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Dock 4

Always There, Always Ready. DJI Dock 4 swaps batteries in 25 seconds [1] for 24/7 automatic operations, urgent or continuous. Its DJI Matrice 5TD features wide-angle and infrared cameras, mmWave radar, LiDAR, and AI that detects 17 object types. The DJI O4 Ground Station [2] unlocks complex sites, while the AI-powered workflow from DJI FlightHub 2 [3] streamlines every operation.

DJI Dock 4 Matrice 5TD combo

AIQ-0162

DJI’s first battery-swapping Dock combined with the multi-sensor Matrice 5TD for rapid-response, automated and continuous remote drone operations. A 25-second automated battery swap, up to 59 minutes of flight time, thermal and long-range visual imaging, integrated LiDAR and mmWave radar, and onboard AI make the system suited to public safety, infrastructure, energy, security and other operations requiring persistent aerial capability.

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Platform overview

Where Dock 4 earns its place

DJI Dock 4 is designed for organisations that need an aircraft positioned in the field and ready to respond without waiting for a pilot to travel to site. Its automatic battery-swapping system can replace the Matrice 5TD battery in 25 seconds [1], allowing the aircraft to return to service quickly for urgent callouts, repeat inspections and operations requiring sustained aerial coverage. Through DJI FlightHub 2 and the DJI O4 Ground Station [2], operators can remotely dispatch the aircraft, view low-latency live video and manage automated missions from another location. During supported FlyTo tasks, the Matrice 5TD can travel to the scene at up to 21 m/s [4] and remain airborne for up to 59 minutes [5], helping teams access current site information sooner. The Matrice 5TD combines visible-light and thermal imaging, laser ranging, LiDAR, millimetre-wave radar and onboard AI capable of detecting 17 object types. This gives the platform the sensing and imaging capabilities needed for emergency response, site security, infrastructure inspection and other operations requiring reliable information during the day or at night. The result is a remote drone platform built for rapid response and repeated operation. Automatic battery swapping reduces the time between flights, while DJI FlightHub 2 brings live views, mission control, alerts, data analysis and reporting into one connected workflow.

Automatic battery swapping completed in 25 seconds [1]
Up to 59 minutes of flight time with the Matrice 5TD [5]
Live views, remote dispatch and automated workflows through DJI FlightHub 2
Visible, thermal, ranging and obstacle-sensing systems in one aircraft

Adaptability

Adaptability- Master All Environments

Rugged and Dependable

Dock 4 is designed to safeguard its internal systems from external conditions by encapsulating electronic components, allowing for seamless deployment even in harsh environments.

IP56: DJI Dock 4
IP55: DJI Matrice 5TD

Wind Resistance

The Matrice 5TD can achieve stable takeoff and landing in winds up to 12m/s, and stay in the air for up to 55 minutes.

Temperature Resistant

DJI Dock 4 is built to operate reliably in a wide range of temperatures, from extreme cold through to high heat. It can operate in temperatures as low as -40°C after preheating, and up to 50°C, allowing automated operations and aircraft charging to continue across demanding field environments.

Low-Noise and Anti-Ice Propellers

The Matrice 5TD is equipped with propellers designed to reduce operational noise during flight and can maintain stable performance even in freezing rain.

Rapid Response

Airborne on Alert, Ahead of Ground Crews

The drone launches as soon as the cover opens, flying to the scene at up to 21 m/s ^[4] to arrive ahead of ground crews and instantly stream the live video.

Hot Swap

Swap, Relay, Sustain

For continuous tasks like emergency response, the dock completes a fully automatic battery swap in just 25 seconds ^[1], cutting the turnaround between flights from a 30-minute recharge to just seconds.

25-Second Battery Swap
Fully automatic battery swapping takes just 25 seconds [1]. The previous flight's data transfers automatically during the swap.
Extended Endurance
Wide Operating Temperature Range
Task Relay

Live From the Scene

Remote Yet Accurate

With low-latency livestreams and high-speed data transfer, remote commanders can access the scene in real time and make decisions from off-site.

Low-Latency Livestream
A dedicated video transmission topology cuts drone-to-cloud latency to about 160 ms [6], down about 43% from the previous generation, for a smoother live view.
Anti-Interference Transmission
Fast Data Transfer

Matrice 5TD

Near and Far, Day and Night

Matrice 5TD combines telephoto imaging, infrared imaging, laser ranging, and full-color night vision while delivering aerial survey accuracy up to 10 cm at 12MP ^[10]. Daytime checks, nighttime security, and surveying are all handled by one drone, with no airframe swaps between scenarios, boosting equipment ROI by 50% ^[24].

11× Telephoto
With a 252 mm equivalent focal length, it captures detail from signs 400 m away [11] and spots bolt- and pin-level defects at 100 m for powerline inspection.
Infrared Camera
Fusion Mode
Sharper Night Performance
3km Laser Ranging

Payloads

More Payloads, More Flexibility

Matrice 5TD carries up to 450 g of payload, with side PSDK mounts and a top mount that can be used simultaneously. Mix and match accessories ^[12] to suit the task.

