Teltonika RUTX50 eSIM 5G Router

Teltonika RUTX50 — industrial 5G router with integrated eSIM

The Teltonika RUTX50 (RUTX50320100) is a 5G Sub-6GHz industrial router with integrated eSIM, dual physical Mini-SIM slots, and LTE Cat 20 fallback. It delivers up to 3.3 Gbps download via 4×4 MIMO and supports both 5G NR SA and NSA architectures. Five Gigabit Ethernet ports, dual-band Wi-Fi 5, GNSS, digital I/O, and the full RutOS software platform make it suitable for high-demand fixed and semi-permanent deployments across energy, infrastructure, security, and industrial automation.

The integrated eSIM allows operator profiles to be loaded and switched remotely via the RutOS WebUI or Teltonika RMS, without physical SIM access. Combined with two physical SIM slots, the RUTX50 provides three independent connectivity pathways. SIM failover, band locking, operator allow/block lists, and per-SIM data limits are all configurable once set up in the RutOS WebUI.

Key features

• 5G NR Sub-6GHz SA/NSA: up to 3.3 Gbps download and 900 Mbps upload with 4×4 MIMO.
• LTE Cat 20 fallback: up to 2.0 Gbps download and 200 Mbps upload for mixed-coverage sites.
• Integrated eSIM (eUICC): up to 7 operator profiles, remote provisioning via RutOS WebUI — an active data plan must be obtained separately before the eSIM carries traffic.
• Dual physical Mini-SIM slots: 2 x 2FF with auto-failover, SIM idle protection, and load balancing, configurable in RutOS.
• Five Gigabit Ethernet ports: 1 x WAN (configurable as LAN) and 4 x LAN, all 10/100/1000 Mbps.
• Dual-band Wi-Fi 5: 802.11b/g/n/ac Wave 2 with MU-MIMO, up to 867 Mbps, up to 150 simultaneous clients.
• GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, and QZSS with NMEA 0183 output, NTRIP support, and configurable geofencing.
• Digital I/O: 1 x digital input and 1 x digital output on the 4-pin power connector, with RMS, SMS, and email event triggers.
• Wide-range power input: 9–50 V DC with reverse polarity and surge protection; passive PoE via LAN1 (Mode B, 9–50 V DC).
• Full VPN suite: OpenVPN, IPsec (IKEv1/v2), WireGuard, ZeroTier, Tailscale, GRE, DMVPN, L2TP, SSTP, Stunnel, Tinc.
• Industrial protocols: Modbus TCP client and server, OPC UA client and server, DNP3 station and outstation, DLMS/COSEM client, MQTT broker and publisher.
• Teltonika RMS: full remote management, configuration, FOTA, RMS Connect (SSH, RDP, VNC), and fleet monitoring.

What is the RUTX50 used for?

Energy and utility infrastructure

Remote substations, BESS installations, and solar or wind generation sites need reliable WAN connectivity for SCADA telemetry, IEC 61850 data transfer, and OT remote access. The RUTX50 provides 5G or LTE Cat 20 backhaul with IPsec or WireGuard VPN tunnels to control networks. GNSS positioning and digital I/O event triggers support alarm and status reporting without additional hardware.

EV charge point management

EV charge point operators use the RUTX50 to provide OCPP-over-IP connectivity between chargers and their cloud management platforms. The eSIM allows network operator changes without site visits, which is valuable when MNO coverage at a charging location changes after installation. Dual SIM failover, once configured in RutOS, keeps chargers online if a primary network fails.

CCTV and ANPR

High-uplink 5G throughput supports multi-camera video streams from construction sites, temporary CCTV towers, and traffic enforcement deployments. The RUTX50 tolerates the wide temperature range and vibration present in roadside cabinet installations. A fixed-IP SIM paired with an IPsec or OpenVPN tunnel allows inbound management access without a public IP on a standard SIM.

Smart city and public infrastructure

Traffic management systems, environmental monitoring nodes, and digital information panels in urban deployments rely on consistent connectivity over long deployment lifetimes. The eSIM removes the need to revisit sealed cabinets to swap SIM cards when networks are renegotiated. RMS provides fleet-level firmware updates and alert management across large numbers of deployed units.

Industrial automation and SCADA

The RUTX50 supports Modbus TCP, OPC UA, and DNP3 alongside standard IP routing, allowing PLCs and RTUs to send data to SCADA platforms over 5G. VPN tunnels protect OT traffic on public networks, and VLAN segmentation keeps operational and management traffic separate. The -40 to +75 °C operating range covers plant rooms, outdoor cabinets, and process environments.

