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The Teltonika RUT956, ready to roll.
Get the industrial RUT956 with data plans, activation, staging, kitting, and award-winning support. All from OptConnect, all on one bill.
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4G LTE Cat 4
Dual SIM
RS232 + RS485
GNSS
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Hardware + Connectivity + Services + Support
The OptConnect difference
Same router. Very different outcome.
Plenty of resellers can ship you a RUT956. But too often, they can’t help you after you get the box. That’s where deployments succeed or stall.
| Compare | OptConnect | Typical online reseller |
|---|---|---|
| Inside the Package | ✓ The RUT956 plus the services to deploy it: data plans, activation, staging, kitting, and support. | ✕ A sealed box. |
| Data Plan & SIMs | ✓ AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and global carriers under one contract, with plans from pay-per-use to pooled. | ✕ Not included. You negotiate with carriers yourself. |
| Activation | ✓ We process SIM activations directly with the carrier. | ✕ Your job. |
| Rollouts | ✓ Sourcing, staging, and kitting support for multi-site rollouts. | ✕ Ships a box to one address. |
| Support | ✓ Award-winning support for activation, connectivity, hardware, and Teltonika RMS. | ✕ The OEM ticket queue. |
| Visibility | ✓ Real-time usage, alerts, billing, and tickets in OptConnect Lattigo and Teltonika RMS. | ✕ RMS only, if you set it up yourself. |
| Billing | ✓ One bill for hardware and connectivity, tax, and support. | ✕ Separate bills for hardware, data, and support from different vendors. |
| Security & Compliance | ✓ Private, static IP per device over IPsec, plus ISO certifications in security, privacy, and AI governance (ISO 27001, 27701, 42001). | ✕ Up to you. |
| Expertise | ✓ Solution architects who will tell you honestly if another Teltonika model fits your use case better. | ✕ A product listing. |
OptConnect keeps your devices connected at the lowest total cost of connectivity.
Want it pre-configured, monitored, and warrantied? Ask us about OptConnect fully managed options.
Also see: RUT956 product details · Teltonika RUT241 quote · Managed connectivity services
Why the RUT956
Industrial LTE with serial, I/O, and GNSS.
The RUT956 is Teltonika’s industrial cellular router. It combines 4G LTE with dual SIM failover, four Ethernet ports, RS232 and RS485 serial, digital I/O, and GNSS, and it’s certified for hazardous locations.
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Dual SIM Failover
4G LTE Cat 4 with two SIM slots and automatic failover keeps SCADA and utility sites reporting.
02
Serial and I/O
RS232 and RS485 ports plus inputs and outputs connect PLCs, meters, and sensors directly.
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GNSS and Hazloc
Built-in GNSS for location and time sync, plus UL 121201 certification for hazardous (classified) locations.
Tech specs
Inside the Teltonika RUT956
| Spec | Teltonika RUT956 |
|---|---|
| Available Versions | RUT956A00A00: North American version (FCC, ISED, PTCRB, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, FirstNet) · RUT956400200 and RUT956400500: global versions |
| Cellular | 4G LTE Cat 4 |
| SIM | 2 x SIM, automatic failover |
| Wi-Fi | 2.4 GHz |
| Ethernet | 4 x RJ45 |
| Serial | RS232 (DB9) + RS485 (6-pin) |
| Other I/O | Inputs and outputs · 1 x USB A |
| GNSS | Yes, GNSS antenna in the standard package |
| Hazardous Locations | UL 121201 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 213 (tested by SGS) |
| Power | 9–30 VDC via 4-pin socket · passive PoE on LAN1 (9–30 VDC) |
| Size / Weight | 109.5 x 50 x 100 mm · 292 g |
| Operating Temp | −40 °C to 75 °C |
| Management | Teltonika RMS (remote monitoring, configuration, firmware updates) · local WebUI · RutOS |
| Warranty | 24 months from Teltonika · RMS warranty extension packs extend coverage to up to 5 years in total |
Need advice on your setup?
North American or global version, one carrier or two, RMS credits or a management pack… Tell us about your deployment needs and we’ll spec everything for you.
FAQ
Teltonika RUT956 FAQs
Which RUT956 version do I need?
We supply three RUT956 order codes. RUT956A00A00 is the North American version, which Teltonika lists for FCC, ISED, PTCRB, AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile, and FirstNet. RUT956400200 and RUT956400500 are global versions. Tell us where the routers will run and on which carriers, and we’ll quote the right code.
Is the RUT956 certified for hazardous locations?
Yes. Teltonika certifies the RUT956 to UL 121201 and CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 213 for hazardous (classified) locations, with testing by SGS.
Is the RUT956 FirstNet approved?
Teltonika lists the North American RUT956 A***** order codes, which include RUT956A00A00, as approved by AT&T for FirstNet.
What comes in the RUT956 box?
Teltonika’s standard package includes a 9 W power supply, two mobile antennas, two Wi-Fi antennas, a GNSS antenna, RS485 and I/O connector blocks, and an Ethernet cable. Teltonika notes that contents can differ by order code, so we confirm the kit for your version.
Do I need a Teltonika RMS license for the RUT956?
No. You can manage the RUT956 locally in its WebUI. Teltonika RMS adds remote monitoring, configuration, and firmware updates across a fleet. New devices get a 30-day RMS trial, and we can match RMS credits or a management pack to your rollout.
What is the RUT956 operating temperature range?
Teltonika rates the RUT956 for operation from −40 to +75 °C.
What power input does the RUT956 use?
The RUT956 runs on 9 to 30 VDC, and Teltonika’s standard package includes a 9 W power supply.
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