HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)

HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R with Electric Standby (580)

2018 Hyundai Translead Reefer Trailer

General Specifications 

  • Length: 53′ 0″
  • Exterior Width: 102.36 inches
  • Exterior Height: 13′ 6″
  • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating): 68,000 lbs
  • Floor Rating: 18,000 lbs (AIAG)- Flat Floor

Body and Chassis Features

  • Side Sheets: Flat 0.04″ pre-painted white aluminum side sheet.
  • Side Posts: Extruded aluminum “Z” side posts on 12″ centers nose through support gear and 24″ centers support gear to rear of trailer.
  • Roof: One piece, 0.03″ thick aluminum, tension leveled prior to installation. Special corrugated roof sheet design allows roof to expand and contract without foam delamination or structural weakening of roof.
  • Roof Bows: Extruded aluminum I-beam on 32″ centers pre-bonded to roof sheet.
  • Front Wall: Stainless steel front impact plate and pre-painted 0.04″ white aluminum sheets with 6″ radius. Large opening refrigeration unit bracing.
  • Rear Frame: Stainless steel rear frame including corner posts, hinge butts, door header, and rear sill. Stop/tail/turn signals are fully recessed in the rear sill. Hot-dipped galvanized high-tensile steel bolt-on under-ride protection.
  • Rear Doors: Advanced option roll door
  • Insulation: Injection foamed urethane insulation. Sides, floor and roofing 2″ thick. Rear door 3″ thick. Front wall 4″ thick
  • Refrigeration: Heavy-duty mounting frame and bracing provided for large opening nose mounted unit

Carrier Vector™ 8500R

Key Features & Specifications

  • Engine: Kubota 2.2L V2203L smart diesel engine, 24.4 HP at 1,800 RPM. 
  • Refrigeration System: Diesel-electric system with a fully hermetic electric scroll compressor and R-452A refrigerant. 
  • Cooling Capacity:
    • 60,000 BTU/hr at 35°F evaporator return air. 
    • 35,000 BTU/hr at 0°F evaporator return air. 
    • 24,000 BTU/hr at -20°F evaporator return air. 
  • Evaporator Airflow: 3,100 cfm (5,270 m³/hr). 
  • Generator: Direct-driven, high-output 21 kVA generator. 
  • Electric Standby: Standard feature for fuel-free, quiet, and emissions-free operation when connected to an external power source. 
  • Controls: APX™ Control System with a multilingual graphical display and IntelliSet™ with ProductShield™ Information dashboard
  • Telematics: Standard with Lynx Fleet™ telematics platform for remote monitoring and control. 
  • Dimensions:
    • Condenser: 76.4″ x 85.7″ x 22.8″. 
    • Evaporator: 66.3″ x 45.2″ x 8.2″. 
  • Weight: Approximately 1,810 lb (820 kg) including electric standby. 

Benefits of the Vector 8500R

Environmental Compliance:The Tier 4 Final engine and smart features help meet emissions regulations. 

High Reliability:The all-electric system has a refined and proven architecture with fewer moving parts. 

Lower Life Cycle Cost:Reduced maintenance requirements lead to greater reliability and less downtime. 

Fuel Savings:Intelligent operation and electric standby help conserve fuel and reduce operating costs. 


  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)
  • HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD Carrier Vector™ 8500R (580)