Thermo King is ramping up production of its new all-electric refrigeration units for vans and LCVs.

The new units deliver more payload capacity in a lightweight, all-electric design for urban delivery fleets

The compact E-100e, E-200e and E-200e Spectrum units are engineered to meet the evolving demands of modern last-mile deliveries in vans and light commercial vehicles up to 12m3.

The new models, part of the all-electric E-Series portfolio, deliver more payload capacity in a lightweight, all-electric design for urban delivery fleets.

The new single- and multi-temperature models give up to 20% lower energy consumption, up to 50% more heating capacity, and are up to 32% lighter than previous generations. The units are also robust and space-efficient and include integrated telematics connectivity with a 12-month subscription as standard. Smart controls optimise energy use and minimise impact on the battery-electric vehicle’s driving range.

Graham Wells, product manager small truck at Thermo King for Europe, Middle East and Africa, said: “We understand how critical it is to balance performance, efficiency and sustainability, especially as last-mile delivery becomes more demanding.

“With the new E-Series, we are raising the bar for efficiency, sustainability, and ease of installation. Simplified on the inside, these units are engineered for reliable temperature control, maximised uptime with minimal environmental impact and operational costs. Their lightweight design helps maximise payload, while integrated technology and zero direct emissions support the transition to sustainable, electrified and decarbonised last-mile.”

Key benefits include flexibility to fit any application. The units are suitable for BEV or engine-driven (ICE) vehicles up to 3.5 tonnes, and for roof, nose, front pod, and rear pod mounting options.

The units connect to either the low-voltage (12V) e-PTO of the BEV, or to a vehicle-to-load (V2L) connection on BEVs with onboard inverter functionality delivering performance with minimal impact on vehicle range.

The integrated inverter technology saves energy and improves temperature accuracy – delivering up to 20% better coefficient of performance (COP).

Meanwhile, the new heat pump architecture with reverse cycle technology delivers powerful cooling, heating and defrosting. Heating capacity is increased by 40% for the E-100e and 50% for the E-200e.

Integrated telematics is included as standard for built-in connectivity.