55/50 ppm A3 high-volume enterprise color MFP labeled 'production' but sized for 30K to 70K pages monthly.
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Kyocera's TASKalfa 5551ci prints A3 color at 55 ppm B&W and 50 ppm color and is the production-class refresh of the 5550ci with improved engine reliability and updated controller. Catalog lists this as 'Production' usage class although the chassis is closer to high-volume enterprise than true commercial press. Designed for in-plants and corporate print rooms doing 30,000 to 70,000 pages a month with mixed color and B&W. Standard duplex print, dual-scan ADF, optional DF-7110 100-sheet stapler and DF-7120 saddle-stitch finisher. Ecosys long-life drum, HyPAS workflow apps. One regret: 'Production' here is aspirational — the 5551ci is not a true commercial color press like the Konica bizhub PRESS C1070. For real production color volumes above 100,000 color pages a month, source a true production unit. The 5551ci fits high-volume enterprise, not commercial print.
| Print technology | Multifunction |
|---|---|
| Print speed (mono) | Up to 55 pages per minute |
| Print speed (color) | Up to 50 pages per minute |
| Duplex printing | Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF) |
| Print resolution | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| First page out | < 3.4 seconds (B/W), 4.7 seconds (Color) |
| Copy & Scan | |
| Capability | Color Multifunction |
| Copy speed | Up to 55 ppm simplex copies per minute |
| Duplex copy / scan | Auto Duplex Print & Scan (DADF) |
| Scan resolution (optical) | Up to 600 × 600 dpi |
| Paper & Media | |
| Recommended monthly volume | 2500 pages |
| Max monthly duty cycle | 225,000 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 |
| Physical & power | |
| Form factor | Workgroup |
| Usage class | Production |
| Manufacturer | Kyocera |
| Model | TASKalfa 5551ci |
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 5551ci in original Kyocera packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 26.29 W x 30.19 D x 29.40 H
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 TASKalfa 5551ci? 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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