Introduction

The DJI Agras series has revolutionized the agricultural industry, offering advanced drone solutions for precision farming. Also, some farmers can use a more affordable option to spray or plant different seeds. From the robust MG-1  to the now compact  T50, each model in the Agras series has brought significant advancements, improving efficiency, productivity, and sustainability in agriculture. This article explores the DJI Agras series's evolution, highlighting each model's key features and innovations. 

MG-1: 2016

DJI created DJI Agriculture and released the first Agras MG-1 drone which is a high-performance aircraft capable of offering comprehensive solutions for agriculture care. MG-1 was the industry's first Manual Plus and A-B route operations modes. Enhanced manual operation efficiency, increased efficiency for regular plots, and reduced workload.

Key Features 

• Spray System Liquid Tank: Volume 10 L

• Standard Operating payload: 10 kg

• Quantity of 4 Nozzles: Max spray speed 0.43 L/min 

• Max operating speed: 8 m/s

• Max flying speed: 22 m/s

• Remote controller: The first drone came with its designated controller but did not provide a screen

• Durability: Made from anti-corrosive materials and is water-resistant and dust-proof

MG-1S: 2017

DJI releases the MG-1S the world’s first crop protection drone capable of both automatic and manual operations. Furthered enhanced efficiency and reduced pilots' workload. This application is well-established and widely adopted, becoming the most popular operation mode for Agras drones worldwide. It was an effective drone that would cover 65-80 acres of field within one day. MG-1S introduced an obstacle avoidance system that enabled forward and backward obstacle avoidance with a single radar that rotates.

Key Features

• Spray system Liquid tank: 10 L
• Standard Operating Payload: 10 kg
• Max Operating Speed: 7 m/s
• Max Flying Speed: 12 m/s
• Precision spraying: Two pumps that control the front and rear nozzles separately
• Remote controller: Has a dedicated remote controller that comes with a screen. It is water and dust-resistant
• Battery charging: Can connect up to six batteries and each intelligent balancing charger can connect two charging hubs. 
• Real-time terrain scanning: The flight control system integrates a radar that cans the terrain allowing the drone to maintain a consistent height above crops. 

MG-1P: 2018

The following drones MG-1SA, MG-1P, and MG-1P RTK were the first to introduce mass-produced agricultural drones with an FPV camera, to enable aircraft waypoint function. Helped reduce the burden for experienced pilots due to enabling easy remote field planning without walking the field. Expanded agricultural drone applications with innovative seed and fertilizer spreading. This series introduced and included multi-directional radar obstacle avoidance as standard. 

MG-1P Drone

Key Features 

• Flight Performance: Stable, reliable, and worry-free. Has eight rotors that employ advanced propulsion ensuring flight safety.

• FPV Camera: Wide-angle cameras that transmit clear, front-facing live views

• Remote Controller: Doubled efficiency and control range, Can control up to five aircraft simultaneously.

• Spray System liquid tank: 10 L

• Max Operating Speed: 7 m/s

• Max Flying Speed: 15 m/s

DJI Agras T16: 2019

The DJI Agras T16 introduced 3D orchard routes with an AI recognition function. This was beneficial because it would identify fruit tees and obstacles automatically. It marked a new era of full automation in orchard management. Another new feature was its innovative obstacle avoidance solution that can intelligently and automatically bypass obstacles. The T16 drone brought operational efficiency to a whole new level. 

Key Features

• Revolutionized Structure: The IP67 rating provides reliable protection for key components of the drone
• Payload: 16 L 
• Spraying System: 4 delivery pumps and 8 sprinklers with a maximum spray rate of 4.8 L/min
• Safety: Has dual IMUs and barometers and adopts a propulsion signal redundancy design to ensure light safety. 
• Operations: Radar systems adopt Digital Beam Forming technology. 
• Remote Control: Has a wide-angle FPV camera and spotlights that can monitor aircraft operation during the day and night.
• Different Modes: Flat ground, mountains, and orchards to meet most operational needs.

DJI Agras T20: 2020

Building on the foundation laid by the T10, the DJI Agras T20 introduced several improvements, making it suitable for larger farming operations. can conduct autonomous operations over a variety of terrains, such as broad acre farmlands, terraces, and orchards. New features, like an omnidirectional digital radar, have helped the T20 take stability and flight safety to the next level, providing users with highly efficient results.

Key Features

• Increased Payload: Supports up to 20 liters of liquid, doubling the capacity of the T10.
• Enhanced Spraying System: Equipped with 8 nozzles for more efficient spraying.
• Intelligent Flight Planning: AI-driven path planning for optimized coverage.
• Advanced Obstacle Sensing: Improved obstacle detection and avoidance.
• Terrain Following Radar: Maintains consistent altitude over uneven terrain.

