Leica TS20 AI Robotic Total Station Package

Data Sheet

What’s Included

• TS20 Accuracy, Reflectorless Range, & Version of your choice
• 1 x  Hard Case Container with Backpack Straps
• 1 x GMI01 Mobile Internet Module for TS20P / TS20I (p/n: 1014304)
• 1 x GeoCloud Protect How to Get Started (p/n: 1037646)
• 1 x Leica Captivate Measure & Stakeout (p/n: 827719)
• 2 x GEB461 Li-Ion Battery, 10.8V / 6.7Ah (p/n: 973449)
• 1 x GDF322 Tribrach PRO with Optical Plummet (p/n: 777509)
• 1 x GZM37 Reflective Tape, 60 × 60 mm (p/n: 966824)
  
• 1 x GKL311 Single Charger Prof 3000 (p/n: 799185)
• 1 x GEV192-1 AC/DC Adapter for GKL112/311, US (p/n: 733272)
• Optional 1 x GTS67, 2nd Face Keyboard TS20 with F-Keys (p/n: 1014300)

Overview

The Leica TS20 AI Robotic Total Station is Leica’s next-generation robotic total station built for high-productivity surveying, construction layout, and everyday measurement work. Designed to combine Leica precision with advanced automation, the TS20 gives crews fast robotic performance, strong target tracking, rugged IP66 protection, and seamless Leica Captivate workflows.

The TS20 is built for one-person robotic surveying, two-person measurement workflows, construction stakeout, as-built checks, control work, and site verification. With AI-powered automation, PowerSearch, Dynamic Lock, AutoHeight, Leica AP20 AutoPole support, and GeoCloud connectivity, the Leica TS20 robotic total station is designed to reduce downtime, prevent mistakes, and keep field crews moving efficiently.

Built for Robotic Surveying and Construction Layout

The Leica TS20 is made for crews that need a reliable robotic total station for daily field production. It supports a wide variety of measurement tasks, including one-person robotic surveying, two-person total station work, stakeout, layout, and field verification.

Ideal for:

• Robotic construction layout
• One-person surveying
• Two-person total station workflows
• Topographic surveys
• Control point measurement
• Site staking and as-built checks
• BIM layout and verification
• Road, civil, and infrastructure projects
• Building construction and structural layout

For crews already working in Leica Captivate, the TS20 provides a powerful robotic total station platform with modern automation and strong field connectivity.

Key Features

• Leica TS20 robotic total station platform
• Angular accuracy options from 1" to 5"
• Prism measurement range from 0.8 m to over 10,000 m
• Reflectorless range options up to R800 or R1600 depending on model
• Prism accuracy of 1 mm + 1.0 ppm
• Reflectorless accuracy of 2 mm + 2.0 ppm
• AI-powered ATR automatic target aiming
• PowerSearch for fast prism acquisition on supported models
• Dynamic Lock for following moving targets on supported models
• Direct drive motorization with BLDC technology
• Maximum rotation speed of 200 gon / 180° per second
• AutoHeight with 1.0 mm distance accuracy
• Leica AP20 AutoPole support
• 5" WVGA color multi-touch display with 37 illuminated keys
• Leica Captivate field software with apps
• NXP i.MX 8M Plus processor with integrated Neural Processing Unit
• 32 GB internal storage
• USB-C removable memory support
• Ethernet, USB-C, Bluetooth, and WLAN interfaces
• IP66 dust and water protection
• Operating temperature range from -20°C to +50°C, or -35°C with Arctic version
• GeoCloud Protect theft protection support

AI-Powered ATR and Advanced Target Handling

The Leica TS20 uses AI-powered ATR to improve automatic target aiming in real-world conditions. ATR helps the total station identify and aim at the prism, reducing manual aiming time and improving measurement efficiency.

The TS20 data sheet lists ATR aiming and target locking ranges up to 2,000 m / 1,000 m for circular prisms, up to 1,000 m / 1,000 m for 360° prisms, and up to 50 m for reflective tape. Measurement time for ATR is typically 3 to 4 seconds depending on conditions.

This makes the TS20 a strong choice for robotic total station work where fast target acquisition and reliable target handling matter.

PowerSearch and Dynamic Lock

On supported TS20 configurations, PowerSearch helps quickly locate prisms in the field. This is especially useful when the instrument loses the target, when starting a new setup, or when working on larger sites.

The TS20 data sheet lists PowerSearch range up to 300 m for circular prisms and 360° prisms, 200 m for GRZ101 360° mini prisms, and 55 m for GZM37 reflective tape.

Dynamic Lock helps the instrument stay locked onto a moving prism during robotic work. For one-person robotic surveying and layout, this helps reduce downtime and improves field productivity.

