Our HKT-GAT-100 LoRaWAN GPS Cattle Tracker is one of the real-world applications we frequently cite when our clients inquire about how far LoRaWAN can transmit. By using this device, ranchers can monitor cattle across large areas without depending on costly cellular networks, showcasing the long-range potential of LoRaWAN networks. LoRaWAN communication is used by the tracker to deliver dependable operational data and location updates, even in remote locations.
Designing effective IoT solutions for agriculture requires an understanding of the maximum transmission distance of LoRaWAN. By tracking thousands of cattle at once, our clients can maximize scientific breeding, safety, and herd management while lowering infrastructure costs and operational complexity with the HKT-GAT-100.
LoRaWAN Technology and Cattle Tracking
The HKT-GAT-100 is a compact, cable-free GPS tracker that utilizes LoRaWAN to transmit data from the animal’s collar to the network gateway. By adhering to LoRaWAN™ standards, it ensures that location updates and telemetry data reach ranchers over distances of up to 5 kilometers in open environments.
Our engineering team designed the tracker for resilience: it operates in temperatures from -20°C to 60°C, withstands up to 90% humidity, and features IP68 ingress protection. This makes it suitable for the wide-ranging conditions often encountered in large-scale ranching operations. The device’s built-in 38,000 mAh lithium-ion battery can function continuously for over a year, reducing maintenance needs and guaranteeing long-term monitoring reliability.
By understanding how far LoRaWAN can transmit, our clients gain confidence that the data from their livestock will arrive securely and accurately, even in areas with poor cellular coverage.
Operational Advantages for Livestock Management
The practical application of LoRaWAN in the HKT-GAT-100 extends beyond basic location tracking. Ranchers can remotely configure data transfer intervals—from 1 to 1,440 minutes—to optimize network usage and battery life. The collars also support OTAA/ABP Class A activation methods, ensuring seamless integration with existing LoRaWAN gateways.
Thanks to LoRaWAN’s long-range capability, ranchers no longer need to worry about livestock wandering into areas with no cellular coverage. Our device creates a backup communication network, enabling continuous monitoring without the cost of cellular subscriptions. This capability illustrates precisely how far LoRaWAN can transmit in a practical, high-value application, demonstrating the benefits of low-power wide-area networking for agriculture.
Scalable and Easy-to-Deploy Design
The HKT-GAT-100 is lightweight and compact, with a 5 cm wide nylon textile belt that makes it easy to install on cattle or sheep. Its wireless programming via the network server allows ranchers to adjust location and data transfer plans remotely, enhancing flexibility and reducing labor.
At HKT LORA, we focus on delivering devices that are not only robust and precise but also scalable for operations ranging from small farms to large-scale ranching enterprises. By combining our hardware design with LoRaWAN connectivity, we ensure that monitoring thousands of animals is feasible, accurate, and cost-effective.
Conclusion
For ranchers and enterprise operators, understanding how far LoRaWAN can transmit is key to leveraging IoT for efficient livestock management. The HKT-GAT-100 LoRaWAN GPS Cattle Tracker exemplifies this potential, providing a reliable, long-range solution that ensures animals are monitored continuously, even in remote areas.
At HKT LORA, we are committed to creating smart, durable, and high-performance IoT devices that maximize operational efficiency. By combining LoRaWAN’s long-range capabilities with precision hardware, we help ranchers and businesses optimize management, reduce costs, and maintain real-time visibility over large, dispersed assets—truly redefining modern livestock monitoring.
