Rugged Smartphone FAQ's
Are Rugged Smartphones Drop Resistant?
Rugged smartphones from Rugged Limited are engineered with superior resistance to drops, making them a reliable choice for demanding environments. This inherent drop resistance is a core feature, often achieved through robust internal and external construction materials.
Many of our devices are stress-tested to military standards, such as MIL-STD-810H, which includes rigorous drop tests onto various surfaces from specified heights. This testing ensures that a
drop resistant smartphone
can withstand accidental falls that would typically damage a conventional phone.
Our product range, including specific rugged smartphones, features advanced shock-absorbing designs and tough outer casings to minimise impact damage. This makes them ideal for industries like construction, logistics, and emergency services, where devices are frequently exposed to harsh conditions and potential drops, reinforcing their status as a truly drop resistant smartphone.
JCB-TRADESMAN-4
- IP69 water and dustproofing
- MIL-STD-810H drop and shock tested
- 2.4-inch Gorilla Glass screen
- 4G connectivity

STELLAR-M6
- IP68 water and dust resistant
- MIL-STD-810H shock and vibration tested
- Gorilla Glass 5 touchscreen usable with gloves
- Long-life 4500 mAh battery

CORE-Z5
- MIL-STD-810H certified casing
- IP68 dust and water resistant
- 6.08-inch Gorilla Glass 5 wet/glove touchscreen
- 4950 mAh battery with up to 44 hours talk time

STELLAR-M6-CMB
- IP68 dust and water proofing
- MIL-STD-810H drop resistance
- 6.1” Gorilla Glass 5 impact-resistant display
- 4500 mAh extended battery life

CORE-M6
- MIL-STD-810H certified toughness
- IP68 and IP69K sealed design
- Wet and glove-capable Gorilla Glass display
- Robust Qualcomm octa-core processor

STELLAR-X5s-CMB
- IP68 and IPX8 sealing for dust and water protection
- MIL-STD-810H certified drop resistance
- Glove and wet touch-capable 6.5-inch display with Gorilla Glass Victus2
- 5G NR Wi-Fi 6E and NFC wireless connectivity

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