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Phantom 4 RTK

Built by DJI · China

Updated Oct 2026·methodology

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The Phantom 4 RTK is a Drone developed by DJI (China), launched 2018. Key specifications: airframe multirotor, flight time 0.5 h, range 7 km, service ceiling 6000 m.

RoboScore

61.2/ 100

Strong evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

5 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity16%75/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record10%70/100
Spec completeness20%92/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity4%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio5%81/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)8%unknown
Independent recognition3%unknown

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Overview

DJI Phantom 4 RTK is a high-precision mapping drone with a 1-inch 20MP CMOS camera, RTK GNSS module for centimeter-level positioning, and a 30-minute flight time. It is designed for aerial surveying, mapping, and inspection tasks, offering PPK support and compatibility with mapping software like Pix4D.

Flagship features

  • Visionary Intelligence. Elevated Accuracy
  • RTK Horizontal Positioning Accuracy: 1cm+1ppm
  • RTK Vertical Positioning Accuracy: 1.5cm+1ppm
  • Absolute Horizontal Accuracy of Photogrammetric Models: 5cm
  • Seamless compatibility with D-RTK 2 Mobile Station
  • Built-in flight planning app (GS RTK)

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 2006

Phantom 4 RTK announced in Frankfurt

Price

purchase

Availability

available

Specifications

Category: Drone
Airframe
multirotor
Flight time
0.5 h
Range
7 km
Service ceiling
6000 m
Top speed
13.89 m/s

Top 87% of 34 models with this spec

Takeoff weight
1.391 kg
Camera
20 MP
Thermal camera
No
LiDAR
No
GPS accuracy
1.5 cm
BVLOS approved
No
Autonomous landing
No
Obstacle avoidance
No
Operating temp
32° to 104° F (0° to 40℃)
Pricing model
purchase
Price tier
10-20K
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
2006

Detailed specifications

What it is built for2
Applications
mapping,inspection
Industries Served
construction,agriculture,energy
Sensing & perception3
Gps Present
Yes
Lidar Present
No
Camera Present
Yes
Power & runtime1
Battery Type
LiPo 4S
Buying & support2
Datasheet Url
View Link
Availability Status
available
Other details21
Video Codec
H.264
Camera Aperture
f/2.8-f/11
Battery Energy Wh
89.2
Battery Voltage V
15.2
Camera Sensor Size
1 inch
Gimbal Pitch Range
-90° to +30°
Max Image Size 3 2
5472×3648
Max Image Size 4 3
4864×3648
Battery Capacity Mah
5870
Battery Net Weight G
468
Diagonal Distance Mm
350
Gimbal Stabilization
3-axis (tilt, roll, yaw)
Max Descent Speed Ms
3
Video Max Resolution
4K 3840×2160 30p
Max Ascent Speed Auto Ms
6
Max Ascent Speed Manual Ms
5
Camera Lens Focal Length Mm
8.8
Transmission Distance Ce Km
5
Transmission Distance Fcc Km
7
Hover Accuracy Rtk Vertical M
0.1
Hover Accuracy Rtk Horizontal M
0.1

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Company milestones

  • Jan 2025LaunchDJI launches Matrice 4 Series
  • Apr 2024LaunchDJI announces international launch of Agras T25
  • Sep 2022LaunchDJI unveils Mavic 3 Enterprise Series with M3E and M3T models
  • Aug 2020LaunchRoboMaster EP Core unveiled
  • Jun 2019LaunchDJI launches RoboMaster S1
  • Oct 2018LaunchPhantom 4 RTK announced in Frankfurt
  • 2024LaunchInternational launch of Agras T50 and T25
  • 2023LaunchDJI Inspire 3 officially launched as world's ultimate cinema drone

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the Phantom 4 RTK?
The Phantom 4 RTK is developed by DJI, based in China.
What type of robot is the Phantom 4 RTK?
The Phantom 4 RTK is a Drone made by DJI.
How much does the Phantom 4 RTK cost?
Pricing for the Phantom 4 RTK is not publicly listed — contact DJI for a quote.
When was the Phantom 4 RTK launched?
The Phantom 4 RTK was launched in 2018.
What are the key specifications of the Phantom 4 RTK?
Key specifications of the Phantom 4 RTK: airframe multirotor, flight time 0.5 h, range 7 km, service ceiling 6000 m, top speed 13.89 m/s.

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