When a cab can use twelve inches
The 12-inch category exists for one reason: split screens. A guidance map beside a camera view, implement data beside machine status, dispatch information beside a reversing image — content that forces screen-swapping at 10 inches sits comfortably at 12.1. The T12 is the single model here, an octa-core terminal with the widest interface set in the range, including four 1080p camera inputs on aviation connectors. Its natural homes are modern tractor and harvester cabs and mining truck dashboards, where the space exists and the information load justifies it.
The honest limits of the largest size
A 310 mm wide terminal is a commitment. In a compact cab it eats sight lines and mounting options, and no processor advantage survives a bad mount. Buyers who cannot place the T12 without blocking mirrors or controls should step down to the T10B, which keeps the newer platform and operating systems at a friendlier size. The company also describes a dual-display T12 variant in its news pages; its full specification is not published with the standard model, so treat that variant as a configuration to confirm, not a catalogue item.
- 12.1-inch IPS panel for genuine split-screen work
- Four 1080p camera inputs on aviation connectors
- Widest interface set in the range: dual CAN, dual RS232, RS485, Ethernet, GPIO
- Android 13 or Linux 5.15 operating system options
- Slim 38 mm housing depth for a terminal of this size
The T12, and the step down to consider
For large-cab split-screen work, the T12 brings a 12.1" IPS, 1280 x 800, brightness 750 cd/m2 or higher, fully laminated multi-touch and runs Android 13.0, or Linux kernel 5.15 with QT 5.15 (optional) on 64-bit octa-core Cortex-A55 at 1.8 GHz. Its positioning fit is GPS + BeiDou module (optional fit); RTK module UM982 (optional), and the interface side reads: 26-pin connector plus four 4-pin aviation connectors for 1080p cameras; standard expansion of 2 x CAN, 2 x RS232, 1 x RS485, 1 x 100M Ethernet and 1 x GPIO. That is why it appears in this shortlist: the combination matches the data and connections this work actually uses, in a housing specified for 9-36 V DC input (ISO 7637-II); IP66 sealing; operating temperature -20 to +70 C.
For large-cab split-screen work, the T10B brings a 10.1" IPS, 1280 x 800, brightness 750 cd/m2 or higher, fully laminated multi-touch and runs Android 13.0, or Linux kernel 5.15 with QT 5.15 (optional) on 64-bit octa-core Cortex-A55 at 1.8 GHz, GPU ARM G57 MC1. Its positioning fit is GPS + BeiDou module (optional fit); RTK module UM982 or UB982 (optional), and the interface side reads: 26-pin function expansion port; expansion combinations in the T10 family pattern (camera, CAN, RS232, Ethernet — confirm the exact set for your build). That is why it appears in this shortlist: the combination matches the data and connections this work actually uses, in a housing specified for 9-36 V DC input (ISO 7637-II); IP66 sealing; operating temperature -20 to +70 C.
Checking a 12-inch fit before you order
Mock the footprint in the cab with cardboard at 310 x 212 mm before any commercial discussion; sight lines decide this size, not specifications. If it fits, send the vehicle model and your screen layout to the sales team and confirm configuration, minimum order quantity and lead time.
Ask about the T12 for your large cabs
Send your vehicle, software and interface list. The sales team replies with a configuration and price.