Thermo King T-90 Series
T-890 & T-890 MAX
Thermo King's next generation reefer unit for straight trucks.
Why the T-890 & T-890 MAX
Up to 35 percent more capacity
Improved coil designs and optimized engine management, along with other improvements, deliver an increased capacity of up to 35 percent.
2,000-hour maintenance interval
With an extended maintenance interval of 2,000 hours, the longest in the industry, downtime and costs are minimized.
Save fuel with electric standby
The SmartPower electric standby option runs the unit on electric power when stationary and can save up to 75 percent on fuel costs.
Faster to temperature with QuickTemp
In laboratory application tests versus the competition, QuickTemp delivered initial pull-down and recovery rates up to 30 percent faster.
Pre-set profiles for your cargo
OptiSet Plus ensures that temperatures are optimized and personalized with pre-set profiles for your cargo.
Premium HMI and built-in telematics
Standard Premium HMI brings an improved user interface, diagnostic capabilities and ease of use, with telematics hardware built in.
Overview
- Up to25,000BTU/hrT-890: cooling at 35°F on engine power
- Up to27,000BTU/hrT-890 MAX: cooling at 35°F on engine power
- 2,000hoursMaintenance interval, the longest in the industry
- Up to75%Off fuel costs with SmartPower electric standby
The T-890 and T-890 MAX are self-powered, diesel refrigeration units for straight trucks, two of the eight models in Thermo King's T-90 Series. Both mount on the front of the cargo box. MAX adds larger coils and heat exchangers, optimized compressor and engine speeds, and a sound-reduction kit.
Sized for straight trucks.
What Thermo King built into the T-90 Series, from the coils to the controller.
More capacity.
Thermo King redesigned the coils and the engine management for the T-90 Series, for up to 35 percent more capacity. The T-890 and T-890 MAX run the X-430 reciprocating compressor, which Thermo King designs and builds.
- The T-890 MAX adds larger coils and heat exchangers, optimized compressor and engine speeds, and a sound-reduction kit
- Faster pull-down, faster recovery after door openings, less fuel burned and fewer engine run hours
2,000 hours between services.
The maintenance interval for the T-890 and T-890 MAX is 2,000 hours, the longest in the industry. Longer intervals cut downtime and costs.
Plug in when you're parked.
With the SmartPower electric standby option, the unit runs on electric power while the truck is stationary. That saves fuel, reduces engine wear and decreases emissions. It can cut fuel costs by up to 75%.
- SmartPower in 230V and 460V versions
- Standby motor rated 9 hp
- Electric heat, on SmartPower units only
Faster to temperature.
The T-90's controller uses Thermo King's QuickTemp technology. In laboratory application tests against the competition, T-90 units pulled down and recovered up to 30 percent faster, used up to 35 percent less fuel and ran the engine up to 25 percent less.
A controller made for drivers.
The premium HMI is standard on every T-90, and Thermo King telematics hardware comes built in.
Built for the road.
- Premium HMIStandard on the T-90 Series: an improved user interface, diagnostic capabilities and ease of use
- SR control systemQuickTemp technology, Cycle-Sentry mode, Fuel Saver II and electronic door switches all add to fuel savings
- OptiSet PlusPre-set temperature profiles for your cargo, which your shop can pre-load for your operation
- Telematics hardwareBuilt in, and it opens the door to TracKing Cellular
- USB service connectivityEasier diagnostics and flash loading of system settings
- Precision Temp ControlAn option on the T-890 and T-890 MAX. In testing, it held temperatures within +/- 5 degrees F (+/- 3 degrees C) for the majority of applications, and normally within +/- 1 degree F (+/- 0.6 degree C) with a properly insulated box
- Whisper noise reductionReduces unit noise to minimize your impact on neighbors during deliveries
- Arctic packageSnow covers, synthetic oil and a block heater for cold, snowy starts
- Monitor packageTouchPrint Premium with two temperature sensors, a remote status light and a wired door switch
- Premium packagePTC, a top screen cover and synthetic oil
- ThermoLite solar panels40-watt and 110-watt versions; the 110-watt panel can keep a lift gate working all day
Compare the T-890.
Side by side with another large-truck unit, with only the differences showing.
Every truck unit side by sideUnit specs
Specs for the T-890 and T-890 MAX, with their test conditions.
Refrigeration capacity: engine power (BTU/hr, up to)
| Return air to evaporator | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| 35°F | 25,000 | 27,000 |
| 0°F | 17,000 | 18,000 |
| -20°F | 11,000 | 11,500 |
System net cooling capacity at 100°F ambient temperature and high speed engine/60 Hertz electric power. Each figure is an "up to" rating, in BTU/hr.
Refrigeration capacity: electric power (BTU/hr, up to)
| Return air to evaporator | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| 35°F | 21,000 | 22,500 |
| 0°F | 12,500 | 13,500 |
| -20°F | 8,000 | 8,500 |
System net cooling capacity at 100°F ambient temperature and high speed engine/60 Hertz electric power. Each figure is an "up to" rating, in BTU/hr. Electric figures apply to units with the SmartPower electric standby option.
