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DJI, the world-renowned drone manufacturer, has expanded its flagship Agras series with the launch of three new agriculture drones: the Agras T100, T70P, and T25P. These innovative drones aim to boost operational efficiency for precision agriculture and help farmers implement automation for small plots and massive commercial farms.
The Agras T100 is DJI's most powerful and feature-rich agricultural drone, designed for large-scale farming operations. With a 100-liter liquid tank and 150-liter dry spread tank, the T100 boasts massive spraying and spreading capacities. It can achieve flight speeds of up to 44 mph (20 m/s), ensuring rapid coverage of large fields.
Advanced obstacle avoidance is a key feature of the T100, with a comprehensive 360° system that includes five vision cameras, phased array radar, laser radars, millimeter-wave radar, and LiDAR sensors. This ensures safe flight in complex environments. The T100 also features a new spreading mechanism, an auger feed system that increases spreading flow rate by 270% and doubles load capacity compared to previous models.
The T100 is equipped with sophisticated Safety System 3.0, incorporating multiple radars and sensors for stable flight in adverse conditions, including low visibility and wind. It also supports precision agriculture tasks like NDVI mapping, variable rate spraying, and fruit tree mode via DJI Terra Ag and Smart Farm platforms. The T100 offers fast charging and intelligent batteries, with 9-minute charging using DJI DB1560 intelligent batteries and cooling systems for extended operation under heat.
The T100's robust design is suited for large-scale and rugged terrains, making it easy to transport and store. The T70P and T25P models, tailored for mid-sized and small farms respectively, offer scaled-down versions of the T100’s core capabilities to meet different operational needs. They maintain high payloads, faster speeds, and advanced obstacle avoidance features to improve safety and efficiency in smaller or more complex farm environments.
In a summary table, the key features of the DJI Agriculture Drones are compared:
| Feature | Agras T100 | Agras T70P & T25P | |----------------------------|----------------------------------|---------------------------------------| | Target Farm Size | Large-scale | Mid-sized (T70P), Small (T25P) | | Liquid Tank Capacity | 100 L | Smaller, scaled accordingly | | Dry Spread Tank Capacity | 150 L | Scaled-down versions | | Max Payload | 220 lb (100 kg) | Lower payloads respective to size | | Flight Speed | Up to 44 mph (20 m/s) | Fast, but slightly less than T100 | | Obstacle Avoidance | 360° vision, multiple radars, LiDAR | Advanced obstacle avoidance | | Spraying System | Dual/quad nozzles, up to 10.5 GPM | Efficient spraying system tailored | | Intelligent Flight Software| DJI Terra Ag, Smart Farm | Compatible with DJI software ecosystem | | Battery & Charging | DB1560 intelligent batteries, 9-min fast charge | Efficient batteries, fast charging | | Safety Features | Safety System 3.0, millimeter-wave radar | Advanced safety systems |
These new agriculture drones, launched globally this week, mark a significant step forward in precision agriculture, offering farmers the tools they need to increase efficiency, sustainability, and productivity.
- DJI's Agras T100, the most advanced agricultural drone, boasts a safety system with multiple radars and sensors for stable flight in challenging conditions, improving safety in large-scale farming operations.
- According to the FAA, drone pilots must undergo proper training to ensure the safety of others while operating these aircraft, a requirement that applies to the operation of all DJI agriculture drones, including the T100, T70P, and T25P.
- The T70P and T25P models, while designed for mid-sized and small farms, still feature technology like advanced obstacle avoidance and efficient spraying systems, demonstrating DJI's commitment to safety and operational efficiency in all its agricultural products.
- As part of the certification process for new technologies, these DJI agriculture drones must pass rigorous testing and adhere to the highest safety standards set by regulatory bodies such as the FAA, ensuring the safety of both the drone's operator and those in the surrounding environment.
