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# Ericsson Cradlepoint R920

*Data sheet · 2026-07-23*

![Ericsson Cradlepoint R920](https://images.contentstack.io/v3/assets/blt2588e757607604a2/blt76710a13389bdaf5/69e590677162652d95cefe7d/36730_R920-hero-updated-1000px.png)

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 ruggedized router is a uniquely agile cellular networking solution that meets organizations' needs for flexible connectivity and product standardization for vehicles and IoT. The R920 is a ruggedized LTE networking platform available with either Mobile or Ruggedized IoT Ericsson NetCloud Service plans, providing features optimized for the needs of the differing deployments.

## High-Performance Vehicle Connectivity

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 router with the Ericsson NetCloud Mobile Service plan provides a ruggedized GNSS/GPS-enabled in-vehicle network solution. Combined with the Ericsson Cradlepoint RX20 managed accessory, the R920 can be field upgraded to include a second LTE or 5G modem. When coupled with the Advanced Mobile Service plan, it provides threat management, web filtering, application visibility, analytics, and advanced GNSS/GPS functionality such as location tracking and cellular coverage maps. The R920 also supports NetCloud Exchange services, which provide Zero Trust Network Access and cellular-optimized SD-WAN.

## Ruggedized IoT Solution

When combined with the Ericsson NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Service plan, the R920 provides a versatile, ruggedized 4G LTE router solution for connecting and protecting IoT devices at scale. It can be deployed in a wide range of environmentally harsh IoT use cases such as kiosks, building automation, oil and gas, utility, and smart city infrastructure deployments. The ruggedized design and the CBRS band support make it ideal for private networks. In addition, the solution is highly extensible with APIs, SDKs, and integrations into IoT platforms, and the generous memory supports onboard edge containers. The R920 also supports NetCloud Exchange services, which provide Zero Trust Network Access and cellular-optimized SD-WAN.

## Notable Features

- Gain fast, reliable connectivity with Cat 7 LTE providing fast upload for video and data
- Add a second LTE or 5G cellular modem for multi-link dependability
- Deploy Wi-Fi 6 for the best possible connections
- Prioritize access to public safety networks for reliable, secure connectivity
- Enable unified edge security with application-aware multizone firewalls, IDS/IPS, and available FIPS 140-3 Level 1 Implementation Under Test
- Extend your deployment and enable customized solutions with powerful edge compute capabilities, including containers, connectors, SDKs, and API support
- Utilize the R920-C7A on private cellular networks with Band 48 CBRS

- [Product Page](https://cradlepoint.ericsson.com/products/endpoints/r920-series/)
- [Ericsson NetCloud Service](https://cradlepoint.ericsson.com/products/netcloud/netcloud-service/)
- [Quick Start Guide](https://docs.cradlepoint.com/r/R920-Series-Router-Quick-Start-Guide)

## Key Software Capabilities

Ericsson NetCloud Service for the R920 provides everything needed to unlock the power of LTE and connect vehicles, users, and IoT to critical applications and services. The available Ericsson NetCloud IoT or Mobile service plans include the appropriate router software with powerful cloud management features for managing IoT at scale, or specific mobile features like coverage maps, integrated content filtering, intrusion detection and protection, and application-aware analytics and networking. Everything within Ericsson NetCloud works together, making it easy to deploy, connect, and secure edge applications at scale across the organization.

### Coverage Map
Ericsson NetCloud uses GNSS/GPS and cellular health to provide precise location and signal strength analytics. Data can be mapped to display both a vehicle's current and historical locations, as well as generate detailed coverage maps that display cellular health, allowing users to gain operational insights and solve problems.

### Security Services
Ericsson NetCloud Service includes security features and options to optimize the R920 router to meet the evolving security needs of mobile and IoT environments. The service includes a stateful zone-based firewall with the ability to add application-aware zone-based firewall, CP Secure Threat Management (IPS/IDS), and CP Secure Web Filter with the Advanced Mobile Service plan.

The R920 also supports NetCloud Exchange, a unified network and security WAN architecture built upon zero-trust principles and optimized for cellular. With Secure Connect organizations have the ability to replace complex VPN and Private APN networks with a simpler zero-trust approach. Application-based traffic steering with fast failover between WAN can be applied to a multi-WAN R920 deployment through SD-WAN. Finally, Zero-Trust Network Access provides secure application access for internal users and third parties, with support for client and clientless access. Note that other SD-WAN features such as Intelligent bonding, require the deployment of an R1900 or R2400 mobile device.

