DJI Matrice 30T: IP55-Rated Compact Enterprise Drone with Thermal, Zoom, and 1,200 m Laser Rangefinder
The DJI Matrice 30T is a folding quad-rotor enterprise aircraft that integrates four imaging sensors — a 48 MP zoom camera, a 12 MP wide camera, a 640 x 512 radiometric thermal camera, and a laser rangefinder rated to 1,200 m — into an IP55-rated airframe weighing 3,770 g (8.3 lbs) with both batteries installed. It folds to 365 x 215 x 195 mm for transport, deploys in under three minutes, and delivers up to 41 minutes of forward flight time. The O3 Enterprise transmission system reaches 15 km (FCC) with a stable signal, and the built-in RTK module provides 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal positioning accuracy. It operates in temperatures from -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) and resists wind up to 12 m/s.
At DSLRPros, the Matrice 30T is available bundled with the BS30 Intelligent Battery Station — the recommended starting configuration for any new deployment. The full accessory lineup for the M30 Series is stocked at DSLRPros, including the CZI LP12 Spotlight and Loudspeaker, the JZ Drones M30 Quick Search Kit, DJI D-RTK 3 positioning hardware, the RC Plus controller, and TB30 replacement batteries. DSLRPros is a DJI Enterprise Gold Partner providing pre-sale configuration guidance, fleet consultation, and U.S.-based support for every M30T order.
Matrice 30 Series: M30 vs. M30T
The Matrice 30 Series includes two aircraft on the same airframe. The M30 carries three sensors: wide camera, zoom camera, and laser rangefinder. The M30T adds a fourth: a 640 x 512 radiometric thermal camera. DSLRPros stocks the Matrice 30T. The table below shows where the two models differ.
| Specification | Optical Inspection Matrice 30 (M30) | Thermal + Optical Matrice 30T (M30T) |
|---|---|---|
| Wide camera | 1/2-inch CMOS, 12 MP, 84° DFOV, f/2.8, 24 mm EFL | 1/2-inch CMOS, 12 MP, 84° DFOV, f/2.8, 24 mm EFL |
| Zoom camera | 1/2-inch CMOS, 48 MP, 113–405 mm EFL, f/2.8–f/4.2 | 1/2-inch CMOS, 48 MP, 113–405 mm EFL, f/2.8–f/4.2 |
| Thermal camera | Not included | 640×512 VOx, 12 µm, f/1.0, 61° DFOV, 40 mm EFL |
| Thermal temp range | Not applicable | -20°C to 150°C (high gain); 0°C to 500°C (low gain) |
| Thermal accuracy | Not applicable | ±2°C or ±2%, whichever is larger |
| Thermal super-res | Not applicable | 1,280×1,024 |
| Laser rangefinder | 3–1,200 m, Class 1M, 905 nm | 3–1,200 m, Class 1M, 905 nm |
| Weight (with batteries) | 3,770 ± 10 g (8.3 lbs) | 3,770 ± 10 g (8.3 lbs) |
| Max flight time | 41 min | 41 min |
| Primary mission | Optical inspection, mapping, documentation | Thermal inspection, SAR, public safety, firefighting |
| Stocked at DSLRPros | No | Yes |
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Matrice 30T at DSLRPros: Configuration Options
- DJI Matrice 30T with BS30 Battery Station: aircraft with two TB30 batteries and the BS30 Intelligent Battery Station — the standard starting configuration for new deployments; charges two batteries simultaneously from 20% to 90% in approximately 30 minutes
Matrice 30T Platform Specifications
The Matrice 30T is built around a folding quad-rotor frame that collapses to 365 x 215 x 195 mm for transport and opens to 470 x 585 x 215 mm at full deployment (excluding propellers). Diagonal wheelbase is 668 mm. The aircraft weighs 3,770 g (8.3 lbs) with both TB30 batteries installed and carries a maximum takeoff weight of 4,069 g. The IP55 ingress protection rating applies to both the aircraft and the BS30 station (cover closed), and the airframe operates between -20°C and 50°C (-4°F to 122°F).
