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Ricoh IM 6000

Floor-standing A3 mono laser MFP for enterprise of 50-150 — 60 ppm, 220-sheet single-pass ADF, 1,200-sheet standard capacity, 10.1" Smart Operation Panel, 200,000-page duty cycle.

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Print speed
60 ppm color
Paper capacity
4,700 sheets
Duplex
Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB · Wi-Fi Direct
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Ricoh IM6000
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh IM 6000 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 an enterprise department, school district, or shared services group of 50-150 people that needs the fastest A3 mono in the IM 4000/5000/6000 lineup.
  • You print 15,000-35,000 pages a month and want serious headroom — the duty cycle is 200,000.
  • You scan stacks of mixed-size originals constantly and need single-pass duplex at 240 ipm to keep up with intake clerks.
  • You want first copy out in under 3 seconds for walk-up users who hate waiting.
  • You're standardizing on Ricoh's 10.1" Smart Operation Panel across enterprise units.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 8,000-15,000 pages a month — the IM 6000 handles it but the IM 5000 (50 ppm, same chassis) is the more cost-aligned pick at that volume.
  • You want wireless out of the box — Wi-Fi is an optional accessory on this model, not standard.
  • You need finishing options (staple, hole-punch, booklet maker) — bolt-on finishers are available, plan for the extra footprint and invoice line.
  • You're replacing a Konica Bizhub or Canon imageRUNNER A3 — operators learn the panel inside three weeks.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print under 5,000 pages a month — get the IM 3500 instead. The 6000 is wasted on light volume.
  • You need color. This is mono only — get the IM C4510 or IM C6000 for color A3 at this speed tier.
  • You print over 50,000 pages a month consistently — step up to the IM 7000 production-class lineup.
  • You want a small footprint — this is floor-standing at 23.1 x 25.7 x 37.9 inches and 168 lb.
  • You need Wi-Fi standard — wireless is an optional add-on.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh IM 6000 is the top-of-line A3 monochrome MFP in the standard IM 4000/5000/6000 lineup — built for enterprise departments, school districts, and shared services groups (50-150 users) running serious mono volume in-house. It prints and copies at 60 ppm with 1200 x 1200 dpi resolution, scans at 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 15,000-35,000 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 is Android-based with cloud connectors, embedded browser, and NFC pairing — same UI as the smaller IM 3500 and IM 5000, which matters for fleet standardization. Connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus USB 2.0 standard; Wi-Fi and NFC are optional. The thing buyers regret: paying for the 60 ppm engine when a slower model would do the job. If you're under 15,000 pages a month, the IM 5000 (50 ppm) or IM 3500 (35 ppm) shares the same chassis and panel at lower cost. The 60 ppm only matters when you're regularly running long jobs.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 60 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 60 pages per minute
Duplex printing Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
First page out < 2.9 seconds
Copy & Scan
Capability Monochrome Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 60 ppm copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF)
Scanner type Single-pass duplex
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 4 sheets
Paper size A5 · A4/Letter · Legal · A3/Tabloid
Recommended monthly volume 100000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 30,000 impressions/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless , Wi-Fi Direct
Display 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model IM6000
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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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 6000

The printer itself

Ricoh IM 6000 in original Ricoh packaging. Workgroup 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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each
DR810

Drum unit

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

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each
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5.0
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Based on 3 verified customer reviews

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What customers actually say

The 5-star consensus: "it just works"

Small sample size, high signal. The 3 verified reviewers picked this model to replace older inkjets or aging Ricoh machines. Common threads in the feedback:

  • "We've had the IM 6000 in our office for about 18 months now and it's been rock solid. The scan-to-email feature saves us a ton of time on document workflows, and the 60 ppm speed keeps up with our volume without any issues."
  • "Good workhorse machine for a small law office. Handles our mixed print and copy jobs well, though the learning curve on the touch panel was steeper than I expected. Support has been responsive when we've had questions."
  • "Replaced an older Ricoh with this one and the upgrade was worth it. Fewer paper jams, the finishing options are flexible, and toner costs are reasonable compared to what we were spending before."

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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 6000, 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 6000 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner typically yields around 37,000 pages. For replacement, you can use high-yield black toner cartridges (e.g., Ricoh 841999 or 842126) with a yield of approximately 37,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh IM 6000 is designed for high-volume environments, printing at 60 ppm with a monthly duty cycle of 200,000 pages, while the Ricoh IM 2500 is suited for mid-sized offices with a speed of 25 ppm and a lower monthly volume. The IM 6000 has a faster first-page-out time (2.9 seconds vs. 4.1 seconds) and a higher standard paper capacity (1,200 sheets vs. 1,200 sheets, but expandable to 4,700 sheets for both). The IM 6000 is ideal for larger workgroups (50-150 users), whereas the IM 2500 is better for smaller teams (10-30 users). For small offices with lower print volumes, the IM 2500 offers a cost-effective solution.
The Ricoh IM 6000 is built for high-volume environments, with a monthly duty cycle of 200,000 pages and a speed of 60 ppm, making it more suited for larger workgroups (50-150 users). For small businesses with lower print volumes (under 15,000 pages/month), a smaller model like the Ricoh IM 3500 or IM 5000 may be more cost-effective.
No, the Ricoh IM 6000 is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. If you need color printing, consider alternatives like the Ricoh IM C6000, Ricoh IM C4500, or Ricoh IM C3500.
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 6000 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 6000 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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