Defense Vehicles
Vehicle Climate Control Systems
Defense Vehicles
Vehicle Climate Control Systems
Engineered to perform in extreme environments, Eberspächer climate control systems ensure reliable operation in both severe heat and freezing cold. Our advanced fuel-driven and electric HVAC solutions are designed for defense vehicles, trucks, and transporters operating in the harshest global conditions.
From desert deployments to arctic missions, our systems deliver trusted performance, durability, and efficiency.
CASE-STUDIES
OUR CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMS ARE FIELD-PROVEN FOR MISSION-CRITICAL DEPLOYMENTS WORLDWIDE.
Discover real-world applications, tailored configurations, and how our solutions meet the specific requirements of modern defense operations.
CASE: TWIN HVAC-SYSTEM WITH HIGH EMC REQUIREMENTS AND DEMANDING HEATING AND COOLING PERFORMANCE
Cabin volume: ~7 m3
Occupants: 5 persons plus driver
Ambient temperature: -21 to +49°C
Operation according to: Def-Stan 23-006 (Sect 2) & 01-5 (MODUC)
Power supply: 24 V
Requirements: Heating up to 32°C within 15 minutes & cooling down to 20°C within 20 minutes; TM/SP21 compressor
Unit: Armored defense vehicle (MRAP) with three different configurations (including light weapon systems)
Challenge: High EMC requirements and demanding heating and cooling performance, combined with very limited installation space and complex air distribution. Additional requirements for the pick-up version include fast removal of the module, including the rear evaporator.
Solution approach:
- Adaptation of the refrigerant circuit with special installations, including shut-off valves for rapid removal of the rear evaporator using quick connectors and bypass systems
- Use of modified HVAC systems to meet high EMC requirements
- Condenser (without fan) and receiver-drier
- Integration of a standard defense heater for preheating the engine and cabin
FALKON HVAC DEFENSE – EVAPORATOR
Special EMC version based on customer requirements, featuring modifications to the blower and housing (faraday cage design).
Heating capacity: 10 kW
Cooling capacity: 7.7 kW
Refrigerant: R134a / R1234yf
Airflow: 725 m3/h
Voltage: 24 V
Operating temperature range: -20 / +50°C
VK9 HVAC DEFENSE – EVAPORATOR
Special EMC version based on customer requirements, featuring modifications to the blower and housing (faraday cage design).
Heating capacity: 10 kW
Cooling capacity: 8 kW
Refrigerant: R134a / R1234yf
Airflow: 1,020 m3/h
Voltage: 24 V
Operating temperature range: -20 / +50°C
HYDRONIC M10 WATER HEATER GEN2
Hydronic M10 defense water heater for preheating the engine and cabin. Latest generation of defense water heaters available from 6 kW to 35 kW, including CAN communication.
Heating capacity: 9.5 kW
Heating medium: Water
Minimum water flow rate: 500 l/h
Voltage: 24 V
Weight: 6.2 kg
Operating temperature range: -40 / +80°C
Cold start capability verified by functional testing down to -46°C
CASE: HVAC-SYSTEM IN VERY LIMITED INSTALLATION SPACE
Cabin volume: ~10 m3
Occupants: 8 persons plus driver
Ambient temperature: -40 to +50°C
Operation: Not classified due to local regulations
Power supply: 24 V
Unit: Lightly armored and lightly armed multi-purpose defense vehicle
Challenge: Very limited installation space and customer-specific HVAC requirements. Extremely flat evaporator design. Customized air outlets. Adapted connectors and offset condensate drains. Use of special components.
Solution approach:
- Design of the complete refrigerant circuit including all components (two evaporators, compressor, condenser and receiver-drier, manual temperature controls, lines and sensors)
- Rear evaporator with customized air outlet design to meet very tight installation constraints
- Partial adaptation of standard products to specific requirements (e.g. modified thermostats)
KONDOR 14D
Blower condenser with hermetically sealed electrical connection. Multiple standard variants available.
Refrigerant: R134a / R1234yf
Capacity: 14 kW
Voltage: 24 V
Weight: 8,7 kg
Dimensions: 458 × 793 × 120 mm
Operating temperature range: -20 / +50 °C
COMPACT EVO4
Ultra-flat standard HVAC evaporator, available in additional variants (e.g. VAC or with different air outlet designs).
Heating capacity: 9.5 kW
Cooling capacity: 8.6 kW
Refrigerant: R134a / R1234yf
Airflow: 1,300 m3/h
Voltage: 24 V
Operating temperature range: -20 / +50 °C
KARTEL
Standard HVAC evaporator with a particularly compact design, available in further variants.
Heating capacity: 6.1 kW
Cooling capacity: 4.5 kW
Refrigerant: R134a / R1234yf
Airflow: 370 m3/h
Voltage: 24 V
Operating temperature range: -20 / +50 °C
KOMPRESSOR
Belt-driven standard compressor. Wide range of compressors available (belt-driven, hydraulic and electric).
Refrigerant: R134a
Capacity: 9 kW
Controller voltage: 24 V
Displacement: 55
Weight: 8 kg
Dimensions: 124 × 211 × 132 mm
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