Carrier Adds 8811MT TRU for Center-Split Reefer Trailers
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Carrier Transicold is expanding its Vector range of multi-temperature trailer refrigeration units with the 8811MT, a transport refrigeration unit for center-divide trailers.
The manufacturer said the TRU delivers better fuel efficiency and lifetime compliance under California Air Resources Board regulations.
Designed for trailers split lengthwise with a center-dividing wall, the 8811MT’s dual evaporators and fans eliminate the need for a remote evaporator, simplifying installation, according to Carrier Transicold.
Also, the 8811MT’s all-electric architecture allows it to independently manage both climate zones more efficiently than dual-discharge systems that are mechanically interconnected.
It also leaves a 15-inch-wide area between evaporators, enabling pallet arrangements that could boost cargo capacity by as much as 17% compared with systems that require trailers to be divided precisely down the middle, Carrier Transicold said.
The 8811MT leaves a 15-inch-wide area between evaporators, enabling pallet arrangements that could boost cargo capacity by as much as 17% compared with systems that require trailers to be divided down the middle. (Carrier Transicold)
Lynx Fleet telematics hardware is already installed, allowing fleets to monitor unit cooling and performance through one of three data plans.
“The Vector 8811MT brings the industry-leading efficiency and sustainability of our Vector trailer refrigeration platform to grocers, food distributors and other fleets that use center-wall divided trailers,” said Bill Maddox, senior manager of product management for truck trailer Americas.
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“The engine delivers a 96% reduction of particulate emissions compared to its predecessor and is lifetime CARB-compliant without exhaust gas recirculation. Whether you need compliance with stricter regulations in California or simply want to take productivity to the next level, the Vector 8811MT is a great choice for fleets with center-divide trailers,” Maddox added.
With the introduction of the 8811MT, Carrier now offers four multi-temperature trailer TRUs: the 8600MT, 8611MT, 8800MT and 8811MT.
The 8611MT is the predecessor of the 8811MT. Each is designed for trailers split lengthwise. Carrier’s latest model, however, offers lifetime compliance with CARB’s latest regulations for TRUs.
Carrier’s Vector series of TRUs also includes the 8500 single-temperature models; 1550 and 8500R rail/intermodal models; HE 19 rail/intermodal model; and 8100 trailer stationary storage option.