### Extensibility and Integrations
Ericsson NetCloud Service and the R920 router can provide higher levels of insights and control by exchanging network data with third-party applications. Leverage pre-built connections to partner applications or create custom connections across a variety of use cases using the NetCloud Container Orchestrator, NetCloud SDK, or NetCloud API.

### Cloud Services
NetCloud Manager delivers true zero-touch deployment with the ability to define and deliver policy across entire groups of endpoints. Users can create a cloud-orchestrated hub and spoke VPN network, and gain insights and analytics required for rapid troubleshooting and diagnostic workflows.

## Hardware Specifications

The following features are delivered through the hardware.

| INTERFACES |  |
| --- | --- |
| Modem: | Embedded Cat 7 LTE modem 2 x SMA cellular antenna connectors |
| Ethernet: | 2 x GbE (LAN/WAN switchable) |
| Wi-Fi: | Dual-radio, dual-band, concurrent operation (2.4 GHz and 5 GHz) 2x2 MU-MIMO 802.11ax Wi-Fi 6 with DFS Modes: AP, Wireless Client, and Wi-Fi as WAN 574 Mbps (2.4 GHz) and 1.2 Gbps (5 GHz) 2 x RP-SMA Wi-Fi antenna connectors WPA/WPA2/WPA3 Personal, WPA2/WPA3 Enterprise, Open 802.11k (AP mode only), 802.11v Wi-Fi Alliance Certified |
| Bluetooth: | Embedded Bluetooth Low Energy 5.1 Max TX Power: 10 dBM 1 x RP-SMA Bluetooth antenna connector † |
| Expansion: | 1 x USB 2.0 Type A (Output: 5 V, 500 mA, 2.5 W) with screw lock feature for mechanically secure connections 1 x 2-pin GPIO connector (shared with the DC power connector) 2x2 Molex micro-fit (3 mm locking type) |
| GNSS / GPS: | 1 x SMA GNSS antenna connector |
| GNSS / GPS |  |
| Acquisition: (Time to First Fix) | 32 seconds (cold start) |
| Protocols: | NMEA 0183 |
| Constellations: | GPS Galileo GLONASS BeiDou QZSS (simultaneous tracking) |
| Accuracy: | Horizontal:  24 VDC installations, use a 2 A fuse |
| Features: | Ignition sensing (automatic ON and time-delay OFF) |
| Consumption: | Sleep: 15 mW Idle: 9 W Typical: 14.5 W Heavy: 15.2 W |
| PHYSICAL |  |
| Size: | 133.6 x 121.5 x 41 mm (5.26 x 4.78 x 1.61 in) |
| Weight: | 595 g (1 lb 5 oz) |
| RELIABILITY |  |
| Calculated MTBF: | 637,911 hours (Telcordia SR332 at 25 °C) |
| CERTIFICATIONS |  |
| Safety: | UL/cUL CB Scheme EN 62368-1 |
| Vehicle: | E-Mark SAE J1455 Operating Sinusoidal Vibe, Category 2 |
| Rail: | EN 61373 Category 1, Class B (Railway rolling stock) |
| Substance Compliance: | WEEE RoHS RoHS-2 California Prop 65 |
| Security: | FIPS 140-3 Level 1 Module in Process (R920 FIPS models only) |
| Shock/Vibration/Humidity: | MIL-STD-810G Method 514.6, Annex C-2.1, Category 4 (Vibration) MIL-STD-810G Section 2.2.2 Procedure 1 (Shock, Vibration) |
| Hazardous Locations: | Class I Div 2 |
| EDGE COMPUTING |  |
| CPU: | Dual-core ARMv8 64-bit |
| Memory: | Up to 921 MB See Adjusting Memory Resources for NetCloud Container Orchestrator for more information. |
| Flash Storage: | Up to 8 GB See Adjusting Memory Resources for NetCloud Container Orchestrator for more information. |
| Applications: | Docker containerized applications |
| CLOUD SERVICES |  |
| Service Plans: | Ericsson NetCloud Service for Mobile, NetCloud Service for Ruggedized IoT |
| Service Add-Ons: | NetCloud Exchange, Ericsson NetCloud Advanced |
| Support: | Ericsson NetCloud packages include support for the full subscription term. |
| Warranty: | All Ericsson Cradlepoint hardware products are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as they have a subscription license to an active Ericsson NetCloud Service plan. |
| Device Management: | NetCloud Manager for the full subscription term. |
| Software Updates: | NetCloud Manager for the full subscription term. |
| WI-FI POWER |  |
| FCC: | 2.4 GHz: 23.18 dBm conducted 5150–5250 MHz: 21.73 dBm conducted 5250–5350 MHz: 22.17 dBm conducted 5470–5725 MHz: 20.79 dBm conducted 5725–5850 MHz: 20.97 dBm conducted |
| IC: | 2.4 GHz: 23.18 dBm conducted 5150–5250 MHz: 22.7 dBm conducted 5250–5350 MHz: 17.16 dBm conducted 5470–5725 MHz: 20.9 dBm conducted 5725–5850 MHz: 22.17 dBm conducted |
| Europe: | 2.4 GHz: 14.23 dBm conducted 5150-5250 MHz: 17.03 dBm conducted 5250-5350 MHz: 17.12 dBm conducted 5500-5700 MHz: 22.05 dBm conducted |
| Australia/ New Zealand: | 2.4 GHz: 14.23 dBm conducted 5150-5250 MHz: 17.03 dBm conducted 5250-5350 MHz: 17.12 dBm conducted 5500-5700 MHz: 22.05 dBm conducted 5475-5825 MHz: 22.18 dBm conducted |
| PERFORMANCE ††† |  |
| Stateful Firewall: | 940 Mbps |
| IPS/Application Aware Services/Client Analytics: | 940 Mbps |
| Point-to-Point IPsec VPN: | 200 Mbps |
| Concurrent VPN Tunnels: | 20 |
| Concurrent Sessions (TCP): | 130,000 |
| Typical Client Count: | 30 |
| Layer 2 / Layer 3 VLANs: | Up to 64 |
| LEDs |  |
|  | See the R920 Series Ruggedized Router Quick Start Guide . |

