Small Size, Big Function: The 5-Inch Vehicle Terminal for Applications Where Space Matters

Not every vehicle or application needs a 10-inch or 7-inch display. The VT-5A from 3Rtablet packs a full vehicle-grade computing platform into a 5-inch rugged package: Qualcomm quad-core processor, Android 12, 4G LTE, GNSS, RS232, RS485, GPIO, Ethernet, CAN BUS, and ISO 7637-II protection. It is the right tool when 7-inch is too large and a phone is not enough.

 Why 5 Inches? Finding the Right Fit

10-inch terminals are ideal for trucks and buses with plentiful dashboard space. 7-inch terminals serve as a compact all-rounder. But 5-inch terminals fill a specific niche: taxi dispatch systems where space is shared with meters and radios, forklifts with minimal cab space, weighbridge stations preferring compact displays, and handheld surveying applications where portability matters.

VT-5A Product Spotlight

Qualcomm Cortex-A53 quad-core 2.0 GHz, Android 12, 4G LTE, WiFi dual-band, Bluetooth 5.0, full GNSS. Interfaces: RS232, RS485, GPIO x4, Ethernet RJ45, USB Type-A, Mini USB, Micro SD up to 512 GB, Nano SIM. Optional: CAN BUS (J1939), NFC, 8.0 MP camera. Power: DC 8-36V with ISO 7637-II transient protection. Built-in 5F supercapacitor provides 10 seconds for safe shutdown. Typical power consumption: 3W. Operating temperature: -10 C to +65 C.

 Application Scenarios

Taxi Dispatch Systems

The most common VT-5A application. Dashboard space in a taxi is shared with the meter, radio, and phone holder. The 5-inch terminal fits naturally alongside. It runs dispatch software and GPS navigation over 4G LTE. ACC detection enables automatic power-on when the taxi starts and shutdown when parked.

Forklifts and Warehouse Equipment

The VT-5A fits where 7-inch tablets cannot, providing telematics and optional CAN BUS for battery monitoring. GPIO interfaces with load sensors and operator ID systems.

Weighbridge and Onboard Weighing

RS232 and RS485 connect directly to weighbridge controllers and load cells. Ethernet enables data transfer to central servers. Compact size suits both cab-mounted and station-mounted installations.

Handheld Surveying and Field Data Collection

The 5-inch form factor is portable enough for handheld use while providing sufficient screen space for maps and data entry. Full GNSS ensures precise positioning. USB Type-A connects external keyboards or barcode scanners.

Motorcycles and Last-Mile Delivery

Handlebar-mounted via RAM mount, providing GPS navigation, route management, and 4G connectivity.

Small Construction, Agriculture, and AGVs

Compact HMI for mini excavators, compact tractors, and AGVs. CAN BUS provides direct J1939 diagnostic access.

Ecosystem Integration

VT-5A integrates with the VT-BOX II for cloud data upload and shares the same Android fleet management platform as 3Rtablet VT series  for unified mixed-fleet management.

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