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Leica Cyclone 3DR
What it is
Leica Cyclone 3DR is Windows desktop software for turning point cloud data into 3D models and other deliverables. It supports workflows for inspection, modelling and meshing, with data-cleaning tools and AI classification to help process point clouds. Users can create 2D and 3D models, meshes and textures, inspect reality-capture data, and generate reports. Scan2Verify creates prefilled QA/QC reports from scan data, and scripting can automate processing tasks. PRO Edition packages include specialised tools for AEC, Survey and Plant work. The software connects with Cyclone FIELD 360, Cyclone REGISTER 360 PLUS, Hexagon GeoCloud and downstream products such as CloudWorx. Listed formats include LGS/LGSx, E57, LAS/LAZ, IFC, RVT, FBX, DWG and DXF, though some depend on the license. The 2024.0 release notes specify 64-bit Windows 10 (Build 1809) or Windows 11. Leica recommends at least 16 GB RAM for regular desktop use, and 32 GB plus a supported NVIDIA GPU for auto-classification. A separate Free Viewer handles viewing and basic inspection tasks without using a full Cyclone 3DR license.
For and against
For
- AI classification and automated point-cloud processing
- Tools for inspection, modelling, meshing and reporting
- Supports E57 and LAS/LAZ formats
- Free Viewer offers measurements and basic inspection editing
Against
- Available for Windows desktop only
- Some file formats depend on license
- Auto-classification recommends 32 GB RAM and supported NVIDIA GPU
- Cyclone CLM licensing must be installed to launch
The verdict
Cyclone 3DR combines point-cloud preparation, inspection and modelling tools in a Windows desktop workflow. Check license-dependent formats and hardware requirements against the work you need to do.
Who it suits
It suits professionals working with point cloud data in AEC, surveying or plant industries who need inspection, modelling, meshing and reporting tools. The companion Free Viewer may suit people who need viewing and basic inspection capabilities without a full Cyclone 3DR license.
On the record
- Analysis and outputs
- The product offers inspection methods, 2D and 3D modelling, mesh and texture creation, and report generation.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Automation
- The product includes AI classification and automated point cloud processing tools.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- CAD connections
- The release notes list Send To/Send From connections with Autodesk AutoCAD, Hexagon MinePlan 3D and Hexagon BricsCAD.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Data preparation
- Its data preparation tools clean 3D data to reduce noise and errors.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Desktop platform
- The 2024.0 release notes specify Microsoft Windows 10 (Build 1809) and Windows 11, with 64-bit support.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- File formats
- The 2024.0 release notes list support for formats including LGS/LGSx, E57, LAS/LAZ, IFC, RVT, FBX, DWG and DXF, with some file types dependent on license.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Formats
- The product page lists LGSx integration, CAD connectivity, and BIM format support including IFC, RVT, FBX and BCF.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Free Viewer
- Leica offers a companion Free Viewer for viewing data and performing simple checks without using a full licence.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Hardware requirements
- The release notes recommend at least 16 GB RAM for regular desktop workflows and 32 GB RAM plus a supported NVIDIA GPU for auto-classification.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Industry editions
- PRO Edition packages include specialised tools for AEC, Survey and Plant industries.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Inspection
- The product provides inspection methods for reality capture data, and Scan2Verify creates prefilled QA/QC reports from scan data.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Leica describes Cyclone 3DR as working with Cyclone FIELD 360, Cyclone REGISTER 360 PLUS, Hexagon GeoCloud and Leica CloudWorx.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Learning and support
- Leica offers product documentation, tutorials, e-learning, and customer support and technical service through its customer resources.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- License limits
- The release notes say DWG requires the AEC or PRO Edition and available license options depend on what was purchased.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Licensing
- The software uses Leica CLM licensing, which must be installed to launch Cyclone 3DR; licenses can be local or on a dedicated server.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Maker headquarters
- Leica Geosystems AG lists its address as Heinrich-Wild-Strasse, 9435 Heerbrugg, Switzerland.leica-geosystems.com · read 2 Oct 2026
- Modelling
- The 3D meshing and texturing engine creates meshes for visualisation and analysis, while industry-focused features support 2D and 3D models.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Platform
- A Leica release note specifies Microsoft Windows 64-bit as the operating system for Cyclone 3DR.cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com · read 3 Oct 2026
