Ericsson Cradlepoint R920

The Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 is the LTE member of Cradlepoint's ruggedized router family, built for fleets and IoT deployments that need dependable connectivity without paying for 5G. Its Cat 7 LTE modem delivers up to 300 Mbps down and 150 Mbps up, with dual SIM slots, Wi-Fi 6, two gigabit ports, Bluetooth LE, and GNSS in the same compact housing as the R980.

The R920 can grow with the fleet. The optional RX20-MC managed accessory adds a second LTE or 5G modem through an MC400 modular modem, so a vehicle can move to dual-modem or 5G service without replacing the router. It is rated IP64, -30 to 75 C, and Class I Div 2, and it carries FirstNet Trusted certification in North America.

What the SKU includes: every option on this page bundles the North American R920-C7A router with its Ericsson NetCloud Mobile plan for the term you choose (Essentials, or Essentials + Advanced, for 1, 3, or 5 years). NetCloud is required to configure and manage Cradlepoint hardware, and the hardware warranty runs for as long as the plan is active. Per Cradlepoint, these part numbers ship without an AC power supply or antennas.

Specifications

Ericsson Cradlepoint R920 series datasheet

Compatibility

• Works with: the Cradlepoint RX20-MC managed accessory with an MC400 5G modular modem (MB-MC400-5GB), the L950-C7A LTE and R2155-5GB 5G captive modem accessories, the 12 V vehicle charger (170635-000), and the DIN rail bracket (170904-000)
• Antennas: cabled external antennas with SMA cellular and GNSS connectors and RP-SMA Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectors; the R920 is not compatible with direct-attached antennas
• Region: the R920-C7A sold here is the North American model (FCC/IC); the R920-C7B is the model for other regions
• Limits: the RX20 accessory is not supported when the router operates above 70 C

Right for you if

• Your fleet runs on LTE and 5G coverage on your routes is not a requirement
• You want the lowest entry price of the three Cradlepoint vehicle routers on this store, in the same rugged form factor as the R980
• You need FirstNet Trusted LTE for public-safety vehicles
• You want the option to add a second modem or 5G later with the RX20-MC

R920 vs. R980 vs. R1900

Choose the R920 for dependable, lower-cost LTE fleet connectivity. Step up to the R980 for built-in 5G with eSIM and network slicing in the same housing size. Choose the R1900 for a command vehicle or apparatus that needs four gigabit ports, 100 typical clients, and 5G with dual-carrier expansion. For fixed IoT sites that never move, the S400 is a smaller LTE option.

Common deployments

Fleet and service vehicles, public-safety vehicles on LTE, rail rolling stock, kiosks, building automation, and utility and smart-city infrastructure.

What RCN adds

• Pre-provisioning: RCN can stage the unit in your NetCloud account so it ships ready to power on
• Vehicle installation nationwide through RCN's in-house install team (quoted separately)
• U.S.-based 24/7 NOC monitoring and support as a managed service (quoted separately)
• Purchase on GSA Schedule, NASPO ValuePoint, Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, or Equalis Group, or on a PO for approved accounts

FAQ

Does the R920 come with antennas and a power supply?
No. Cradlepoint ships the NetCloud Mobile part numbers on this page without an AC power supply or antennas. The box includes a 3-meter GPIO power cable for vehicle wiring and a mounting template. The R920 needs cabled external antennas for cellular, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and GNSS, and RCN can quote a matched antenna and power accessories with the router.

Is the R920 a 5G router?
No. The R920 has an embedded Cat 7 LTE modem rated to 300 Mbps down and 150 Mbps up. You can add 5G later with the optional RX20-MC accessory and an MC400 5G modular modem, which gives the vehicle a second modem. If you want 5G built in from the start, choose the R980 or the R1900.

Is the R920 FirstNet Trusted?
Yes. The North American R920-C7A model sold on this page is FirstNet Trusted and also carries T-Mobile Connecting Heroes and Verizon Frontline certifications. It is carrier-certified on AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, and it supports CBRS Band 48 for private LTE networks.

How many users can it support?
Cradlepoint rates the R920 for a typical client count of 30, with 940 Mbps of stateful firewall throughput and up to 130,000 concurrent sessions. That fits a service truck, a patrol car, or a small kiosk network. For larger vehicles or command units, the R1900 is rated for 100 typical clients and has four gigabit ports.

Is the NetCloud subscription included?
Yes. Each SKU pairs the R920 with the NetCloud Mobile plan and term shown in the option name. The plan covers cloud management, software updates, and Cradlepoint support for the full term, and the hardware warranty lasts as long as the plan is active. RCN quotes renewals before the term ends so the router stays under management.

Can we purchase on a purchase order or government contract?
Yes. RCN sells through GSA Schedule and cooperative contracts including NASPO ValuePoint, Sourcewell, OMNIA Partners, and Equalis Group, and can invoice approved accounts on a purchase order. Use the quote link below to request a formal quote you can route through procurement, or check out online with a card.