MD-300

Superior quality and unbeatable reliability. The proven favorite has evolved.
 The MD-300:
Superior Quality and Reliability
With a Lower
Life Cycle Cost
High Capacity Compressor The unique exterior design allows
At the heart of the MD-300 is the individual panels to be removed and
X214 Deep Sump two cylinder replaced instead of the entire skin.
Reliability and performance
compressor, engineered specifically SMART REEFER Controller
youve come to expect, in
for R-404A. It is considered to be
an innovative new design the most efficient reciprocating
Simplified keypad
to reduce incorrect
compressor in the industry,
SMART REEFER operation of the system
delivering optimum pumping
Visible set point confirmation
industrys most and cooling capacity.
Enhanced load protection
advanced microprocessor Clean and Silent Engine Enhanced temperature
Addressing two ever-growing concerns management
Exclusive TherMax exhaust and noise emissions the Reduced operating costs
system provides MD-300 utilizes the powerful TK 370 Reduced repair and
faster defrosts, 3-cylinder liquid cooled diesel maintenance costs
Reduced downtime
superior heating capacity engine. It is the cleanest burning,
most fuel-efficient and quietest for increased revenues

Frame and exterior running engine available. Auto Phase Reversal

panels are lightweight Sound Reduction System Avoids reverse fan rotation
and corrosion resistant while on electric standby
Our new Sound Reduction System is Protects loads
offered as an option on the MD-300.
Comprehensive Two- Cycle-Sentry
Year Warranty Service Accessibility Provides fuel savings of up to 85%
Designed for rapid and full access by stopping engine when refrigeration
to the engine compartment, saving is not needed and restarting it
time and money in service operations. when refrigeration or battery
charge is needed.

Reduced
Maintenance
Maintenance is a significant These units come standard equipped
portion of the life cycle cost of with Thermo Kings exclusive
a temperature control system. EMI-2000 filter and fluids package
Thermo Kings MD-300 uses increasing service intervals and
innovative design to minimize reducing scheduled maintenance

EMI-2000
maintenance, resulting in lower costs by up to 40%.
maintenance cost. 2,000 hour oil change

Extended 12,000 hour coolant

Maintenance Interval
 The MD-300:
Key Features
and Options
Load
Protection
Data Capture &
SMART REEFER Controller
Communications
Simplified keypad to reduce
incorrect operation of the system
Visible set point confirmation DAS (Data Acquisition System)
Enhanced load protection A high performance data acquisition system
Enhanced temperature management that records temperatures, set point, operating
Reduced operating costs modes and external events.
Reduced repair and maintenance costs Data can be output to computer or printer
Reduced downtime for increased revenues Operates independently of unit controller
Auto Phase Reversal 512K memory stores over one years data
Reassures customer of total quality control
Avoids reverse fan rotation
Provides evidence of correct practice
while on electric standby
Approved to EN-12830, and IP-65 standards
Protects loads
Up to six independent sensors
Magnetic Door Switches Automatic power-up and shut-off
Minimize cargo temperature fluctuations to protect unit battery
Protect load TranScan 2
User-friendly temperature recorders for all
makes of temperature-controlled equipment
Environmental Simple data offload to PC

Protection Journey reporting printouts at the touch of a button

Trac-King
Low decibel sound A complete tracking and load monitoring
reduction system for tool at your fingertips.
quieter operation
Monitor sensitive loads via the web
Clean-burning diesel engine
Satellite and cellular options available
meets all EPA requirements
Less frequent oil/coolant
changes means less
waste generated
 Standard and
Optional Features
Standard Features
SMART REEFER Controller
Auto Phase Correction
Two-Year Warranty
EMI-2000 extended maintenance
Cycle-Sentry start/stop control system
Diesel/electric Auto-switching
Life Cycle TherMax System

