The Matrice 4TD Wildlife Recovery Kit is built for deer recovery operators, wildlife professionals, landowners, and thermal pilots who work large properties, run multiple searches in a night, or need an aircraft that can handle more demanding field conditions.
The IP55-rated Matrice 4TD combines a 640 × 512 thermal camera, long-range visual cameras, laser rangefinder, RTK positioning, and the AL1 Spotlight in one weather-resistant platform. Four flight batteries are included with every configuration, giving operators a practical rotation for longer searches and multiple properties.
Choose the standard spotlight package or add the 17.3-inch portable 4K HDR monitor so a hunter, landowner, or recovery partner can watch the live aircraft feed while the pilot stays focused on flying.
Standard delivery is approximately 5–7 business days. Questions? Call (612) 816-0039 or email sales@covertdrones.com.
Choose Your Configuration
4 Batteries + AL1 Spotlight
The core wildlife recovery package. Four batteries provide additional field time for large acreage, repeated thermal sweeps, and multiple recovery calls. The aircraft-mounted spotlight helps illuminate the area once a target has been located.
4 Batteries + AL1 Spotlight + 17.3" Portable Monitor
Adds a rugged portable field monitor for a larger live view at the truck, staging area, or field edge. This configuration works well when another person needs to follow the search without crowding around the pilot's controller.
17.3" Portable Field Monitor
The optional monitor provides a dedicated display for recovery teams and clients.
- 17.3-inch display
- 3840 × 2160 4K UHD resolution
- HDR support
- 400-nit brightness
- 178° viewing angle
- HDMI and 3G-SDI connectivity
- Rugged integrated hard case
- V-mount battery or AC power capability
Why the 4TD for Wildlife Recovery?
Wildlife recovery rarely happens under controlled conditions. Searches may involve wet ground, dust, changing weather, thick cover, remote acreage, or long nights.
The IP55-rated airframe gives the 4TD added protection against dust and water exposure, making it particularly useful for operators who cannot simply reschedule every search around perfect conditions.
The fixed-arm design also means there is no unfolding process before launch, which can simplify repeated deployments throughout the night.
Thermal Search and Visual Confirmation
The 640 × 512 thermal camera helps locate heat signatures in darkness, fields, woods, brush, and other difficult environments.
Once a possible animal is located, the wide, medium telephoto, and telephoto cameras provide additional visual detail from the air. The 168mm-equivalent telephoto camera helps operators inspect a target from farther away before sending anyone into the recovery area.
The integrated laser rangefinder can measure targets at distances up to approximately 1,800 meters, helping the pilot communicate a more precise recovery location to the people on the ground.
What's Included
Every configuration includes:
- Matrice 4TD thermal aircraft
- RC Plus 2 Enterprise controller
- 4 flight batteries
- AL1 Spotlight
- 240W charging hub
- 240W USB-C power adapter
- Matrice 4TD hard case
- 3 pairs of low-noise anti-ice propellers
- 64GB microSD card
- Gimbal cover
- Charging and connection cables
- Screwdriver and standard accessories
The 17.3-inch portable monitor is included only with the monitor configuration.
Key Capabilities
- IP55-rated airframe
- 640 × 512 thermal camera
- 48MP wide camera
- 48MP medium telephoto camera
- 48MP telephoto camera
- Laser rangefinder up to approximately 1,800 meters
- Integrated RTK positioning
- LiDAR and millimeter-wave radar obstacle sensing
- NIR auxiliary light
- AL1 Spotlight
- Low-noise anti-ice propellers
- Extended operating temperature range
Wildlife Recovery Laws
Drone-assisted deer and wildlife recovery laws vary by state. Some states regulate when drones may be used, whether compensation is permitted, and how aircraft may be used in connection with hunting or recovery.
Purchasers are responsible for confirming applicable state wildlife laws, FAA regulations, and Part 107 requirements before operation.
Condition, Activation & Coverage
Every aircraft ships unused with zero flight hours. We activate and inspect each unit before shipment.
Because these aircraft are activated prior to resale, they are not eligible for Enterprise Care or the manufacturer's U.S. warranty. Paid manufacturer repair service may still be available.
If an aircraft arrives defective, contact us within 72 hours of delivery for assistance under our DOA policy.
Covert Drones LLC is an independent U.S. reseller and is not affiliated with or an authorized DJI dealer.
