Ericsson Cradlepoint R980 Ruggedised 5G Router

Ericsson Cradlepoint R980: The Ultimate 5G Ruggedised Router

Introducing the Ericsson Cradlepoint R980, a compact, versatile, and ruggedised 5G router designed for advanced mobile fleet and industrial IoT connectivity. Experience unparalleled performance in harsh environments with this cutting-edge solution.

Key Features

• 5G NR and Cat 19 LTE support for lightning-fast connectivity
• Built-in eSIM capability for easy carrier switching
• Advanced GNSS/GPS functionality for precise location tracking
• Edge computing capabilities with container support
• Ruggedised design for extreme temperatures and harsh conditions
• NetCloud Exchange and SASE services integration
• Zero Trust Network Access and cellular-optimised SD-WAN
• CBRS band support for private network deployments

Perfect for:

• Emergency services and first responder vehicles
• Transport and logistics fleets
• Industrial IoT applications
• Smart city infrastructure
• Oil and gas industry deployments
• Utility monitoring and control systems

Specifications

Feature Specification

• Form Factor Ruggedised Metal
• Dimensions 133.6 x 121.5 x 41 mm
• Weight 601 g
• Wireless Connectivity Supports 5G & Cat 19 LTE fast connectivity
• Ethernet Ports 2 GbE (LAN/WAN switchable)
• USB Ports 1
• Serial Ports Yes (with adapter)
• Wi-Fi Dual-band, dual-concurrent; 802.11ax (Wi-Fi 6)
• GNSS Active
• Operating Temperature -30 °C to 75 °C
• Power Input 9–36 VDC
• Throughput 940 Mbps (Firewall)
• VPN Tunnel Count 20
• Cloud Management Yes, via NetCloud Manager
• Certifications PTCRB (U.S.), GCF (global), AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon
• Public Safety Networks FirstNet Trusted, T-Mobile Connecting Heroes, Verizon Frontline
• Private Cellular Network Yes – CBRS, 4G LTE, 5G
• 5G Status 5G embedded
• Dual-Modem Support Yes — with adapter
• Regions North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa & Middle East, Asia-Pacific
• #etCloud Integration: Unlocking the Full Potential of the R980

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R980 truly shines when paired with NetCloud, a powerful cloud-based management platform designed to simplify deployment, operation, and troubleshooting of your wireless network infrastructure.

Key Benefits of NetCloud with R980:

• Centralised Management: Easily configure, monitor, and update your entire fleet of R980 routers from a single, intuitive interface.
• Advanced Security: Implement Zero Trust Network Access and benefit from built-in threat management, intrusion detection, and web filtering capabilities.
• Cellular Intelligence: Automate carrier selection and enhance troubleshooting with real-time insights into network performance.
• Location Services: Leverage precise GNSS/GPS data for vehicle tracking and cellular coverage mapping.
• Edge Computing: Utilise container support for running applications at the network edge, reducing latency and enhancing performance.
• Scalability: Effortlessly manage large-scale deployments with automated processes and shared policies.