The DJI Agras T100 is the flagship of DJI's agricultural lineup and the most capable spray drone you can buy today. Where earlier Agras models like the T40 and T50 carry 40L and 50L tanks, the T100 doubles down with a full 100L capacity, turning a single aircraft into the productivity equivalent of a small fleet. This guide covers exactly what it does, what it costs, and who it is for.
DJI Agras T100 at a Glance
| Spec | DJI Agras T100 |
|---|---|
| Spray payload | 100 kg (220 lbs) — 100L tank |
| Flow rate / spray width | 30 L/min standard (2 nozzles), 40 L/min with optional 4-nozzle system; 5–13 m spray width |
| Spread payload | Up to 100 kg granular material — 150L hopper, 400 kg/min |
| Max takeoff weight | 175 kg spraying (177 kg with optional 4-nozzle system) |
| Coverage | Up to 70 acres/hour spray at low rates; 30–45 acres/hour typical |
| Battery | DB2160, 41 Ah / 52 V, 14.7 kg — 8–9 min charge (30% to 95%) on the C12000 |
| Flight time | 9–13 min per battery (varies by payload) |
| Top speed | 72 km/h (45 mph) |
| Obstacle avoidance | Safety System 3.0 — LiDAR + mmWave radar + Penta-Vision |
| Positioning | RTK, centimeter-level accuracy |
| Weather resistance | IPX6K aircraft body; wind resistance up to 6 m/s |
| Price | $39,999 (RTF) / $21,818 (Airframe) |
| FCC status | FCC ID SS3-T100A2411, granted May 9, 2025 — authorized before the Covered List cutoff |
The 100L Tank Changes the Economics
The headline number is the tank. At 100L, the T100 carries 2.5x the payload of a DJI Agras T40 per flight. For a custom application business or a large farm, that ratio compounds across a season: fewer passes, fewer refills, fewer batteries cycled, and more acres covered per operator per day.
The payload isn't suspended on a hook the way cargo drones carry weight. It is loaded directly into the onboard tank, so all 100 kg is usable spray or spread material. For spreading operations (seed, granular fertilizer, pest bait), the 150L Spreading System 4.0 also handles up to 100 kg at up to 400 kg/min and supports variable-rate application through DJI's mission planning.
How It Sustains High Hourly Coverage
A 9-to-13-minute flight time sounds short until you factor in the recharge. The DB2160 battery charges from 30% to 95% in 8 to 9 minutes on the C12000 Intelligent Power Supply. In practice, operators run a 3-battery rotation: the T100 flies on battery one while batteries two and three sit on the charger, and a fresh pack is always ready by the time one needs swapping. The aircraft is almost never idle waiting on power.
That rotation is how the T100 sustains its hourly rate across a full workday. The often-quoted 70 acres per hour is achievable at low application rates on open row crops. At more typical rates, operators report 30 to 45 acres per hour, and high-volume work such as orchard canopy spraying runs lower still because the 100L tank empties faster. Plan your daily output from your own application rate rather than the headline figure.
Safety System 3.0
The T100 runs three independent obstacle-sensing systems simultaneously: forward and backward LiDAR, mmWave radar (which works through fog, dust, and low light), and Penta-Vision cameras covering five angles. They operate independently, so if one is degraded the others continue. In tight crop rows with power poles, operating at 45 mph, that redundancy matters more than any single spec.
Spraying and Spreading in One Aircraft
The T100 ships in spray configuration and converts to a spreading system for seeding, granular fertilizer, or pest bait. Because both the spray and spread payloads are rated to 100 kg, one aircraft covers both workflows across a season rather than requiring a second platform. A separate lifting system is also available for hauling up to 65 kg on a winch line, useful for moving bins or supplies across terrain a vehicle cannot reach.
RTF Kit vs Airframe Kit: Which to Buy
RTF Kit — $39,999: the complete package: T100 airframe, RC Plus 2 controller, spraying system with air-cooled heat sink, three DB2160 flight batteries and the C12000 Intelligent Power Supply. Everything you need to start flying. The right choice for operators new to the T100 ecosystem.
Airframe Kit — $21,818: the T100 airframe, spraying system, RC Plus 2 controller and a battery cooling station, with flight batteries and charger sold separately. Built for fleet expansion: operators who already own DB2160 batteries and a C12000 charger from an existing T100 or T70P. Note that T40 and T50 batteries are not compatible; the T100 uses the DB2160 only.
Plan for at least three DB2160 batteries ($4,088 each) for continuous operation, plus the C12000 charger and a suitable generator or power source.
Licensing: What You Need Before You Fly
Spraying with the T100 in the US sits under two layers of regulation, and both take time. Federally, dispensing agricultural products from any aircraft requires an FAA Part 137 agricultural aircraft operator certificate. Because the T100 weighs far more than 55 lbs, it also falls outside standard Part 107 rules and requires a Section 44807 exemption plus FAA aircraft registration with an N-number. Exemption petitions are filed months ahead of when you need them, so build that lead time into your purchase planning. Your state will also require a pesticide applicator license, with the category depending on whether you treat your own land or land belonging to others. Confirm current requirements with the FAA and your state agriculture department before you order.
FCC Covered List: Is the T100 Still Legal to Buy?
Yes. The FCC added DJI to its Covered List in December 2025, which blocks new equipment authorizations for DJI products going forward. It does not revoke authorizations already granted. The T100 holds FCC ID SS3-T100A2411, granted on May 9, 2025, well before the cutoff, so it remains legal to import, sell, buy and operate in the United States. That is not true of every DJI aircraft announced since, so check the grant date on any DJI product you are considering.
T100 Dual Battery: Coming, but Not Here Yet
In July 2026 DJI launched a dual-battery T100 configuration globally, offering roughly 50 percent more hover time at the same payload with a 90L tank and four mist sprinklers. As of this update DJI has not announced US pricing or availability for it. The single-battery T100 covered in this guide is the version you can buy today.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much can the DJI Agras T100 carry?
The T100 carries 100 kg (220 lbs) of payload in its onboard tank — either liquid spray or granular spread material. Its max takeoff weight is 175 kg in spray configuration. This is the largest tank capacity of any production agricultural drone.
What is the realistic daily output of a T100?
It depends on application rate. At low rates on open row crops a skilled operator running a 3-battery rotation can approach 70 acres per hour; at typical rates 30 to 45 acres per hour is realistic, and orchard canopy work runs lower. Daily output then scales with hours flown, refills and field navigation.
How long does the T100 battery take to charge?
The DB2160 charges from 30% to 95% in 8 to 9 minutes on the C12000 Intelligent Power Supply, which is what allows the T100 to sustain near-continuous operation through a 3-battery rotation.
Can the T100 both spray and spread?
Yes. It ships in spray configuration and converts to a spreading system for seed, granular fertilizer, or pest bait, with the same 100 kg capacity and variable-rate support.
Is the DJI Agras T100 affected by the FCC ban?
No. The T100's FCC authorization (SS3-T100A2411) was granted on May 9, 2025, before DJI was added to the Covered List in December 2025. Existing authorizations are not revoked, so the T100 remains legal to sell and fly in the US.
Does the T100 require special licensing?
Yes. Spraying requires an FAA Part 137 certificate, and because the T100 is over 55 lbs it also needs a Section 44807 exemption and FAA aircraft registration, plus a state pesticide applicator license. Exemption lead times run months, so build that into your purchase planning.
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