Maximum horizontal speed is 23 m/s (51.5 mph), maximum ascent is 6 m/s, and maximum wind resistance at takeoff and landing is 12 m/s. Maximum flight time is 41 minutes and hover time is 36 minutes, both measured in lab conditions. Service ceiling is 5,000 m with standard 1671 propellers and 7,000 m with the optional 1676 high-altitude propellers (sold separately). The O3 Enterprise transmission system reaches 15 km (FCC) in unobstructed interference-free conditions. RTK provides 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal and 1.5 cm + 1 ppm vertical positioning accuracy. The aircraft includes a built-in ADS-B receiver for manned aircraft traffic awareness.
The full aircraft specification table is below.
| Specification | DJI Matrice 30T Value |
|---|---|
| Weight (with batteries) | 3,770 ± 10 g (8.3 lbs) |
| Max takeoff weight | 4,069 g (8.97 lbs) |
| Folded dimensions | 365 × 215 × 195 mm (L × W × H) |
| Unfolded dimensions | 470 × 585 × 215 mm (L × W × H, excl. propellers) |
| Diagonal wheelbase | 668 mm |
| Max horizontal speed | 23 m/s (51.5 mph) |
| Max ascent speed | 6 m/s |
| Max descent speed | 5 m/s (tilt descent: 7 m/s) |
| Max flight time | 41 min |
| Max hover time | 36 min |
| Max wind resistance | 12 m/s |
| Service ceiling | 5,000 m (standard propellers); 7,000 m (1676 high-altitude propellers) |
| Ingress protection | IP55 |
| Operating temperature | -20°C to 50°C (-4°F to 122°F) |
| GNSS | GPS + Galileo + BeiDou + GLONASS (GLONASS when RTK enabled) |
| RTK accuracy | 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal; 1.5 cm + 1 ppm vertical |
| Hovering accuracy (RTK) | ±0.1 m vertical; ±0.1 m horizontal |
| Hovering accuracy (vision) | ±0.1 m vertical; ±0.3 m horizontal |
| Transmission system | O3 Enterprise; 15 km FCC / 8 km CE/SRRC/MIC (unobstructed) |
| Gimbal controllable range | Pan ±90°; Tilt -120° to +45° |
| Gimbal vibration range | ±0.01° |
| ADS-B | Built-in receiver |
| Auxiliary lights | 5 m effective range, 60 Hz solid glow |
Flight time measured in lab conditions; actual results vary with environment and usage.
Matrice 30T Integrated Camera System, Accessories, and Ground Hardware
Integrated camera system (M30T):
- Wide camera: 1/2-inch CMOS, 12 MP, 84° DFOV, 4.5 mm focal length (24 mm equivalent), f/2.8, focus 1 m to ∞; 4K/30fps video; 4000 x 3000 max photo size; ISO 100–25600
- Zoom camera: 1/2-inch CMOS, 48 MP, 21–75 mm focal length (113–405 mm equivalent), f/2.8–f/4.2, focus 5 m to ∞; 4K/30fps video; 8000 x 6000 max photo size; ISO 100–25600
- Thermal camera: uncooled VOx microbolometer, 640 x 512 (1,280 x 1,024 in super-resolution mode), 12 µm pixel pitch, 9.1 mm focal length (40 mm equivalent), f/1.0, 61° DFOV, focus 5 m to ∞; NETD ≤50 mK @ F1.0; temperature range -20°C to 150°C (high gain) and 0°C to 500°C (low gain); accuracy ±2°C or ±2%; palettes include White Hot, Black Hot, Iron Red, and seven additional options
- Laser rangefinder: 3–1,200 m measuring range at 20% reflectivity on a 0.5 x 12 m vertical surface; wavelength 905 nm; accuracy ±(0.2 m + D × 0.15%); Class 1M eye safety rating
- FPV camera: 1920 x 1080, 161° DFOV, 30 fps for wide-angle situational awareness during flight
Field-attachable accessories (currently stocked at DSLRPros):
- CZI LP12 Spotlight and Loudspeaker 2-in-1 Payload: combined spotlight and 120 dB loudspeaker in a single mounting unit; illuminates to 100 m; for SAR, public safety, and perimeter operations on the M30 Series
- JZ Drones M30 Quick Search Kit (Spotlight and Speaker): integrated spotlight and speaker accessory kit purpose-built for M30 Series search operations; SAR and public safety configuration
Ground support and control hardware:
- RC Plus Controller (for Matrice 30/300 RTK/350 RTK): 7.02-inch LCD touchscreen at 1920 x 1200 px and 1,200 cd/m² brightness; IP54-rated; internal battery 6,500 mAh @ 7.2V with approx. 3 hours 18 minutes runtime; external WB37 battery adds approx. 2 hours 42 minutes; combined runtime approx. 6 hours; charge via USB-C, max 65W; O3 Enterprise transmission
