DJI Matrice 400 vs Matrice 4T: Heavy-Lift vs Compact Thermal
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| Feature | DJI Matrice 400 | DJI Matrice 4T |
|---|---|---|
| Max Takeoff Weight | 15.8 kg | - |
| Max Payload | 6 kg at the third gimbal connector (screw-lock); 1,400 g single gimbal | Integrated sensors (200 g accessory limit) |
| Flight Time | 59 min (measured with H30T payload) | 49 min (no payload) |
| Transmission | O4 Enterprise Enhanced, 40 km FCC (one-way, unobstructed) | - |
| Obstacle Sensing | LiDAR + mmWave + omni vision | Omnidirectional vision |
| IP Rating | IP55 | - |
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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 4T
Compact All-in-One Thermal
The M4T integrates thermal, zoom and wide sensors into a compact, foldable enterprise drone a single operator deploys in minutes.
Pros
- One-person deploy
- Highly portable
- Integrated 640×512 thermal
- Integrated RTK
- Lower cost
Cons
- Fixed sensors — no payload swap
- No LiDAR option
- Smaller thermal sensor than H30T-class payloads
Best For
Our Expert Verdict
Different tools for different jobs: the Matrice 400 is an open payload platform that carries survey-grade LiDAR and the H30T thermal payload; the M4T is a self-contained thermal inspection aircraft that fits in a backpack. Neither replaces the other.
Choose DJI Matrice 400 if...
Choose the Matrice 400 for LiDAR mapping, heavy payloads, and missions that need the H30T's larger thermal sensor.
Choose DJI Matrice 4T if...
Choose the M4T for fast, portable thermal inspections a single operator can run.
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DJI Matrice 400
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Matrice 4T carry a LiDAR payload?
No — the M4T's sensors are fixed and its accessory limit is 200 g. For drone LiDAR the aircraft is the Matrice 400 with the Zenmuse L3, or an M350/M300 RTK with the Zenmuse L2.
Where do these specifications come from?
From DJI's official specification pages for each aircraft, captured and verified August 2026. DJI publishes no spec-sheet PDF for these platforms; its official user manuals are free downloads in our equipment spec-sheet library.
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Industries That Benefit From This Technology
DJI Matrice 400 and DJI Matrice 4T technology drives innovation across these key industries.
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Immersive property tours and marketing assets
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As-built documentation, progress monitoring, and scan data for BIM
Hospitality
Hotel virtual tours and event space showcases
Warehouses & Logistics
Warehouse documentation and facility planning
Sports & Entertainment
Stadium documentation and venue tours
Utilities
Infrastructure mapping and corridor surveys
Available Nationwide
The Future 3D provides professional 3D scanning services across the United States.
Florida (Headquarters)
Northeast
West Coast
South & Midwest
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