When you’re deploying drones for critical operations — whether that’s public safety, infrastructure inspection, or utility work — every second and every feature counts. That’s why DJI’s latest aircraft, the Matrice 4TD, is turning heads and setting a new benchmark in efficiency, reliability, and intelligent performance.
We recently took a deep dive into how it stacks up against the ever-popular Matrice 30T, and it’s safe to say: DJI have taken everything great about the 30T and supercharged it.
Here’s what stood out:
Rapid Deployment, Longer Flights No unfolding. No faff. The M4TD is ready to go instantly and boasts an impressive 54-minute max flight time. Pair that with lower operational costs thanks to a single battery system, and you’ve got a drone that’s engineered for agility and cost-effectiveness.
Connectivity That Goes the Distance The new O4 transmission system gives you a range of up to 25km with enhanced video quality and reduced latency. It’s also significantly quieter and comes with anti-ice props — ideal for tough environments and unpredictable weather.
Operate Smarter, Not Harder While the M30T supports dual-operator handoffs, the M4TD takes a different route with full virtual cockpit support through Flight Hub 2 — giving you complete control even from a remote command centre.
Unmatched Night Capability With full-colour night scene support, enhanced noise reduction, and integrated NIR auxiliary lighting, the M4TD thrives when the sun goes down. Whether you’re inspecting assets or tracking movement in low light, this drone sees what others can’t.
Precision Payloads With upgraded cameras, 3 visual zoom levels (1x, 3x, 7x), high-res gain thermal modes, and laser range finding up to 1800m — this drone is a sensor powerhouse, combining distance, clarity, and versatility in one rugged platform.
Smarter Mapping & Data Collection Features like real-time terrain following, multi-angle mapping modes, and intelligent recognition make the M4TD ideal for large-area surveys and search operations. You’re not just flying — you’re capturing actionable data faster than ever.
Enterprise-Ready by Design From faster charging (0-100% in 50 minutes) to a rugged controller with 1400 nits brightness, DJI’s accessories feel as considered as the drone itself. Everything works together seamlessly, so you can stay mission-ready.
The M30T is still a fantastic aircraft, and for certain use cases — like dual-operator workflows or max visual zoom during daytime ops — it may be the better fit. But for most professional pilots, the Matrice 4TD is an upgrade in almost every area.
DJI aren’t just pushing boundaries anymore — they’re setting new standards.
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