DJI Matrice 400

Professional drone for advanced inspections with LiDAR, thermal imaging and long battery life

The DJI Matrice 400 , also known as DJI M400 or simply DJI 400 is the latest professional drone platform developed by DJI Enterprise. It is a highly advanced industrial drone, designed to meet the most complex needs of sectors such as power line inspection , public safety , topographic surveys, the photogrammetry , inspections and renewable energy .

With a flight autonomy that reaches 59 minutes , a capacity of load up to 6 kg and advanced sensors such as Rotating LiDAR , mmWave radar And infrared thermal imaging camera , the DJI Matrice 400 is the ideal choice for those looking for a inspection drone , a drone with thermal camera , a laser scanner drone , or a drone for photogrammetry .

The new era of DJI Enterprise's heavy-lift drone

DJI introduced the DJI Matrice 400 , a next-generation drone platform designed to revolutionize advanced commercial operations. Designed to tackle complex missions with multiple payloads, the M400 establishes itself as a industrial standard for long-range operations, heavy payload transport, environmental sensing and professional automation.

A drone designed for critical missions

The DJI M400 is a high-performance platform , capable of flying up to 59 minutes , carrying payloads up to 6 kg and connecting simultaneously up to 7 payloads . Thanks to the Integrated LiDAR and the combination of mmWave radar , fisheye color visual sensors And 3D infrared sensing , the M400 can detect obstacles as thin as power lines even in poor visibility conditions.

Furthermore, the drone can operate in complex scenarios, such as take-offs and landings on ships , and is compatible with the system DJI Airborne Relay , further extending its operational capabilities.

Compatible payloads and advanced modularity

The Matrice 400 is compatible with the latest and most sophisticated DJI payloads:

• Zenmuse H30 / H30T : for visual and thermal inspections with AI detection

• Zenmuse L2 : for LiDAR surveys with power line tracking

• Zenmuse P1 : for high-precision 3D acquisition and photogrammetry

• Zenmuse S1 / V1 : LEP projector and speaker for night and public operations

• Manifold 3 : On-board computer with 100 TOPS AI power for local processing

The drone has E-Port V2 ports (including E4 expansion into 4 additional ports), which make it possible to connect up to 7 devices simultaneously. Payloads are also supported. Third-party PSDKs , originally developed for the DJI M350 RTK.

Flight performance and range

The DJI M400 stands out for its extraordinary flight endurance :

In addition to long life, the Matrice 400 offers a horizontal speed up to 25 m/s , a climb speed of 10 m/s and a descent speed of 8 m/s , making it extremely efficient for covering large areas in short times.

Safety and reliability at the highest levels

Safety is a top priority for the M400, which is equipped with an advanced suite of sensors :

• Rotating LiDAR (520,000 dots/sec, 360° horizontal / 58° vertical)

• Six-way mmWave radar

• Color fisheye view for visual assistance in flight

• Superior LiDAR for obstacle detection from above

• 3D infrared sensor downwards

This combination ensures safe flight even in adverse environmental conditions, such as fog, rain or night environments , with the ability to precise detection of thin objects , such as suspended cables or critical structural elements.

Robustness and advanced transmission

The DJI M400 is built to handle harsh environments:

• IP55 protection rating

• Operating temperature from -20°C to +50°C

• O4 Enterprise Transmission System with a capacity of up to 20 km (CE)

• System support FlightHub 2 , also in version On-Premises , for centralized and remote workflows

The drone can also function as a aerial repeater , creating a bridge between an operational drone and the control station in complex scenarios such as mountainous areas or isolated industrial sites .

DJI Matrice 400 Technical Specifications

The DJI Matrice 400 specifications place this model among the professional drones best performing on the market:

• Maximum flight time : up to 59 minutes

• Maximum payload : 6 kg

• Flight speed : up to 25 m/s

• IP55 protection : resistant to rain and dust

• Operating temperature : -20°C to +50°C

• Video transmission : up to 40 km with O4 Enterprise system

• Advanced obstacle avoidance system : detects electrical cables even in the dark or in adverse weather conditions

• Multiple payload support : Zenmuse H30, L2, P1, S1, V1, Manifold 3 and third-party payloads

• Compatible with DJI FlightHub 2, DJI Terra and DJI Modify

Why choose DJI Matrice 400

The DJI Matrice 400 It is a high-end DJI drone that combines reliability, autonomy and artificial intelligence to optimize every mission. It is particularly suitable for those seeking:

• A DJI drone with thermal imaging camera for search and rescue or industrial thermal inspection

• A drone for LiDAR surveys And laser scanner in the topographical and civil fields