†**NOTE**: All antenna interfaces require cabled out external antennas and are not compatible with direct-attached antennas.
††Wi-Fi and cellular performance may degrade and the RX20 managed accessory is not supported when operating above 70 °C.
†††Performance testing conducted based on requirements as defined in RFC2544 using fixed-frame 1518-byte packets. Throughput results reflect uni-directional UDP traffic with less than 1% packet loss as tested with wired connections. Results do not reflect performance of the cellular wireless operator networks.

## Enterprise-Class Modem Specifications

| SPECIFICATION | R920-C7A | R920-C7B |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Technology: | Cat 7 LTE Dual SIM slots, 4FF form factor SIM-based auto-carrier selection 3GPP Release 11 | Cat 7 LTE Dual SIM slots, 4FF form factor SIM-based auto-carrier selection 3GPP Release 11 |
| 3G: | WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+ | WCDMA/UMTS/HSPA+ |
| Carrier Aggregation: | Downlink Cat 7 with 2 CA with 64 QAM = 300 Mbps Uplink Cat 13 with 2 CA 64 QAM = 150 Mbps See Understanding Carrier Aggregation . | Downlink Cat 7 with 2 CA with 64 QAM = 300 Mbps Uplink Cat 13 with 2 CA 64 QAM = 150 Mbps See Understanding Carrier Aggregation . |
| Peak Downlink Rates: | LTE: 300 Mbps WCDMA: 42.2 Mbps | LTE: 300 Mbps WCDMA: 42.2 Mbps |
| Peak Uplink Rates: | LTE: 150 Mbps WCDMA: 5.76 Mbps | LTE: 150 Mbps WCDMA: 5.76 Mbps |
| MIMO: | 2x2 MIMO | 2x2 MIMO |
| Modulation: | Up to 64 QAM DL Up to 64 QAM UL | Up to 64 QAM DL Up to 64 QAM UL |
| 4G/LTE Bands: | LTE FDD B2 (1900), B4 (1700), B5 (850), B7 (2600), B12 (700), B13 (700), B14 (700), B25 (1900), B26 (850), B66 (1700), B71 (600) LTE TDD B41 (2500), B42 (3500), B43 (3700), B48 (3500) | LTE FDD B1 (2100), B3 (1800), B7 (2600), B8 (900), B20 (800), B28 (700), B32 (1500) LTE TDD B38 (2600), B40 (2300), B41 (2500), B42 (3500), B43 (3700) |
| 3G Bands: | 2, 4, 5 | 1, 5, 8 |
| Power: | LTE 22.5 dBm ± 1, DC-HSPA+ 23 dBm ± 1 | LTE 22.5 dBm ± 1, DC-HSPA+ 23 dBm ± 1 |
| Antennas: | SMA female connectors, external 600 MHz - 6 GHz cellular paddle antennas (Qty 2, included only with IoT packages) (LTE) External Multi-Band 2 x 2 MIMO Antenna System | SMA female connectors, external 600 MHz - 6 GHz cellular paddle antennas (Qty 2, included only with IoT packages) (LTE) External Multi-Band 2 x 2 MIMO Antenna System |
| GNSS/GPS: | Active GNSS | Active GNSS |
| SMS: | Yes | Yes |
| Regulatory: | FCC (U.S.) IC (Canada) | CE (EU) |
| Network Operator Standards: | PTCRB (U.S., Canada) | GCF (Worldwide) |
| GCF Global Operators: | https://www.globalcertificationforum.org/membership/gcf-members-directory.html † | https://www.globalcertificationforum.org/membership/gcf-members-directory.html † |
| PTCRB North America Operators: | https://www.ptcrb.com/about/ | https://www.ptcrb.com/about/ |
| Network Operator Certifications † : | AT&T T-Mobile Verizon | See note † |
| Public Safety Network Certifications: | FirstNet Trusted™ T-Mobile Connecting Heroes Verizon Frontline | N/A |
| Private Cellular Network: | Yes, includes FCC Part 96 (CBRS Band 48) | N/A |

