DJI Agras T100 vs T25: Which Agricultural Drone Is Right for You?If you’re exploring agricultural drones to make your spraying operations more efficient, two of the most popular models on the market
- Danny Mitchell
- Sep 5
- 3 min read
If you’re exploring agricultural drones to make your spraying operations more efficient, two of the most popular models on the market right now are the DJI Agras T100 and the DJI Agras T25. Both are purpose-built for spraying and spreading, but they are suited to very different types of jobs. In this post, we’ll walk you through the key features, pricing, and considerations so you can decide which drone best fits your operation.
DJI Agras T100: Built for Big Jobs
The Agras T100 is DJI’s most advanced spraying drone. It’s designed to cover large areas quickly and efficiently.
Spray tank capacity: 100 litres
Flight speed: up to 50 km/h
Coverage: around 1,250m in 90 seconds
Spray width: 8–10 metres (adjustable)
Battery: 41,000 mAh, designed for high-output operations
Price: approx. $60,950 incl. GST (including controller, 3 batteries, and charger)
Power requirements: 15 kVA+ three-phase generator, hardwired into the charger
Safety features: advanced live LiDAR for obstacle sensing and terrain following
The T100 is ideal for long straight runs and large-scale coverage, where efficiency and high output are the priority.
DJI Agras T25: Flexible Spot Spraying
If your work is more targeted, the Agras T25 is the smaller and more flexible option.
Spray tank capacity: 20 litres
Flight profiles: suited to manual spot spraying or smaller block coverage
Battery options: standard or long-range
Price: approx. $33,350 incl. GST (standard) or $38,000 incl. GST (long-range)
Power requirements: 8,000W single-phase generator (much cheaper and easier setup)
The T25 is better for spot spraying and hard-to-reach areas where agility is more important than outright tank size.
Training, Licensing & Support
Buying the drone is just the first step. You’ll also need to factor in:
Certification: third-party airworthiness certification (~$700)
Induction training: around $3,000 for a two-day program
Licensing:
Some operators start under another company’s CAA exposition ($1,000–$1,500/month) to get going quickly
Setting up your own exposition takes more time and includes pilot training (101 & 102 courses), chemical handling certification, UAV spray rating, and staged CAA fees. The process can take up to 12 months, with CAA sign-off being the main bottleneck.
Maintenance & Running Costs
One of the benefits of DJI’s agricultural drones is the relatively low ongoing cost.
Annual maintenance: budget around $1,000 or less for the first three years (assuming good cleaning and no crashes)
Wear parts: limited mainly to nozzles and pumps
Support network: licensed DJI technicians are available throughout NZ (Timaru, Christchurch, Nelson, Auckland), with parts readily available
Mixing Stations & Workflow
To keep your drone spraying efficiently, a mixing station is essential for chemical preparation and quick turnaround. Pre-built systems generally cost $10,000–$12,000, or you can set up custom solutions depending on your operation. Many operators pair their drones with a flat-deck truck for mobile landing, loading, and mixing.
Which Drone Is Right for You?
Choose the DJI Agras T100 if you want maximum coverage, efficiency, and are spraying long straight runs or entire blocks.
Choose the DJI Agras T25 if you need more flexible spot spraying, or if you want to start with a smaller investment and scale up later.
Both drones come with a 12-month warranty, strong support, and can transform the way you approach spraying.
Final Thoughts
Agricultural drones are becoming an essential part of spraying operations across New Zealand, from pasture management to weed control in water channels. Whether you start with the T25 or go straight to the T100 depends on your scale, budget, and operational goals.
If you’d like advice tailored to your farm or business, get in touch — we’re happy to walk you through setup, training, and the best way to get started.
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