Energy and utilities
Plan repeatable thermal and visual surveys of solar assets, substations and utility sites. Interpretation requires suitable conditions and qualified review.
DJI Enterprise · Dock-based operationsDJI Dock 4
DJI Dock 4
with Matrice 5TD
Repeatable thermal inspection. A clearer view of your assets.
Combine dock-based deployment with native 1280 × 1024 thermal imaging, visible-light detail and repeatable FlightHub workflows. Assess how the bundle fits inspection, condition monitoring and security across African sites.
Available as a bundle · Quotation required
<25 secondsDJI-stated battery swap*
59 minutesMaximum flight time*
1280 × 1024Native thermal resolution
11×Telephoto camera
*Manufacturer test figures, not guaranteed mission performance. Swap timing is distinct from the stated <45-second operational turnaround.
Thermal insight. Operational context.
Mining and industrial sites
Add aerial context to inspection, plant monitoring and remote site awareness without assuming every defect is visible from the air.
Security and response
Support permitted patrol, incident assessment and control-room awareness with visible and thermal views.
From battery swap to actionable information
01 · swap
Battery swapping, not a charging pause
Dock 4 exchanges the aircraft battery automatically. DJI states a battery swap of under 25 seconds and an operational turnaround of under 45 seconds. These are different timings, not interchangeable promises.
02 · endurance
More time over the site
Matrice 5TD has a stated maximum flight time of 59 minutes. The presentation separately quotes 48 minutes of practical operating time. Actual endurance depends on payload, weather, route and operating reserve.
03 · thermal
Thermal detail at 1280 × 1024
The thermal camera captures native 1280 × 1024 imagery, with a super-resolution mode up to 2560 × 2048. Super-resolution is processed output, not a larger native detector. PIP and MSX fusion support visual context.
04 · zoom
Wide, medium and 11× telephoto views
Three 50 MP visible-light cameras combine a wide-angle view, a 3× medium telephoto view and an 11× super telephoto view. DJI specifies up to 176× hybrid zoom and a laser rangefinder up to 3 km under its stated test conditions.
05 · night
RYYB telephoto imaging after dark
The 11× telephoto camera uses an RYYB sensor for low-light imaging. Near-infrared supplemental illumination supports night viewing. Compare the original demonstration footage rather than assuming performance in every lighting condition.
06 · connectivity
O4 connectivity and dual cellular links
The O4 Ground Station elevates positioning and transmission above ground-level obstructions. The aircraft includes dual 4G connectivity, with link fusion and supported station roaming. Frequency bands and range depend on the region, installation and operating conditions.
07 · safety
Layered sensing and operating safeguards
Six full-colour obstacle-sensing cameras combine with integrated sensing modules. Altitude alerts, supported Remote ID detection and the independent flight termination system add safeguards. Sensing does not guarantee obstacle avoidance or authorise a flight.
08 · accessories
Light, communication and parachute options
DJI names the AL2D spotlight, AS2D speaker and AP1 parachute in its released specification and lists them in the launch presentation. The spotlight adjusts with the lens, and the speaker supports push-to-talk. Accessory selection, legal use and bundle inclusion are confirmed in the quotation.
09 · intelligence
Detection and dispatch in one workflow
DJI presents onboard AI target detection alongside FlightHub 2 dispatch, Analyzer Pro, Copilot, annotations and evidence workflows. Feature availability depends on software version, licence, region and deployment. AI detections require operator review.
10 · integration
Connect operations to the control room
FlightHub integrations include OpenAPI, Sync, MQTT, event interfaces and SSO. The presentation illustrates VMS, CAD and SCADA connections. These are integration capabilities, not a promise of a preconfigured connector to every third-party platform.
11 · deployment
Plan the complete deployment
Assess power, network coverage, O4 placement, site access, take-off and return paths, landing areas, aviation permissions and operator responsibilities before commissioning. IP56 applies to Dock 4 and IP55 to Matrice 5TD. The stated operating range is −40 °C to 50 °C.
12 · roadmap
Launch features are not future firmware
The deck marks RC Plus 2 emergency control and Cloud API support for the end-October 2026 firmware roadmap. Vehicle deployment and other capabilities are listed for January 2027. Confirm released firmware and regional support before relying on any roadmap function.
Turn a dock into an operating programme
A successful deployment needs more than a dock and aircraft. Explore our enablement programme to plan the operational model, system integration, people, processes and support around your application.
Dock 4 can be assessed alongside Dock 3 for the right mission and site. Permissions, service scope and deployment responsibilities are confirmed for each project.
