45 ppm A3 color MFP with color/B&W parity for 8K to 25K pages a month, low cost-per-page on Ecosys drums.
Most equipment pages just tell you what a device 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 offer equipment for every business need, but the right machine depends on your specific workflow.
Kyocera's TASKalfa 4551ci prints A3 color at 45 ppm in both color and B&W and is the standard color sibling of the 4550ci family. Designed for small to mid-size offices doing 8,000 to 25,000 pages a month with mixed color and B&W output. Standard duplex print, dual-scan ADF runs at about 160 ipm, optional DF-7110 100-sheet stapler and DF-7120 saddle-stitch finisher. Kyocera Ecosys long-life drum keeps cost-per-page competitive even at color. One regret: the 4551ci shares chassis architecture with older Kyocera units — current-generation 4054ci units have stronger Kyocera Cloud Print integration and current security firmware. If your IT team requires current security baselines, source the newer generation. For straightforward color/B&W parity at low cost-per-page, the 4551ci still earns its keep on refurbished pricing.
| Print technology | Multifunction |
|---|---|
| Print speed (mono) | Up to 45 pages per minute |
| Print speed (color) | Up to 45 pages per minute |
| Duplex printing | Automatic Duplex |
| Print resolution | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| Copy & Scan | |
| Capability | Color Multifunction |
| Copy speed | Up to 45 ppm simplex copies per minute |
| Duplex copy / scan | Automatic Duplex |
| Scanner type | Single-pass duplex |
| Scan resolution (optical) | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| Scan destinations | email, FTP, SMB, USB |
| Paper & Media | |
| Recommended monthly volume | 2500 pages |
| Max monthly duty cycle | 150,000 pages/month |
| Connectivity | |
| Wired | Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000) |
| USB | High-Speed USB Interface (Host / Device) |
| Wireless | Wi-Fi 802.11b/g/n/ac/ax |
| Display | 8.5 inches |
| Physical & power | |
| Form factor | Workgroup |
| Usage class | Small Office |
| Manufacturer | Kyocera |
| Model | Kyocera TASKalfa 4551ci |
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.
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.
Kyocera TASKalfa 4551ci in original Kyocera packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 26.2 x 30.1 x 29.4 inches
Includes a high-capacity starter supply, giving you about 3 to 6 months of use before you have to think about your next order.
Kyocera quick-start guide, power cord, connectivity cables, and setup resources.
Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network configuration and onboarding.
Need replacement toner or parts for your Kyocera Kyocera TASKalfa 4551ci? We supply certified genuine OEM consumables to keep your machine printing at peak performance and ensure your manufacturer warranty remains fully protected.
Whether you require standard-yield cartridges for light printing, high-yield options for a lower cost-per-page, or replacement drum units, we carry the full lineup of compatible supplies for this model.
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.
Standard-Capacity Toner
Standard OEM toner cartridge, best for offices with lower monthly print volumes.
High-Capacity Toner BEST VALUE
High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.
Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit
OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.
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