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Total stations
Trimble C3
Tough, accurate and reliable.
The Trimble® C3 mechanical total station is a user-friendly solution for taking accurate measurements, working faster and boosting field productivity. Take this lightweight, compact yet rugged total station to any terrain and work with ease.


Angular accuracy
1”, 2”, 3” or 5”
EDM accuracy
2.0 mm + 2 ppm Prism/3.0 mm + 2 ppm DR
Range
5,000 m to prism/DR 800 m
Features and capabilities

Work smarter
Maximize your potential
Complete your surveys faster using this smart, simple total station. Trimble C3 helps you get more jobs done in a shorter time frame.

Take anywhere
Built for any jobsite
The Trimble C3 is tough and ready for rugged field conditions. But it's also lightweight, compact, and easy to transport to wherever your job takes you.

Data you can trust
Focused on what's important
Nikon-powered autofocus enables the C3 to quickly focus on the anticipated distance. Simply sight, shoot and go to collect the data you need.

Keep work moving
Transfer data when on the go
Transfer data to the office via the Total Station File Transfer app and a Bluetooth connection. You and the team will have access to process the data before you even get home.
Product summary
Trimble C3
Get accurate measurements, more reliably than before.
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Specifications
Angular accuracy
1", 2", 3" or 5"
EDM accuracy
2.0 mm + 2 ppm Prism/3.0 mm + 2 ppm DR
Range
5,000 m to prism/DR 800 m
Weight
4.3 kg
Tilt sensor
Dual axis
Operating temperature
-20°C to + 50° C
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Angular Accuracy | EDM Accuracy | EDM Measurement Principle | Maximum Range | Autofocus | Displays | Onboard Software | Plummet | |
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Trimble C5 HPTrimble C5 HP | 1", 2", 3" or 5" | 1 mm + 1.5 ppm (Prism) / 2.0 mm + 2 ppm (DR) | Phase Shift | 3,000 m | No | Two-color touchscreen | Trimble Access | Optical |
Trimble C5Trimble C5 | 1", 2", 3" or 5" | 2.0 mm + 2 ppm Prism/3.0 mm + 2 ppm DR | Time of Flight | 5,000 m | Yes | Two-color touchscreen | Trimble Access | Optical or Laser |
Trimble C3Trimble C3 | 1", 2", 3" or 5" | 2.0 mm + 2 ppm Prism/3.0 mm + 2 ppm DR | Time of Flight | 5,000 m | Yes | Two, black and white LCD | Basic onboard software | Optical or Laser |
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Trimble C3
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