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RoadTrack Wired

Hardwired GPS Tracker for Real-Time Vehicle & Equipment Monitoring

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Written by Mike Cadavida
Updated over a month ago

The RoadTrack Wired is a durable, hardwired GPS tracker built for real-time monitoring of vehicles and powered assets. By connecting directly to an asset’s power source—whether battery, ignition, or alternate—it ensures continuous tracking without the need for recharging. With location updates as frequently as every 30 seconds while in motion, and up to 24 hours of backup battery support, it delivers powerful visibility and peace of mind. Hardwired trackers, like the RoadTrack Wired, also eliminate concerns about battery degradation and the hassle of frequent recharging, offering consistent performance for users who need uninterrupted operation.


🔋 Key Features

  • Hardwired Power Source

    • Connects to your vehicle or equipment for continuous operation.

  • Backup Battery

    • Provides up to 24 hours of tracking in case of disconnection or power failure.

  • Real-Time Tracking

    • Updates location every 400 meters or every 30 seconds when moving.

  • Simple Installation

    • Two-wire setup makes it quick and easy to deploy.

  • Continuous Power Without Battery Concerns

    • Eliminates the issues of battery degradation and frequent charging common with rechargeable devices.


📡 Reporting Modes

  • Every 400 meters when moving

  • Every 30 seconds when moving, hourly when stationary


⚙️ Technical Specifications

  • Battery: 300mAh, 3.7V Li-Polymer (backup)

  • Standby Time: Up to 24 hours on backup battery

  • Power Supply: 9V–36V DC

  • Weight: 104g

  • Size: 105.5 mm x 57 mm x 21.8 mm

  • Water/Dust Resistance Rating: IPX5

  • Operating Temperature: 4°F to 158°F

  • Certifications: FCC, CE, PTCRB, AT&T, T-Mobile, Verizon


📶 LTE & Connectivity

  • Cellular Technology: LTE Cat-M1 / NB2 / eGPRS

  • Operating Networks: AT&T, T-Mobile, US Cellular, Alaska Wireless, Union Telecom (CO/WY)

Bands Supported:

  • LTE Cat-M1/NB2: B1, B2, B3, B4, B5, B12, B13, B28, B66

  • eGPRS: B2, B3, B5, B8

Data Transmission:

  • LTE Cat M1: Max 588 kbps (DL) / 1119 kbps (UL)

  • LTE Cat NB2: Max 127 kbps (DL) / 158.5 kbps (UL)

  • EGPRS: Max 296 kbps (DL) / 236.8 kbps (UL)


🧩 Interfaces & Features

  • Location Technology: GPS, LBS

  • Cellular Antenna: Internal

  • GNSS Antenna: Internal patch (1x1in)

  • LED Indicators:

    • Green – Cellular

    • Blue – GNSS

    • Red – Power

  • Digital Inputs: ACC, IN1

  • Digital Outputs: Relay, OUT1

  • Power Switch: External

  • SIM Access: External

  • Sensors: 3-Axis Motion Accelerometer

  • USB-C: For firmware and debugging


🚚 Common Applications

  • Fleet management

  • Automotive financing

  • Construction equipment tracking

  • Forklift and powered asset monitoring

  • Asset theft recovery


🧭 Use Cases

The RoadTrack Wired helps businesses reduce theft risk, increase operational efficiency, and improve supply chain visibility. Whether you're managing a fleet or monitoring heavy equipment, it gives you instant access to location data from the GPX platform—anytime, anywhere. This hardwired design also ensures consistent power for uninterrupted tracking, overcoming the limitations associated with rechargeable trackers, making it particularly suited for critical applications where reliability is paramount.

⚡ Power Management Benefits

Hardwired solutions like the RoadTrack Wired provide superior operational reliability by connecting directly to the vehicle’s power source. Unlike rechargeable trackers, they avoid issues like power fluctuation and battery degradation, ensuring a seamless tracking experience. For businesses requiring continuous, dependable operation, hardwiring is an ideal choice.


🔗 Learn More

For full specifications and commercial details, visit the RoadTrack Wired product page.

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