A3 color laser MFP for workgroups of 20-40 — 45 ppm, 1,200-sheet standard capacity, 220-sheet single-pass duplex feeder, and a 9" color touchscreen on a 220-lb chassis.
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Is this the right printer for you?
Who the Lanier MP C4503 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 workgroup of 20-40 people printing 8,000-20,000 pages a month with regular A3 color and heavy scanning.
You scan 200+ duplex pages a day and need the 220-sheet single-pass duplex feeder at 110/180 ipm — the headline upgrade vs the C4502.
You want the 9" tiltable color touchscreen on a sub-$8K used floor unit.
You're standardizing on Ricoh or Lanier and matching an existing fleet on Web Image Monitor and @Remote.
Works fine
You'll be happy if...
You print 20,000-30,000 pages a month — engine handles it but the C5503 has the same footprint at 55 ppm.
You want wireless out of the box — Wi-Fi is an optional interface, around $200-300 installed.
You're replacing an MP C4502 — operators adapt to the 9" touchscreen quickly; the SPDF mechanism is the major training change.
You need finishing — internal, 1,000-sheet stapler, 1,000-sheet booklet, 2,000-sheet booklet, and 3,000-sheet finisher all bolt on as options.
Look elsewhere
Skip this if...
You print under 5,000 pages a month — overbuilt; a desktop A4 unit (C406/C407) costs less to run.
You need the Smart Operation Panel (10.1" Android) — that arrived on the C4504 generation; this is the 9" classic panel.
Your color volume is essentially zero — get a B&W A3 MFP for half the per-page cost.
You're looking for a brand-new unit with full warranty — discontinued, sold refurbished or off-lease.
You don't have a Lanier or Ricoh dealer relationship — supplies and firmware ship through authorized channels.
Full specifications
Every spec, no guessing
The Lanier MP C4503 is an A3 (11x17) color laser MFP built for workgroups of 20-40 users printing 8,000-20,000 pages a month with regular tabloid color and heavy scanning. It prints and copies 45 ppm in both black and color from two 550-sheet drawers plus a 100-sheet bypass (1,200 sheets standard, expandable to 4,700 with the Tandem LCT and Side LCT). Lanier rates the chassis at 200,000 pages max monthly. First-copy-out is 4 seconds black / 5.7 seconds color at 1200 x 1200 dpi from the 4-drum engine. The 220-sheet Single Pass Document Feeder (SPDF) is what makes the C4503 the upgrade from the C4502 — duplex scanning at 180 ipm via single-pass mechanism, no flipping originals. The 9-inch tiltable color touchscreen with SD/USB slot is the same panel across the C3503/C4503/C5503/C6003 series. Standard connectivity is Gigabit Ethernet plus three USB 2.0 host ports, Type B, and an SD slot; Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Parallel are optional. The thing buyers regret: not stepping to the optional 10.1" Smart Operation Panel during purchase — the 9" panel is fine but the 10.1" SOP is the future-firmware platform. We sell C4503 units to mid-size legal, healthcare, and engineering firms that scan stacks of duplex originals daily and need 45 ppm A3 color on a 220-lb floor footprint.
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.
Included with every order
What ships with the Lanier MP C4503
The printer itself
Lanier MP C4503 in original Lanier 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
Lanier 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 Lanier MP C4503
Need replacement toner or parts for your Lanier Lanier MP C4503? 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.
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
Lanier MP C4503, 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 Lanier MP C4503 ships with a starter toner cartridge. The starter toner yields approximately 33,000 pages for black and 22,500 pages for each color (cyan, magenta, yellow) at 5% coverage. Replacement high-yield toner cartridges are available, with black (841849) yielding 33,000–36,000 pages and color toners (841852, 841851, 841850) yielding 22,500–25,500 pages. When you lease through us with toner included, you never pay for toner separately.
The Lanier MP C4503 is a color A3 MFP designed for workgroups of 20–40 users, printing 8,000–20,000 pages monthly with 45 ppm in color and black, while the Lanier IM 430F is a monochrome A4 MFP for smaller offices (8–20 users) printing 3,000–8,000 pages monthly. The MP C4503 features a 220-sheet duplex ADF and a 9-inch touchscreen, while the IM 430F has a 50-sheet duplex ADF and a 10.1-inch Smart Operation Panel. The MP C4503 supports tabloid (11x17) printing and heavier scanning, making it ideal for legal, healthcare, or engineering firms, whereas the IM 430F is better suited for general office use with lower volume needs.
The Lanier MP C4503 is well-suited for small businesses with moderate to high printing needs, supporting 8,000–20,000 pages monthly at 45 ppm in color and black. Its A3 (11x17) capability, duplex scanning, and expandable paper capacity make it ideal for workgroups of 20–40 users.
Yes, the Lanier MP C4503 is a color laser MFP that prints in both color and black at 45 ppm. It uses a 4-drum engine to deliver high-quality color output at 1200 x 1200 dpi, making it ideal for businesses needing professional color documents.
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.
Lanier includes a 1-year limited manufacturer warranty on the Lanier MP C4503 when purchased new from an authorized reseller. 1-800 Office Solutions is an authorized Lanier 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 Lanier MP C4503 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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