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Ricoh · Color Multifunction

Ricoh MP C5503

55 ppm enterprise color MFP for offices at 18,000-30,000 monthly pages. Get a service quote before buying refurbished.

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Print speed
55 ppm color
Paper capacity
sheets
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
Bluetooth · USB · Wi-Fi · Ethernet
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Ricoh Ricoh Aficio MP C5503
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 C5503 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 found a refurbished C5503 with a competitive service contract attached.
  • You run a 50+ person office printing 18,000-30,000 monthly pages.
  • You need 55 ppm in both color and black for sustained throughput.
  • You want print, copy, scan, and fax in one enterprise chassis.
  • You have IT support comfortable with older Ricoh firmware.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your color load is moderate and B&W dominates the daily mix.
  • It's fine if you'll add finishing modules as needs evolve.
  • It's fine if you mostly print letter, legal, and 11x17.
  • It's fine if you'll plan a fleet refresh in 2-3 years.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if the service contract pricing on this older unit beats a new model's TCO.
  • Skip this if you need current security and authentication features.
  • Skip this if you print over 35,000 pages monthly.
  • Skip this if you need photo-grade color for client deliverables.
  • Skip this if you need integrated saddle-stitch booklet finishing day one.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

At 55 pages per minute in color and black, the Ricoh MP C5503 steps into enterprise territory — built for offices doing 18,000-30,000 monthly pages with serious scan and finishing demands. Print, copy, scan, fax, full wireless connectivity. Optional finishing options include large-capacity stapling, hole punch, and saddle-stitch booklet making with the high-end finisher. This is older-generation; the current equivalents are the C5504 and successor lines. The C5503 was Ricoh's enterprise color MFP for several years and many units remain in active service in larger offices. The regret: enterprise MFPs have meaningful service contract pricing, and an older unit's contract can be more expensive per page than a new model's. Get a current service quote alongside the hardware quote before buying refurbished — the per-impression cost on a five-year service agreement matters more than the upfront hardware discount. If a new C5504 or C5500 series with full warranty has better five-year TCO, the refurbished discount is illusory. Run the math properly with your dealer.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 55 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 55 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
First page out < 3.1 sec (BW), 4.5 sec (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 55 ppm simplex copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type Single Pass Document Feeder (SPDF)
Scan destinations E-mail, Folder, USB, SD Card
Paper
Paper capacity 0 sheets
Paper size
Automatic document feeder 220 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 50000 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
Display 9 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Enterprise
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model Ricoh Aficio MP C5503
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 MP C5503

The printer itself

Ricoh MP C5503 in original Ricoh packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 23.1 x 27.0 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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Get a quote on the Ricoh MP C5503

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 MP C5503, 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 C5503 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter black toner yields approximately 33,000 pages, while color toners (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) yield around 22,500 pages each. Replacement high-yield toner models include the 841849 (black), 841852 (cyan), 841851 (magenta), and 841850 (yellow). When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh MP C5503 is a color MFP with a speed of 55 ppm, designed for high-volume offices printing 18,000-30,000 pages monthly, while the Ricoh IM 2500 is a monochrome MFP with a speed of 25 ppm, suited for mid-sized offices printing 2,500-8,000 pages monthly. The MP C5503 supports color printing and advanced finishing options like booklet making, whereas the IM 2500 focuses on black-and-white output with tabloid support and a 220-sheet single-pass document feeder. For small offices needing color and high volume, the MP C5503 is ideal, but for those prioritizing cost efficiency and monochrome output, the IM 2500 is a better fit.
The Ricoh MP C5503 is designed for high-volume environments, with a monthly page volume of 18,000-30,000 pages and a speed of 55 ppm. While it offers robust features like color printing and advanced finishing, its enterprise-level capabilities may exceed the needs of a typical small business. For smaller offices with lower volume requirements, consider a more compact and cost-effective option.
Yes, the Ricoh MP C5503 supports full-color printing at 55 pages per minute in both color and black-and-white.
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 C5503 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 C5503 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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