Purpose-built embedded computers for transport projects that need stable connectivity, vehicle data collection, GNSS positioning and reliable operation across road and rail environments.
Designed for Moving Assets, Not Office Conditions
Vehicle and rail systems place very different demands on computing hardware compared with fixed indoor installations. Power input can fluctuate, space is limited, vibration is constant and communication links must remain available while the asset is moving between locations, depots and service areas.
The NEXCOM VTC1040, VTC1040-C2, nROK1040-A and nROK1040-AC2 are built for these conditions. They provide a rugged onboard computing platform for collecting vehicle data, connecting sensors and cameras, managing network communication and sending operational information back to control centres or cloud-based systems.
Common Project Requirements
- Vehicle tracking and route visibility
- CAN FD data collection from vehicle systems
- LTE, 5G NR and Wi-Fi expansion support
- GNSS positioning for mobile assets
- PoE support for camera-based systems
- Road vehicle and rolling stock deployments
Rugged Computing for Road and Rail Systems
The VTC1040 series is intended for road vehicle projects, while the nROK1040 series is designed for railway rolling stock and rail communication environments. Both families provide the core functions system integrators typically need in a transport computer, including vehicle data interfaces, wireless expansion, positioning and ruggedised operation.
Rather than acting as a basic communications box, these systems can operate as the central onboard computer for telematics, mobile surveillance, passenger information, remote diagnostics and operational data logging.
Vehicle Data Collection
CAN FD, digital I/O, serial ports and LAN connectivity allow data to be collected from vehicle systems, sensors, cameras, controllers and connected peripherals.
Wireless Expansion
LTE, 5G NR and Wi-Fi expansion support gives integrators flexibility when designing systems for live data transmission, remote access and connected fleet operation.
GNSS Positioning
Integrated positioning support allows location-based services such as fleet visibility, route tracking, geo-fencing and incident review to be built into the system design.
Road vehicle computer for telematics, diagnostics, GNSS tracking and onboard data collection where standard LAN connectivity is required.
PoE-enabled road vehicle computer for applications that need to connect and power IP cameras or compatible network devices.
Rail-focused rugged computer for rolling stock applications, onboard monitoring and train-to-ground communication systems.
PoE-enabled rail computer for onboard camera systems, video uplink, passenger monitoring and connected network equipment.
VTC1040 Series for Road Vehicles
The VTC1040 and VTC1040-C2 are suited to buses, emergency vehicles, logistics fleets, mining vehicles, construction equipment and service vehicles that require a reliable onboard computing platform.
Typical uses include fleet telematics, route tracking, driver behaviour monitoring, mobile NVR functions, vehicle diagnostics and remote system access. CAN FD support allows the computer to interface with vehicle data, while GNSS and wireless expansion support make it suitable for live monitoring and location-based applications.
nROK1040 Series for Rail Applications
The nROK1040-A and nROK1040-AC2 are designed for railway rolling stock and transport infrastructure projects where reliability, long operating life and rail-focused design are key considerations.
These systems can support train-to-ground communication, onboard video, passenger information systems, equipment monitoring and diagnostic data exchange. For camera-heavy rail projects, the nROK1040-AC2 provides PoE ports to simplify cabling and device integration.
Product Selection Overview
Each model is aimed at a clear deployment type. The standard models suit systems built around LAN-connected peripherals, while the PoE models are useful when cameras or powered network devices need to be integrated without adding separate PoE switches.
| Model | Best Fit | Key Difference |
|---|---|---|
| VTC1040 | Road vehicles, fleets, buses, emergency vehicles and service vehicles | Standard road vehicle model with 3 x LAN for connected peripherals, vehicle data systems and network integration |
| VTC1040-C2 | Road vehicle applications with IP cameras or powered network devices | PoE-enabled road vehicle model with 1 x LAN and 2 x PoE ports for simplified camera and device connectivity |
| nROK1040-A | Railway rolling stock, train systems and onboard rail communication | Rail-focused model with 3 x LAN for train systems, onboard devices and communication networks |
| nROK1040-AC2 | Rail applications with onboard cameras or powered network equipment | PoE-enabled rail model with 1 x LAN and 2 x PoE ports for camera systems, video uplink and connected devices |
Choosing the Right Model
The decision usually comes down to two questions: is the system being installed in a road vehicle or rail environment, and does the project require PoE for cameras or powered network devices?
Choose VTC1040 for Road Vehicle Systems
Select the VTC1040 for road vehicle projects that need rugged computing, GNSS positioning, vehicle data collection and network connectivity, without requiring PoE ports on the computer itself.
Choose VTC1040-C2 for Road Vehicle Camera Systems
Select the VTC1040-C2 when the vehicle system needs direct PoE support for IP cameras or compatible powered network devices, such as mobile video, surveillance or driver monitoring deployments.
Choose nROK1040-A for Rail Computing
Select the nROK1040-A for railway rolling stock applications that need rugged onboard computing, data communication and integration with train systems across a standard LAN-based architecture.
Choose nROK1040-AC2 for Rail Video and PoE Devices
Select the nROK1040-AC2 for rail projects that combine onboard computing with PoE cameras, video transmission or powered network devices inside trains or rail vehicles.
Where These Systems Fit in a Transport Architecture
In a typical deployment, the rugged computer sits onboard the vehicle or train and connects to a mix of sensors, cameras, vehicle networks, displays and communication modules. It can collect local data, provide positioning information and transmit selected information to a control centre, depot system or cloud platform.
This makes the VTC1040 and nROK1040 series useful for projects that need more than a simple router, particularly where onboard processing, local device integration and transport-grade reliability are required.
Tekdis Support for NEXCOM Vehicle Computing Projects
Tekdis supplies NEXCOM in-vehicle and embedded computing solutions for transport, industrial and mobile applications. Our team can assist with model selection, configuration, lifecycle planning and project-based supply for road vehicle and rail connectivity systems.
