Operational Planning Resources

Model cost per hectare, fleet sizing, compliance readiness and operational feasibility before committing to T100 acquisition.

Agricultural drone hovering over crops
Primary Evaluation Tool

Cost per Hectare & ROI Calculator

Model total cost of ownership, operating cost per hectare, service margins, break-even timelines and 3-5 year ROI scenarios. Compare with helicopters, ground rigs and contractor service pricing.

Operating Cost$8-12 /ha
vs Helicopter50-65% Less
Break-even8-12k ha
Payback18-24 mo

Operational Planning Tools

Size, Assess & Validate

Purpose-built calculators to evaluate fleet requirements, regulatory compliance, and site feasibility.

Fleet Productivity Estimator

Calculate required unit count based on seasonal hectare targets, spray windows, refill cycles, and peak utilisation rates.

Daily capacity50-80 ha/day
Staffing1 pilot + 0.5 crew
Peak utilisation75-85%
Compliance & Readiness Check

Identify CASA licensing pathways, RePL requirements, chemical handling certification, and operator accreditation timelines across Australian states.

Licensing cost$4-8k
Timeline6-9 months
Liability cover$20M min
Operational Feasibility Check

Evaluate wind thresholds, terrain complexity, refill logistics, and weather windows to determine suitability for drone-based aerial application.

Wind limit<6 m/s
Spray width5-13 m
Temp range0-40 C

Key Economics

Financial Overview

Capital Investment

Base T100 system$40-60k AUD
Battery system$8-12k
Charging infra$3-5k
Training$2-4k
Total (single unit)$55-80k

Operating Costs / ha

Labour (pilot + crew)$2.50-4.50
Battery depreciation$0.80-1.20
Consumables$0.50-0.90
Maintenance reserve$0.40-0.60
Total per hectare$8-12

Competitive Benchmark

T100 operating cost$8-12 /ha
Ground rig contractor$15-25 /ha
Helicopter application$25-45 /ha
Fixed-wing (broadacre)$12-20 /ha
T100 service rate$18-25 /ha

Figures represent indicative Australian market ranges and vary by configuration and operating model.

Hardware Snapshot

T100 Key Specifications

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Spray Tank100 L
Max Takeoff175 kg
Spray Width5-13 m
Recharge8-9 min
Obstacle Avoidance360 deg
Droplet Size50-500 um
Spreading Tank150 L
Max Spread Rate400 kg/min