Vector™ 8500 Trailer Refrigeration Unit

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)

Brochure

Vector 8500 Published Date: 1/27/2023
Vector Series Published Date: 7/6/2022