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Ricoh Aficio Mp C3500

35 ppm A3 color enterprise MFP from Ricoh's 2007 MP C3500 platform — 1,100-sheet base capacity, 12x18 auto duplex, 100-sheet ADF, 8.5-inch panel, 100K duty cycle. End-of-service; durable on aftermarket support.

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Print speed
35 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Ethernet · USB · Wi-Fi · Bluetooth
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Ricoh Ricoh Aficio MP C3500
Authorized Ricoh reseller Free shipping to 50 states 1-year manufacturer warranty Install guidance by phone 30-day return policy
Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh Aficio Mp C3500 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 workgroup of 15-35 people that needs 11x17 and 12x18 color in-house and prints 4,000-10,000 pages a month.
  • You're keeping an existing MP C3500 alive on a service contract — the engine commonly hits 1M pages with regular PMs.
  • You're upgrading from an MP C2500/C3000 in the same chassis family and want 5-10 more ppm without changing operator habits.
  • You already run a Ricoh fleet on @Remote and want one more A3 color device that drops in.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • You print 2,500-4,000 pages a month — overbuilt for that, longer lease amortization.
  • You need scanning — 100-sheet ARDF handles letter, legal, 11x17, just slow on duplex.
  • You're replacing a Canon iR C3580 or Konica bizhub C352 — operators adapt to the Ricoh panel in 2-3 weeks.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • You print more than 12,000 pages a month — get an MP C4500 or current IM C3500.
  • You need single-pass duplex scanning — reversing ADF only.
  • You need official Ricoh service — end-of-service.
  • You need modern security/AD/TLS 1.2+ — 2007-era controller, won't pass current IT audit.
  • You print under 2,500 pages a month — too much machine.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh Aficio MP C3500 is a 35 ppm A3 color laser MFP from Ricoh's 2007 MP C2500/C3000/C3500/C4500 platform — the highest-volume member of that family. It prints and copies at 35 ppm in both mono and color up to 12x18, runs auto duplex standard, ships with a 100-sheet reversing ADF and 8.5-inch color WVGA touchscreen, and has dual 500-sheet drawers (1,100-sheet base capacity with bypass) expandable with optional LCT. The 100,000-page monthly duty cycle puts it in the 4,000-10,000 page/month range for workgroups of 15-35 people. We still service these — bought new 2008-2011, paid off the lease years ago, engine commonly past 1M pages with PMs. Strengths: durable chassis, predictable parts costs on aftermarket, fast first-page-out for the era. The thing buyers regret today: end-of-service from Ricoh, GW controller predates Smart Operation Panel, won't pass a current IT security audit, and the reversing ADF is slow on duplex scans. For a current equivalent at this speed, get the IM C3500.
Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 35 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 35 pages per minute
Duplex printing Automatic Duplex
Print resolution Up to 2,400 × 2,400 dpi
First page out < 4.5 seconds (B&W), 6.9 seconds (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 35 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Automatic Duplex
Scanner type Automatic Reversing Document Feeder (ARDF)
Scan resolution (optical) Up to 2,400 × 2,400 dpi
Scan destinations
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 80 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 15000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 200,000 pages/month
Connectivity
Wired Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000)
USB USB for charging, data transfer, and OTG support
Wireless Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax
Bluetooth Bluetooth for wireless peripherals and audio devices
Physical & power
Form factor Wide-format
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model Ricoh Aficio MP C3500
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 Aficio Mp C3500

The printer itself

Ricoh Aficio Mp C3500 in original Ricoh packaging. Wide-format form factor, roughly 26 x 27 x 30 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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Get a quote on the Ricoh Aficio Mp C3500

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.

  • Real pricing, no runaround. Upfront monthly lease rate or outright price, plus shipping and any install add-ons itemized.
  • One business day turnaround. Quotes land in your inbox within 24 hours. Often faster.
  • No credit pull until you say yes. We don't ping your credit to give you a quote. Only if you sign.
  • Volume & bundled supplies. Tell us your monthly print volume and we'll price toner bundling so you don't get surprised.
FAQ

Ricoh Aficio Mp C3500, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (704) 741-0821 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Ricoh Aficio MP C3500 ships with starter toner cartridges. The starter black toner yields approximately 23,000 pages, while each color toner (cyan, magenta, yellow) yields around 17,000 pages at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toners include black (841342) and color cartridges (cyan 841345, magenta 841344, yellow 841343). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh Aficio MP C3500 is a color MFP designed for workgroups of 15-35 people, with a 35 ppm print speed and a 100,000-page monthly duty cycle. In contrast, the Ricoh IM 7000 is a monochrome production-class MFP built for high-volume environments (100+ users), offering 71 ppm and a 300,000-page monthly duty cycle. The IM 7000 features a larger paper capacity (up to 8,700 sheets), a faster single-pass ADF, and a more advanced Android-based Smart Operation Panel. For small offices, the MP C3500 is a more practical and cost-effective choice.
Yes, the Ricoh Aficio MP C3500 is well-suited for small businesses, supporting workgroups of 15-35 people with a monthly page volume of 4,000-10,000 pages. It offers a fast 35 ppm print speed, color printing, and a durable design. However, its older firmware and security limitations may be a concern for some users.
Yes, the Ricoh Aficio MP C3500 is a color laser MFP capable of printing in both color and monochrome at 35 ppm. It supports color printing up to 12x18 inches and includes standard auto duplexing for efficient double-sided printing.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (704) 741-0821. 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 Aficio Mp C3500 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. Titan Office Solutions 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 Aficio Mp C3500 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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