Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000X Mono Multifunction Printer
40ppm Mono | Print | Copy | Scan | Fax | Auto Duplex | 100-Sheet Dual-Scan ADF | Gigabit Ethernet | 7" Touchscreen
The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000X is an A4 monochrome laser multifunction printer designed for small to medium workgroups that need fast, reliable mono output with built-in fax capability and wired network connectivity. Printing and copying at up to 40 pages per minute, it handles print, copy, scan, and fax from a single networked device. A 100-sheet dual-scan document processor is included as standard, enabling duplex batch scanning and copying at up to 120 images per minute — suited to offices with regular multi-page document workflows. The 7-inch colour touchscreen provides a clear, responsive control interface for shared team use, and automatic duplex printing is standard. Connecting via Gigabit Ethernet, the MA4000X is straightforward to integrate into existing wired office networks without the need for wireless configuration. With a monthly duty cycle of 100,000 pages, a standard paper input of 350 sheets expandable to 2,000 sheets with optional cassettes, and a security feature set covering data encryption, PIN release printing, and Trusted Platform Module, the MA4000X delivers the throughput and document security required by busy professional workgroups.
Key Features at a Glance
- 4-in-1 functionality: print, copy, scan, and fax from a single A4 monochrome network device
- 40ppm mono print and copy speed — consistent throughput for shared workgroup use
- Print resolution up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi for sharp, accurate text and fine-line document output
- Automatic duplex printing standard — supporting 60–163 g/m²
- 100-sheet dual-scan document processor (DSDP) included as standard for fast duplex batch scanning and copying at up to 120 ipm
- 350-sheet standard paper input: 100-sheet multi-purpose tray (60–220 g/m²) plus 250-sheet universal cassette, expandable to 2,000 sheets with optional feeders
- Gigabit Ethernet connectivity (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T) plus USB 2.0 Hi-Speed and 2× USB Host
- Full Super G3 fax with network fax support — distinguishing the MA4000X from the non-fax MA4000ix
- 7-inch colour touchscreen control panel for intuitive navigation in shared-office environments
- Mobile printing via AirPrint and Mopria (wireless printing requires optional Wi-Fi module)
- TK-1274 toner cartridge — single black mono toner for straightforward consumable stock management
- Monthly duty cycle: up to 100,000 pages
- Security: Trusted Platform Module, data overwrite and encryption, Secure Boot, TLS, IPsec, SNMPv3, PIN release, Private Print
- Kyocera ECOSYS long-life components — drum and developer covered 3 years, reducing service frequency and total cost of ownership
Full Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model | Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000X |
| SKU (AU) | MA4000A |
| Printer type | A4 Monochrome Laser Multifunction Printer |
| Functions | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax |
| Print technology | ECOSYS Laser |
| Print speed (mono) | Up to 40 pages per minute (A4) |
| Print resolution | Up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi |
| Time to first page (mono) | 5.4 seconds or less |
| Automatic duplex printing | Yes — standard, 60–163 g/m² |
| Copy speed | Up to 40 cpm mono |
| Copy resolution | 600 × 600 dpi |
| Zoom range | 25–400% in 1% steps |
| Scanner type | Flatbed with 100-sheet dual-scan document processor (standard) |
| Scan speed (simplex) | 60 ipm (300 dpi, A4) |
| Scan speed (duplex via DSDP) | 120 ipm (300 dpi, A4) |
| Scan resolution | Up to 600 × 600 dpi standard; up to 1,200 × 1,200 dpi via TWAIN/WIA driver |
| Scan features | Scan to email, FTP, SMB, USB host, TWAIN, WIA, WSD; encrypted data transfer |
| Fax | Super G3 fax with network fax support |
| Document processor | 100-sheet dual-scan DP (standard) — 50–120 g/m²; A4, A5, A6, B5, Letter, Legal, Custom (105 × 148 to 216 × 356 mm) |
| Paper input (standard) | 100-sheet multi-purpose tray (60–220 g/m²) + 250-sheet universal cassette = 350 sheets |
| Max paper input capacity | Up to 2,000 sheets with optional paper feeders |
| Output capacity | 250 sheets |
| Max paper size | A4 |
| Paper sizes supported | A4, A5, A6, B5, B6, Letter, Legal, Folio, Custom |
| Paper weights (MP tray) | 60–220 g/m² |
| Paper weights (cassette) | 60–163 g/m² |
| Display | 7-inch colour touchscreen |
| Connectivity (standard) | Gigabit Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T), USB 2.0 Hi-Speed, 2× USB Host |
| Connectivity (optional) | Wireless LAN via IB-51 module (IEEE 802.11b/g/n), Wi-Fi Direct |
| Mobile printing | AirPrint, Mopria (optional wireless module required for Wi-Fi printing) |
| Security | Trusted Platform Module, Secure Boot, data overwrite and encryption, TLS, IPsec, SNMPv3, PIN release printing, Private Print |
| Monthly duty cycle | Up to 100,000 pages |
| OS support | Windows (current versions); macOS; Linux; Chrome OS 118 or higher |
| Warm-up time | 26 seconds or less |
| Compatible toner | TK-1274 |
| Warranty | 1-year warranty; drum and developer guaranteed 3 years or 200,000 pages (whichever occurs sooner) |
Compatible Toner Cartridge — TK-1274
The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000X uses the TK-1274 toner cartridge — a single black mono toner for straightforward consumable management. The TK-1274 is available from CartridgesDirect.