†Cellular carriers and operators throughout the world may only require telecom industry certifications, like PTCRB or GCF, to operate on their network. Some carriers require additional testing and approval, beyond telecom certifications. A carrier listed in the approvals section means Cradlepoint completed additional testing and acquired technical approval for that given carrier. Any carrier not listed may not require additional testing or approval beyond telecom industry certifications to operate on their network.

## Physical Measurements & Features

#### SIM Card Info

## Ordering Guide

**Ericsson NetCloud Mobile and Ericsson NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials packages** and plans contain all the features and capabilities required for a broad range of mobile, in-vehicle, and IoT applications. Essentials packages include 24x7 support (phone support: 24-hour weekdays with emergency response on weekends, web: 24x7, chat: 24x5) and a limited lifetime warranty.

For additional capabilities, an **Ericsson NetCloud Mobile Advanced Plan** or **Ericsson NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Advanced Plan** can be added to the Ericsson NetCloud Mobile or Ruggedized IoT Essentials package at any time.

See additional details of what is included in the Essential and Advanced Ericsson NetCloud software: [cradlepoint.com/netcloud-service](/products/netcloud-service/)

#### Ericsson NetCloud Packages for the R920

| REGION | MODEM | PACKAGE PLAN | PART NUMBER |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| North America: U.S. & Canada | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), no AC power supply or antennas | Mobile — Essentials Mobile — Essentials + Advanced | MA0x-0920-C7A-NA MAAx-0920-C7A-NA |
|  | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), with AC power supply and antennas | Ruggedized IoT — Essentials Ruggedized IoT — Essentials + Advanced | TC0y-0920-C7A-NN TCAy-0920-C7A-NN |
| United States: Federal Government | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), no AC power supply or antennas | Mobile TAA Compliant NC — Essentials Mobile TAA Compliant NC — Essentials + Advanced | TAA-MA0x-0920-C7A-NA TAA-MAAx-0920-C7A-NA |
|  | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), no AC power supply or antennas | FIPS TAA Compliant NC Mobile — Essentials + Advanced | TAA-MAAx-0920-C7A-FA |
|  |  | Mobile FIPS only — Essentials + Advanced | MAAx-NCESSF |
|  |  | Renewal — Mobile FIPS only Essentials + Advanced | MAAx-NCESSF-R |
|  | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), with AC power supply and antennas | Ruggedized IoT TAA Compliant NC — Essentials Ruggedized IoT TAA Compliant NC — Essentials + Advanced | TAA-TC0y-0920-C7A-NN TAA-TCAy-0920-C7A-NN |
|  | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), with AC power supply and antennas | FIPS TAA Compliant NC Ruggedized IoT — Essentials + Advanced | TAA-TCAy-0920-C7A-FN |
| Rest of World: Australia, European Union, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, South Africa, and United Kingdom | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), no AC power supply or antennas | Mobile — Essentials Mobile — Essentials + Advanced | MA0x-0920-C7B-GA MAAx-0920-C7B-GA |
|  | Cat 7 with Wi-Fi (300 Mbps), with AC power supply and antennas | Ruggedized IoT — Essentials Ruggedized IoT — Essentials + Advanced | TC0y-0920-C7B-GM TCAy-0920-C7B-GM |
| All Regions: |  | Mobile — Renewal Essentials Advanced Upgrade (requires Essentials) Advanced Renewal (requires Essentials) | MA0x-NCESS-R MA0x-NCADV MA0x-NCADV-R |
|  |  | Ruggedized IoT — Renewal Essentials Advanced Upgrade (requires Essentials) Advanced Renewal (requires Essentials) | TC0x-NCESS-R TC0x-NCADV TC0x-NCADV-R |

