Taoglas Launches MA8020 Raptor X Rail Antenna
The railway-certified platform combines cellular, GNSS and Wi-Fi connectivity in a single roof-mounted antenna unit.
Updated on Nov. 4, 2026 in Telecommunications
Taoglas has announced the MA8020 Raptor X, a railway-certified multi-function antenna platform supporting cellular, GNSS and Wi-Fi connectivity for rail applications. The product is available from December through Taoglas and its authorized distributors.
Why it matters
The platform is designed to reduce the number of antennas needed on rail vehicles, simplifying installation while supporting reliable communications for passenger Wi-Fi and operational telemetry. Consolidating connectivity into one unit addresses the growing demand for onboard data on rail systems.
The platform supports cellular coverage from 600 MHz to 6000 MHz and operates across -40°C to +85°C, with EN 50155 certification and an IP69K, IK10 enclosure. Pricing and field performance results were not disclosed in the announcement.
The players
Taoglas
Taoglas is an Irish antenna and wireless connectivity manufacturer that designs antennas for IoT, automotive and transportation markets.
The details
The MA8020 Raptor X integrates GNSS supporting L1 and L5, up to four 5G/4G cellular antennas and up to five dual-band Wi-Fi antennas into one roof-mounted unit. It is EN 50155 certified and compliant with EN 45545-2:2020+A1:2023 fire-safety requirements.
Timeline
• December 2026: MA8020 Raptor X becomes available from Taoglas and its authorized distributors.
Roadmap
Rail operators increasingly require onboard connectivity for passenger Wi-Fi and telemetry, and consolidated antenna platforms reflect a move away from separate single-function units. The EN 50155 standard that governs rail electronics is the baseline the MA8020 Raptor X is certified against.
Rail passengers may see more reliable onboard Wi-Fi as operators adopt consolidated connectivity hardware. The product's December availability means deployment on new rolling stock or retrofits would follow after that date.
The takeaway
Consolidating cellular, GNSS and Wi-Fi into one certified antenna reduces installation complexity for rail operators. Transit planners evaluating onboard connectivity should weigh certification and environmental ratings alongside configuration options.
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