DJI Agras T10 & T30: 2021

The DJI Agras T10 marked the beginning of DJI's foray into agricultural drones. As the smallest model in the series, the T10 was designed for small to medium-sized farms. Highly compact yet powerful aerial solution to agriculture sites of all sizes and needs. An 8-liter tank and spray width of up to 5 meters allow the aircraft to cover up to 15 acres/hour. [1] Its folding truss structure is sturdy and reliable, enabling efficient folding and unfolding convenient transportation, and easy transitions. It also comes with a spherical radar system that perceives obstacles and surroundings in all environments, weather conditions, and viewing angles, regardless of dust and light interference. With dual FPV cameras, the Agras T10 provides clear front and rear views and lets you check flight status without needing to turn the aircraft mid-flight. A bright searchlight doubles the aircraft's night vision capabilities, creating more nighttime operation possibilities.

Key Features

• Lightweight, Portable, And Convenient: A carbon fiber composite body keeps the Agras T10 both lightweight and strong. It can also fold down by 70% for more convenient transportation. The battery and tank can be quickly attached and detached to make refilling more efficient.
• 4-Nozzle Spraying System: Ensures uniform application of agrochemicals.
• Payload Capacity: Can carry up to 10 liters of liquid.
• Obstacle Avoidance: Basic obstacle detection for safe operation.
• RTK Module: Provides accurate positioning for precise spraying.
• DJI Agras T10 Intelligent Flight Battery: The 9,500mAh Intelligent Flight Battery has a product guarantee of 1,000 cycles. It supports instant charging without the need for cooldown, circuit board-level potting protection, and resistance from water and corrosion.
• DJI Agras T10 Intelligent Battery Station: The T10 Battery Station provides 3,600 watts of charging power and can charge a battery in 7 minutes. It also supports dual-channel alternated charging with power adaptation for safer operation.

 

The DJI Agras T30 brought significant advancements in both technology and capacity, targeting large-scale agricultural applications. With a 30-liter spraying tank, the DJI Agras T30 takes aerial spraying efficiency to new heights. A revolutionary transforming body enables more effective spraying, especially for fruit trees. Using DJI digital agriculture solutions, the T30 helps reduce fertilizer use and increase yield with effective, data-driven best practices. Equipped with a large 30kg spray tank, the Agras T30 has a spray width of 9 meters, and field spraying efficiency of 40 acres/hour, 33.3% more than its previous generation.  

Key Features

• Large Payload: Can carry up to 30 liters of liquid or 40 kg of solid material.
• Multi-Directional Spraying: A 16-nozzle layout further improves droplet penetration.16 spray nozzles provide extensive coverage with even distribution, strong penetration, and exceptional drift prevention.
• Full-Frame Obstacle Sensing: Comprehensive obstacle detection for enhanced safety.
• Foldable Design: The Agras T30 can be folded by 80%, making it easier to transport. This folding mechanism uses quick-snap locking, redundancies, and an in-app alert to help ensure safe operation.
• Branch-Targeting Technology: With revolutionary branch-targeting technology and adjustable arms, the Agras T30 penetrates thick canopies with oblique spraying, ensuring an even application of liquid pesticides and doubling the number of droplets. 
• Spherical Radar System: The spherical radar system perceives obstacles and surroundings in all environments, weather conditions, and viewing angles, regardless of dust and light interference. Automatic obstacle avoidance and adaptive flight functions help ensure safety during operation.
• Route Planning: The new intelligent route mode independently plans the best route for each operation. A gauge indicates the remaining liquid payload amount and estimated time until refill in real-time, letting operators strike the perfect balance between payload and battery life.
• Upgraded Remote Controller: An updated remote controller supports stable image transmission from up to 5 km away, 67% more than the previous generation. A bright 5.5-inch screen delivers clear visuals, even in harsh lighting conditions. For increased productivity, one remote controller can operate multiple drones at once. The standard RTK high-precision positioning module implements centimeter-level operation planning.

DJI Agras T20P & T40: 2022

The T20P also offers the same features as the Agras T40 drone but is a perfect balance of lightweight design and powerful performance. Its coaxial twin-rotor design has a power redundancy for propeller stop protection. DJI Agras T20P is also the first to introduce an agricultural drone with a gimbal FPV camera. The drone combines vision and radar for multi-directional obstacle avoidance and forward obstacle bypassing. 

Key Features 

• Spraying Payload: 20 kg
• Spreading Payload: 35 L 
• Four-rotor and New tilted truss: Reduces its size by 77% for easy handling.
• Spraying System: Dual atomization for even spraying 
• Dual Atomized Centrifugal Sprinkler: Ensure even droplets and more efficient pesticide usage.
• Active Phased Array Radar+Binocular Vision: Multidirectional obstacle sensing with a binocular vision system of 360 degrees. 
• All in one (Mapping, spraying, and Spreading): The system detects land boundaries and obstacles automatically for quicker planning of flight routes. 
• Remote Controller: Large 7-inch high brightness screen offers a broader view with refined detail. 