Explore the GoThermal enablement programmeStart with your operating requirement
Site and mission assessment
Deployment and integration scope
Operational responsibilities
Training and ongoing support
Programme components are scoped by agreement, not automatically included with the hardware bundle.
Specify the system before you buy
Dock 4 and Matrice 5TD are offered together at this stage. Your quotation must confirm the regional package, O4 Ground Station, battery quantities, software licences, selected accessories and deployment services. Do not assume that every item demonstrated in a video is included.
Discuss your site requirementsExplore the Dock 4 feature videos
Start with the core capabilities, then open the complete library of imaging, safety, software and integration demonstrations. Videos load only when played.
Open the full demonstration library: 27 more feature videos
DJI demonstrations illustrate capabilities under their recorded conditions. Interface functions may depend on firmware, region and licence. Comparison videos are labelled by aircraft generation.
Key Dock 4 and Matrice 5TD specifications
| Parameter | Bundle specification |
|---|---|
| Commercial offering | DJI Dock 4 with DJI Matrice 5TD, bundle only |
| Dock protection | IP56 |
| Aircraft protection | IP55 |
| Stated operating temperature | −40 °C to 50 °C |
| Dock input power | Max 2000 W; installation site supply must exceed 2200 W |
| Maximum flight time | 59 minutes; DJI test conditions apply |
| Maximum hover time | 55 minutes; DJI test conditions apply |
| Aircraft payload capacity | 450 g |
| Battery swap | Under 25 seconds; see timing definition |
| Operational turnaround | Under 45 seconds; see timing definition |
| Battery charging | 15% to 95% in 27 minutes at 25 °C |
| Aircraft battery charging temperature | 10 °C to 55 °C per released DJI specification |
| Thermal camera | 1280 × 1024 native; up to 2560 × 2048 super-resolution |
| Visible cameras | 50 MP wide, 50 MP medium telephoto, 50 MP super telephoto |
| Optical views | Wide / 3× medium telephoto / 11× telephoto |
| Maximum hybrid zoom | 176×; not an optical zoom value |
| Laser rangefinder | Up to 3000 m at 25% target reflectivity |
| Aircraft maximum take-off weight | 3050 g |
| Dock weight | 66 kg, without compartment batteries or aircraft |
| Closed dock dimensions | 639 × 640 × 836 mm |
| Transmission | DJI O4 Enterprise Enhanced; regional limits apply |
Source: DJI official Dock 4 specifications and download pages, released 14 October 2026. Values are manufacturer test figures; confirm the regional specification, accessory set and released firmware before detailed design. The released specification states a maximum dock input power of 2000 W, while the installation manual requires a site supply above 2200 W: these are different quantities, not a conflict.
Official DJI references: Dock 4 specifications · Dock 4 downloads and manuals · Dock 4 and Matrice 5TD user manual · Installation and setup manual
Dock 4 bundle questions
Can I buy Dock 4 or Matrice 5TD separately?
At this stage, this offering is available only as a Dock 4 and Matrice 5TD bundle. Request a quotation for the confirmed regional package. Batteries, O4 hardware, accessories, licences and deployment services must be itemised in that quotation.
Does battery swapping mean uninterrupted flight?
No. The aircraft must return, land, exchange its battery and relaunch. DJI distinguishes the battery-swap timing from the overall operational turnaround. Weather, energy reserves and mission planning still apply.
Is 2560 × 2048 the native thermal resolution?
No. Native thermal resolution is 1280 × 1024. The higher figure is the super-resolution output mode.
Is the bundle approved for BVLOS operations in South Africa?
Hardware capabilities and overseas compliance packages do not grant South African operating approval. BVLOS and other regulated operations require the relevant aviation permissions, approved operating procedures and qualified operators.
Are all software and integration features available immediately?
No. Availability depends on firmware, FlightHub licence, region and deployment. The presentation includes future firmware items. Confirm released functionality as part of the quotation and commissioning scope.
What affects site suitability?
Power provision, internet and cellular coverage, O4 positioning, airspace, safe take-off and landing areas, access, environmental conditions and operational requirements all need assessment.
How does this compare with Dock 3 and Matrice 4TD?
The presentation lists automatic battery swapping, a 59-minute maximum flight time, native 1280 × 1024 thermal imaging and 11× telephoto imaging for the new bundle. Compare mission requirements and deployment constraints, not headline specifications alone.
Request your Dock 4 bundle quotation
Tell us your application, location, operating area and deployment requirements. We will confirm the regional bundle and scope rather than assume every accessory or software option is included.
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