Ricoh · Color Multifunction

Ricoh MP C406

42 ppm B&W / 36 ppm color MFP for offices at 5,000-10,000 monthly pages. Color speed is lower than B&W.

Print speed
36 ppm color
Display
10.1 inches
Scanner Type
Automatic Reversing Document Feeder (ARDF)
ADF Feeder
50 sheets pages
Duplex
Single-sided (Simplex)
Connectivity
USB · Ethernet · Wi-Fi
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Ricoh Ricoh MP C406
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Is this the right printer for you?

Who the Ricoh MP C406 is actually for

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.

Best fit

Pick this if...

  • You run a 15-25 person office printing 5,000-10,000 monthly pages.
  • Your workload is mostly B&W with color used selectively.
  • You want one MFP for print, copy, scan, and fax.
  • You need full wireless connectivity for laptops and phones.
  • You want the current Ricoh firmware and security baseline.
Works fine

You'll be happy if...

  • It's fine if your color load is moderate and B&W dominates day-to-day.
  • It's fine if you mostly print letter and legal.
  • It's fine if your scan workflows are straightforward.
  • It's fine if you'll grow modestly over the next 18 months.
Look elsewhere

Skip this if...

  • Skip this if your workload is color-heavy — the 36 ppm color speed will bottleneck you.
  • Skip this if you print over 12,000 pages monthly.
  • Skip this if you need built-in saddle-stitch booklet finishing.
  • Skip this if you need 11x17 daily.
  • Skip this if you need photo-grade color for client deliverables.
Full specifications

Every spec, no guessing

The Ricoh MP C406 runs 42 pages per minute in black and 36 ppm in color, sized for offices doing 5,000-10,000 monthly pages. Print, copy, scan, and fax bundled in with Wi-Fi, Ethernet, USB, and Bluetooth. Auto duplex standard. Resolution is 1200x1200 dpi with optional finishing modules. The slightly lower color speed than B&W reflects the heavier toner load on color jobs — the imaging units run a bit slower to maintain color quality on coverage-heavy pages. Sized as the small-office workhorse just below the C407 in Ricoh's current lineup. The regret: a few buyers expected matched 42 ppm in both modes — read the spec sheet carefully. If your workflow is color-heavy, the effective throughput is the 36 ppm color number, not the headline 42. Print 1,000 color pages and the difference between 42 and 36 ppm is roughly 4 minutes — small per job but adds up across a busy week. If color jobs dominate your workload and speed matters, look at the C407 or C4504 where the color and B&W speeds match more closely.
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Print
Print technology Multifunction
Print speed (mono) Up to 42 pages per minute
Print speed (color) Up to 36 pages per minute
Duplex printing Single-sided (Simplex)
First page out < 4.9 seconds (B&W), 6.8 seconds (Color)
Copy & Scan
Capability Color Multifunction
Copy speed Up to 42 ppm simplex (B&W), 36 ppm simplex (Color) copies per minute
Duplex copy / scan Single-sided (Simplex)
Scanner type Automatic Reversing Document Feeder (ARDF)
Scan destinations Email, Folder (SMB/FTP/URL), USB
Paper & Media
Automatic document feeder 50 sheets pages
Recommended monthly volume 3000 pages
Max monthly duty cycle 125,000 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 10.1 inches
Physical & power
Form factor Workgroup
Usage class Small Office
Manufacturer Ricoh
Model Ricoh MP C406
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 · Full warranty
  • Machine is yours the day it arrives
  • Starter toner supply included
  • Standard 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 OEM Supplies & Consumables
  • Genuine OEM toner cartridges designed for this model
  • Replacement drum units and maintenance kits
  • Certified high-yield or standard capacity options
  • 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 C406

The printer itself

Ricoh MP C406 in original Ricoh packaging. Workgroup form factor, roughly 19.9 x 20.1 x 23.1 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 guide, power cord, connectivity cables, and setup resources.

Setup call (if you want it)

Book a 20-minute setup call with our team. We'll walk through network configuration and onboarding.

Supplies & consumables

Genuine OEM Supplies for the Ricoh MP C406

Need replacement toner or parts for your Ricoh Ricoh MP C406? 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 Toner

Standard-Capacity Toner

Standard OEM toner cartridge, best for offices with lower monthly print volumes.

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High-Yield Toner

High-Capacity Toner BEST VALUE

High-yield OEM toner cartridge, delivering a lower cost-per-page for active offices.

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Drum / Kit

Drum Unit / Maintenance Kit

OEM-certified replacement components to restore original print quality and reliability.

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Get a quote on the Ricoh MP C406

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 C406, common questions

The questions we get asked most often on this model. If yours isn't here, call (888) 574-5120 and get an answer in about 30 seconds.

Yes, the Ricoh MP C406 ships with starter toner cartridges. The black starter toner yields approximately 17,000 pages, while the cyan, magenta, and yellow starter toners each yield around 6,000 pages at 5% coverage. Replacement toners are available in high-yield options, such as the black cartridge (842091) with a 17,000-page yield and color cartridges (842092, 842093, 842094) with 6,000-page yields. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Ricoh MP C406 is a color multifunction printer with speeds of 42 ppm in black and 36 ppm in color, ideal for offices printing 5,000-10,000 pages monthly. In contrast, the Ricoh IM 2500 is a monochrome printer with a speed of 25 ppm, designed for mid-sized offices needing tabloid output without color. The MP C406 includes standard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, while the IM 2500 offers optional Wi-Fi and requires a separate fax kit. For small offices needing color and faster speeds, the MP C406 is the better choice.
Yes, the Ricoh MP C406 is well-suited for small businesses, offering speeds of 42 ppm in black and 36 ppm in color, with a monthly volume capacity of 5,000-10,000 pages. It includes features like auto duplex, Wi-Fi, and optional finishing modules, making it a versatile choice for offices with moderate to high printing needs. Its compact size and multifunction capabilities (print, copy, scan, fax) make it ideal for small business environments.
Yes, the Ricoh MP C406 supports color printing, with a speed of 36 ppm in color and 42 ppm in black. It uses separate cyan, magenta, and yellow toner cartridges to produce high-quality color output at 1200x1200 dpi resolution.
Request a quote through the form on this page or call us at (888) 574-5120. 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 C406 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 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 C406 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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