Cell on Wheel (COW) / Rapid Deployment Vehicles
What is Cell on Wheel ?
A Cell on Wheels (COW) is a mobile, temporary telecommunications tower mounted on a wheeled platform, such as a trailer or truck.
It is used to provide short-term cellular network coverage in areas where permanent infrastructure is unavailable, damaged, or insufficient. COWs are commonly deployed during events, emergencies, or natural disasters to ensure uninterrupted communication.
Equipped with antennas, generators, and sometimes additional telecom equipment, they offer quick and flexible solutions to boost network capacity or extend coverage in remote or high-demand areas.
MTS Tower manufacture 2 types of COW units; modified truck COW (panelvan type), trailer mounted COW.
Modified Truck Mounted COW
Modified Truck Mounted Cell on Wheels
A modified truck-mounted Cell on Wheels (COW) is a specialized mobile telecommunications tower integrated onto a truck platform for enhanced mobility and rapid deployment. Unlike traditional COWs, which are typically trailer-based, this version is mounted directly on a truck, allowing for greater flexibility in reaching remote or hard-to-access areas.
The modified truck-mounted COW is equipped with a telescopic mast, antennas, and essential telecom equipment such as power generators and radio systems. It provides temporary cellular coverage, ideal for events, disaster recovery, or areas experiencing high demand. The truck design enables swift relocation and setup, making it an efficient solution for emergency response or temporary network expansion.
Trailer Mounted COW
Trailer Mounted Cell on Wheels
A trailer-mounted Cell on Wheels (COW) is a mobile telecommunications unit designed to provide temporary cellular coverage, mounted on a trailer for easy transport and rapid deployment. This type of COW is equipped with a telescopic mast, antennas, and necessary telecom equipment, such as generators and radio systems, making it a self-contained unit capable of quickly boosting network capacity in areas with limited or no permanent infrastructure.
The trailer-mounted design allows it to be towed to various locations, including remote areas, event sites, or disaster zones, where immediate network coverage is needed. Its compact and flexible structure ensures quick setup and takedown, providing an efficient solution for expanding network services temporarily. Modifications may include reinforced support for extreme weather conditions or additional power options for extended use in isolated areas.