TK-1274 Toner Cartridge
The TK-1274 is the standard mono toner for the MA4000X. Its high page yield makes it suited to workgroups printing document-heavy daily volumes, delivering a low cost per page for offices where mono output is the primary workload.
| Colour | Part Number | Page Yield | Buy at CartridgesDirect |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | TK-1274 (1T0C0Y0AU0) | 7,200 pages | Kyocera TK-1274 Black Toner Cartridge |
Compatibility warning: The Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000X uses the TK-1274 toner cartridge exclusively. Do not confuse with TK-1254, TK-1244, TK-1174, or TK-1154 — these are designed for different Kyocera models and are not interchangeable with the MA4000X. Always verify toner model compatibility at time of purchase.
Kyocera MA4000X vs MA4000WIFX vs MA4000FX: Which Model Is Right for Your Business?
The ECOSYS MA4000X, MA4000WIFX, and MA4000FX all share the same core platform — identical print speed, paper handling, scanning capability, 7-inch touchscreen, and TK-1274 toner. The differences come down to connectivity and fax. Understanding where each model sits helps match the right device to your office infrastructure and workflow requirements.
| Feature | MA4000X | MA4000WIFX | MA4000FX |
|---|---|---|---|
| Functions | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax | Print, Copy, Scan, Fax |
| Fax | Super G3 with network fax | Super G3 with network fax | Super G3 with network fax |
| Print speed | 40 ppm mono | 40 ppm mono | 40 ppm mono |
| ADF | 100-sheet dual-scan DSDP | 100-sheet dual-scan DSDP | 100-sheet dual-scan DSDP |
| Display | 7-inch colour touchscreen | 7-inch colour touchscreen | 7-inch colour touchscreen |
| Wired Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet | Gigabit Ethernet |
| Built-in Wi-Fi | No (optional via IB-51 module) | Yes — IEEE 802.11b/g/n | No (optional via IB-51 module) |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Optional module required | Yes — included | Optional module required |
| Toner | TK-1274 | TK-1274 | TK-1274 |
| Security | TPM, Secure Boot, encryption, PIN release | TPM, Secure Boot, encryption, PIN release | TPM, Secure Boot, encryption, PIN release |
| Monthly duty cycle | Up to 100,000 pages | Up to 100,000 pages | Up to 100,000 pages |
The Verdict
If your office runs a stable wired Ethernet network and has no requirement for wireless, the MA4000X and MA4000FX deliver identical core performance to the MA4000WIFX without built-in Wi-Fi. The distinction between the MA4000X and MA4000FX is model variant rather than capability — both are wired-first devices with fax. Choose the MA4000WIFX if your environment benefits from wireless deployment or mobile printing via Wi-Fi Direct without adding an optional module. All three models use the same TK-1274 toner cartridge, available from CartridgesDirect with fast delivery across Australia.
Who Is the Kyocera MA4000X Best Suited For?
The MA4000X is suited to small and medium-sized offices that need fast mono output, built-in fax, and wired network reliability in a single shared device. Its 40 ppm throughput, 100-sheet DSDP, and 7-inch touchscreen make it a capable device for workgroups of five to fifteen people, particularly in professional services and regulated industries where fax remains part of daily operations and a fixed Ethernet connection is preferred.
Medical & Allied Health
Clinics, specialist practices, and allied health providers rely on fax for referrals, pathology results, and insurance correspondence. The MA4000X covers this requirement alongside fast mono printing and Private Print for sensitive patient documents. The ECOSYS long-life component design reduces service interruptions in busy clinical environments, and Gigabit Ethernet ensures reliable connection to the practice network.