- DJI TB30 Intelligent Flight Battery: 5,880 mAh, 26.1V, Li-ion 6S, 131.6 Wh, approx. 685 g per battery; self-heating activates automatically below 10°C; aircraft uses two batteries per flight
- BS30 Intelligent Battery Station: 525W output; charges two TB30 batteries simultaneously — approximately 30 minutes from 20% to 90%, approximately 50 minutes from 0% to 100%; also charges WB37 controller battery; USB-C port at max 65W; USB-A at max 10W; IP55 (cover closed)
RTK and positioning hardware (stocked at DSLRPros):
- DJI D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station + Survey Pole and Tripod Kit: complete RTK base station bundle with field deployment hardware for survey and mapping workflows requiring centimeter-level geotagging
- DJI D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station (Base Only): RTK base station for operators who already have compatible pole and tripod hardware
- DJI D-RTK 3 Survey Pole and Tripod Kit: field mounting hardware for the D-RTK 3 station, sold separately for operators expanding existing RTK setups
- DJI D-RTK 3 Relay Fixed Deployment Version: extends effective transmission in obstructed environments near buildings, towers, and complex terrain
What the Matrice 30T Delivers Across Field Operations
- Four-sensor integration: wide, zoom, thermal, and laser rangefinder operate simultaneously from a single gimbal without payload swapping or reconfiguration between missions
- IP55 protection: aircraft, RC Plus controller (IP54), and BS30 station (IP55) all carry ingress protection ratings for sustained operation in rain, dust, and harsh field conditions
- 41-minute flight time: forward flight endurance across inspection, SAR, and thermal survey missions from a single pair of TB30 batteries
- 1,200 m laser rangefinder: measures distance and coordinates to targets up to 1,200 m at ±(0.2 m + D × 0.15%) accuracy; real-time GPS coordinate embedding per measurement
- Thermal sensitivity: ≤50 mK NETD for detection of personnel in low-visibility conditions, identification of electrical hotspots, and fire perimeter tracking through smoke
- RTK accuracy: 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal positioning from the integrated module, supporting survey-grade workflows and accurate waypoint execution
- O3 Enterprise transmission: 15 km FCC range; dual-frequency 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz with intelligent switching; supports 4G dongle for enhanced cellular link
- High-altitude capability: service ceiling of 7,000 m with the optional 1676 high-altitude propellers for mountain search and rescue and elevated inspection programs
- 48 MP zoom camera: 113–405 mm equivalent focal length (21–75 mm actual) for standoff identification, infrastructure detail, and subject confirmation at distance
- Vision and infrared sensing: forward 0.6–38 m obstacle sensing; all-direction 0.5–33 m; infrared 0.1–10 m; built-in ADS-B receiver for airspace awareness
- 30-minute battery turnaround: BS30 charges two TB30 batteries from 20% to 90% in approximately 30 minutes to support back-to-back sortie cycles
- Local Data Mode: restricts external data transmission for operations where network isolation is required
Where the Matrice 30T Gets Deployed
- Search and rescue: thermal camera locates personnel in darkness, dense vegetation, and smoke while zoom camera provides visual confirmation and laser rangefinder delivers GPS coordinates to ground teams
- Firefighting: thermal imaging tracks fire perimeter and hotspot activity through smoke and haze; temperature alert function flags areas exceeding defined thresholds in real time
- Power line inspection: zoom camera at 405 mm equivalent focal length documents conductor hardware and fittings at safe standoff distances; laser rangefinder measures clearance distances per span