 

 Agras T40 continued the trend of increasing capacity and technological integration, making it a versatile option for various agricultural needs. It is equipped with the revolutionary Coaxial Twin Rotor design, enabling it to carry a spray load of 40 kg and a spread load of 50 kg (70 L). The aircraft is built in with a Dual Atomized Spraying System, DJI Terra, Active Phased Array Radar, and Binocular Vision. It supports multiple missions from surveying, and mapping, to spraying and spreading, helping you achieve ultimate precision in your agricultural operations. Fully enhanced remote controller for smoother, faster mapping The 8-core processor makes mapping of 6.67 hectares possible in 10 minutes. Minimizes wasted journeys with intelligent route planning, for greater efficiency. The large 7-inch high-brightness screen offers a broader view with refined detail. 

Key Features

• Substantial Payload: Features a coaxial twin rotor design that increases the payload capacity by 30% with a maximum payload of 50 kg. Its foldable design reduces the aircraft size by 70% for greater portability.
• Intelligent Spraying System: The dual atomized spray disc ensures even droplets and more efficient pesticide usage. The proprietary centrifugal valve prevents leakage, avoids over-fertilization, and reduces pesticide use while protecting the environment.
• RTK and GNSS Integration: Provides precise positioning and navigation.
• Enhanced Durability: Built to withstand harsh agricultural environments.
• Multi-Spectral Imaging: The Active Phased Array Radar is incorporated with a binocular vision sensor system to provide 360-degree horizontal multidirectional obstacle sensing, offering optimal security. The detection distance of up to 50m for intelligent terrain following, smooth scaling and bypassing of multiple obstacles.
• Real-Time Weighting: The aircraft has a weighing sensor that monitors the spread quantity and remaining payload.
• Fast Disassemble and Cleaning: The spreading device can be dismantled in 3 minutes and washed with water.

DJI Agras T25 & T50: 2024

The latest in the series, the DJI Agras T25 and DJI Agras T50, represents the pinnacle of DJI's agricultural drone technology, offering unmatched capacity, precision, and intelligence. The only difference of Agras T25 is the size it is easier to transport it around than compared to T50 is larger in size.  It inherits a powerful coaxial twin-rotor propulsion system and a split-type torque-resistant structure for next-level stability. DJI AGRAS T25 and T50 excels across multiple scenarios, from surveying to spraying and spreading, guaranteeing stable operations and steady performance. DJI AGRAS T25 and T50 has passed hundreds of reliability tests and its main body is durable to help ensure safe operation.  

Key Features

• 25 kg Payload: 35 L max capacity and an expanded loading gate for quick refills 

• Real-Time Weighing: Equipped with a weighing sensor which allows you to monitor the remaining payload in real time

• Multidirectional Obstacle Sensing: Multidirectional Obstacle avoidance terrain following up to 50°

• Four Sprinkler kit: Reverse directions spray during flight 4-sprinkler spraying, flow rate 24 L/min

• Dual Atomizing Centrifugal Sprinklers: Droplet size can be adjusted between 50-500 μm, depending on the chemicals used.

• Maximum Payload: Can carry up to 50 liters of liquid or 60 kg of solid material.

• High-Precision Nozzles: Dual Atomizing Spraying System provides an ultra-large flow rate of up to 16 L/min (2-sprinkler spraying). It produces uniform and fine spray droplets and does not leak. DJI Agras T50 can be equipped with an additional pair of centrifugal sprinklers, increasing the flow rate to 24 L/min (4-sprinkler spraying) for operations that require high application volume. 

• Advanced AI Solutions: Features like variable rate application, intelligent path planning, and crop health monitoring.

• RTK Positioning: Provides centimeter-level accuracy for precise operations.

• Comprehensive Obstacle Avoidance: Multi-directional sensing for safe and reliable flights.

• Durable and Portable: Robust design with a foldable structure for easy transport.

• Real-Time Weighting: DJI AGRAS T50 is equipped with a weighing sensor that allows you to monitor the remaining payload in real time.

• Low Rate Spreading: You can also switch to small hopper gates to improve spreading accuracy with a low flow rate.

• 50 kg Payload: 75 L max capacity and an expanded loading gate for quick refills.

• Four Sprinkler Kit: Reverse Directional Spray During 4-sprinkler spraying, flow rate 24 L/min. 

Conclusion

The evolution of the DJI Agras series from the MG-1 to the T50 showcases DJI's commitment to advancing agricultural technology. Each model in the series has introduced significant improvements in capacity, precision, and intelligent features, catering to the diverse needs of modern farmers. The Agras series has not only enhanced productivity and efficiency in agriculture but has also contributed to sustainable farming practices by optimizing resource use and minimizing environmental impact. As DJI continues to innovate, the future of agricultural drones looks promising, with even more advanced solutions on the horizon. For more information on the newest drones click on our latest models here.