450g Max Payload
With three mounting positions [13] and an effective payload capacity of up to 450 g, the drone can provide lighting, broadcasting, and ground safety in a single flight.
Speaker/Spotlight [25]/Parachute Combo
Built-In Customizable Warning Light

Robust Protection

Safe Flight, Even in Complex Environments

With three-directional mmWave radar, a rotating LiDAR, and a six-directional vision sensing system working together, Matrice 5TD achieves precise obstacle sensing ^[15], even inside a substation packed with live equipment or around crossing distribution lines.

Flexible Deployment

Flexible Deployment for Complex Sites

Powered by Matrice 5TD’s LiDAR and visual SLAM, anti-interference and anti-spoofing algorithms, plus the DJI O4 Ground Station ^[2], DJI Dock 4 can be deployed alongside high-rises ^[17] or on a mobile vehicle-mounted platform (coming soon) ^[18].

Near High-Rise Buildings [17]
Installing O4 Ground Station [2] on rooftops improves signal quality, allowing Dock 4 to be deployed near high-rise buildings or along substation walls.
On Vehicles (Coming Soon)
Multi-Station Roaming

Safety

Safe, Even When the Unexpected Hits

From multi-drone sensing and warning to emergency landing, Matrice 5TD is ready for the unexpected. A parachute cushions descent to protect people and gear on the ground, multi-drone sensing and warning helps keep the skies safe, and High-Wind Descent RTH brings the drone back safely in extreme weather.

Parachute
Multi-Drone Sensing and Warning
Matrice 5TD's built-in ADS-B and RID receiver helps warn of nearby aircraft and RID-enabled DJI drones [20], overlaying tracks on the map for safer flight.
High-Wind Descent RTH

Sees More, Understands More

AI-Powered Workflow [3] for Intelligent Operations

Onboard AI on Matrice 5TD now detects 17 object types in real time, while the Virtual Cockpit allows users to search almost any object type via text or image.

Alert to Action

From Alert to Action, Automatically

Once an anomaly is detected, the system can send SMS, email, or platform alerts and trigger actions such as snapshots, recording, tracking, or hovering actions, completing the cycle from detection to response.

AI Post-Processing

Reports in Minutes

After each operation, the system uses AI to compare the latest data with historical aerial photos or 3D models, automatically annotates the results, and exports a report.

DJI FlightHub 2

The All-in-One Cloud Platform

DJI FlightHub 2 combines rapid deployment, low-latency remote control, automated route tasks, real-time cloud detection, multimodal AI detection, post-processing, anomaly alerting, and OTA maintenance into one platform, covering every stage of operations from deployment and operations to air-ground coordination and long-term upkeep.

Cockpit, Routes & Dashboard
Virtual Cockpit remote control, route editing, timeline task management, multi-channel live streams, and a unified dashboard bring the command center closer to the field.
Multiple Deployment Options (Public Cloud/On-Premises/All-in-One)
OpenAPI & FlightHub Sync

DJI Enterprise App

Control in Your Pocket

The DJI Enterprise app handles on-site setup while serving as a hub for remote operations entry point. Beyond dock configuration and debugging, it supports task triggering and remote viewing.

Secure and Compliant for Safer Operations

Ground Risk Mitigation

With a DJI-designed parachute, custom flight zones, and compliance-by-design flight control, DJI Dock 4 helps reduce flight risk and supports compliant operations in urban and complex environments.

Secure and Compliant for Safer Operations

Airspace Risk Mitigation

Remote ID sensing ^[20], AirSense, and third-party airspace data give operators real-time situational awareness, helping them assess risk before each task and make informed decisions during flight.

O4 Ground Station Airspace Sensing
The DJI O4 Ground Station can connect a third party Remote ID receiver via MQTT to sense nearby drones or crewed aircraft in real time, safeguarding the airspace.
Drone Airspace Sensing
Third-Party Airspace Sensing

Notes

The data listed on this page was measured for the mass-production DJI Dock 4 and DJI Matrice 5TD in a controlled test environment. Results may vary under different external conditions, usage, and firmware versions. Please refer to actual experience.

All videos and images on this page were captured in strict compliance with applicable local laws and regulations. Samples are for illustration only; refer to actual shooting results. Know the relevant local laws and regulations and ensure the aircraft has the relevant certifications before flying.

DJI Matrice 5TD must be activated via the DJI Enterprise app before use.

To keep the device working reliably, perform regular maintenance.

1. Time elapsed from when the Dock Cover is fully closed to the completion of the battery swap. Measured in a controlled test environment and is for reference only.

2. DJI Dock 4 must be used with the DJI O4 Ground Station. In Gateway Mode, the O4 Ground Station can connect to the DJI FlightHub 2 public cloud, On-Premises Version, all-in-one appliance, and third-party cloud platforms built on the DJI Cloud API or FlightHub Sync, via Ethernet or the DJI Cellular Dongle 2.

3. ‘AI-Powered Workflow’ means AI is involved in the key stages of the drone operation workflow, including task breakdown, flight route planning, drone deployment, object detection, data analysis, and report generation.

