AC Unit Recommendation for 5 by 8 Trailer and Generator Size Needed

Question:

I have a 5X8 Trailer that I use for my Vending business, I am looking to put a front not a top AC unit on this trailer. What do you recommend and what size generator would I need to run this?

asked by: Frank B

Expert Reply:

For a 5 by 8 trailer you'd need an AC unit that comes with an interior vent panel and a lower BTU since it's a smaller trailer which wouldn't have as much cubic feet to cool. For that the best option is the Advent Air Command part # ACM135BCH which is a 13,500 btu unit for non-ducted applications like yours.

A ducted application would be an application that has roof ducting designed for AC units that directs the air through vents. A non-ducted application would be one like yours where there isn't ducting present and you'd need to blow the air through a vent panel in the ceiling.

The starting (or surge) wattage of this unit is 3,795 watts so you'd need a generator that can provide that like the etrailer.com generator part # 333-0005 which can provide up to 4,500 watts at start up. I attached a review video for this generator for you to check out as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C