High-speed multi-colour, automatic levelling FDM 3D printer with direct drive extrusion

The Anycubic Kobra X is a high-speed multi-colour FDM 3D printer designed for creators, makers and professionals looking for efficient multi-material printing with advanced automation. Featuring a 260 × 260 × 260 mm build volume, direct drive extrusion and a built-in multi-colour system, the Kobra X provides flexible printing capabilities for detailed models, prototypes and creative projects.

With print speeds up to 600 mm/s, LeviQ 3.0 automatic levelling, flow calibration and AI-powered print monitoring, the Kobra X simplifies the printing process while maintaining accuracy and reliability. Its improved extrusion system supports a wide range of materials, including PLA, PETG, TPU and composite filaments such as PLA-CF and PETG-CF.

The Kobra X features native 4-colour printing, with expansion capability up to 19 colours, making it suitable for multi-colour models, functional prototypes, educational projects and creative applications where speed and material flexibility are essential.

Key Features

Multi-Colour Printing System – Native 4-colour printing with expansion up to 19 colours
High-Speed Printing – Print speeds up to 600 mm/s
Automatic Levelling – LeviQ 3.0 auto-levelling system for improved first layers
Direct Drive Extrusion – Reliable filament feeding for flexible and composite materials
260 × 260 × 260 mm Build Volume – Suitable for larger models and prototypes
AI Print Monitoring – Helps detect print failures and improve reliability
Flow Calibration – Automatically optimises extrusion performance
Hardened Steel Nozzle – Supports abrasive materials such as carbon fibre filaments
Flexible PEI Build Plate – Easy print removal with strong adhesion
Power Loss Recovery – Automatically resumes interrupted prints

Specifications

Printing Technology: FDM / FFF
Build Volume: 260 × 260 × 260 mm
Print Speed: Up to 600 mm/s
Recommended Speed: 300 mm/s
Acceleration: Up to 20,000 mm/s²
Motion System: Gantry system
Extruder Type: Direct drive extrusion
Nozzle Temperature: Up to 300°C
Heatbed Temperature: Up to 100°C
Nozzle Diameter: 0.4 mm (compatible with 0.25 / 0.6 / 0.8 mm)
Nozzle Material: Hardened steel
Levelling System: LeviQ 3.0 automatic levelling
Build Plate: PEI spring steel build plate
Layer Height: 0.05–0.3 mm
Filament Diameter: 1.75 mm
Supported Materials: PLA, PETG, TPU, PVA, PLA-CF, PETG-CF, ASA
Multi-Colour Capability: 4 colours standard (expandable up to 19 colours)
Display: 3.5-inch touchscreen
Connectivity: Anycubic App, USB
Camera: HD camera (720P)
AI Features: AI spaghetti detection
Noise Level: ≤48 dB
Software Compatibility: Anycubic Slicer, Cura
Filament Detection – Helps prevent failed prints