Vector™ 8500 Trailer Refrigeration Unit

Unmatched reliability, efficiency and value. The Vector 8500. Simply first. Simply better.


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Features and Benefits:

  • E-Drive™ technology. Carrier’s innovative hybrid design combines a diesel engine and direct-driven generator to deliver high reliability and low lifecycle cost.
  • Exceptional reliability. The platform’s all-electric refrigeration system architecture has been refined and proven year after year.
  • Lower cost of ownership. By eliminating most moving parts, we’ve reduced maintenance requirements, optimizing uptime.
  • ecoFORWARD™ technologies. Designed for high efficiencies that deliver significant fuel savings, lower operating costs and compliance with EPA Tier 4 emissions regulations.
  • Intelligent operation. Vector™ units have the unique ability to turn components on when they’re needed, and off when they’re not.
  • Built-in electric standby. Cuts fuel consumption, noise, emissions and operating costs.

Performance Specifications

Condenser Dimensions 
76.4" x 85.7" x 22.8" 
(1,940 x 2,176 x 579 mm)

Evaporator Dimensions 
66.3" x 45.2" x 8.2" 
(1,684 x 1,149 x 280 mm)

Body Opening 
66.8" x 46.0" (1,696 x 1,168 mm)

Approximate Weight 
1,810 lb. (820 kg) including electric standby 
Remote 50-gallon aluminum fuel tank with mounting brackets: 65 lb. (29 kg) 
Battery: 50 lb. (23 kg)

Cooling Capacity 
Ambient at 100°F (38°C)

Evaporator Return Air Temp. High Speed Diesel or Electric Standby Operation
  BTU/hr Watts
35°F ( 2°C) 58,000 16,998
0°F (-18°C) 33,500 9,818
-20°F (-29°C) 22,000 6,594

Evaporator Airflow 
Applied system performance: 
3,100 cfm (5,270 m3 /hr)

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Features and Benefits:

  • E-Drive™ technology. Carrier’s innovative hybrid design combines a diesel engine and direct-driven generator to deliver high reliability and low lifecycle cost.
  • Exceptional reliability. The platform’s all-electric refrigeration system architecture has been refined and proven year after year.
  • Lower cost of ownership. By eliminating most moving parts, we’ve reduced maintenance requirements, optimizing uptime.
  • ecoFORWARD™ technologies. Designed for high efficiencies that deliver significant fuel savings, lower operating costs and compliance with EPA Tier 4 emissions regulations.
  • Intelligent operation. Vector™ units have the unique ability to turn components on when they’re needed, and off when they’re not.
  • Built-in electric standby. Cuts fuel consumption, noise, emissions and operating costs.

Performance Specifications

Condenser Dimensions 
76.4" x 85.7" x 22.8" 
(1,940 x 2,176 x 579 mm)

Evaporator Dimensions 
66.3" x 45.2" x 8.2" 
(1,684 x 1,149 x 280 mm)

Body Opening 
66.8" x 46.0" (1,696 x 1,168 mm)

Approximate Weight 
1,810 lb. (820 kg) including electric standby 
Remote 50-gallon aluminum fuel tank with mounting brackets: 65 lb. (29 kg) 
Battery: 50 lb. (23 kg)

Cooling Capacity 
Ambient at 100°F (38°C)

Evaporator Return Air Temp. High Speed Diesel or Electric Standby Operation
  BTU/hr Watts
35°F ( 2°C) 58,000 16,998
0°F (-18°C) 33,500 9,818
-20°F (-29°C) 22,000 6,594

Evaporator Airflow 
Applied system performance: 
3,100 cfm (5,270 m3 /hr)

Learn more about Carrier X4 and Vector CARB Trailer Refrigeration Units

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