- Public safety and law enforcement: 48 MP zoom at 405 mm equivalent provides subject identification at standoff; FPV camera maintains scene awareness; ADS-B monitors shared airspace
- Infrastructure inspection: bridges, towers, substations, and industrial equipment documented from a single aircraft with thermal for hotspot detection and zoom for visual defect identification
- Nighttime operations: thermal camera and built-in auxiliary lights extend operational capability into low-light environments; CZI LP12 or JZ Quick Search Kit adds illumination and audio broadcast capability
- Survey and mapping with RTK: integrated RTK module with D-RTK 3 base station delivers centimeter-level geotagging for mapping and inspection workflows requiring positional accuracy
- Disaster assessment: rapid deployment from folded state, IP55 weather resistance, and thermal imaging capability support damage assessment and survivor location in complex post-event environments
DJI Pilot 2, FlightHub 2, and Matrice 30T Workflow Integration
The Matrice 30T runs DJI Pilot 2 through the RC Plus controller for mission planning, autonomous route execution, and real-time camera control across all four sensors simultaneously. Mission types include waypoint, area, linear, and mapping routes with terrain-following capability and customizable survey parameters. The thermal camera feeds a live radiometric stream with spot and area temperature measurement tools accessible during flight, and temperature alert thresholds can be configured per mission.
DJI FlightHub 2 handles cloud-based fleet management, live mission monitoring, and data coordination across teams. Local Data Mode restricts all external data transmission for sensitive operations, and AES-256 video encryption is available for secure feeds. The Mobile SDK 5 and Cloud API support custom application and workflow development for organizations integrating the M30T into broader operational platforms. The RC Plus controller pairs directly with the D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station for Custom Network RTK or fixed base station positioning across survey and mapping sorties.
Choosing the Right Matrice 30T Configuration for Your Mission
- Aircraft only vs. bundle: the Matrice 30T with BS30 is the recommended starting point — the BS30 charges both aircraft batteries simultaneously in approximately 30 minutes, which is essential for sustained multi-sortie operations; purchasing without a charging station requires sourcing an alternative charging solution
- Spotlight and speaker: the CZI LP12 is a single unit combining both functions; the JZ Drones Quick Search Kit is an alternative configuration optimized for search scenarios where separate mounting positions for light and audio are preferred
- RTK positioning: the D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station + Survey Pole and Tripod Kit bundle is the complete base station setup for survey and mapping workflows; the base-only option suits operators already equipped with compatible field hardware
- D-RTK 3 Relay: add when the operating site has obstructed line of sight between the aircraft and RC Plus controller — near tall buildings, behind ridgelines, or in complex terrain where O3 Enterprise range is limited
- High-altitude operations: the 1676 high-altitude propellers (not currently stocked in this collection) extend the service ceiling from 5,000 m to 7,000 m for mountain SAR and elevated inspection programs — contact DSLRPros for sourcing
The Matrice 30T is the compact enterprise thermal platform for programs that need all four sensors — wide, zoom, thermal, and laser rangefinder — in a single aircraft that fits in a backpack, deploys in under three minutes, and operates across the full range of conditions that inspection, public safety, and SAR programs encounter in the field.
