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Trimble C5

Fast, lightweight and easy to use.

Trimble® C5 mechanical total stations are used by survey pros for faster, simpler surveying. Get more accurate measurements quickly and easily carry into any terrain with this rugged, productivity-boosting total station.

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C5 at a construction site

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 Prism/800 m DR

Features and capabilities

Simple touchscreen technology
User friendly

Simple touchscreen technology

The C5 is as easy to use as a smartphone. It has two colorful touchscreen displays that put everything you need at your fingertips.
Providing data you can trust
Optimal precision

Providing data you can trust

Nikon-powered autofocus enables the C5 to quickly focus on the anticipated distance. Simply sight, shoot and go to collect the data you need.
Eliminate user fatigue
Boost productivity

Eliminate user fatigue

With a powerful, fast long-range EDM, set up fewer times and gather measurements in 2 seconds. You'll be so efficient, you'll get the job done in no time.
Software to power workflows
Connected data

Software to power workflows

Connect your workflow with Trimble Access software in the field and Trimble Business Center in the office to manage, process and deliver your data.

Product summary

Trimble C5

Time-saving, ultra-portable total station for any job.

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Total Stations

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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 C5

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