• A drone for industrial inspections , including those of critical infrastructure such as power lines and bridges

• A drone for professional photogrammetry , thanks to compatibility with Zenmuse P1 and DJI software

• A reliable drone even in extreme environments, including offshore operations

The DJI Matrice 400 drone supports a wide range of accessories and modules to extend operational functionality:

• DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise : remote controller with high-brightness screen

• TB100 Batteries and smart charging stations

• DJI Cellular Dongle 2 for 4G transmission

• D-RTK 3 for high-precision positioning

• Full support for SDK, PSDK, MSDK and Cloud APIs for customized development

Safety features

The DJI M400 features a number of built-in safety mechanisms. These include:

• Horizontally rotating LiDAR, with a point rate of 520,000 points per second and a field of view of 360° (horizontal) and 58° (vertical).
• Six-way mmWave radar.
• Color fisheye vision system provides color-enhanced flight imagery for safe operations.
• Superior LiDAR.
• 3D infrared downward sensing system.

This robust safety suite significantly improves the drone's obstacle sensing capability; enables detection of thin and small power lines, even in low-light conditions or at night; and provides stable performance in all conditions, including rain, fog, or limited visibility.

Essentially, they combine to give the drone 24/7 obstacle sensing, as demonstrated in the table below.

This is a powerful package of features that significantly improves security.

For example, flying at 25 m/s, the drone can detect and avoid primary (21.6 mm) power lines when flying directly towards them, while at 17 m/s, it can detect and avoid both primary (21.6 mm) and secondary (12 mm) power lines.

Operators can also take advantage of the drone's braking and obstacle avoidance modes.

On top of that, the M400 comes with a number of additional safety features.

Improved transmission

The DJI M400 features the advanced O4 Enterprise transmission system, which supports video transmission up to 20 km (CE, as well as SRRC and MIC) or an impressive 40 km (FCC), for greater stability, improved signal strength, and more reliable feeds.

The aircraft is equipped with a 10-antenna system and a high-gain phased array antenna system on the remote controller, and also supports video transmission in the sub-2G frequency band. Please note that the sub-2G band may vary depending on the region.

Operators can also benefit from two enhanced 4G transmission modules. When equipped with two DJI Cellular Dongles 2, the M400 can automatically switch to the best available network, providing a more stable signal in urban environments with interference or in remote regions.

In addition, the M400 can be used as part of an airborne broadcast system.

In this scenario, an M400 can act as a repeater drone, flying at high altitude to provide repeater signals to another M400 operating at a greater distance.

This allows the transmission range to be significantly extended: ideal for search and rescue missions or inspections in mountainous areas.

The workflow is as follows:

• Complete the connection setup between the mission drone and the ground relay drone.
• Worker Drone: Displays the relay drone's battery level, RTH time, transmission signal and relative position.
• Relay Drone: Shows the distance and direction to the mission drone in real time.

The table below provides an overview of which aircraft in the DJI Enterprise ecosystem can be used as work drones and relay drones.

Robust performance in harsh weather conditions

The DJI M400 is a rugged drone, designed to withstand harsh weather conditions.

It has an IP55 rating, ensuring reliable flights in harsh environments, including heavy rain, dust, and fog. DJI claims it can withstand 100 mm of precipitation in 24 hours.

The DJI M400 can operate reliably even in extreme temperatures, flying in temperatures ranging from -20°C to 50°C.

It also has a wind resistance of 12 m/s.

Smart features

The DJI M400 is equipped with intelligent features that enhance mission safety and effectiveness.

These features are described in the table below, divided between Smart AR Projection, Intelligent Flight Routes, and AI Detection.

Intelligent AR projection

Intelligent flight

AI Detection

Flight routes

Take-off and landing on ships

DJI M400 supports automatic landing on board the ship.

This allows the drone to recognize customized landing markers on the ship's deck, enabling dynamic landings even on moving vessels.

This expands operational coverage, reduces launch and recovery risks, and opens up new possibilities for offshore missions.

It helps meet the growing demand for drones at sea, in applications such as maritime patrols and offshore wind turbine inspections.

DJI M400 Accessories

The DJI M400 is compatible with a vast ecosystem of accessories, such as the DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise Enhanced Version, the TB100 Intelligent Flight Battery, the BS100 Multifunctional Battery Station, the Airport Carrying Case, the new TB100C Wired Drone Battery, and Manifold 3.

Below we will analyze each of these accessories.

DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise improved version

• 7.02 inch LCD touchscreen.
• Maximum brightness of 1400 nits.
• High gain antenna array.
• Protection class IP54.
• Supports button backlight.
• 3.8 hours of built-in battery life.
• 7 hours of total operation with the WB37 external battery.
• An optional 4G booster module can be mounted on the RC, which ensures stable transmission in combination with the drone's two 4G modules.
• The latest sub-2G antenna enables 1.4GHz and 900MHz transmission band.
• The antenna status indicator shows the working status in real time.

The difference between DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise and DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise Enhanced is that the former is equipped with the DJI RC Plus 2 Sub-2G transmission module, which supports Sub-2G communication bands.

The DJI RC Plus 2 Enterprise Enhanced remote controller can also be used to support the DJI M350 RTK, DJI Matrice 4 Series, Mavic 3 Enterprise Series, and Mavic 3D Enterprise Series drones, but these models do not support the Sub-2G communication band, and the Mavic 3 Enterprise Series and Mavic 3D Enterprise Series must be updated to version 14.1 to support connecting the models.

TB100 Intelligent Flight Battery

• High capacity battery (20,254 mAh).
• The top-entry design allows for quick insertion and removal.
• Li-ion 13S.
• 977 Wh of energy.
• 400 cycles.

Hot swapping is also supported when pairing TB100 with M400.

• The M400 features built-in capacitors to maintain power for up to 45 seconds during battery swaps in the main modules, enabling quick restarts.
• Upon restart, the drone maintains satellite connection, allowing you to quickly resume missions without having to reacquire GPS.

Multifunctional charging station BS100

• Supports up to 3 TB100 batteries and 2 WB37 batteries.
• Charge level modes: Standby – 90%; Standard – 100%.
• Speed ​​Mode: Fast Mode: 0-100% in 45 minutes at 220V, 70 minutes at 110V; Quiet Mode: 0-100% in 110 minutes at 220V and 110V.
• Connection to the remote control for managing the battery charging station.
• Supports comprehensive battery health monitoring.
• One-tap setup for automatic download and firmware updates.

Aircraft transport case

• Dimensions: 779 x 363 x 528 mm.
• Equipped with omnidirectional wheels on the bottom.
• Includes propeller foam.

The case is optimized for maximum space and can hold:

• M400 aircraft with front and rear propeller holders.
• 1 remote control.
• Up to 2 TB100 flight batteries.
• 1 x payload (e.g. H30 series, L2
• 1 x Zenmuse S1 spotlight
• 1 x Zenmuse V1 Speaker.
• 2 WB37 batteries.

These include the TB100 battery with up to 400 charge cycles and the BS100 charging station with support for 3 battery charge cycles.

DJI Manifold 3

• High-performance on-board processing unit.
• It delivers up to 100 TOPS of compute power, supporting parallel acceleration via GPU cores and DLA for edge AI and model inference tasks.
• It weighs 120 g.
• It fully supports and is backward compatible with PSDK V3, for seamless integration with underlying communication protocols and efficient access to flight deck sensor data.
• Third-party developers can leverage the compute power of Manifold 3 and, through PSDK integration, create high-performance, end-to-end automated solutions.

TB100C battery connected

• The attached battery and third-party ecosystem power supply provide continuous power to the drone.
• It enables long-duration hovering or mission execution, significantly improving operational uptime and efficiency.
• Capacity 20,254 mAh.
• Supports 400 cycles.
• Supports in-box charging with charging station BS100 .

DJI M400 Software Compatibility

DJI M400 is compatible with DJI software suite, such as DJI Pilot 2 , FlightHub 2 , DJI Terra And DJI Modify .

DJI M400 Data Security

Data security is a critical consideration for corporate drone operators and UAV programs today.

For this reason, the DJI M400 comes with a robust data security suite to protect user data, including media encryption, local storage, log deletion, offline firmware updates, and offline maps.

The M400 can also be used in conjunction with DJI FlightHub 2 On-premises, which provides an additional layer of security. The On-premises version of FlightHub 2 allows users to deploy the platform on a server of their choice; store flight logs, maps, photos, and videos within their corporate infrastructure; and manage how data is stored, backed up, and accessed.

Main applications

The DJI Matrice 400 It is an essential tool for professionals in the following fields:

• Drone for electrical inspections and energy infrastructure

• Drone with thermal camera for emergency interventions and public safety

• Professional lidar drone for topographic surveys and constructions

• Drone for photogrammetry high precision with Zenmuse P1

• DJI Drone for environmental mapping, precision agriculture and monitoring

If you are looking for a DJI professional drone able to offer superior performance, exceptional autonomy And advanced sensing capabilities , the DJI Matrice 400 It's the right choice. This model combines the best of DJI Enterprise technology in a single, reliable, versatile platform ready for any mission, even the most complex.