KEy fEATurES

Leading image acquisition 

quality and data accuracy

All-terrain and all-weather

performance 

Reverse thrust for precise 

landings in confi ned spaces

A durable and reliable

solution for intensive use

Fully automated Trimble 

Access workfl ows for easeof-use and safe operation

Simple data processing with 

Trimble Business Center 

photogrammetry module

DATASHEET

TrimblE ux5

unmAnnED AirCrAfT SySTEm

lAnDinGS, lESS SPACE – mOrE ACCurATE

The Trimble UX5 overcomes the limitations of 

traditional fixed wing UAS landings with the addition 

of an advanced control method. Based on reversed 

thrust, this improved altitude measurement results 

in accurate and predictable landings for landing 

confidence every time. For professionals working 

in small areas, the landing angle and trajectory is 

compact and allows for landings in confined spaces.

inTuiTiVE WOrKflOWS WiTH 

TrimblE ACCESS

The Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application 

loaded onto the Trimble Tablet Rugged PC operates 

the Trimble UX5 and is a single software tool for 

planning your aerial missions, performing pre-flight 

checks and monitoring your flights – all with intuitive 

workflows that ensure reliable results. In the field, 

the operator is guided through the pre- and postflight sequences with step-by-step digital checklists. 

The fast and intuitive workflow allows the Trimble 

UX5 to be ready to fly in only 5 minutes ensuring 

minimal downtime.

VAluAblE PHOTOGrAmmETry 

DEliVErAblES

Optimized to process data from the Trimble UX5 

Unmanned Aircraft System, the Trimble Business 

Center Photogrammetry Module creates impressive 

deliverables. Produce point clouds, Triangulated 

Irregular Network (TIN) models and contour maps of 

the area flown. These can then be used to calculate 

volumes, excavation planning, drainage planning 

and many other functions. Trimble Business Center 

also produces a scaled orthophoto of the area 

that can be used to plan a project, define features 

of interest, identify property boundaries, or show 

construction progress by comparing orthophotos 

from different times.

THE STAnDArD in mAPPinG AnD SurVEyinG

The Trimble® UX5 Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) sets 

the standard for fast and safe aerial data collection by 

offering a complete system with powerful technologies 

such as a robust design, a radically simplified workflow 

and reversed thrust & automatic failsafe procedures. The 

Trimble UX5 offers a much safer method to collect data 

compared to traditional surveying methods. Featuring 

the Trimble AccessTM Aerial Imaging application, flights 

are conducted in a fully automated manner, from launch 

to landing, and require no piloting skills. The Trimble 

UX5 makes a once time consuming and complex 

process incredibly easy – no matter what the conditions. 

SuPEriOr imAGE ACQuiSiTiOn

The Trimble UX5 ensures optimal image quality along 

with maximum photogrammetric accuracy. The camera 

has a large imaging sensor that captures very sharp, 

color-rich images, even in dark or cloudy conditions. 

The 24 MP camera and its custom optics give the 

UX5 the ability to capture data down to 2 cm (0.79 

in) resolution.

unriVAlED PErfOrmAnCE 

Based on a production method patented by Trimble, 

the Trimble UX5 combines an impact resistant foam 

structure and internal and external composite elements 

that give the UX5 its extreme durability and strength. 

Additionally, the design focus has been on delivering an 

easy to maintain airframe that can be renewed at users’ 

discretion by a plug-and-play fitting of the protected 

internal electronics. 

The remarkable design of the Trimble UX5 ensures 

employability nearly everywhere and in practically all 

weather conditions. Whether you choose to fly in 

rainy conditions along windy seashores, in hot deserts, 

or in a snowy, mountain terrain, the Trimble UX5 is a 

dependable solution to gather high quality data without 

compromising coverage.
DATASHEET

Performance specifications

•	 Maximized image footprint without compromising resolution, obtained with a 

custom wide-angle lens and APSC-type sensor.

•	 Maximized coverage per flight and per hour due to large image footprint, sharp 

turning capability and high cruise speed.

•	 Reversed thrust technology for a short and steep landing circuit.

•	 Powerful propulsion system for steep climbs and high altitude flights.

•	 High airframe service life due to wing robustness and maintainability.

•	 Short setup time with automated procedures in Trimble Access field software.

•	 Self-check and failsafe procedures for safe operation.

•	 One-button export to Trimble Business Center to create deliverables.

•	 Optimized data accuracy when processed with Trimble Business Center.

