hardware sales of the AX-1 robot and recurring software/support services via Kilter Farm and Kilter Remote subscriptions, with quote-based custom pricing tied to farm size and multi-year contracts. Pricing is not publicly disclosed.

The company's customer base is concentrated in high-value horticulture, specifically vegetable growers cultivating spinach, salad lettuces, herbs, celeriac, and strawberries in Northern Europe. Kilter has been in commercial operation since 2021 and has raised approximately $16.2 million across a November 2024 Series 2 and a February 2026 strategic round led by Kubota Corporation with participation from existing shareholders Pymwymic, SBG Invest, and Nufarm. The company is positioning for a Series B round to accelerate international scale-up beyond its current Northern European footprint.

Name

Kilter Systems

Legal name

Kilter AS

Website

https://kiltersystems.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2020

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Kilter Systems (Kilter AS) is a Norwegian AgTech company that develops the AX-1 autonomous field robot for AI-driven, plant-level precision weeding in high-value vegetable and horticulture crops, serving growers across Northern Europe via direct sales and a Kubota Corporation distribution partnership.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Agricultural Robotics

NAICS

Agricultural Implement Manufacturing (33311)

SIC

Farm Machinery & Equipment (3523)

akta.pro primary industry

Robotics & Autonomous Field Operations (Weeding, Spraying, Harvest Assist, Autonomous Tractors) (AFAGALAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Robotic Weeding & Mechanical Cultivation Systems (AFAAAGAB), Autonomous Field Robots & Tractors (Driverless tractors, robotic carriers) (AFAAAGAA), Autonomous/Robotic Crop Protection Applicators (UGVs, Smart Sprayers) (AFAAADAJ), Agricultural & Field Robotics (HDAAAIAD)

Keywords

• Agricultural robotics
• Precision weeding
• Autonomous field robots
• Precision spraying
• Weed control technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Viken

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Personnel, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Autonomous Robot Sales: Sale of AX-1 autonomous weeding robots to vegetable and horticulture growers. The company has been in commercial operation since 2021.
2. Software & Support Services: Ongoing software updates, technical support, training, and remote monitoring services through Kilter Farm and Kilter Remote platforms.
3. Channel/Partner Revenue: Distribution through Kubota dealer networks in Germany and Netherlands, with potential for expanded international distribution.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Kilter Systems develops and sells the AX-1, an autonomous field robot that performs plant-level weed control for vegetable and horticulture growers. The robot combines AI-driven crop recognition, advanced robotics, and the patented Single Drop Technology to deliver ultra-high precision micro-dose herbicide application, reducing pesticide use by up to 95% compared to blanket spraying.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• AX-1 Autonomous Weeding Robot Autonomous field robot that targets weeds with 6x6mm accuracy using precision spraying technology, designed for vegetable and horticulture growers growing crops such as spinach, salad lettuces, herbs, celeriac, and strawberries. Reduces herbicide use by up to 95% versus blanket spraying.
• Kilter Farm Web-based platform for field management, route creation, fleet coordination, and tracking of Kilter equipment and autonomous runs. Supports GNSS data import, field boundary uploads, and automated route generation from AB lines.
• Kilter Remote Mobile App Native iOS and Android application for connecting, controlling, and monitoring the AX-1 robot. Provides route editing, spray configuration, live camera views, machine diagnostics, and NTRIP credential management.

Quantifiable outcome

• 95% herbicide reduction
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

AI capability4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered flagship, minor and core.

• Kubota Corporation (Distribution)flagshipChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 February 2026Distribution partnership making the AX-1 available through Kubota's dealer networks in Germany and the Netherlands from 2026 onward, with plans for international expansion. Kubota provides access to established agricultural machinery distribution channels and customer relationships.
• European UnionminorOthersEU Horizon 2020 program participant. Kilter has been supported by European Union innovation funding programs.
• Innovation NorwayminorOthersNorwegian innovation agency providing support and funding to Kilter as a Norwegian technology startup.
• Research Council of NorwayminorOthersNorwegian government research funding body supporting Kilter's R&D activities.
• GrofondetminorOthersNorwegian horticultural research and development fund providing support to Kilter.
• NIBIOminorOthersNorwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research providing agricultural research support and expertise.
• Adigo AScoreTechnology or IntegrationKilter spun off from Adigo Mechatronics in 2020. Ongoing technology and integration relationship with the parent company.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• John Deere (See & Spray): Global agricultural machinery incumbent with See & Spray technology and acquisition of Blue River Technology. Operates broad-acre precision spraying at scale; competes on the same problem Kilter solves but with much larger R&D and dealer footprint.
• Kubota Corporation: Japanese agricultural machinery giant and Kilter's lead investor and distribution partner. Comparable in the agricultural equipment space and a strategic incumbent whose Smart Pilot/KVT autonomous tractor programs overlap with Kilter's autonomy ambitions.

Emerging players

• XAG: China-based developer of agricultural drones and ground robots for precision spraying and crop management. Comparable AI-driven precision application, primarily focused on Asia-Pacific specialty and row crops.
• FarmDroid: Danish developer of solar-powered autonomous weeding robots (FD20) primarily for sugar beet and vegetable crops. Comparable European specialty crop focus with mechanical weeding approach.

Direct peers

• Small Robot Company: UK-based developer of Tom, Dick, and Harry autonomous field robots for plant-level weeding and spraying using AI vision. Direct competitor in European autonomous precision weeding for arable and horticulture.
• Garford (part of BASF): UK manufacturer of Robocrop precision guided hoes and inter-row weeders, now integrated into BASF's agricultural solutions portfolio. Comparable in row-crop and vegetable weed control automation.
• Ecorobotix: Swiss developer of autonomous weeding robots (ARA) using high-precision spot spraying with camera-based AI crop recognition. Closely comparable technology stack, target crops, and European market focus.
• Naio Technologies: French developer of autonomous agricultural robots (Oz, Ted, Dino) for mechanical weeding and weeding in vegetable crops. Comparable European focus and small-to-mid-scale specialty crop farmer target segment.
• Carbon Robotics: US-based developer of the LaserWeeder autonomous robot using computer vision and laser technology for plant-level weed control. Most direct competitor to Kilter's AX-1 in autonomous precision weeding for specialty crops.

Others

• Bosch (Plantect / Nexeed): German industrial conglomerate with agriculture digital farming initiatives including sensor-based crop monitoring. Adjacent enabling player in smart agriculture rather than direct weeding competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/kiltersystems
• Facebookfacebook.com/KilterAS
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/kiltersystems

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds2 records

Investors8 records

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M&A

Investments

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