DSLRPros is an authorized DJI Enterprise Gold Partner stocking the Matrice 30T with BS30, the full accessory lineup, and the D-RTK 3 RTK positioning ecosystem. Our pre-sale team provides configuration guidance for every order — whether you are standing up a new program or expanding an existing M30 Series fleet. Shop the DJI Matrice 30T collection at DSLRPros today or contact us to request a quote.
FAQs
What is the DJI Matrice 30T and how does it differ from the standard Matrice 30?
The Matrice 30T is the thermal variant of the DJI Matrice 30 Series, featuring four integrated sensors: a 12 MP wide camera, a 48 MP zoom camera, a 640 x 512 radiometric thermal camera, and a 1,200 m laser rangefinder. The standard Matrice 30 (M30) carries three sensors — wide, zoom, and laser rangefinder — but does not include the thermal camera. Both aircraft share the same airframe, battery, controller, and accessory ecosystem. DSLRPros stocks the Matrice 30T; contact us for M30 availability.
What are the Matrice 30T's thermal camera specifications?
The thermal camera uses an uncooled VOx microbolometer with a 640 x 512 resolution (1,280 x 1,024 in super-resolution mode), 12 µm pixel pitch, f/1.0 aperture, 61° DFOV, and a 40 mm equivalent focal length. Thermal sensitivity is ≤50 mK NETD. Temperature measurement covers -20°C to 150°C in high gain mode and 0°C to 500°C in low gain mode, with accuracy of ±2°C or ±2%, whichever is larger. Spot Meter and Area Measurement modes are supported, and temperature alerts can be configured to trigger when a defined threshold is exceeded.
What is the zoom camera's magnification range on the Matrice 30T?
The zoom camera uses a 21–75 mm focal length lens (equivalent to 113–405 mm in 35 mm format), giving it an optical zoom ratio across that range. It has a 1/2-inch CMOS sensor with 48 MP effective resolution and a maximum aperture of f/2.8 at the wide end and f/4.2 at the tele end. Maximum photo size is 8000 x 6000 pixels and maximum video resolution is 3840 x 2160 (4K). Focus range starts at 5 m.
How does the BS30 Intelligent Battery Station charge the TB30 batteries?
The BS30 charges two TB30 batteries simultaneously at 26.1V and 8.9A per port from its 525W total output. Charging two batteries from 20% to 90% takes approximately 30 minutes; from 0% to 100% takes approximately 50 minutes. It also charges the WB37 controller battery and includes a USB-C port at up to 65W and a USB-A port at up to 10W for field device charging. The BS30 is IP55-rated with the cover closed and operates between -20°C and 40°C.
Does the Matrice 30T support RTK positioning and what accuracy does it achieve?
Yes. The Matrice 30T includes a built-in RTK module that, when paired with a compatible RTK base station such as the DJI D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station, delivers 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal and 1.5 cm + 1 ppm vertical positioning accuracy. When RTK is active, GLONASS is also added to the GPS, Galileo, and BeiDou constellation support. RTK-fixed positioning provides ±0.1 m hover accuracy in both vertical and horizontal axes, compared to ±0.5 m with GNSS alone.
What accessories are compatible with the Matrice 30T at DSLRPros?
DSLRPros stocks the CZI LP12 Spotlight and Loudspeaker 2-in-1 Payload (120 dB audio, 100 m illumination range), the JZ Drones M30 Quick Search Kit (combined spotlight and speaker for SAR operations), the DJI D-RTK 3 Multifunctional Station in bundle and base-only configurations, the D-RTK 3 Survey Pole and Tripod Kit, the D-RTK 3 Relay Fixed Deployment Version for obstructed environments, the DJI RC Plus Controller, and replacement TB30 Intelligent Flight Batteries. Contact DSLRPros if you need a specific accessory not listed in the collection.



















