Teltonika ATRM50: More than a Router – The Essential Connectivity Backbone for Train and Tram
A train or streetcar is one of the most hostile environments for electronics. Constant vibrations, extreme temperature fluctuations, unstable power supply and the strict need for absolute passenger safety make the deployment of standard IT equipment unthinkable. The question, therefore, is not which router you choose, but whether you invest in a solution designed to survive this chaos. A cheaper, uncertified industrial router is not a savings, but a calculated risk that leads to downtime, security incidents and high maintenance costs.
The Teltonika ATRM50 is the definitive answer to this challenge. It is not a router that can “also” be used in vehicles; it is a tool designed and certified specifically for the railroad. Every component, from the housing to the software, has been developed with one goal: to deliver foolproof, secure and fast connectivity, regardless of the conditions on the railroad.
Track’s Hard Requirements: Why the ATRM50 is the Only Right Choice
Choosing the ATRM50 is a choice for risk management and operational continuity. This is underpinned by three irrefutable pillars:
Uncompromising Certification: The Guarantee of Safety and Compliance
The ATRM50 is not only “robust,” but meets the most stringent, non-negotiable standards for the rail industry.
- EN 50155: This is the European standard for all electronic equipment in “rolling stock. It guarantees that the ATRM50 has been tested and can withstand the shocks, vibrations, temperature extremes and electromagnetic disturbances inherent in a moving train. It is the formal guarantee that your hardware will not fail under the harshest conditions.
- EN 45545-2: This certification is a matter of life and death. It is the European fire safety standard that demands that materials have low flammability and develop minimal toxic smoke in the event of a fire. In an enclosed space like a streetcar or train compartment, this is an absolute requirement for passenger safety, and a hard requirement for any serious rail operator.
Physical Indestructibility: Built for the Railroad
Every physical aspect of the ATRM50 is designed to avoid interference.
- M12-Connectors: Standard RJ45 clips break and DC jacks vibrate loose. The ATRM50’s M12 screw connectors for both Ethernet and power provide a locked, hermetically sealed connection that is immune to vibration. This prevents data loss for critical systems such as digital travel information, ticket scanners and telemetry.
- Housing and Mounting: The anodized aluminum housing with IP30 rating acts as a shield against dust and the impact of daily use in technical areas. The integrated mounting design ensures a stable and flat installation.
Lower Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): A Strategic Investment
The higher purchase price of the ATRM50 is quickly recouped. By choosing a fully certified solution, you avoid the much higher cost of:
- Downtime: A stalled ticketing system or downed passenger information costs money and reputation immediately.
- Maintenance: No more costly and time-consuming call-outs to repair loose cables or replace faulty, non-compliant routers.
- Compliance fines: Use of non-certified equipment can result in significant fines and service shutdown.
Operational Excellence: Performance and Fleet Management.
The ATRM50 offers not only reliability, but also the performance and management tools a modern railroad operator needs.
- Unprecedented 5G Performance: With 5G speeds of up to 3.4 Gbps, the train or streetcar becomes a mobile data hub. This enables live monitoring of multiple 4K CCTV streams, offering stable and fast Wi-Fi to hundreds of passengers simultaneously (up to 150 connections), and offloading terabytes of data (such as diagnostics and camera images) in seconds as soon as the train enters the depot.
- Powerful Processing Engine: The Dual-Core 880 MHz CPU and 256 MB of DDR3 RAM are the brains of the operation. These components allow the router to effortlessly perform complex tasks simultaneously – such as managing VPN tunnels, prioritizing data traffic (QoS) and controlling local systems – without any hiccups.
- Centralized Fleet Management via RMS: The true power for an operator lies in the Teltonika Remote Management System (RMS). Imagine being able to see the connectivity status of your entire fleet of 200 trains from one central dashboard, roll out firmware updates with one click, or make a configuration change on all devices at once. This dramatically reduces operational complexity and costs.
- Intelligent “Always-On” Connectivity: The combination of dual SIM and eSIM is more than a simple backup. You can set advanced rules to automatically switch based on signal strength, data limit, roaming, or even network failure, ensuring guaranteed and cost-effective connectivity throughout Europe.
Technical Specifications in Detail
- Railroad certifications: EN 50155, EN 45545-2, E-mark.
- Mobile Module: 5G Sub-6 GHz SA/NSA (up to 3.4 Gbps DL, 900 Mbps UL); 4G (LTE-FDD/TDD) Cat 19 (up to 1.6 Gbps DL).
- CPU & Memory: MediaTek Dual-Core 880 MHz, MIPS1004Kc; 256 MB DDR3 RAM.
- Connectors: 4 x M12 X-code Gigabit Ethernet (10/100/1000 Mbps); 1 x M12 A-code 4-pin (Power Supply); 4 x SMA (Mobile), 2 x RP-SMA (Wi-Fi), 1 x SMA (GNSS).
- SIM & Storage: 2 x SIM slots (Mini SIM – 2FF), 1 x eSIM; 1 x Micro SD card slot (internal).
- Power Supply: Input voltage 9-50 VDC with reverse and overvoltage protection (>69 VDC).
- WiFi: Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac Wave 2), Dual-Band, MU-MIMO, up to 150 simultaneous users.
- GNSS: Supports GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo and QZSS.
- Housing: anodized aluminum, IP30, dimensions 167 x 46.2 x 112.4 mm.
- Operating temperature: -40 °C to 75 °C.
What is included?
- ATRM50 Router
- Allen wrench
- QSG (Quick Start Guide)
- Packaging box
Please note that complete installation in a train or streetcar requires specific M12 cables, railroad-certified antennas and possibly a custom power supply. These are sold separately. Please contact our experts for full customized advice.
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