SG-5000 Series

A rich combination of performance, low operational costs, and no-compromise load protection

Manufactured in the USA, the Thermo King SG-5000 is a powerful generator equipped with both a highly reliable and efficient power source, this premium genset is also full life CARB compliant. Available in both clip-on and undermount formats, the SG-5000 is designed to power all ISO reefers on the market.

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As a premier model within the marine generator set series, the Thermo King SG-5000 offers low total operational costs and load protection.

Temperature-sensitive cargo requires independently powered units that keep running whatever conditions, temperatures, or delays they have to contend with. Units that support a sustainable operation, and offer the precise temperature controls needed to avoid spoilage or thermal damage – while also safeguarding product quality.

Manufactured in the USA, the Thermo King SG-5000 is a powerful generator set for marine reefers that offers a rich mix of performance, low running costs, and no-compromise load protection.

Benefitting from a highly reliable and efficient power source, this premium genset is also full life CARB compliant. Available in both clip-on and undermount formats, the SG-5000 is designed to power all ISO reefers on the market.

Product Features

PROVEN PERFORMANCE & RELIABILITY

Featuring a proven ultra-powerful engine and high specification generator, the SG-5000 can be uniquely trusted to deliver certainty of operation.

The SG-5000 incorporates a large diameter alternator with reinforced bearings and high specification rotating diodes.
In addition, there’s an engine-driven coolant fan and premium corrosion protection to ensure fail-safe operations 24/7.

LIFELONG COMPLIANCE

Reducing emissions throughout the cold chain is an important and worthwhile objective. The challenge comes from ensuring all units meet local and regional standards.

With the SG-5000, you have a genset that is CARB compliant for the lifetime of the product.
Maintain full EPA Tier 4 compliance standards for off-highway diesel engines which are amongst the strictest emissions requirements listed by the Environmental Protection Agency.

MAXIMIZE EFFICIENCY

Total cost of ownership starts with the value of lifetime compliance which removes the need to relocate older units for potential non-compliance

With clip-on and undermount options, the SG-5000 can connect to any reefer your fleet possesses and offers maximum operational flexibility.
From accessing alarms to monitoring temperatures, the genset offers easy-to-use intelligent interfaces and intuitive management capabilities.

ENGINE TYPE	High Pressure Common Rail (cast iron)
POWER	22kw – delivering 15kw as per ISO standards, with additional power for use in extreme conditions to provide extra load protection
POWER ADVANTAGE OVER COMPETITION	16%
OPERATIONAL DURATION	25,000 hours (with normal maintenance)
TESTED TO WORK	-40°C and 50°C, and up to 3,000 meters altitude
AUTO RESTART	to provide maximum load protection
HIGH TORQUE ADVANTAGE	ensures energy is consistently available under any load conditions
SIMPLIFIED MAINTENANCE	no turbocharger or related components
WATER SEPARATION SYSTEM	reduces the risk of water returning to the fuel tanks
IMPROVED FUEL FILTRATION	delivers a 10x improvement in fuel quality to injectors

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