Mining and heavy industry
Survey stockpiles, monitor haul roads and inspect plant and electrical infrastructure with one aircraft able to carry thermal and visual detail together.
DJI Enterprise - Compact flagship
DJI Matrice 5T
DJI Matrice 5T
Always in its element
One aircraft for inspection, security, surveying and emergency response. Native 1K thermal imaging, three 50 MP cameras and a rotating LiDAR, ready for demanding conditions across Africa.
The DJI Matrice 5T is the compact flagship of the DJI Matrice 5 series. It pairs a native 1K thermal camera with three 50 MP visible cameras, a 360 degree rotating LiDAR, three-directional mmWave radar and six-directional vision sensing, all in an IP55 airframe rated from -20 to 50 degrees C. It is built for teams that fly the same aircraft over powerlines, rooftops, plant, ports and incident scenes.
*Manufacturer test figures. Actual performance depends on payload, weather, altitude, route and operating reserve. Values are quoted from DJI's released specification for the Matrice 5T.
Applications across Africa
Security and public safety
Support patrol, perimeter observation, incident awareness and search and rescue, including night operations with the NIR auxiliary light and thermal imaging.
Utilities and energy
Inspect powerlines, substations, solar fields and wind assets where thermal anomalies and long-range visual detail matter, with laser rangefinding to confirm clearance and distance.
Infrastructure and inspection
Assess bridges, towers, buildings and industrial structures from a safe standoff, capturing both the visual condition and the heat signature in a single flight.
What the Matrice 5T brings to the field
01
Native 1K thermal imaging
The thermal camera delivers a native 1280 x 1024 resolution, four times the pixel count of a standard 640 x 512 detector. UHR Infrared Image mode outputs 2560 x 2048 at 30 fps, which is processed super-resolution and not a larger native detector.
02
Enhanced night vision
An NIR auxiliary light and a 50 MP telephoto camera support low-light inspection and observation. Night capability depends on the scene, the available light and the operating mode in use.
03
Three 50 MP visible cameras
A wide, a medium telephoto and a telephoto camera each capture 50 MP stills, combining wide situational views with long-range detail. Hybrid zoom reaches 176x on the telephoto camera.
04
Laser rangefinding to 3 km
The integrated laser rangefinder measures distance up to 3000 m at 25 percent target reflectivity, supporting measurement and target geolocation workflows.
05
Omnidirectional sensing
A 360 degree rotating LiDAR, three-directional mmWave radar, six-directional fisheye vision and a downward ToF sensor build a layered picture of the aircraft surroundings.
06
59 minutes of flight time
DJI states a maximum flight time of 59 minutes and a maximum hover time of 54 minutes in no-wind conditions. Actual endurance depends on payload, weather, route and reserve.
07
O4 Enterprise and dual cellular
The DJI O4 Enterprise Enhanced system states up to 40 km transmission under IC conditions, with 130 ms latency. Two built-in Cellular Dongle 2 modules with dual SIM add backup links.
08
IP55 rated and weather ready
The airframe carries an IP55 rating and operates from -20 to 50 degrees C, so it can be scheduled around demanding field conditions rather than only perfect ones.
09
Open edge AI and Pilot 2 plugins
Onboard computing supports open AI workflows and DJI Pilot 2 plugins, so detection, measurement and reporting tasks can run closer to the aircraft.
10
Purpose-built accessories
The AL2 SpotLight and AS2 Speaker are made exclusively for the Matrice 5T, adding illumination, broadcasting, text to speech and a five colour strobe light for field operations.
11
FlightHub 2 and developer APIs
The aircraft supports remote control of flight, gimbal, PSDK accessories and route functions through DJI FlightHub 2, with Payload SDK, Mobile SDK and Cloud API options.
12
Compact and quick to deploy
Folding to 335 x 155 x 203 mm and weighing 2239 g with propellers, the aircraft travels easily between sites and can be airborne quickly for time critical work.
See heat and detail at the same time
The thermal camera captures a native 1280 x 1024 image, four times the pixel count of a standard 640 x 512 detector, so small temperature differences stay readable against busy backgrounds. A high gain mode covers -20 to 150 degrees C for routine electrical and mechanical inspection.
At night the aircraft combines thermal imaging with an NIR auxiliary light and a 50 MP telephoto camera. Thermal palette options include white hot, black hot, iron red, rainbow and others, so readings can be presented clearly in a report. All temperature values in our reports come from the radiometric data, not from a visual estimate.
