The Leica DISTO X3 is a rugged laser distance meter that measures up to 150m and is built for harsh site conditions, being dust-tight and protected against water jets to IP65 and drop-tested to 2m. On a busy site, where a meter is exposed to water, dust and knocks, that protection is the difference between an instrument that keeps working and one that fails mid-survey. A 360 degree tilt sensor with a rotatable display also makes awkward and indirect measurements easier and more ergonomic.
Typical distance measuring accuracy is plus or minus 1.0mm over a range of 0.05 up to 150m, in metres, feet or inches, with X-Range Power Technology for reliable readings. The tilt sensor is accurate to plus or minus 0.2 degrees and supports Smart Horizontal Mode, which determines horizontal distance precisely even past obstructions, plus height tracking and indirect heights. The illuminated 4-line display and automatic multifunctional end-piece with reference detection support everyday use, and memory holds the last 20 measurements.
Bluetooth Smart transfers measurements to a computer or tablet and connects to the free DISTO Plan app for iOS and Android, with free Windows software and Smart Room support. Adding the Leica DST 360 adapter enables point to point measurement with typical tolerance of plus or minus 2, 5 and 10mm. The Leica DISTO X3 Laser Distance Meter runs on 2 x AA 1.5V batteries for up to 4000 measurements, has a 1/4 inch tripod thread and weighs 184g. Used in construction, surveying and fit-out, and supplied by BAMR, South Africa's authorised distributor.
Leica DISTO X3 Laser Distance Meter
The new Leica DISTO X3 Laser Distance Meter is the only laser distance meter to be dust-tight and protected against water jets - to IP65. In addition, it passed drop tests of up to 2 metres, and can now measure up to 150 metres. Thanks to the integrated tilt sensor with rotatable display, it makes taking awkward measurements easier and more ergonomic.
- IP65 water jet protection and dust-tight
- 360° tilt sensor
- Smart Horizontal Mode™
- Height tracking
- Power Range Technology™
- Illuminated 4-line display
- Automatic multifunctional end-piece
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When to use the Leica DISTO X3
You are working on a rough construction site and need to reach awkward points up to 150 metres away to a typical accuracy of +/- 1.0mm. The integrated 360 degree tilt sensor and rotatable display let you take indirect and overhead measurements in tight or high spots without contorting yourself.
- 1Tilt sensor for awkward shotsThe 360 degree tilt sensor with Smart Horizontal Mode and height tracking lets you measure around obstacles and up heights where a straight laser shot is impossible.
- 2Dust and water jet protectionIP65 rating and a 2m drop test mean it keeps working in the dust and wet of a live site, not just on a clean bench.
- 3Logs and transfers your workMemory for the last 20 measurements plus Bluetooth Smart and the free app move figures into reports without manual re-keying.
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When to use the Leica DISTO X3
You are working on a rough construction site and need to reach awkward points up to 150 metres away to a typical accuracy of +/- 1.0mm. The integrated 360 degree tilt sensor and rotatable display let you take indirect and overhead measurements in tight or high spots without contorting yourself.
- 1Tilt sensor for awkward shotsThe 360 degree tilt sensor with Smart Horizontal Mode and height tracking lets you measure around obstacles and up heights where a straight laser shot is impossible.
- 2Dust and water jet protectionIP65 rating and a 2m drop test mean it keeps working in the dust and wet of a live site, not just on a clean bench.
- 3Logs and transfers your workMemory for the last 20 measurements plus Bluetooth Smart and the free app move figures into reports without manual re-keying.
Lower-budget alternatives
Ten minutes on a call with one of our specialists usually saves you from buying the wrong instrument.
Book a 10-minute callOr , our product assistant, for an instant answer.
Specifications
Specifications
- Typ. distance measuring accuracy
- ± 1.0 mm / 0.04 in
- Range
- 0.05 up to 150m
- Measuring units
- m, ft, in
- X-Range Power Technology
- yes
- Distance in m
- 10, 50, 100 m
- Ø of the laser dot in mm
- 6, 30, 60 mm
- Tilt sensor
- yes
- Tilt sensor accuracy to the laser beam
- ± 0.2°
- Tilt sensor accuracy to the housing
- ± 0.2°
- Units in the tilt sensor
- 0.0°, 0.00 %
- Horizontal
- 360°
- Vertical
- -64° to > 90°
- Distance in m
- 2, 5, 10 m
- Typ. tolerance of the P2P function with DST 360
- ± 2, 5, 10 mm
- Levelling range with DST 360
- ± 5°
- Memory for last measurements
- 20
- Display illumination
- yes
- Free software for Windows
- yes
- Free App for iOS and Android
- yes
- Smart Room support
- yes
- General data interface
- Bluetooth® Smart
- Data interface for 3D point data with DST 360
- Bluetooth® Smart
- Measurements per set of batteries
- up to 4,000*
- Service life of batteries
- up to 8 h*
- Multifunctional endpiece
- yes
- Automatic reference detection for endpiece
- yes
- Tripod thread
- 1/4″
- Batteries
- type AA 2 × 1.5 V
- Protection class
- IP65
- 2 m drop tested "applies to the DISTO device"
- Yes
- Dimensions
- 132 × 56 × 29 mm (H x D x W)
- Weight with batteries
- 184 g
Packing List
Packing List
Comparison Table
Comparison Table
x = available on that modelx*, x** and x*** denote availability with model- or app-specific conditions.
