Trimble vs. Topcon

[malickph1]

What's the use of its durability if it can no longer be used.There's no point to compare trimble vs. topcon in this regard.

[gottascuba]

Still not sure what this video is out to prove anyways. To me it shows that the Trimbl is just as ugly burnt as it is new.

[Msumner316]

I use a topcon total station with a trimble collector. I've used several data collection software packages and Carlson was the most user friendly with TDS coming a close second. I've used Leica, Wild, Trimble, Sokkia, and Topcon instruments and I find Sokkia and Topcon to be the most functional and capable of quick, tight, sights. The optics in the Sokkia seem more crisp and clear than the Topcon but the ability of the Topcon to shoot through thick foliage. @0 years in the field back the opimion

[GrinchandMax]

Does Trimble even make that TSC2? I don't think so.

[meandmyevo]

Ouch, those TSC2's aint cheap neither. Trimble is awesome! I love the functionality, build quality, precision, durrability, everything!

[JaKeL13]

I used to use Topcons back at my old company. I liked how quickly they were to set up and get down to business, which I found handy when doing basic construction surveying. I didn't like their build quality though, in the harsh australian sun the plastic would warp (not noticeable to the eye) enough to put the jigger out of level every 15-20 min.

[JJPeatey]

Like its name suggests, topcon is a TOP CON...... they're crap

[kbent88]

A Topcon could easily handle all that just as well... and be repaired inexpensively.

[shamonmother]

OK, let put this to bed. Use Ireland as a geographical example. Trimble completely pull out and use 3rd party dealers now. Topcon opne up new branch in north of Ireland and now service all 32 counties from 2 offices. End of.

[larryoloai]

I didn't know that. I am out of the loop..You didn't do land surveying in Bolton Street by any chance? I might know you? Graduated 2003

[larryoloai]

There are only two instrument manufacturers worth bothering about Trimble and Leica comparing the two is like comparing BMW v Mercedes. Everything else is a steaming pile o shite as far as I'm concerned.

[ppscutsthebs]

Including that stuff between your ears

[dgreatoutdoors]

I have used both Trimble and Topcon, i got a new Topcon GR3 and its the business, i much prefer it . Plus they say it can withstand a 2m drop onto concrete, but i dont intend to test it!!

[kevincadogan2310]

now its a door stop.

[tribrach3]

Leica laughs at all of you

[MotazM]

I just got back from Trimble Dimensions in Vegas. It seems that people from all over the world use Trimble. Topcon is for back woods retards that only live in their own survey world and think they understand RTK. TRIMBLE 4 LIFE!!!

[daveolso]

AWESOME! I've had mine for about a year now.. Good know to it can take a beating! haha. Maybe this is a little more then a beating, but it's still working. Did Trimble Warranty it out? That thing could be in a the hall of fame for making it! haha

[dfcoxjr]

Holly crap. I do know that they are only water resistant not water proff. I have destroyed one myself

[brightsider5]

what is better, topcon or trimble?

[rms372]

Trimble

[crid54]

Trimble is the Cadillac of survey equipment. Topcon is Yugo.

[gluemanred]

It still works!! Insane

[OutdoorRugged]

Awesome clip. Can you tell us more about what happened to it? Looks like fire damage.

[rms372]

This unit was involved in a serious fire , on a 4 wheeler during a farm field topography. The user was able to remove before the whole vehicle was burned beyond repair

[rms372]

Wow, where can i buy one?

[ppscutsthebs]

You don't remember where your shop is??? Anyhow, this is a comparison between Topcon and tremble how? Did the unit cause the massive fire in the first place? Inquiring minds want to know

[TrimbleGCS]

I am not affiliated with the person who posted this video, but I think the point they are trying to make is that Trimble components are built well. But as far as a comparison between Trimble and Topcon; no comparison. Topcon is not even the same swimming pool as Trimble.

[ppscutsthebs]

I agree, the Trimble is in a kiddie pool, Topcon is more Olympic Sized.  You couldna said it better :D

[roverseries]

funny...the market doesn't seem to reflect that. Topcon is a joke

[gottascuba]

Your right, the market reflects Trimbles Atari era technology against Topcons cutting edge it is no match and with Trimble dealer locations closing weekly and Topcon sales holding strong. No matter how good or a bad a product is the poor service you get from Trimble would drive anyone away.

[roverseries]

are you a fucking retard? Topcon doesn't even service their customers equipment anymore, they passed that off to their dealers two years ago and now all they do is refurb product. What is you last comment based on? Nothing, it was something you made up. I can send you the news letter where topcon announced they would no longer directly service customer equipment. As for the market thing, you obviously don't know, please post something backing up your claims before you look like an idiot again,

[gottascuba]

How about the fact that I work for TPS and I am in the service Dept. Your way out of touch with reality anyhow if you think Trimbles customer service is better. As for TPS having regional repair centers this move allows for more work for our dealers and qualified repair centers throughout the country instead of only the West coast. Now we have many more Factory certified repair centers and techs to service our customers.

[roverseries]

wow, your just reassuring my points, especially now since you've stated you work in the Topcon service dept. So again, how does passing off your customer repairs to your factory authorized repair centers show better customer service? All you do fix new product, not direct customer repairs so your comment makes absolutely no since. How much money did Topcon lose last year? I'll tell you, it was 2 million dollars. Trimble grossed 498 million. Your truly confused...

[kbent88]

You're wrong. Ive trained topcon engineers to fix the FC-2200 and 2500 series computers.

About 3 months ago.