Temporary and event connectivity

Construction sites, outdoor events, and rapid-deployment networks benefit from the RUTX50’s combination of 5G throughput, self-contained power supply, and flexible mounting. The eSIM supports fast deployment when local MNO selection is unknown in advance. DIN rail or wall mounting allows quick installation in temporary switchgear enclosures.

Pro tip

The RUTX50 ships with four stub mobile SMA antennas. All four SMA mobile ports must be connected for 4×4 MIMO to function at full throughput. For installations inside metal enclosures or where the stub antennas cannot be positioned externally, run low-loss SMA cable to external antennas mounted on the cabinet exterior. A quality 4×4 MIMO 5G antenna on a short cable run will consistently outperform four stub antennas inside a steel cabinet, particularly on 5G NR n77 and n78 where free-space loss is highest.

Building a resilient cellular connection

The RUTX50 supports three independent SIM pathways — integrated eSIM plus two physical Mini-SIM slots — which can be configured in RutOS for automatic failover between networks from different mobile operators. Use SIMs from two separate MNOs where uptime is critical, so a single network outage does not take the connection down. Pairing the router with a DIN rail UPS in the same enclosure protects against short mains interruptions. Teltonika RMS provides fleet-level monitoring with configurable alerts for signal degradation, data limit thresholds, or device reboot events, allowing issues to be identified before they cause service outages.

Frequently asked questions

Does the RUTX50 support bootstrap eSIM provisioning?

Yes. The RUTX50 eSIM supports bootstrap provisioning, allowing an eSIM data plan to be downloaded and activated remotely over the air without a pre-loaded physical SIM. The bootstrap profile enables initial connectivity so the router can reach the provisioning server on first power-up. An active eSIM data plan must still be obtained separately — the bootstrap profile itself is not a data plan and does not carry traffic until a plan is provisioned onto the eSIM.

What is the difference between the eSIM and the physical SIM slots on the RUTX50?

The integrated eSIM is soldered to the PCB and cannot be removed. It supports up to 7 operator profiles which can be downloaded, activated, and switched remotely without physical access to the router. The two physical Mini-SIM (2FF) slots accept standard SIM cards and function independently. All three pathways can be used simultaneously for failover, configured in the RutOS WebUI.

What SIM card do I need for the RUTX50?

The physical SIM slots take a Mini SIM (2FF) — not Micro or Nano. For fixed installations requiring inbound access or VPN termination, a fixed IP SIM card is strongly recommended. Standard SIM cards sit behind carrier-grade NAT, which prevents inbound connections. We supply fixed IP SIMs on EE, O2, Vodafone, and multi-network roaming. Our team can advise on the right option for your deployment.

Does the RUTX50 support Teltonika RMS?

Yes. The RUTX50 is fully compatible with Teltonika RMS. RMS provides remote configuration, FOTA firmware updates, RMS Connect for SSH and RDP access to devices behind the router, and fleet-level monitoring with alerts. RMS operates on a credit-based licence — we stock Teltonika RMS credits.

Does the RUTX50 have GPS?

Yes. The RUTX50 includes a GNSS receiver supporting GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, and QZSS. A dedicated GNSS SMA antenna connector is on the rear panel, and a GNSS adhesive antenna is included in the box. NMEA 0183 output, configurable geofencing zones, and TAVL server support are all available through RutOS.

What is the operating temperature of the RUTX50?

The RUTX50 operates from -40 °C to +75 °C with 10% to 90% non-condensing humidity. The aluminium housing provides passive cooling with no moving parts. It is rated IP30, suitable for indoor cabinet and DIN rail installations. For outdoor deployments, the router should be housed in an IP-rated enclosure.

Can I use the WAN port as a second LAN port?

Yes. The WAN port is configurable as a LAN port through the RutOS WebUI, giving five LAN ports in mobile-only or Wi-Fi WAN deployments.

Related products and further reading

Browse our full range of Teltonika 5G routers or view all 5G routers we stock. For installations requiring an external antenna, see our 5G antennas, including 4×4 MIMO options suited to the RUTX50’s four mobile SMA ports. If you need SIM connectivity, we supply fixed IP SIM cards and IoT SIM cards with same-day activation. For eSIM connectivity options, see our eSIM router guide. For remote management, see our Teltonika RMS explainer.