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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.

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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

Maximize your potential
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.
Built for any jobsite
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.
Focused on what's important
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.
Transfer data when on the go
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

Compare Mechanical Total Stations

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Angular AccuracyEDM AccuracyEDM Measurement PrincipleMaximum RangeAutofocusDisplaysOnboard SoftwarePlummet
Trimble C5 HPTrimble C5 HP1", 2", 3" or 5"1 mm + 1.5 ppm (Prism) / 2.0 mm + 2 ppm (DR)Phase Shift3,000 mNoTwo-color touchscreenTrimble AccessOptical
Trimble C5Trimble C51", 2", 3" or 5"2.0 mm + 2 ppm Prism/3.0 mm + 2 ppm DRTime of Flight5,000 mYesTwo-color touchscreenTrimble AccessOptical or Laser
Trimble C3Trimble C31", 2", 3" or 5"2.0 mm + 2 ppm Prism/3.0 mm + 2 ppm DRTime of Flight5,000 mYesTwo, black and white LCDBasic onboard softwareOptical or Laser

Total stations

Trimble C3

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