See the Matrice 5T in action
Matrice 5T in operation
DJI Matrice 5T key specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Aircraft | |
| Takeoff weight (with propellers) | 2239 g |
| Maximum takeoff weight | 2639 g |
| Folded dimensions | 335 x 155 x 203 mm (L x W x H, with landing gear and gimbal) |
| Maximum payload | 400 g |
| Diagonal wheelbase | 572 mm |
| Maximum flight time (no wind) | 59 minutes |
| Maximum hover time (no wind) | 54 minutes |
| Maximum flight distance (no wind) | 45 km |
| Maximum wind speed resistance | 12 m/s |
| Maximum horizontal speed | 23 m/s (19 m/s sideways, 20 m/s backward, Sport mode) |
| Maximum takeoff altitude | 7000 m |
| Operating temperature | -20 to 50 degrees C, without solar radiation |
| Ingress protection | IP55 |
| GNSS | GPS + Galileo + BeiDou + GLONASS + QZSS |
| RTK positioning accuracy | RTK Fix: 1 cm + 1 ppm horizontal, 1.5 cm + 1 ppm vertical |
| Thermal camera | |
| Thermal sensor | Uncooled vanadium oxide (VOx), native 1280 x 1024 |
| Thermal pixel pitch | 8 micrometres |
| Thermal lens | DFOV 45 degrees, equivalent focal length 53 mm, aperture f/0.85 |
| Thermal sensitivity | NETD 50 mK or better at f/1.0, ambient 25 degrees C |
| UHR infrared image | 2560 x 2048 at 30 fps (processed output, not native detector size) |
| Temperature measurement range | High gain -20 to 150 degrees C; low gain 0 to 550 degrees C |
| Temperature measurement accuracy | High gain plus or minus 2 degrees C or 2 percent, whichever is greater |
| Visible light cameras | |
| Wide camera | 50 MP, 1/0.98 inch CMOS, 23.5 mm equivalent, f/1.8, DFOV 85.7 degrees |
| Medium telephoto camera | 50 MP, 1/1.28 inch CMOS, 70 mm equivalent, f/2.88, DFOV 35 degrees |
| Telephoto camera | 50 MP, 1/1.5 inch CMOS, 252 mm equivalent, f/2.8, DFOV 9.7 degrees |
| Maximum hybrid zoom | 176x (telephoto); not an optical zoom value |
| Laser rangefinding | Up to 3000 m at 25 percent reflectivity, Class 1 eye safe |
| Sensing and transmission | |
| Vision sensing | 6-direction fisheye vision system, plus downward ToF infrared sensor |
| Rotating LiDAR | 360 degree horizontal, 59 degree vertical, 250000 to 460000 points per second |
| mmWave radar | Three directional, forward, upward and downward |
| Transmission system | DJI O4 Enterprise Enhanced |
| Maximum transmission distance | 40 km (IC); 20 km (CE / SRRC / MIC, unobstructed, free of interference) |
| Video transmission latency | 130 ms under near-field interference-free conditions |
| Cellular connectivity | Two built-in DJI Cellular Dongle 2 modules, dual SIM (one eSIM and one nano SIM) |
| Power and control | |
| Intelligent flight battery | 10073 mAh, 21.36 V, 215.2 Wh rated, Li-ion 6S, 768 g |
| Charging | 515 W power adapter and charging hub, sequential charging of three batteries |
| Remote controller | DJI RC Plus 3 Enterprise, 7.44 inch 2000 nit screen, Android 16, IP54 |
Source: DJI official Matrice 5T specification page, published 5 November 2026. Values are manufacturer test figures. Confirm the regional configuration, accessory set and released firmware before detailed design or deployment.
Official DJI references: Matrice 5T overview · Matrice 5T specifications · Matrice 5T downloads
Downloads and official documents
- DJI Matrice 5T User Manual
- DJI Matrice 5T Maintenance Manual
- DJI Matrice 5T Quick Start Guide
- DJI Matrice 5T Safety Guidelines
- DJI Matrice 5T Charging Hub User Guide
- DJI Matrice 5T Series Release Notes
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DJI Matrice 5T questions
What is the difference between the DJI Matrice 5T and the Matrice 5TD?
The Matrice 5TD is the aircraft supplied as part of the DJI Dock 4 remote operations bundle. The Matrice 5T is the standalone, hand-deployed aircraft in the same Matrice 5 series. Both draw on the same 1K thermal and multi-sensor gimbal family. Confirm the configuration you need with us before ordering.
How does the Matrice 5T differ from the Matrice 4T and 4TD?
The Matrice 5T is the current generation aircraft, with a native 1280 x 1024 thermal detector, three 50 MP visible cameras, a rotating LiDAR, mmWave radar and a stated 59 minute maximum flight time. The Matrice 4T and 4TD are the previous generation. Compare mission requirements and the released specification rather than the model number alone.
Which app and software does the aircraft use?
The aircraft uses the DJI Pilot 2 application and software built on the DJI Mobile SDK. It integrates with DJI FlightHub 2 for remote flight control, gimbal control, PSDK accessories and route functions.
What flight time should we plan for?
DJI states a maximum of 59 minutes and a maximum hover time of 54 minutes under no-wind test conditions. Plan conservatively for real payloads, weather, altitude and reserve. We help size the route and battery strategy during project scoping.
Which accessories are compatible?
The DJI AL2 SpotLight and DJI AS2 Speaker are made exclusively for the DJI Matrice 5T. Matrice 5 series batteries and the 515 W charging hub are also supported. Accessory selection and inclusion are confirmed in the quotation.
Is the thermal resolution really 2560 x 2048?
No. The native thermal detector is 1280 x 1024. The 2560 x 2048 figure is the UHR Infrared Image output mode, which is processed super-resolution and not a larger native detector.
Can the Matrice 5T be flown beyond visual line of sight in South Africa?
Hardware capability does not grant operating approval. BVLOS and other regulated operations require the applicable South African aviation permissions, approved procedures and qualified operators. We can help scope the operational and compliance path.
What affects whether the aircraft suits our site?
Airspace and permissions, take-off and landing areas, site access, terrain and structures, radio and cellular coverage, environmental conditions and the operating role all matter. We assess these against the mission before recommending a configuration.
Can you supply training, spares and support?
Yes. GoUAV provides pilot and operator training, spares, service and support aligned to the operational role of the aircraft. Ask for these to be itemised in your quotation.
How is the DJI Matrice 5T quoted?
The aircraft is quoted per project, because the airframe, batteries, accessories, controller, software licences and support are configured to your mission. Send us your application, region and operating requirements and we will confirm the package.
Request a DJI Matrice 5T quotation
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