AutoHeight for Faster and Cleaner Setups

The Leica TS20 includes AutoHeight, which automatically measures the instrument height during setup. This helps reduce one of the most common field mistakes: manually entering the wrong instrument height.

Leica lists AutoHeight with 1.0 mm distance accuracy and a working range from 0.7 m to 2.7 m.

For crews setting up over control points multiple times per day, AutoHeight can save time and help improve consistency across jobs.

Long-Range Measurement Performance

The TS20 is designed for demanding measurement work. Leica lists prism measurement range from 0.8 m to over 10,000 m, with prism accuracy of 1 mm + 1.0 ppm and a typical measurement time of 1.3 seconds.

For reflectorless measurement, the TS20 is available with R800 or R1600 EDM configurations depending on the model. The R800 version measures to over 800 m, while the R1600 version measures to over 1,600 m under suitable conditions.

This gives survey and construction crews the flexibility to measure prisms, reflective tape, or reflectorless surfaces depending on the job.

Direct Drives for Fast Robotic Movement

The TS20 uses direct drives with BLDC technology for fast, smooth robotic movement. Leica lists a maximum rotation speed of 200 gon / 180° per second and a typical face-change time of 1.9 seconds.

This fast motorization helps make robotic surveying more efficient, especially when turning between points, reacquiring targets, or working through layout routines.

Leica Captivate and Field Software Workflow

The Leica TS20 runs Leica Captivate with apps, giving users a modern field workflow for measuring, staking, coding, visualizing, and managing project data. The instrument includes a 5" WVGA color multi-touch display with 37 illuminated keys, making it practical for field use in different lighting conditions.

The included Leica Captivate Measure & Stakeout license supports core field workflows for survey and construction layout. This makes the TS20 package ready for productive measurement and layout tasks when paired with the proper controller and accessories.

GeoCloud Protect and Mobile Connectivity

The TS20 supports modern connected workflows through GeoCloud services. With the GMI01 mobile internet module, compatible TS20 configurations can support integrated 4G LTE with eSIM support, enabling real-time connectivity for data services and GeoCloud Protect.

GeoCloud Protect provides theft protection using outdoor and indoor positioning technologies, including GNSS, WLAN, and cellular, with battery life duration listed up to 5 days.

This is especially valuable for contractors, survey firms, and agencies managing high-value instruments across multiple job sites.

Leica TS20 vs TS16

The Leica TS20 is the newer, more advanced robotic total station platform compared to the Leica TS16. Both instruments are built for professional one-person robotic surveying, Leica Captivate workflows, construction layout, stakeout, and high-accuracy field measurement, but the TS20 adds more automation, stronger onboard intelligence, longer standard prism range, and a more rugged modern design.

The Leica TS16 is still a proven high-end robotic total station and remains a strong choice for surveyors who want reliable Leica robotic performance, PowerSearch, prism lock, autofocus, Captivate, and AP20 support. It is especially well known as a dependable workhorse for standard surveying and construction layout workflows.

The Leica TS20 is the better choice for crews who want Leica’s newest robotic platform with AI-powered automatic target aiming, integrated long-range Bluetooth, faster brushless direct drives, improved prism measurement accuracy, stronger reflectorless range options, and a lighter instrument body. The TS20 is designed to reduce downtime and improve productivity on busy jobsites where fast target handling, automation, and connectivity matter most.

Choose the TS16 if you want a proven Leica robotic total station platform with excellent performance and established field reliability. Choose the TS20 if you want the latest Leica robotic total station technology with AI-assisted aiming, integrated connectivity, stronger automation, and a more future-ready workflow.

Rugged IP66 Design for All-Weather Work

The Leica TS20 is built for harsh jobsite and survey conditions. Leica lists the instrument with IP66 dust and water protection, 100% non-condensing humidity resistance, and an operating range from -20°C to +50°C, with Arctic versions available down to -35°C.

This rugged build makes the TS20 suitable for construction sites, civil projects, infrastructure work, and demanding outdoor survey environments.

Built for Professionals Who Need Maximum Robotic Productivity

The Leica TS20 AI Robotic Total Station Package is built for crews that want a highly automated, future-ready Leica total station for everyday production. With AI-powered ATR, PowerSearch, Dynamic Lock, AutoHeight, Leica Captivate, GeoCloud connectivity, and high-accuracy measurement performance, the TS20 is designed to help survey and construction professionals work faster with fewer mistakes.

For users searching for a Leica robotic total station, an AI robotic total station, a Leica Captivate total station, a construction layout total station, or a high-accuracy survey total station, the Leica TS20 is one of Leica’s strongest platforms for modern field work.