Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone

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The Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone is built around robust sealing and MIL-STD-810H compliance, supporting reliable use in demanding industrial and field environments. With an IP68 rating, the device withstands dust and water exposure, and sustains multiple 1.5-metre drops on concrete without loss of function. Its 6.1-inch HD+ IPS display features Corning Gorilla Glass 5, offering impact resistance and accurate touch response, even with gloves or wet fingers. The phone runs on a Qualcomm octa-core processor and supports advanced 5G and Wi-Fi 6/6E connectivity, facilitating stable communication and data transfer in remote locations.

The STELLAR-M6 is enhanced with a long-lasting 4500 mAh battery delivering up to 35 hours of active use, and programmable buttons including Push-to-Talk and SOS improve operational control. Its dual camera system with a 50 MP rear sensor enables high-quality imaging for field documentation, while Android 15 with planned updates assures ongoing software reliability. Practical features like USB Type-C charging, water-resistant microphone, and multiple network bands make it suitable for logistics, manufacturing, and outdoor deployments needing rugged, continuous-duty communication tools.

STELLAR-M6-CMB Features

  • IP68 rated for dust and water protection
  • MIL-STD-810H certified for drop resistance
  • Operates from -20°C to +60°C
  • Glove and wet touch compatible Corning Gorilla Glass 5 display
  • 4500 mAh long-life battery with up to 35 hours 5G autonomy

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Manufacturer

Certifications & Standards

Ruggedness

IP Rating

Screen Size

Processor

Operating System

Country Of Manufacture

France

Rugged Certifications

IP68

Ingress Protection

IP68

Salt Water Proofing

IPX8 (1.5m / 30 minutes)

Dust Protection

IP6X

Operating Temperature

-20°C to +60°C

Drop Resistance

24 drops, 6 sides, 1.5m onto concrete

Military Standard

MIL-STD 810H

Dimensions

165.8 x 78 x 12.3 mm

Weight

242g

Colour

Black with white back cover (Chamonix Mont Blanc edition)

Operating System

Android™

OS Version at Release

Android™ 15

OS Upgrade Path

Android™ 16, 17, 18 & 20

Zero Touch / AER

Yes / Yes

Processor

Qualcomm QCM4490

CPU Architecture

Octa-Core: 2x A78 @2.4GHz + 6x A55 @2GHz

SAR Head / Body

0.92 W/kg / 1.06 W/kg

SAR Limbs

1.93 W/kg

Languages Supported

DE, EN, AR, CH, CR, DK, ES, FL, FR, HR, IT, LV, LT, NL, NV, PL, PT, SR, SL, SV, S, CZ

Display Size

6.1”

Aspect Ratio

19.5:9

Display Type

IPS

Display Protection

Corning Gorilla® Glass 5 ultra-rugged glass

Impact Resistance (IK)

IK05

Touch Technology

Capacitive, Wet & Glove touch

Display Resolution

720 x 1560 (HD+)

Brightness

450 cd/m²

Battery Type

Lithium Polymer

Battery Capacity

4500 mAh

Communication Autonomy (5G)

Up to 35 hours

Standby Time (5G)

Up to 400 hours

GPS Autonomy

Up to 2 hours

Reverse Charging

Yes, via USB Type-C

Video Recording

1080p @ 60fps

Video Formats

MP4

RAM

6 GB

Internal Storage

128 GB

SIM Configuration

Dual tray

SIM Type

2x Nano SIM or 1x Nano SIM + microSD + eSIM

2G Bands

850/900/1800/1900 MHz

3G Bands

850/900/1700/1900/2100 MHz

4G Bands

LTE-FDD: B1/B2/B3/B4/B5/B7/B8/B12/B20/B28/B32/B66/B68; LTE-TDD: B38/B39/B40/B41/B42/B43/B48

5G Bands

NR-FDD: n1/n3/n5/n7/n8/n20/n28; NR-TDD: n38/n40/n41/n77/n78

VoNR / VoLTE / VoWiFi

Compatible

Bluetooth

Bluetooth® 5.2

Wi-Fi

Wi-Fi 6 / 6E; 2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz; 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax/r/k/v/u

NFC

Yes, payment function

USB

USB Type-C 3.1

OTG

Yes

X-LINK

Yes

Rear Camera

50 MP rear camera

Autofocus

Yes (PDAF)

Front Camera

8 MP front camera

Flash

LED

Image Formats

JPEG

Audio Connector

USB-C

Audio Formats

AMR, MIDI, MP3, WAV, AAC, 3GP, WAVE

Microphone

Waterproof microphone with GORE membrane

Speaker Output

93 dBA

Audio Technologies

AI noise reduction (up to −60 dB), anti-feedback

Programmable Buttons

3 programmable multifunction buttons

Location Services

GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Beidou, Galileo

Key Features

Play Store, Google Services, Hands-free, Alarm, Recorder, QR reader, Fingerprint reader, Notification LED, Parental Control, X-SPACE, Noise reduction, Touch lock, Speaker cleaning (Drymax)

Sensors

Accelerometer, Proximity sensor, Ambient light sensor, Gyroscope, Magnetometer (E-Compass)

Device Management & Compliance

AER compliant, MDM compliant, OEM Config, EMVCo

The Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone is designed and engineered for use in demanding environments where reliability, durability are essential. The STELLAR-M6-CMB supports a wide range of industries and operational applications.

Common deployment industries include: Construction, Defence And Military, Emergency Services, Industrial Manufacturing, Logistics And Supply Chain, Natural Resources and Mining, Oil and Gas, Rail And Transport.

Across these sectors, the STELLAR-M6-CMB is typically used in applications such as Emergency Dispatch And Incident Management, Field Data Capture And Reporting, Health, Safety, And Compliance Inspections, Mobile Workforce Operations, Proof Of Delivery And Last-Mile Logistics, Quality Control And Inspection, Route Planning And Navigation, Secure Communications And Command-And-Control.

These examples demonstrate the versatility of the STELLAR-M6-CMB across both industry sectors and real-world operational use cases. Its suitability extends well beyond the scenarios listed above, making it a flexible solution for a broad range of requirements.

For further information, or to assess whether the STELLAR-M6-CMB is appropriate for your specific application, please contact us.

The Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone comes with a 5-Year Warranty against defects in workmanship and materials, effective from the date of shipment (unless otherwise agreed in writing).

To receive service under this warranty, the eligible product, Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone, must be presented to RUGGED in the United Kingdom.

For more information about the Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone or to arrange repairs and services not covered by the warranty, please visit the warranty section on our website.

Do you need further details about the Crosscall STELLAR-M6 CMB Rugged 5G Smartphone, or would you like to discuss a customised solution or demonstration?

At RUGGED, we recognise that every project has its own unique demands. If you have any questions about the Crosscall STELLAR-M6-CMB or need a custom solution designed specifically for you, our team of technical experts are ready to assist you.

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