CF-Device’s TANK V2 is a screenless rugged vehicle-mount computer built for deployments where the compute unit and the display need to live in different physical locations — custom dashboards, hidden equipment-bay installs, or vehicles with existing screen infrastructure.
TL;DR
- No built-in display — supports external 10.1″ (1024×600p) or 12.1″ (1024×768p) touchscreens via HDMI
- 5G SA/NSA + 4G/LTE dual-mode connectivity, with GPS/BDS/GLONASS positioning standard
- Up to 6 AHD camera inputs (720p×4/1080p×2) for full surround-monitoring even without a screen
- Built-in hardware encryption — uncommon on screen-equipped vehicle tablets
- IP65, MIL-STD-810, ISO16750 rated for -30°C to +70°C in hidden or under-dash installations
Why Some Deployments Don’t Want a Built-In Screen
Not every vehicle-computing application wants a screen built into the same housing as the processor. Custom dashboards, hidden installations, and vehicles with existing display infrastructure all need a compute unit that can live separately from whatever screen the operator actually looks at — that’s the specific problem TANK V2 solves, a deployment pattern relevant to smart warehousing and forklift/AGV fleets where space and mounting constraints are common. Where this form factor sits within the broader category is set out in what is an onboard computer.
In the wider embedded computing category this form has a name: a box PC — a sealed, display-less unit that arrives ready to mount, as distinct from a bare module or a single-board computer that leaves the enclosure, certification and firmware work with the buyer. How the four forms differ, and which one suits a given build, is compared in embedded computer: the four forms and which one goes in a vehicle.
A Screenless Compute Core
Unlike every other model in the CFDevice lineup, TANK V2 has no built-in display. Instead, it supports external 10.1″ (1024×600p) or 12.1″ (1024×768p) touchscreens, letting integrators mount the compute unit somewhere protected — behind a dash, inside an equipment bay — while the display goes wherever the operator needs it.
Modern Connectivity in a Compact Box
5G SA/NSA and 4G/LTE dual-mode connectivity (with freely expandable and built-in antenna options) keep TANK V2 competitive with screen-equipped models on communication speed. GPS/BDS/GLONASS positioning is standard, with optional centimeter-level GNSS and inertial navigation available.
Interfaces Built for Custom Integration
| Interface | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Dual CAN (CAN FD support) | Vehicle network and implement integration |
| Gigabit Ethernet | High-speed data networking |
| USB 3.0 Type-C | Peripheral and storage connectivity |
| HDMI output | Drives the external touchscreen |
| Up to 6 AHD camera inputs | Full surround-monitoring setup |
Security and Reliability Features
Built-in hardware encryption protects sensitive fleet and operational data — a feature not commonly found on screen-equipped vehicle tablets. Five dual-color LED indicators (power, WiFi, GNSS, cellular, CAN) give installers at-a-glance system status without needing a display connected during setup or diagnostics. Fleet-wide, this same terminal integrates with MDM remote device management for configuration and health monitoring across every deployed unit.
Rugged for Hidden Installation
IP65 protection, MIL-STD-810 and ISO16750 certification, and a -30°C to +70°C operating range mean TANK V2 handles the vibration and environmental exposure of an under-dash or equipment-bay mounting position, not just an exposed cab surface. See our IP65 vs IP67 rating guide for how ingress ratings compare across mounting scenarios.
Who It’s For
Specialty vehicle builders, OEM integrators with existing display hardware, and any deployment that needs to physically separate the compute unit from the screen — for space, security, or custom-display reasons — will find TANK V2 fills a gap the rest of the tablet-format lineup can’t, including screen-equipped models like the VCM M10.
Common Questions
Can TANK V2 drive two external displays at once?
No — it outputs to one external touchscreen via HDMI (10.1″ or 12.1″), though the 6-camera AHD input can feed surround-view content to that single connected display.
Does removing the screen reduce TANK V2’s rugged rating compared to screen-equipped models?
No — it carries the same IP65, MIL-STD-810, and ISO16750 certification as the rest of the lineup, rated for -30°C to +70°C regardless of mounting location.
Why would a fleet choose TANK V2 over a standard tablet-format terminal?
When the install location for the compute unit and the display must be different — hidden behind a dash for security/space reasons, or when a vehicle already has display hardware installed — TANK V2’s screenless design solves an integration problem tablet-format units can’t.
A screenless unit is one of several form factors in the range, and the hardware, software and deployment framework common to all of them is set out in our complete guide to rugged vehicle tablets.
Interested in specs or a quote? Contact our team or view the full TANK V2 product page.