x = 1, 3, or 5 years
y = 3 or 5 years

## Accessories

| INCLUDED | PART NUMBER |
| --- | --- |
| NetCloud Mobile Packages only: GPIO Cable, small 2x2, black, 3 meters, 20 AWG Mounting Template | 170864-000 |
| NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Packages only: Cellular Antennas, charcoal, 600 MHz - 6 GHz, SMA, 180 mm (Qty 2) Wi-Fi Antennas, charcoal, dual-band 2.4/5 GHz, RP-SMA, 194 mm (Qty 2) AC power adapter NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Packages only, one of the following: Power Supply, 12 V Small 2x2 1.5 meters (North America Type A) Power Supply, 12 V Small 2x2 1.5 meter (North America-United Kingdom-Europe-Australia Types A-G-C-I) | 170801-000 170836-000 170716-001 170717-000 |
| OPTIONAL | PART NUMBER |
| Vehicle Charger, 12 V, 2x2, 2 meters | 170635-000 |
| Small 2x2 Power to Barrel Adapter, 152 mm | 170665-000 |
| Mag Mount Kit | 170718-000 |
| Power Supply, 12 V Out, small 2x2 (C7 line cord not include), -30 °C to 70 °C (-22 °F to 158 °F) | 170869-000 |
| USB to RS232 Extensibility Cable | 170873-000 |
| LTE Captive Modem Accessory, Indoor L950-C7A (300 Mbps modem), Americas L950-C7A (300 Mbps modem), Global | 170900-005 170900-006 |
| 5G Captive Modem Accessory, Outdoor R2155-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global | 170900-015 |
| DIN Rail Mounting Bracket | 170904-000 |
| RX20-MC Managed Accessory — Modular Modem, GPIO and serial (modem sold separately) MC400 5G Modem (requires 4FF SIM) | MA-RX20-MC MB-MC400-5GB |
| UNITED STATES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT INCLUDED | PART NUMBER |
| NetCloud Mobile Packages only: GPIO Cable, small 2x2 black, 3 meters, 20 AWG Mounting template | TAA-170864-000 |
| NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Packages only: Cellular Antennas, charcoal, 600 MHz - 6 GHz, SMA, 180 mm (Qty 2) Wi-Fi Antennas, charcoal, dual-band 2.4/5 GHz, RP-SMA, 194 mm (Qty 2) AC power adapter NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Packages only, one of the following: Power Supply, 12 V Small 2x2 1.5 meters (North America Type A) Power Supply, 12 V Small 2x2 1.5 meter (North America-United Kingdom-Europe-Australia Types A-G-C-I) | TAA-170801-000 170836-000 TAA-170716-001 170717-000 |
| UNITED STATES FEDERAL GOVERNMENT OPTIONAL | PART NUMBER |
| RX20-MC Managed Accessory — Modular Modem, GPIO and serial (modem sold separately) MC400 5G Modem (requires 4FF SIM) | TAA-MA-RX20-MC TAA-MB-MC400-5GB |
| Mag Mount Kit | TAA-170718-000 |
| 5G Captive Modem and Wi-Fi Accessory, outdoor, R2105-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global | TAA-170900-014 |
| 5G Captive Modem Accessory, outdoor, R2155-5GB (4.1 Gbps modem), Global | TAA-170900-015 |

## Support & Warranty

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 mobile router is only sold as a component of Ericsson NetCloud Mobile / Ericsson NetCloud Ruggedized IoT Essentials or Essentials and Advanced packages.

- Ericsson NetCloud Packages include support for the full subscription term.
- All Ericsson Cradlepoint hardware products are covered by a limited lifetime warranty for as long as they have a subscription license to an active Ericsson NetCloud Service plan.

#### **Find the most up-to-date information at [cradlepoint.com/r920-series](/products/endpoints/r920-series/)**