This Drone Has Been Retired
But the Matrice 4T and 4TD now do that same job quieter, lighter, and with faster batteries — and the whole kit fits in one case. This is the upgrade, and it's a big one!
Click the links below to shop all of our Matrice 4T or 4TD kits, or scroll down to see some of our popular Deer Recovery Kits.
Learn More About The
Kits That Replace the 30T
The M30T earned every one of the thousands of hours we put on it. But the Matrice 4T and 4TD now do that same job quieter, lighter, and with faster batteries — and the whole kit fits in one case. This is the upgrade, and it's a big one!
How Does It Stack Up?
Compare the the Matrice 30T vs. Matrice 4T
DJI Matrice 4TD
DJI Matrice 4T
DJI Matrice 30T
Entire Elite Kit fits in Hardcover Carrying Case
Entire Ultimate Kit fits in one small hardcover case
Drone Case + Battery Charging Case
Rain Proof IP55 Weather Rating
Rain-proof (in our testing -( add link to video)).
No Manufacturer rating given.
Rain-proof in our experience
IP55 rating by Manufacturer
Handles up to 40 MPH wind
Handles up to 30MPH wind
Handles up to 45MPH wind
38-40 Min w/ Spotlight (100-15%)
30 Min w/ Light (100%-15%)
30 Min w/ Light (100%-15%)
28-29 Min per battery 15-90%
50 Min per battery 15-90%
Unlimited Flight Time w/ 3 100W chargers & 6 batteries
25 Min per set (15-90%)
Unlimited Flight Time w/ Battery Charging Station & 8 batteries
Fantastic
Fantastic
Fantastic
Identify Deer From 200ft
Identify Details on Deer from 200ft
Identify Details on Deer from 300ft
2X Better
2x better
Good
50-70% Quieter than 30T
50-70% Quieter
Louder
47 MPH
34 MPH
50 MPH
See the Difference!
Normal Camera VS Thermal Camera
One of the best ways to truly find a down deer is with a thermal camera! Just like hunters wear camouflage, deer blend in to their surroundings! Thermal allows us to heat track deer from the air. You have to see it to believe it!
Normal Camera
Thermal Camera
Getting Closer
Zoning In VS Zooming In
Thermal is a great way to zone into where the deer is. Zooming in is where you confirm.
Thermal Camera
200X Zoom Camera
FAQ
Have a question ? We are here to help.
How many cameras does the drone have?
The Matrice 30T has three main cameras: wide, thermal & 200x zoom and a FPV camera.
What are the camera resolutions, and can they do high-quality video and picture?
Yes - they can take high-quality stills and photos. The camera specs are:
Zoom Camera
Max video resolution: 3840×2160 (4k)
Max photo resolution: 8000×6000
Camera sensor: 1/2" CMOS, Effective pixels: 48M
Wide Camera
Max video resolution: 3840×2160 (4k)
Max photo resolution: 4000×3000
Camera sensor: 1/2" CMOS, Effective pixels: 12M
Thermal Camera
Infrared Image Super-resolution Mode: 1280×1024
Normal Mode: 640×512
Max video resolution: 3840×2160 (4k)
Max photo resolution: 4000×3000
Camera sensor: 1/2" CMOS, Effective pixels: 12M
What's the range I can control the drone from?
It depends on signal interference and obstructions - with little to no interference you can control from 5 miles. Legally you need to remain within visual line of sight (VLOS)
Can i use this drone for other business as well?
Absolutely yes. It's one of the best commercially available thermal drones, and there are many other profitable niches you could explore. Solar panel inspections, roof inspections and more.
How does the Matrice 30T compare to cheaper drones like the Mavic 3T.
Full review video is in the works - but here's the short version. The Mavic 3T does fine in some situations, but there's plenty of scenarios where it struggles.
Two of the biggest drawbacks:
- 50x zoom instead of 200x zoom.
- Can't fly the Mavic 3T in weather - while the Matrice 30T can be flow in rain, snow & wind up to 50mph.
- Technically the same thermal specs, but the Mavic 3T has a smaller sensor size, so the image quality not the same as the Matrice 30T.
What is the flight time?
The specs will tell you 41 minutes, but swapping batteries every 30 minutes is typical. It's a good practice to land with at least 15% battery.
How much money will I be able to make doing recoveries?
It's a great question and one that is different for everyone. Here's some of the questions we'd ask to help you come to a conclusion.
- What's hunting like in your area?
- How many deer are harvested every year in the surrounding counties?
- Are dog trackers consistently busy?
- What are other drone pilots in your area charging?
- How willing are you to work nights and weekends?
How hard is it to learn to fly this drone?
Drones are the easiest aircraft to learn to fly. The Matrice 30T is armed with sensors on each side, so during daylight flying it will stop itself from flying into things it senses.
Unlike fixed-wing aircraft, when you let go of the controls, the drone will automatically come to a stop and hover in place - making it very easy to regain control.
We offer one-day training events to help beginners go from noobie to confident in a single day.
Do I need a license to fly this drone?
No - if you are flying for your own recreational use, you don't need any license. If you intend to offer a professional service to others, and generate cash, you need to get the Part 107 Commercial Drone License.