DJI Mavic 3 Thermal (M3T) – Compact Tactical Thermal Drone (Care Enterprise Plus 1-Year Included)
Compact Power for Critical Missions
The Mavic 3 Thermal: Reimagining Efficiency for Portable Thermal Imaging.
The DJI Mavic 3 Thermal (M3T) is the definitive entry-level portable thermal solution, designed to provide high-resolution aerial data in a compact, quick-to-deploy airframe. Featuring a powerful multi-sensor payload, it integrates high-resolution visual and thermal cameras to scan and analyse assets with total clarity. This platform is built for professionals who require flagship enterprise features in a system that can be deployed in moments.
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45-Min Max Flight Time: Extended endurance for comprehensive area coverage.
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Integrated Thermal Imaging: 640×512 resolution thermal sensor with 28x digital zoom.
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High-Res Visual Zoom: 1/2-inch CMOS, 12MP Tele camera with 56x hybrid zoom.
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48MP Wide Camera: 1/2-inch CMOS sensor for high-detail visual documentation.
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Omnidirectional Sensing: 360-degree obstacle avoidance for maximum flight safety.
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RC Pro Enterprise Included: High-brightness controller for professional-grade field operations.
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RTK Capability: Supports optional RTK module for centimetre-level positioning.
Core Performance & Specifications
The Mavic 3 Thermal is engineered for versatility and portability, making it the ideal 'daily driver' for utility inspections and public safety operations.
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Flight Time: Up to 45 minutes.
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IP Rating: Not IP rated; designed for clear weather operations.
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Max Take-off Weight: 1,050g.
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Max Speed: 21 m/s (Horizontal).
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Wind Resistance: 12 m/s.
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Operating Temp: -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F).
Advanced Subsystem Deep-Dives
Thermal Precision & Radiometric Data The M3T is equipped with a 640×512 @ 30Hz thermal camera. It supports point and area temperature measurements, including high/low temperature alerts, allowing operators to identify critical heat signatures instantly during inspections or search and rescue missions.
The Professional Interface: DJI RC Pro Enterprise The included RC Pro Enterprise features a high-brightness screen specifically designed for clear visibility in direct sunlight. It runs the DJI Pilot 2 flight app, providing an intuitive interface for switching between visual, thermal, and split-screen views to maximize situational awareness.
Portability and Rapid Deployment The foldable design of the Mavic 3 series allows for storage in a standard backpack, enabling single-operator transport and deployment in under a minute. This makes it a superior choice for time-sensitive missions where every second counts.
Safety & Redundancy
The M3T features a comprehensive safety suite to protect the aircraft and its surroundings during complex operations.
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Omnidirectional Sensing: Advanced vision sensors cover all directions to prevent collisions in confined spaces.
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Advanced RTH: Automatically plans the optimal route back to the home point, avoiding obstacles during the return flight.
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Enterprise Security: Supports security encryption and local data mode to protect sensitive mission information.
Ecosystem & Modular Expandability
While compact, the M3T supports essential modular upgrades for professional workflows.
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RTK Module Support: Enhances flight stability and provides precise metadata for every captured image.
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PSDK Integration: Supports the Payload SDK for custom 3rd-party software and hardware integrations.
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Software Synergy: Fully compatible with DJI FlightHub 2 for cloud-based fleet management and DJI Terra for 2D/3D reconstruction.
Operational Workflows & Use Cases
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Public Safety: Rapid search and rescue, fire scene monitoring, and tactical situational awareness.
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Energy Inspection: Identifying hotspots on solar panels, power lines, and substations.
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Search and Rescue: Utilizing the thermal sensor to locate missing persons at night or in dense vegetation.
Logistics & Fulfilment
Data Security Designed for government and corporate clients, the M3T features AES-256 encryption and a local data mode that ensures mission data never leaves the aircraft unless authorized.
In the Box:
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1 x DJI Mavic 3 Thermal Aircraft
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1 x DJI RC Pro Enterprise Remote Controller
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1 x DJI Care Enterprise Basic (1 Year Auto-activated)
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1 x Intelligent Flight Battery
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3 x Pair of Propellers
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1 x Protector Case
Dronedesk Expert Tip: To get the most out of your Mavic 3 Thermal, pair it with the Dronedesk web-based operations platform. Dronedesk automates the complex parts of your flight planning—like gathering weather, air, and ground intelligence—so you can focus on safe and effective data collection. It also handles your fleet maintenance and flight logging automatically, saving you hours of administration every week.
- Takeoff Weight (with propellers)::
- 920 g
- Max Takeoff Weight::
- 1050 g
- Dimensions (Folded):
- 221×96.3×90.3 mm (L×W×H)
- Dimensions (Unfolded):
- 347.5×283×107.7 mm (L×W×H)
- Max Payload:
- N/A
- Max Ascent Speed:
- 6 m/s (Normal Mode)/8 m/s (Sport Mode)
- Max Descent Speed:
- 6 m/s (Normal Mode)/6 m/s (Sport Mode)
- Max Horizontal Speed (at sea level, no wind):
- 15 m/s (Normal Mode)/Forward: 21 m/s, Side: 20 m/s, Backward: 19 m/s (Sport Mode)
- Max Takeoff Altitude:
- 6000 m (without payload)
- Max Flight Time (no wind):
- 45 minutes
- Max Hover Time (no wind):
- 38 minutes
- Max Flight Distance (no wind):
- 32 km
- Max Wind Speed Resistance:
- 12 m/s
- Operating Temperature:
- -10° to 40° C (14° to 104° F)
- Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS):
- GPS+Galileo+BeiDou+GLONASS (GLONASS is supported only when the RTK module is enabled)
- Propeller Model:
- 9453F Propellers for Enterprise
- Ingress Protection Rating:
- N/A