Teltonika FTC961

Teltonika FTC961 — Next-Generation IP69K Waterproof 4G LTE Cat 1 GPS Tracker for Harsh Environments

The Teltonika FTC961 is the toughest next-generation tracker in Teltonika's FT platform range — the IP69K waterproof version of the FTC927, built specifically for vehicle and machinery tracking in agriculture, construction, mining and other industries where standard IP67 or IP54 devices simply cannot survive. IP69K is the highest level of waterproof protection available — rated for complete protection against dust and against high-pressure, high-temperature water jets and steam, making the FTC961 safe for installation on tractors, combine harvesters, excavators, dump trucks and other equipment that is regularly pressure washed or operates in flooded, muddy or steam-filled environments.

Built on Teltonika's advanced FT platform, the FTC961 features high-precision multi-constellation GNSS with up to 41 visible satellites for enhanced positioning accuracy at low speeds — critical for precision agriculture and slow-moving construction machinery where standard trackers often lose position accuracy. Combined with a high voltage input range, 320mAh backup battery, BLE connectivity for wireless sensor support and optimised sleep modes that significantly reduce vehicle battery drainage, the FTC961 is one of the most capable and resilient basic trackers Teltonika has ever produced.

As an official Teltonika distributor in the UK, Tracking Hardware UK ships the FTC961 directly from our London warehouse — with trade pricing available for telematics service providers, fleet operators and resellers.

Key Features

• IP69K waterproof — the highest level of ingress protection available, providing complete protection against dust, high-pressure water jets and high-temperature steam — safe for pressure washing and harsh outdoor environments in agriculture, construction and mining

• 4G LTE Cat 1 with 2G fallback — future-proof connectivity for real-time tracking on modern UK networks with automatic 2G fallback ensuring continuous coverage in remote rural and construction site environments

• Up to 41 visible satellites — high-precision multi-constellation GNSS with GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou and SBAS tracking up to 41 satellites simultaneously for enhanced accuracy at low speeds and in open-sky rural environments

• High voltage input range — supports the wide voltage range found in agricultural machinery, construction equipment and specialist vehicles without additional voltage conversion hardware

• 320mAh backup battery — maintains device operation and tamper alerting if vehicle power is interrupted or the device is disconnected

• BLE connectivity — connects to Bluetooth Low Energy sensors and accessories for extended monitoring and driver identification

• Smart ignition detection — automatically detects ignition on and off by monitoring external voltage without manual threshold configuration, simplifying installation

• Optimised sleep modes — online sleep, deep sleep and power off sleep modes significantly reduce vehicle battery drainage during extended stationary periods — essential for seasonal agricultural equipment

• Crash detection — built-in accelerometer detects and records impact events for accident reporting Tow detection — alerts when equipment is moved without ignition

• Network jamming detection — detects cellular network interference and jamming attempts

• Eco driving monitoring — tracks harsh driving events for operator behaviour scoring

• Excessive idling detection — monitors prolonged engine idling for fuel cost reduction

• Auto and manual geofencing — automatic geofence at ignition off location plus configurable zone alerts for depot and field boundary monitoring

• Private and business mode — operators can switch between private and business use recording

• FOTA WEB and TCT updates — remote firmware and configuration management

Driver Identification with Tracking Hardware UK BLE Keypad

The FTC961 supports BLE connectivity and is compatible with the Tracking Hardware UK BLE driver identification keypad. Operators enter their unique PIN or present their card at the start of each shift, and the operator ID is logged alongside all GPS and machine data — providing accountability across agricultural, construction and mining equipment fleets. Contact us to discuss keypad and FTC961 bundle pricing.

FTC961 vs FTC927 — Which Should You Choose?

Both devices are built on Teltonika's FT platform with 4G LTE Cat 1, up to 41 visible satellites, BLE, smart ignition detection and optimised sleep modes. The FTC927 is a standard form factor device suitable for general vehicle installations where standard IP54 or IP67 protection is sufficient. The FTC961 adds IP69K protection for maximum waterproofing against high-pressure water jets and steam — making it the correct choice for agriculture, construction, mining and any application where the device will be pressure washed or exposed to extreme water and dust conditions. If in doubt about your installation environment, the FTC961 is the safer choice.

Technical Specifications

Cellular: 4G LTE Cat 1 with 2G fallback

GNSS: GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou, SBAS — up to 41 visible satellites

Bluetooth: BLE

Battery: 320mAh backup

Power input: High voltage range

Waterproofing: IP69K

Sleep modes: Online sleep, deep sleep, power off sleep

Ignition detection: Digital input, accelerometer, external power voltage

OTA: FOTA WEB and TCT

Typical Use Cases

Ideal for agricultural machinery tracking including tractors, combine harvesters and sprayers, construction equipment fleet management for excavators, dump trucks and cranes, mining vehicle tracking in dusty and wet underground environments, forestry machinery monitoring, fleet tracking for equipment regularly subject to high-pressure washing, seasonal agricultural equipment requiring extended sleep modes to preserve battery, and any harsh environment application where IP69K protection is required alongside 4G fleet tracking.

Frequently Asked Questions