Best fit
Pick this if...
- You run a 15 to 30 user office.
- You print 4,000 to 9,000 mono impressions a month.
- You need 11 x 17 ledger.
- You want PostScript 3 emulation in the box.
- You can accept 600 dpi.
Ricoh · Monochrome Multifunction
Ricoh Mp 3053
30 ppm mono MFP at 600 dpi up to 11 x 17. 1,100-sheet input to 4,700, PostScript 3, ARDF for duplex originals.
Print speed
30 ppm mono
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Automatic Duplex
Connectivity
Bluetooth · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
Free delivery
24-hr quote turnaround
Authorized Ricoh reseller
Lease or buy outright
In stock
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 Mp 3053 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."
Works fine
You'll be happy if...
- It's fine for shared workgroup use.
- It's fine for legal, accounting, or back-office work.
- It's fine for routine document workflows.
Look elsewhere
Skip this if...
- Skip this if you need 1200 dpi small-type clarity.
- Skip this if you need color.
- Skip this if monthly volume crosses 12,000 mono.
Full specifications
Every spec, no guessing
The Ricoh Aficio MP 3053 runs 30 letter pages per minute monochrome at 600 x 600 dpi on stocks to 11 x 17 inches. The 8.5-inch operation panel handles queue management, base input is 1,100 sheets across two trays plus 100-sheet bypass expandable to 4,700, and PostScript 3 emulation, PCL5e/PCL6, native PDF, plus scan-to-folder/email/URL ship standard. Auto duplex and 100-sheet ARDF are standard. The one regret is the 600 dpi base resolution, which has been surpassed by 1200 dpi successors in the 3054/3055 line, so an office buying today should consider a newer model unless 600 dpi suffices.| Print technology | Multifunction |
|---|---|
| Print speed (mono) | Up to 30 pages per minute |
| Print speed (color) | Up to pages per minute |
| Duplex printing | Automatic Duplex |
| First page out | < 4.2 seconds |
| Copy & Scan | |
| Capability | Monochrome Multifunction |
| Copy speed | Up to 30 ppm copies per minute |
| Duplex copy / scan | Automatic Duplex |
| Scanner type | |
| Scan destinations | |
| Paper | |
| Paper capacity | 0 sheets |
| Paper size | |
| Automatic document feeder | 100 sheets pages |
| Recommended monthly volume | 10000 pages |
| Max monthly duty cycle | 2,100,000 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 | Workgroup |
| Usage class | Small Office |
| Manufacturer | Ricoh |
| Model | Ricoh Aficio MP 3053 / MP 3053SP |
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
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
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
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 Mp 3053
The printer itself
Ricoh Mp 3053 in original Ricoh packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 23.1 x 25.7 x 32.6 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 Mp 3053
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.
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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 Mp 3053, 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 MP 3053 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner typically yields around 11,000 pages at 5% coverage. The replacement high-yield toner model is the Ricoh Type 2120D (part number 841337 or 885288), which also yields approximately 11,000 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh MP 3053 prints at 30 pages per minute with a 600 x 600 dpi resolution, while the Ricoh IM 2500 prints at 25 pages per minute but offers a higher 1,200 x 1,200 dpi resolution. The MP 3053 has an 8.5-inch operation panel and a 100-sheet ARDF, whereas the IM 2500 features a larger 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel and a 220-sheet single-pass document feeder with faster scanning (240 images per minute). The IM 2500 also includes Always Current Technology for firmware updates and is better suited for offices printing 2,500 to 8,000 pages monthly. For small offices needing higher resolution and advanced scanning, the IM 2500 is a stronger choice.
The Ricoh MP 3053 is suitable for small businesses with moderate printing needs, offering a speed of 30 pages per minute and a monthly volume capacity that aligns with typical small office demands. However, its 600 dpi resolution may not meet the needs of businesses requiring higher print quality.
No, the Ricoh MP 3053 is a monochrome printer and only prints in black and white. For color printing, consider alternatives like the Ricoh MP C3004, Ricoh MP C3504, or Ricoh MP C4504.
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 Mp 3053 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 Mp 3053 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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