Hardware

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fixed wing

Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.5 kg (5.51 lb)

Wingspan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 m (3.28 ft)

Wing area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 dm

Dimensions. . . . . . . . . . . . 100 cm x 65 cm X 10.5 cm (39.37 in x 25.59 in x 4.13 in)

Material. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . EPP foam; Carbon frame structure; Composite elements

Propulsion. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Electric pusher propeller; brushless 700 W motor

Battery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14.8 V, 6000 mAh

Camera. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 MP mirrorless APSC with custom 15 mm lens

Controller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Trimble Tablet Rugged PC

Software

Trimble Access Aerial Imaging application

•	 Project management

•	 Mission planning with option for multiple flights

•	 Automated pre-flight checks

•	 Automatic take off, flight and landing

•	 Autonomous camera triggering

•	 Automated fail-safe routines

•	 User controlled fail-safe commands

•	 Automated data consistency checks

•	 Export to Trimble Business Center and a generic format for image processing

Operation

Endurance1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 minutes

Range1

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 km (37.28 mi)

Cruise speed. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 kmh (50 mph)

Maximum ceiling2

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5000 m (16,404 ft)

Pre-flight system setup time. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 minutes

Take off

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Catapult launch

Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 degrees

Landing

Type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Belly landing

Angle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 degrees

Landing space (L x W)2

Typical. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 m x 6 m (66 ft x 20 ft)

Recommended. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 m x 30 m (164 ft x 98 ft)

Weather limit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 kmh (40.39 mph) and light rain

Communication & control frequency. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.4 GHz (FHSS)

Communication & control range. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Up to 5 km (3.10 mi)

Acquisition performance

Resolution (GSD). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2.0 cm to 19.5 cm (.79 in to 7.67 in)

Height above take-off location (AGL). . . . . . . . . . 75 m to 750 m (246 ft to 2,460 ft)

area coverage table

Height GSD Coverage/flight [km2] (1) Coverage/day [km2] (2)

70% 80% 90% 70% 80% 90%

75 m

(246 ft)

2.0 cm

(0.79 in)

1.1 km2

(0.43 mi2)

0.8 km2

(0.31 mi2)

0.4 km2

(0.15 mi2)

6.85 km2

(2.63 mi2)

4.5 km2

(7.74 mi2)

2.3 km2

(0.88 mi2)

100 m

(328 ft)

2.6 cm

(1.02 in)

1.8 km2

(0.7 mi2)

1.2 km2

(0.64 mi2)

0.6 km2

(0.23 mi2)

10.8 km2

(4.17 mi2)

7.2 km2

(2.78 mi2)

3.6 km2

1.39 mi2)

150 m

(492 ft)

3.9 cm

(1.54 in)

3.1 km2

(1.2 mi2)

2.1 km2

(0.81 mi2)

1.0 km2

(0.39 mi2)

18.7 km2

(7.22 mi2)

12.5 km2

(4.83 mi2)

6.2 km2

(2.39 mi2)

200 m

(656 ft)

5.2 cm

(2.05 in)

4.4 km2

(1.7 mi2)

3.0 km2

(1.16 mi2)

1.5 km2

(0.58 mi2)

26.6 km2

(10.27 mi2)

17.8 km2

(6.87 mi2)

8.9 km2

(3.44 mi2)

250 m

(820 ft)

6.5 cm

(2.56 in)

5.8 km2

(2.24 mi2)

3.8 km2

(1.47 mi2)

1.9 km2

(0.73 mi2)

34.6 km2

(13.36 mi2)

23.1 km2

(8.92 mi2)

11.5 km2

(4.44 mi2)

300 m

(984 ft)

7.8 cm

(3.07 in)

7.1 km2

(2.74 mi2)

4.7 km2

(1.81 mi2)

2.4 km2

(0.93 mi2)

42.5 km2

(16.41 mi2)

28.3 km2

(10.93 mi2)

14.2 km2

(5.48 mi2)

400 m

(1,312 ft)

10.4 cm

(4.09 in)

9.7 km2

(3.75 mi2)

6.4 km2

(2.47 mi2)

3.2 km2

(1.24 mi2)

58.0 km2

(22.40 mi2)

38.7 km2

(14.94 mi2)

19.3 km2

(7.45 mi2)

500 m

(1,640 ft)

13 cm

(5.12 in)

12.4 km2

(4.79 mi2)

8.2 km2

(3.17 mi2)

4.1 km2

(1.58 mi2)

74.2 km2

(28.65 mi2)

49.5 km2

(19.11 mi2)

24.7 km2

(9.54 mi2)

750 m

(2,461 ft)

19.5 cm

(7.67 in)

19.0 km2

(7.34 mi2)

12.7 km2

(4.90 mi2)

6.3 km2

(2.43 mi2)

113.9 km2

(43.98 mi2)

75.9 km2

(29.31 mi2)

38.0 km2

(14.67 mi2)

(1) For a 2:1 aspect ratio, which is a flight block with length equal to 2 times the width. This is a good approximation of 

the average flight block.

(2) Assuming on average 5 minutes pre-flight and 5 minutes post-flight setup and recovery time and operation between 

10 am and 4 pm.

Specifications subject to change without notice.

trimble ux5

Unmanned Aircraft System

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