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Ricoh IM 5000

Floor-standing A3 mono laser MFP for departments of 30-80 — 50 ppm, 220-sheet single-pass ADF, 1,200-sheet standard capacity, 10.1" Smart Operation Panel, expandable to 4,700 sheets.

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Print speed
50 ppm color
Paper capacity
4,700 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Bluetooth
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Ricoh IM5000
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh IM 5000 is actually for

Most printer pages just tell you what a printer does. Here's the honest version: when this machine is the right choice, when it's fine, and when you should look at something else. We sell a lot of these for a reason, but the reason is not "every office."

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a department or workgroup of 30-80 people that needs in-house A3 (11x17) tabloid output at 50 ppm.
  • You print 10,000-25,000 pages a month — the IM 5000 is sized for that with serious headroom (200,000-page duty cycle).
  • You scan stacks of mixed-size originals daily and need single-pass duplex at 240 ipm to keep up.
  • You want a faster engine than the IM 3500 without jumping all the way to the IM 6000 enterprise tier.
  • You're already on Ricoh and want a floor-standing unit that drops into Streamline NX or @Remote.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 5,000-10,000 pages a month — the machine handles it without stress, you'll just amortize the lease over more months than necessary.
  • You want wireless out of the box — Wi-Fi is an optional accessory on the IM 5000, not standard.
  • You need finishing (staple, hole-punch, booklet) — bolt-on finishers are available, plan for the footprint and the extra invoice line.
  • You're replacing an older Aficio MP series — operators will adapt to the 10.1" Smart Operation Panel inside two to three weeks.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 3,000 pages a month — you're paying for a 50-ppm A3 floor unit and using a fraction of it. Get the IM 3500 or a desktop MFP.
  • You need color. This is mono only — get the IM C4510 or IM C4510SD for color A3 at this speed tier.
  • You want a small footprint — this is floor-standing at 23.1 x 25.7 x 37.9 inches and 168 lb. It needs its own corner.
  • You print more than 35,000 pages a month — step up to the IM 6000 for sustained heavy volume.
  • You need Wi-Fi standard — wireless is an optional add-on on this model.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh IM 5000 is a floor-standing A3 monochrome laser MFP for departments and workgroups (30-80 users) that need in-house tabloid output at production-grade speed. It prints and copies up to 50 ppm in black and white, scans at up to 240 ipm duplex via the 220-sheet single-pass ADF, and is rated for a 200,000-page monthly duty cycle (the realistic comfort zone is 10,000-25,000 pages/month). First copy out is 2.9 seconds — quick enough that walk-up users don't queue. Standard paper capacity is 1,200 sheets, expandable to 4,700 with optional large-capacity trays. The 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel runs an Android-style interface with cloud connectors, embedded browser, and NFC pairing — same UI as the rest of the IM family, which is genuinely useful when you're standardizing a fleet. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus USB 2.0 standard; Wi-Fi and NFC are optional. The thing buyers regret: paying for the 50 ppm engine and not actually running long enough jobs to need it. If your monthly volume is under 10,000 pages, the IM 3500 (35 ppm, same chassis, same panel) is the right call.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 50 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 50 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 2.7 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 50 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single Pass Document Feeder (SPDF)
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 4 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Automatic document feeder 220 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 10000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Desktop
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model IM5000
How you can buy this printer

Buy it, lease it, or just reorder supplies

Three ways to get this printer, each priced to match how you actually use it. Most small offices lease because toner and maintenance are bundled. If you know what you need, buy outright. If you already own one, just reorder supplies.

Buy outright
One-time payment · yours to keep
Custom quote
Free delivery · 1-yr warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • 4,500-page starter toner included
  • 1-year Ricoh manufacturer warranty
  • Install help by phone or remote session
  • Order your own toner when the starter runs out
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Most small offices
Lease & bundle
36- or 60-month term · toner included
Custom lease quote
Flexible terms · tailored to your volume
  • Printer + unlimited toner bundled
  • Maintenance and parts included
  • Upgrade to a bigger machine anytime
  • Typical lease payment is tax-deductible
  • One predictable monthly bill instead of surprise toner orders
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Supplies only
Already own one? Just reorder.
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Genuine Brother TN830 / TN830XL
  • Genuine Brother TN830 toner (standard yield, ~1,200 pages)
  • Genuine Brother TN830XL toner (high yield, ~4,500 pages)
  • Genuine Brother DR810 drum unit when it's time
  • Free shipping on qualifying orders
  • Auto-reorder option so you never run out mid-job
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Final lease rate depends on term length, credit profile, and bundled supplies. Outright purchase and supplies pricing varies with bundled warranty, install packages, and order volume. Request a quote for exact pricing.

