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Which Disto is right for me?


More than 15 years ago Leica Geosystems brought out the first hand-held laser distance meter and revolutionised the world market. Since then they have set the standards for productivity in modern measuring.

The comparison table below is designed to help you choose which Disto is right for you. Listing the key features and functions of the Disto's, you will be able to see which Disto fits your need. If you have any further questions please contact our sales team on 01480 404888. We will be more than happy to help.


Function Leica Disto DXT Leica Disto D2 Leica Disto D3a Leica Disto D3a BT Leica Disto D5 Leica Disto D8
Distance measurements, including area, volume and continuous measurement yes yes yes yes yes yes
Addition and subtraction of distances, areas and volumes yes yes yes yes yes yes
Indirect height and distance measurement to inaccessible places yes yes yes yes yes yes
Automatic calculation of room dimensions eg. wall and ceiling areas yes yes yes yes yes yes
Measurement of tilts no no yes yes yes yes
Measure horizontal distances, even past obstacles no no yes yes yes yes
Check a right angled room corner no no yes yes yes yes
Target far-off objects in very bright conditions using the digital Pointfinder no no no no yes yes
Measurements of roof slopes and facade areas no no no no yes yes
Measure heights without a reflection point no no no no no yes
Measure the roof slope or pitched objects from remote distance no no no no no yes
Ditermine spot heights and ground profiles no no no no no yes
Particually robust, dust tight and protected against jets of water yes no no no no no
Data transmission by BLUETOOTH Technology yes no no yes no yes


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SCCS Survey are a UK leading distributor of Leica Geosytems Surveying Equipment specialising in the sale, hire, repair and calibration of surveying equipment. SCCS Stock a large quantity of second hand survey equipment alongside our large catalogue of Leica products including: Leica total stations, Leica lasers, Leica Levels, Surveying Accessories, Laser Distance meters, Pipe lasers, Automatic levels, Dumpy Levels, GPS and surveying software.

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