Heating capacity (35°F/0°F ambient)
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Engine power (BTU/hr) | 10,500 | 14,000 |
| Electric power (BTU/hr) | 10,500 | 10,500 |
Heating is rated at 0°F ambient.
Airflow: on high speed engine operation
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Airflow volume @ 0 Pa static pressure | 1,700 ft³/min | 1,700 ft³/min |
Weight (condensing unit)
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Standard: cooling/heating on engine operation | 990 lbs | 1,027 lbs |
| With SmartPower electric standby: cooling/heating on engine/electric standby | 1,099 lbs | 1,136 lbs |
Engine: 3 cylinder, liquid cooled
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Model | TK 374 | TK 374 |
| Rating | 14.6 hp | 14.6 hp |
| Maintenance interval | 2000 hrs | 2000 hrs |
All T-90 Series units meet 2013 EPA Tier 4 final requirements, including NTE (Not to Exceed) and Altitude.
Compressor: lightweight aluminum alloy
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Model | X-430 | X-430 |
| Displacement | 30 cu. in. | 30 cu. in. |
Electric standby motor (option 1)
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage / phase / cycles | 200 - 230 / 3 / 60 | 200 - 230 / 3 / 60 |
| Rating | 9 hp | 9 hp |
Electric standby motor (option 2)
| Specification | T-890 | T-890 MAX |
|---|---|---|
| Voltage / phase / cycles | 460 / 3 / 60 | 460 / 3 / 60 |
| Rating | 9 hp | 9 hp |
Refrigerant
| Type | R-452A, zero ozone depletion potential (ODP), internationally approved |
|---|
Options
- Rear Remote Control (Flushmount)
- Body Mount Enclosure for HMI
- Remote Status Indicator Light
- Remote Service Watch Port (USB)
- Precision Temp Control
- SmartPower - 200V to 230V/3Ph/50-60Hz
- SmartPower - 460V/3Ph/60Hz
- Battery Box
- Heat (electric - SmartPower units only)
- Engine Block Heater
- Fuel Tank (30 gallon aluminum side fill)
- Oil Drain - Quick Disconnect
- Synthetic Oil
- TouchPrint Premium W/2 Temp Sensors
- Door Switch
- 40W Solar Panel
- 110W Solar Panel
- Snow Cover + Top Screen
- Whisper™ Sound Kit
- Evap Side Screens
- Hose Management Channel
- Arctic Package
- Monitor Package
- Premium Package
Standard on every model
- StandardPremium HMI · integrated ConnectedSuite telematics hardware · OptiSet Plus · 2,000-hour maintenance interval
- ModelsModel 30: cooling and hot gas heating on engine operation · Model 50 (SmartPower): adds electric standby operation
Resources
Spec sheets, brochures and manuals for the T-890 and T-890 MAX. Each opens on thermoking.com.
Every spec sheet and manual- BrochureT-90 Series brochurePDF · 5.1 MB · TK 56769-1-PLOpen T-90 Series brochure (PDF, opens in a new tab)
- Operator's manualT-90 Series single-temperature operator's manual, basic HMIPDF · 6.9 MB · TK 56703-1-OP-ENOpen T-90 Series single-temperature operator's manual, basic HMI (PDF, opens in a new tab)
Keep it running.
The service, parts and plans behind every unit TKSE sells.
Service Factory-trained technicians at seven shops, and mobile service trucks that come to the unit.
Parts Every TKSE shop has a parts department with genuine Thermo King parts.
Guaranteed Maintenance Thermo King's fixed-cost agreement for planned and unscheduled maintenance and breakdown repairs. Your shop sets it up.
Get a quote on the T-890 & T-890 MAX.
Tell us what you need and pick your shop. Or call and talk it through.
- Seven shops in Florida, Georgia and Mississippi.
- Factory-trained technicians, with ongoing training.
- A parts department at every shop.
- Service trucks that come to the unit.
Questions
About the T-890 and T-890 MAX. Anything else, call your shop.
Which T-90 unit fits my truck?
What does MAX add?
Larger coils and heat exchangers, optimized compressor and engine speeds, and a sound-reduction kit. At 35°F on engine power the T-890 MAX is rated at 27,000 BTU/hr, against 25,000 for the T-890.
Can it run on shore power?
Yes, with the SmartPower electric standby option, in 230V and 460V versions. On electric power at 35°F, the T-890 is rated at 21,000 BTU/hr and the T-890 MAX at 22,500.
How often does it need service?
The maintenance interval for the T-890 and T-890 MAX is 2,000 hours.
Is there a multi-temp T-90?
Yes, the T-1090 Spectrum. It uses remote evaporators in up to three individual compartments.
What refrigerant does it use?
R-452A. Thermo King made R452A standard on its North American single and multi-temperature truck units starting December 2022.
Does Thermo King's Extended Warranty cover it?
Thermo King's Extended Warranty covers the T-90 Diesel Truck Series, with full-unit and major-component options. Ask your shop for the terms.
Who services it?
TKSE's factory-trained technicians, in its shops and on its mobile service trucks.
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