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Leica Cyclone 3DR

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What it is

Leica Cyclone 3DR is Windows desktop software for converting point cloud data into 3D models and deliverables. Its workflows cover inspection, modelling and meshing, with tools for cleaning data and automating processing through AI classification and scripting. Users can build 2D and 3D models, meshes and textures, inspect reality-capture data and generate reports. Scan2Verify creates prefilled QA/QC reports from scan data. PRO Edition packages add specialised tools for AEC, Survey and Plant industries.

The software works 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 workflows, and 32 GB plus a supported NVIDIA GPU for auto-classification. A companion Free Viewer supports viewing and basic inspection tasks without using a full Cyclone 3DR license.

Spec sheet

Purpose
Cyclone 3DR transforms point cloud data into 3D models, deliverables and reports using automation and AI classification tools.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Integrations
Leica describes Cyclone 3DR as working with Cyclone FIELD 360, Cyclone REGISTER 360 PLUS, Hexagon GeoCloud and Leica CloudWorx.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Analysis and outputs
The product offers inspection methods, 2D and 3D modelling, mesh and texture creation, and report generation.Read 2 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Automation
The product includes AI classification and automated point cloud processing tools.Read 2 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
CAD connections
The release notes list Send To/Send From connections with Autodesk AutoCAD, Hexagon MinePlan 3D and Hexagon BricsCAD.Read 2 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Data preparation
Its data preparation tools clean 3D data to reduce noise and errors.Read 2 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Desktop platform
The 2024.0 release notes specify Microsoft Windows 10 (Build 1809) and Windows 11, with 64-bit support.Read 2 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
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.Read 2 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Formats
The product page lists LGSx integration, CAD connectivity, and BIM format support including IFC, RVT, FBX and BCF.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Free Viewer
Leica offers a companion Free Viewer for viewing data and performing simple checks without using a full licence.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
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.Read 2 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Industry editions
PRO Edition packages include specialised tools for AEC, Survey and Plant industries.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Inspection
The product provides inspection methods for reality capture data, and Scan2Verify creates prefilled QA/QC reports from scan data.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Learning and support
Leica offers product documentation, tutorials, e-learning, and customer support and technical service through its customer resources.Read 2 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
License limits
The release notes say DWG requires the AEC or PRO Edition and available license options depend on what was purchased.Read 2 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Licensing
The software uses Leica CLM licensing, which must be installed to launch Cyclone 3DR; licenses can be local or on a dedicated server.Read 3 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Maker headquarters
Leica Geosystems AG lists its address as Heinrich-Wild-Strasse, 9435 Heerbrugg, Switzerland.Read 2 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Modelling
The 3D meshing and texturing engine creates meshes for visualisation and analysis, while industry-focused features support 2D and 3D models.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Platform
A Leica release note specifies Microsoft Windows 64-bit as the operating system for Cyclone 3DR.Read 3 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Point cloud processing
Its toolbox includes data cleaning and AI segmentation, and it supports scripting to automate processing tasks.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Scripting API
Cyclone 3DR Script exposes most software functions through JavaScript and is based on the V8 engine with async/await, Fetch API, dynamic module imports and WebAssembly support.Read 3 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Training and help
Leica provides documentation, tutorials and online training courses through myWorld for users with an activated, unexpired temporary or permanent license.Read 3 Oct 2026 · cyclone3dr.leica-geosystems.com
Viewer capabilities
The Free Viewer supports importing point clouds, meshes, polylines and CAD/BIM files, 3D measurements, labels and viewing or editing 3D inspections.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com
Workflows
The product supports inspection, modelling and meshing workflows, from data import and analysis through publishing and reporting.Read 3 Oct 2026 · leica-geosystems.com

Strong points and limits

Strong points

  • Includes AI classification and automated processing
  • Creates meshes, textures and 2D or 3D models
  • Supports E57 and LAS/LAZ formats
  • Free Viewer handles viewing and basic inspection

Limits

  • Runs on Windows desktop
  • Some file types depend on the license
  • Auto-classification recommends 32 GB RAM and a supported NVIDIA GPU

Who it suits

Cyclone 3DR suits users working with point clouds who need inspection, modelling, meshing or reporting tools on Windows. Its PRO Edition packages target AEC, Survey and Plant workflows.

Verdict

Cyclone 3DR covers point-cloud processing through modelling, inspection and reporting, with a separate Free Viewer for basic tasks. Confirm license-dependent formats and hardware needs for the workflows you plan to use.

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