| Group | Feature | D1 | D110 | D2 | X3 | D5 | X6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Digital Pointfinder for outdoor measuring | x | x | |||||
| Max. range | 40m | 60m | 100m | 150m | 200m | 250m | |
| General | Accuracy | ± 2mm | ± 1.5mm | ± 1.5mm | ± 1mm | ± 1mm | ± 1mm |
| General | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| General | Extra durable housing with IP65 and 2 m drop-tested | x | x | ||||
| General | Wireless interfaces (low energy) | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 4.2 | Bluetooth® 5 | Bluetooth® 5 |
| Computer Interface | Data transfer to DISTO Plan and DISTO compatible apps | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Computer Interface | Data transfer to any software or app | x | x | x | |||
| Computer Interface | Download data via USB-C interface | x | |||||
| Computer Interface | Distance measurement from device | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Distances | Dimensional measurements on objects | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Distances | Indirect distance measurement over obstacles | x | x | x | |||
| Distances | P2P function – any distance between 2 points | x* | x* | ||||
| Distances | Rectangular shapes (length and width) | x | x | x | x | x | |
| Areas | P2P – Smart Area function for complex shapes | x* | x* | ||||
| Areas | Measure in picture – facades, vertical boards | x | |||||
| Volume | Rectangular shapes (length, width, height) | x | x | x | x | ||
| Volume | Using Pythagoras Theorem | x | x | x | x | ||
| Widths | Measure in picture – width measurement | x | |||||
| Widths | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| Widths | Smart functions using distance and inclination for calculation | x | x | x | |||
| Heights | Height profile | x | x | ||||
| Heights | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| Heights | Inclinations | x | x | x | |||
| Slopes | Smart functions using distance and inclination for calculation | x | x | ||||
| Slopes | P2P function | x* | x* | ||||
| Slopes | Measuring in picture – diameter of objects | x | |||||
| Slopes | Continuous measurement – tracking | x | x | x | x | x | x |
| Diameter | Stake out | x | x | x | x | ||
| Positioning | P2P – DXF data capturing on device | x | |||||
| Positioning | Draw and measure (floor) plans | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** |
| Positioning | P2P – point capturing for floor plans and facades | x*** | x*** | ||||
| Positioning | Smart Room – measure and draw | x** | x** | x** | |||
| Positioning | PDF, JPG and DXF exports | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** |
| Planning and | Measure and document on pictures | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** | x** |
| Documentation | P2L - documenting positions based on a reference line | x | |||||
| Documentation | Creating measurement reports (JPG and CSV) | x | |||||
| Documentation | Touchscreen | x | |||||
| Documentation | Trigger measurement with gestures | x | x | ||||
| Documentation | Favourite keys | x | x | x | |||
| Documentation | Automatic end piece | x | x | x | x | ||
| Usability | Keyboard mode | x | x | x |
Frequently asked questions
What is the measuring range and accuracy of the Leica DISTO X3?
The X3 measures from 0.05 to 150 m with a typical distance accuracy of plus or minus 1.0 mm. It supports metres, feet, and inches. X-Range Power Technology is included.
How durable is the Leica DISTO X3 for site use?
The X3 is rated IP65 (dust-tight and protected against water jets) and has been drop tested to 2 m. This makes it suitable for demanding site conditions where the D2 or D110 would not be appropriate.
What tilt sensor does the X3 include and how accurate is it?
The X3 has an integrated tilt sensor measuring 360 degrees horizontally and -64 to over 90 degrees vertically. Tilt accuracy is plus or minus 0.2 degrees relative to both the laser beam and the housing. The display is rotatable for ergonomic use at awkward angles.
Does the Leica DISTO X3 support P2P measurements?
Yes, the X3 supports the P2P (point-to-point) function with the optional DST 360 accessory. Typical P2P tolerance at 2, 5, and 10 m is plus or minus 2, 5, and 10 mm respectively. Levelling range with the DST 360 is plus or minus 5 degrees.
What data interface and battery type does the X3 use?
The X3 uses Bluetooth Smart for general data transfer and for 3D point data when used with the DST 360 accessory. It runs on two AA 1.5 V batteries, giving up to 4,000 measurements or up to 8 hours of use. A 1/4-inch tripod thread is also provided.
Can the Leica DISTO X3 transfer data to any software application?
Yes. Unlike the D2 and D110, which are limited to DISTO Plan and compatible apps, the X3 supports data transfer to any software or app. It also supports Smart Room and PDF, JPG, and DXF exports via the free companion app.
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