Included with every order

What ships with the Ricoh IM 5000

The printer itself

Ricoh IM 5000 in original Ricoh packaging. Desktop form factor, roughly 23.1 x 25.7 x 37.9 inches

Starter toner

Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.

Setup documentation

Ricoh quick-start card, power cord, USB cable (use Wi-Fi or Ethernet for multi-user), and a link to driver downloads.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network config, driver install, and first print. No extra cost, no sales pitch.

Supplies & consumables

Toner, yields, and what to actually reorder

The #1 question we get on this printer is "which toner do I buy?" Short answer: you have two cartridge options and a drum. Standard yield TN830 covers roughly 1,200 pages. High yield TN830XL covers roughly 4,500 pages and is the better value for most offices. Pick XL unless you print very little.

The drum unit (DR810) is separate and usually lasts 15,000 to 30,000 pages before it needs replacing. At a typical small office volume, expect to change it once every 2 to 4 years.

If you lease this printer through us, toner and drum are included. You never pay for supplies separately. That's usually the better deal once you add up real costs over 3 years.

TN830

Standard-yield toner

About 1,200 pages · fits all L2700 / L2750 / L2759 series

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TN830XL

High-yield toner BEST VALUE

About 4,500 pages · recommended for most offices

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DR810

Drum unit

15,000–30,000 pages · replace every 2–4 years · separate from toner

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Based on 2 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 2 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Ricoh machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • ★ "We got this for our small office about a year ago and it's been solid. The scan-to-email feature saves us time, and the print quality is consistent even when we're pushing through high volume jobs. Toner costs are reasonable too."
  • ★ "The IM 5000 does everything we need it to do. Setup took longer than I expected and the manual could be clearer, but once it was configured the device has been reliable. Color output looks good for our marketing materials."

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Tell us how you want to pay (outright, lease, or supplies only) and what volume you run. You'll get a line-item quote back within one business day, from a specialist who actually works on these machines, not a general sales rep.

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  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Ricoh IM 5000, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (386) 261-8323 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Ricoh IM 5000 ships with a starter toner cartridge that yields approximately 37,000 pages at 6% coverage. The replacement toner model is Ricoh 841999 or 842126, which also yields around 37,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh IM 5000 prints at 50 ppm and has a monthly duty cycle of 200,000 pages, while the IM 3500 prints at 35 ppm with a 100,000-page duty cycle. Both share the same 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel and expandable paper capacity, but the IM 5000 is better suited for larger workgroups (30-80 users) with higher volume needs. For small offices with lower volume, the IM 3500 is a more cost-effective choice.
The Ricoh IM 5000 is designed for workgroups of 30-80 users and has a monthly duty cycle of 200,000 pages, making it ideal for medium to large businesses. For small businesses with lower volume needs (under 10,000 pages/month), consider stepping up to a commercial option better suited for your needs.
No, the Ricoh IM 5000 is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Ricoh IM C3500, Ricoh IM C4500, or Ricoh IM C6000.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (386) 261-8323. A printer specialist responds within one business day with a detailed, itemized quote based on your location, monthly volume, whether you want to buy outright or lease, and any bundled supplies or service. Quotes are free and no obligation. We do not pull credit to issue a quote.
Ricoh includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Ricoh IM 5000 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Smart Technologies is an authorized Ricoh reseller. Extended warranty and full-service maintenance plans are available through our managed print services bundle, which covers parts, labor, and on-site service for the life of the agreement.
Yes. Free delivery is included on every Ricoh IM 5000 order shipped within the continental United States. Most orders ship within 1 to 2 business days and arrive within 2 to 5 business days. Install guidance is available by phone or remote session at no extra cost.

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