Cradlepoint TAA-MBA3-R980-5GD-A 5G Mobile Router
Overview
The Cradlepoint TAA-MBA3-R980-5GD-A is a ruggedized mobile 5G router engineered for government and enterprise deployments where cellular failover and TAA compliance are non-negotiable. It delivers 940 Mbps firewall throughput across dual 5G and Cat-19 LTE connectivity with embedded eSIM support, meaning you can lock in multi-carrier coverage without field SIM swaps. The metal form factor and -30°C to +70°C operating range handle harsh field conditions—mobile command centers, emergency response, remote surveillance backhaul, and branch office WAN redundancy all fit the use case.
Connectivity and Performance
5G and LTE dual-modem architecture: Two independent cellular modems allow simultaneous 5G and 4G connections or automatic failover if primary carrier drops. Certified across AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon, plus regional operators in Latin America, Europe, Africa, and Asia-Pacific—real insurance for multi-region deployments. Embedded eSIM eliminates physical SIM changes in field installations.
Wired backhaul: Two Gigabit Ethernet ports (LAN/WAN switchable) provide hardwired uplinks to core infrastructure. 940 Mbps firewall throughput means traffic encryption and policy enforcement don't bottleneck your cellular link—critical if you're pushing encrypted video or mission-critical data.
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) dual-band, dual-concurrent: Offloads non-critical traffic to local devices; supports simultaneous band operation for seamless roaming. No Wi-Fi, no Bluetooth—cellular and Ethernet are the only wireless options, which simplifies hardened deployments.
VPN and Security
20 concurrent VPN tunnels handle multi-site mesh architectures and encrypted video backhaul without degradation. FirstNet Trusted, T-Mobile Connecting Heroes, and Verizon Frontline certifications confirm public-safety readiness if your deployment touches emergency operations.
TAA Compliance and Installation
TAA-compliant design meets federal acquisition requirements for government and municipal contracts. PTCRB (U.S.) and GCF (global) network operator certifications confirm carrier approval. Serial port with adapter enables out-of-band management if primary links fail. Cloud management available for centralized fleet oversight. No PoE; power requirements not specified in available evidence—verify with carrier or integrator before final site design.
