RUTX50
Teltonika RUTX50 5G Industrial Router – Ultimate Buyer’s Guide
Unlock Ultra-Fast 5G with Industrial Reliability
The Teltonika RUTX50 is more than a router — it’s a high-performance industrial connectivity platform engineered to harness the power of 5G mobile networks, with full backward compatibility across 4G (LTE-A Pro) and 3G. Whether you’re connecting a remote surveillance system, powering a mobile office, or deploying large-scale M2M infrastructure, the RUTX50 delivers the bandwidth, flexibility, and durability to get the job done.
5G Cellular Connectivity: Speed and Resilience
5G NR Performance
- Sub-6 GHz 5G NR (NSA & SA)
- Up to 3.3 Gbps Download / 600 Mbps Upload
- Fully supports 4×4 MIMO for better throughput and signal quality
- Network auto-switching, band locking, and manual band selection via GUI
LTE-Advanced Pro (Cat 20)
- Fallback to 4G LTE-A Pro up to 2.0 Gbps DL / 200 Mbps UL
- Aggregation across up to 7 LTE bands
- 4×4 MIMO on LTE where supported for maximum coverage
Intelligent SIM Management
- Dual SIM slots with failover, backup, and roaming control
- SIM idle protection prevents roaming data spikes
- SIM switching based on signal strength, data limit, cost profile, or manual input
Hardware Specifications & Interfaces
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| CPU | Quad-core ARM Cortex-A7 @ 717 MHz |
| RAM / Flash | 256 MB DDR3 / 256 MB NAND |
| Ethernet Ports | 5× Gigabit (1× WAN / 4× LAN, configurable) |
| Wi-Fi | Dual-Band 802.11ac Wave 2, MU-MIMO |
| GNSS | GPS / GLONASS / Galileo / BeiDou support |
| USB | 1× USB-A 2.0 (modem, storage, debug) |
| I/O | 1× Digital Input / 1× Digital Output |
| SIM Slots | 2× Mini SIM (2FF) |
| Cellular Antennas | 4× SMA (4G/5G) |
| Wi-Fi Antennas | 2× RP-SMA |
| GNSS Antenna | 1× SMA |
| Power Input | 9–50V DC (reverse polarity & surge protected) |
| Housing | Aluminum, DIN or wall-mountable |
| Dimensions | 132 × 95 × 44 mm |
| Operating Temp | -40°C to +75°C |
Software Features – Powered by RutOS
RutOS, based on OpenWRT, offers enterprise-grade flexibility and control:
VPN & Remote Access
- Supports OpenVPN, WireGuard, IPsec, GRE, L2TP, PPTP
- Remote router access via Teltonika RMS, public IP, or Fixed IP SIM
- Dynamic DNS, port forwarding, UPnP, SNMP
Advanced Networking
- VLAN tagging, Load Balancing, Failover, Link Aggregation
- Firewall with custom rules, Zone isolation, NAT customization
- BGP, RIP, OSPF, and static routing support
IoT & Automation
- MQTT broker/client, Modbus TCP/RTU, BACnet, SNMP traps
- I/O control, remote script execution, scheduler
- SMS control commands, alerts, data usage monitoring
Use Cases
🔧 Industrial Remote Access
- Connect PLCs, HMIs, sensors, and control systems remotely
- Works with SCADA and automation platforms
- Combine with Fixed IP SIM and secure VPN for low-latency access
🚨 CCTV and Surveillance
- Stream HD video from IP cameras via 5G backhaul
- Use DDNS or Fixed IP for NVR/DVR integration
- PoE switches can be attached via Gigabit LAN
🚐 Mobile Applications (Vehicle, Marine, Rail)
- Live fleet tracking with GPS/GNSS
- Real-time telemetry from onboard diagnostics
- Captive portal Wi-Fi for passengers or field workers
🛰️ IoT & M2M Gateways
- Bridge NB-IoT or serial devices over cellular
- Edge computing capability via Docker container support
- Supports thousands of MQTT or Modbus sensors
🏢 Business Continuity
- Automatic failover from wired WAN to 5G
- Ideal for backup broadband or rural broadband deployments
- Secure connection to HQ via VPN, even behind CGNAT with RMS
🎤 Events & Temporary Sites
- High-speed pop-up Wi-Fi networks
- Secure team connectivity for media, festivals, outdoor broadcast
- Battery + solar powered remote locations supported
External Antenna Options & Best Practices
Included: 4x 5G/LTE paddle antennas, 2x Wi-Fi paddle, 1x GNSS puck
Upgrades:
| Application | Recommended Antenna |
|---|---|
| Fixed indoor | High-gain omni directional 4×4 MIMO SMA |
| Fixed outdoor | Panel antenna (617–4200 MHz) with 10–15 dBi gain |
| Mobile vehicle | Low-profile roof mount or 4-in-1 puck |
| Directional | Yagi or Log-periodic 5G antenna arrays |
| Wi-Fi expansion | Ceiling or external RP-SMA 2.4/5GHz gain antenna |
MIMO Tip: Keep antenna cables equal length and antennas spaced ~30–50cm apart for optimal 4×4 performance.
Network Compatibility
| Region | Supported Bands |
|---|---|
| UK & EU | n1, n3, n7, n20, n28, n38, n78 |
| Global | Full LTE-A Cat20 fallback (B1, B3, B7, B20, B28 etc.) |
Compatible with all major networks including EE, Vodafone, O2, Three, and most global carriers with Sub-6 5G.
Power Options & Installation
- DIN-rail or wall mountable
- Power via 4-pin terminal block or included PSU
- Surge protection and reverse polarity built-in
- Power draw typically 9–11W, spikes to 18W under load
Optional: Industrial UPS or 12/24V vehicle battery integration using inline fuse.
Summary – Is the RUTX50 Right for You?
✅ You need enterprise-grade 5G connectivity
✅ You want rugged, remote-ready hardware
✅ You deploy in vehicles, containers, or extreme conditions
✅ You need full network control with failover, VPN, and remote access
✅ You use or plan to use Fixed IP, eUICC or roaming IoT SIM cards
✅ You rely on remote diagnostics, RMS, or cloud-based configuration tools
Order Checklist
✔ Teltonika RUTX50 Router
✔ Compatible IoT/5G SIM (Roaming or Fixed IP recommended)
✔ External 4×4 MIMO Antenna (if not using default)
✔ Mounting brackets (DIN/wall)
✔ RMS credits for remote management
✔ Fixed IP or eUICC SIM platform (optional)