Tesla is making significant strides in the development of its Optimus factory at Gigafactory Texas. The construction of the factory, which is dedicated to producing up to ten million Optimus units, is well underway. Drone footage captured by Giga Texas observer Joe Tegtmeyer showcases the first steel structure standing at Tesla’s new Optimus factory on the North Campus of the facility.
The expansion at Gigafactory Texas includes phase two of land reclamation, allowing the new building to potentially exceed 4,000 feet in length and be between 50 and 70 meters narrower than the main factory. Extensive foundation work is also progressing steadily, indicating the scale and scope of the project.
This facility is a crucial component of Tesla’s North Campus expansion at Gigafactory Texas, adding over 5.2 million square feet of new industrial space. It aligns with other advanced developments at the site, such as a Terafab for next-gen AI chips, underscoring Tesla’s commitment to integrating humanoid robotics into its future endeavors.
Elon Musk has emphasized that Optimus will be the largest product in the world and a significant contributor to Tesla’s valuation. The company plans to produce around 10 million robots annually at the site once construction is completed, translating to approximately 27,000 units per day.
The Optimus plant at Gigafactory Texas is part of Tesla’s phased strategy for Optimus manufacturing. To kickstart production ahead of the completion of the plant, Tesla ceased production of Model S and Model X vehicles in Fremont, California, making way for initial Optimus manufacturing efforts. Production is set to begin in July or August of this year, with early units supporting internal tasks and gathering real-world data for process refinement.
The Gigafactory Texas facility will host a second-gen production line aiming for high-volume output by Summer 2027. Musk envisions Optimus as potentially more valuable than Tesla’s entire vehicle business, as the current versions are already undertaking minor tasks and evolving in capabilities.
Despite facing challenges like establishing a new manufacturing ecosystem, refining AI systems for reliable autonomy, and developing robust supply chains, Tesla’s progress at Gigafactory Texas demonstrates its ability to turn ambitious concepts into reality.
The Optimus factory at Gigafactory Texas symbolizes a significant leap for Tesla, marking the potential creation of the largest product ever. As construction progresses, 2027 promises to be a transformative year for Tesla, solidifying its position as a leader in intelligent, general-purpose machines.