Cost Factory Installed Options

DAS Data Acquisition System
Two-Year Warranty Low-Decibel Sound Reduction System
Two-year warranty on all major components Dealer Supplied Options
Reduces maintenance costs
Door Switches
(Please see our Warranty Statement)
Thermo King High Performance Battery
Extended Maintenance Interval SVC Guaranteed Maintenance Contracts
Thermo King EMI-2000 will extend your maintenance
TranScan 2 data capture
interval and reduce your operating cost by:
Reducing clean-up and disposal cost
Trac-King tracking and monitoring
Reducing environmental impact with less spillage and waste
Extending engine life with improved, efficient filtration
Reducing scheduled maintenance costs by up to 40%
Cycle-Sentry
Stops engine when refrigeration is not needed and restarts
Thermo Gard
Bronze
when refrigeration or battery charge is needed.
Fuel savings of up to 85%
Increases component life
Reduces maintenance costs
The Bronze Program from
Diesel/electric auto switching
Thermo King SVC provides
Automatically starts diesel
engine if electric standby fails you with coverage for
Manual override for inside operation interim inspections and
Protects the load automatically preventive maintenance
(without manual intervention) services for 2 years
TherMax system on truck refrigeration units.
Faster defrosts and greater heating capacity
 Save Money
and run cleaner with the
MD-300!
Life Cycle Cost Engine Emissions
Lower fuel costs, lower maintenance costs Plus, Thermo King offers superior The MD-300 features the environmentally
and higher resale values mean that a design, components, build quality and friendly TK 370 engine, which produces
Thermo King units total life cycle cost is performance, which means enhanced substantially less emissions than
actually lower than competitive products. load protection and reduced downtime, the competitors engine. Plus, youll
resulting in increased revenues. breathe easier knowing that the
TK 370 meets all known EPA
emission requirements nationwide.
Purchase Price

Fuel

Maintenance

Life Cycle Cost

(Purchase Price
+ Fuel
+ Maintenance
- Residual Value)

Thermo King Competition Thermo King Competitors

(TK 370) Engine

Expert Service
and Support are as
close as this sign.
Enjoy the support of the
Thermo King Dealer Network.

Over 200 factory-authorized service centers nationwide-

find one nearby at www.thermoking.com
Precision Control and
Optimum
Performance
Monitoring and Control
Distributing perishable cargo requires
accurate and reliable temperature control. With
Thermo Kings MD-300 SMART REEFER, you
now have the ability to maintain ideal conditions
and monitor the systems performance, thereby
reducing fuel consumption and unit downtime.
Troubleshooting is simplified - alarm codes
alert the driver to take corrective action before
a problem develops. A range of programmable
features lets the driver tailor the operating
conditions to the load.

Diagnostics
38 alarm codes
Unit self-check
Service test mode
Interface board test

Belt-driven dual evaporator fans

TherMax
Deliver superior system for faster defrosts

airflow
and superior heating capacity
An exclusive feature in all Thermo King
SMART REEFER units is the proven TherMax
The Thermo King SMART REEFER system heat and defrost system. TherMax is simply
employs two high output, belt driven fans a better way to generate more heating
that are powered by the systems diesel capacity when its needed.
engine. This creates a large volume of high
velocity air circulation throughout the entire
cargo area, providing faster box temperature
pulldowns, faster recoveries after door openings,
minimal temperature fluctuations and virtual
elimination of hot spots and short cycling.
System Performance
Refrigeration capacity: System net cooling capacity at 100F
ambient temperature and high speed engine/60 Hertz electric power MD-300
Return air to evaporator 35F 0F -20F
BTU/hr (Up to)
Capacity on engine power 18,000 12,000 7,500
Capacity on electric standby 14,500 10,500 6,800
Heating capacity
Engine power 14,000 BTU/hr
Electric power 11,500 BTU/hr
Airflow: on high speed engine operation
Airflow volume @ 0 Pa static pressure 1,600 ft3/min
Discharge Velocity (Air Throw) 26 ft/sec
Weight:
Model 30: cooling/heating on engine operation 855 lbs
Model 50: cooling/heating on engine/electric standby 904 lbs
Engine: 3 cylinder, liquid cooled
Model TK 370
Rating 12 hp
Maintenance Interval 2000 hrs
Compressor: lightweight aluminum alloy
Model TK X214
Displacement 13.9 cu. in.
Electric standby motor
Voltage / phase / cycles 230/3/60
Rating 5 hp
Refrigerant: R-404A zero Ozone Depletion Potential (ODP), internationally approved
Charge 7 lbs

Specifications
Dimensions Warranty
Inches (Millimeters) Terms of the Thermo King Warranty
are available on request from your
local Thermo King dealer. Please
65 (1651)
reference TK 50047 for the Thermo King
Self-Powered Truck unit warranty.

23 Engine Model TK 370 meets all

(584)
known EPA emission requirements
(applies to units manufactured
after December, 2005).
34 28
(863) (711)

11.5
(292) 19
9.5 (483)
(241)

12 Evaporator Width: 48
(305) (1219)
 Providing equipment and services to manage controlled-temperature environments for
food and other temperature-sensitive products, our Climate Control Technologies sector
encompasses both transport and stationary refrigeration solutions. Our product brands include
Thermo King, a world leader in transport temperature control systems, and Hussmann, a
manufacturer of refrigeration and food merchandising equipment.

www.thermoking.com www.hussmann.com www.ingersollrand.com

TK 53487-1-PL (6-06)

2006 Ingersoll-Rand Company

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