DJI Matrice 400 vs Matrice 300 RTK: Flagship Meets Proven Workhorse
An expert comparison to help you choose the right equipment for your project.
| Feature | DJI Matrice 400 | DJI Matrice 300 RTK |
|---|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 15.8 kg | 9.0 kg |
| Max Payload | 6 kg at the third gimbal connector (screw-lock); 1,400 g single gimbal | 2.7 kg (user manual v4.0) |
| Flight Time | 59 min (measured with H30T payload) | 55 min (no payload); 45 min forward flight with a 700 g load |
| Transmission | O4 Enterprise Enhanced, 40 km FCC (one-way, unobstructed) | OcuSync Enterprise, 15 km (FCC) |
| Obstacle Sensing | LiDAR + mmWave + omni vision | Vision + infrared |
| IP Rating | IP55 | IP45 |
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DJI Matrice 400
Flagship Heavy-Lift Platform
DJI's flagship enterprise platform (official name "DJI Matrice 400" — no RTK suffix): 6 kg payload capacity, LiDAR + mmWave obstacle sensing, and the only aircraft that carries the Zenmuse L3.
Pros
- 6 kg at the third gimbal connector, at sea level
- Carries Zenmuse L3
- Rotating LiDAR + mmWave radar sensing
- RTK heading better than 2°
- 59-min flight time measured with an H30T fitted
Cons
- Heavier logistics (9.7 kg takeoff weight)
- Newer platform, smaller installed base
- No H20-series or L1 support
Best For
DJI Matrice 300 RTK
Proven Enterprise Workhorse
The M300 RTK is a proven enterprise platform in active service — 55-minute flight time (no payload), support for up to three payloads at once, and the widest third-party payload ecosystem in the class.
Pros
- Published 2.7 kg payload figure
- Triple payload support
- Hot-swappable batteries
- Widest third-party payload ecosystem
- Lower acquisition cost
Cons
- IP45 rather than IP55
- Shorter 15 km transmission range
- No Zenmuse L3 support — the L3 flies on the Matrice 400 only
Best For
Our Expert Verdict
The Matrice 400 is the flagship — more payload, longer transmission, LiDAR + mmWave sensing, and exclusive Zenmuse L3 support. The M300 RTK is the proven workhorse of the fleet: triple-payload support, the widest third-party ecosystem, and a published 2.7 kg payload figure. Both are active platforms — the right one depends on the mission.
Choose DJI Matrice 400 if...
Choose the Matrice 400 for L3-class LiDAR, obstacle-rich environments, and maximum endurance.
Choose DJI Matrice 300 RTK if...
Choose the M300 RTK for established M300 workflows, third-party payloads, and multi-sensor missions on a tighter budget.
Download the Spec Sheets
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DJI Matrice 400
Source: enterprise.dji.com ↗
DJI Matrice 300 RTK
Source: dji.com ↗
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Matrice 300 RTK still worth flying?
Yes — the M300 RTK remains in active service with a published 2.7 kg payload capacity, triple-payload support and the widest third-party payload ecosystem of the family. What it cannot do is carry the Zenmuse L3, which DJI lists for the Matrice 400 only — so L3-class LiDAR missions go to the M400.
Where do these specifications come from?
DJI Matrice 400 figures come from DJI's official specification page, captured and verified August 2026. Matrice 300 RTK figures come from DJI's official M300 RTK support-page specifications and user manual v4.0, captured August 2026. DJI publishes no spec-sheet PDF for either platform.
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DJI Matrice 400 RTK
Flagship Heavy-Lift LiDAR Platform
DJI Matrice 300 RTK
Proven Enterprise Workhorse
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