4. Currently, only FlyTo Tasks support flight speeds of up to 21 m/s. In other modes, the maximum flight speed is 15 m/s.

5. Measured in a lab with no wind, with the aircraft carrying no payload, at 20 m altitude, flying forward at a constant 15 m/s until 0% battery remains. Results may vary under different external conditions, usage, and firmware versions. Refer to actual experience.

6. Data is for reference only. Actual latency depends on network conditions and computer specs.

7. Some countries and regions do not support 4G, consult your local dealer for details.

8. Operating frequency allowed varies among countries and regions. Refer to local laws and regulations for more information.

9. Measured in a near-field, interference-free lab in countries/regions that support 2.4 GHz/5.8 GHz dual-band. Download speeds may vary; refer to actual experience. The Wi-Fi high-speed channel download starts automatically after the drone lands at the dock and requires the included SD card. 80MB/s is the maximum transfer rate for large files like video; the transfer rate may decrease when transferring small files such as photos.

10. At an altitude of 120 m in classic route aerial photography (orthographic or oblique area routes, non-Terrain-Follow) at 12MP, Matrice 5TD achieves an aerial-triangulation checkpoint accuracy of 10 cm. This data was measured at a DJI official test facility. Specific test conditions:
(1) In a well-lit environment with clearly defined angular surface features, using an O4 Ground Station calibrated via custom network RTK, planning non-Terrain-Follow area routes in FlightHub 2 at default speed, 70% side overlap, and 80% frontal overlap, capturing 12MP wide-angle images;
(2) Reference markers were bare, hard materials conforming to a diffuse reflection model;
(3) Post-processing and modeling using DJI Terra or FlightHub 2.

11. Measured with the telephoto camera aimed straight at the object. Measured in a controlled test environment and is for reference only.

12. Some accessories are sold separately. Accessories mounted on the drone may affect obstacle-sensing safety or flight performance; follow the accessory instructions.

13. Requires the Matrice 5TD Accessory Mount.

14. The mmWave radar function may be unavailable or restricted in some countries or regions. Refer to local laws and regulations for more information.

15. Supports obstacle sensing for 11 mm black rubber-insulated wires. Sensing and bypass performance varies with environment (cloud, fog, rain, snow) and the obstacle’s material, position, and shape. Due to safety-system limits, the drone cannot actively avoid fast-moving objects; fly with caution in such conditions. See the user manual for details. In some countries/regions, the mmWave radar may be disabled or only partially functional; refer to local laws and regulations.

16. Switches to black-and-white mode when light drops below 12 lux.

17. Deployment near high-rise buildings depends on satellite positioning system coverage, currently supporting most regions in the Asia Pacific. When deploying the dock, install the O4 Ground Station in an open area. Before deployment, conduct an on-site survey of the O4 Ground Station installation location using a Matrice 4 Series or Matrice 4D aircraft. For coverage details and deployment instructions, refer to the Installation and Setup Manual.

18. This feature is expected to be available in H1 2027. Refer to the follow-up firmware update information. It does not support takeoff or landing while the vehicle is moving; wait until the vehicle is parked before landing. Mobile vehicle-mounted deployment requires the Vehicle-Mounted Gimbal Mount and must comply with local regulations. Mind road safety and height limits while driving; see the Installation and Setup Manual.

19. With the DJI AP1 parachute installed, DJI Matrice 5TD meets EU C5 and UK5 operational requirements (STS-01), and EU C6 and UK6 operational requirements (STS-02).

20. Currently, this feature is active only for crewed aircraft equipped with an ADS-B Out transmitter, and select DJI models that support RID and OID.

21. FlightHub 2 supports secondary development in different integration forms and scales through three channels: OpenAPI (atomic-level function APIs), independent front-end components (embeddable complex interactive UI components), and MQTT Bridge (device attribute data forwarding).

22. Free Parts for Repairing: Within the coverage scope and limit, only the cost of parts required for repair is covered.

23. DJI Care Enterprise service may vary by country/region. For details, please consult your local dealer. Unlimited Number of Free Repairs: Get free repairs within the coverage scope and amount. Shared Coverage: DJI Enterprise products that activate and bind DJI Care Enterprise Plus within the same period (30 calendar days) can share coverage limits. Flyaway Coverage: After linking your account and binding the gateway device (dock/O4 Ground Station) via the DJI Enterprise app, your device is covered for flyaway incidents. Free Two-Way Shipping: Available in regions covered by DJI Care Enterprise. Users are responsible for additional costs including logistics and customs duties incurred beyond the scope of coverage.

24. This refers to Matrice 5TD’s compatibility with the operational capabilities of both the Matrice 4TD and Matrice 4D.

25. When the spotlight is turned on, visual obstacle sensing is disabled and only the mmWave radar and LiDAR remain active, reducing omnidirectional obstacle sensing performance. Fly with caution.

26. Official Extended Warranty Service: Includes the aircraft body, gimbal camera, and O4 Ground Station. In addition to the standard warranty, an extra one-year extended warranty service is provided. During the service period, the main parts remain covered by the official warranty, with support from professional engineers.

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