Legal Offices
Law firms communicating with courts, government bodies, and other legal practitioners by fax will find the MA4000X's Super G3 fax with network fax support directly applicable to their workflows. PIN release printing and data encryption align with the document handling standards expected in legal environments, and the 100-sheet DSDP handles multi-page brief and contract scanning efficiently.
Real Estate
Real estate agencies managing contract exchanges, section 32 documents, and vendor correspondence — some of which still involves fax — benefit from having a single device handle all four functions. The 100-sheet DSDP makes batch scanning of signed agreements efficient, and the wired Ethernet connection delivers consistent network reliability in high-traffic branch environments.
Accounting & Financial Services
Accountants and financial advisers printing tax documents, statements, and client correspondence benefit from the MA4000X's 40 ppm mono throughput, fax, and security feature set. PIN release ensures sensitive financial documents are not left unattended at the device, and the TK-1274's page yield keeps cost per page low on document-heavy practices.
Small to Medium Business
SMEs that need a reliable all-in-one mono device with fax capability on a wired office network — without stepping up to an enterprise-class machine — will find the MA4000X's 40 ppm throughput and expandable 2,000-sheet paper capacity well-matched to daily workgroup demands. The Kyocera ECOSYS platform keeps total cost of ownership predictable across the device's working life.
Government & Public Sector
Government offices where fax remains part of official communication protocols will find the MA4000X's Super G3 fax with network fax support directly relevant. The security stack — Trusted Platform Module, Secure Boot, data encryption, TLS, IPsec, and SNMPv3 — suits environments with IT compliance requirements around document handling and network security.
Education
Schools and training providers that communicate with external authorities by fax while producing high volumes of mono course materials and administrative documents will find the MA4000X's 40 ppm speed and expandable paper capacity suited to administration and teaching staff use. The wired-first network connection suits campus IT environments where wireless device management is more tightly controlled.
Technology & IT Businesses
IT firms and technology businesses producing technical documentation, client proposals, and compliance reports benefit from the MA4000X's network security stack and Gigabit Ethernet connectivity. For businesses that still use fax as part of vendor or client communication, having fax integrated into the network device removes the need for a separate line or standalone machine.
Why Choose the Kyocera ECOSYS MA4000X?
The MA4000X prints at 40 pages per minute with a first-page-out time of 5.4 seconds — a speed profile that suits workgroups producing a consistent daily volume of mono documents, correspondence, and reports. The 100-sheet dual-scan document processor handles duplex batch scanning at 120 images per minute, making it practical for teams scanning multi-page contracts, intake forms, or inbound mail without manual page-flipping. The 7-inch colour touchscreen and scan-to-email, FTP, and SMB destinations simplify document routing for shared office environments, and Gigabit Ethernet delivers the stable, high-speed network connection that offices on fixed wired infrastructure depend on.
The TK-1274 mono toner cartridge is the only consumable required for the MA4000X, which simplifies stock management compared to colour MFP platforms. A single black toner suited to offices where mono output accounts for the entirety of daily print volume — invoices, contracts, reports, and correspondence — keeps running costs predictable month to month. The Kyocera ECOSYS drum-and-developer warranty of 3 years or 200,000 pages (whichever comes first) reduces unplanned maintenance costs over the device's service life.
The MA4000X's security feature set — Trusted Platform Module, Secure Boot, data encryption, TLS, IPsec, SNMPv3, PIN release, and Private Print — makes it a practical choice for environments handling sensitive documents, and these are standard inclusions rather than optional upgrades. The addition of Super G3 fax with network fax support makes it the relevant choice for offices in medical, legal, real estate, and government sectors where fax remains part of daily operations. For genuine Kyocera toner cartridges with fast delivery across Australia, order the TK-1274 at CartridgesDirect.
Product specifications subject to change without notice. Page yields are based on ISO/IEC 19752 at 5% coverage. Images are representative only. All prices and availability are subject to confirmation at time of order. Always verify toner model compatibility at time of purchase. Kyocera SKU: MA4000A.
Auto Doc Feeder Capacity: |
No |
Brand: |
Kyocera |
Duplex Scan: |
No |
Connectivity: |
Ethernet, USB Port, AirPrint |
Duplex Print: |
Yes |
WIFI: |
No |
Product Type: |
Laser MFC Printer |
Max Paper Size: |
A4 |
Output: |
Colour |
Functions: |
Print, Copy, Scan, Fax |
Technology: |
Laser |
Short Description: |
Kyocera MA4000X Laser MFP |
Pages per Minute: |
21-50ppm |
Warranty: |
24 Months Manufacturers |
Service Call
Managed Print

