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18,000 BTU mini-split heat pump · A series

AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W

Below average cooling efficiency and average heating efficiency for a 18,000 BTU mini-split heat pump, and certified for cold climates.

Ranks #372 of 465 18,000 BTU mini-splits for cooling efficiency, and costs about $462 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
20.5 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 24%
HSPF2
10.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Average · beats 61%
EER2
12.5 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 44%
Heat at 5°F
17,700 BTU/h67% of its 47°F output
Very good · beats 74%

A good fit if…

  • Your winters get properly cold - it is ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified, with 17,700 BTU/h at 5°F.
  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.

Think twice if…

  • Cooling cost matters most - its SEER2 is below average for mini-splits.
  • You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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Details

Specifications18,000 BTU, R-410A
General
BrandAC Pro
Outdoor unit modelAOX430-17HFN1-MT0W
SeriesA series
TypeMini-split heat pump
Nominal size18,000 BTU
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-410A
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceOctober 1, 2022
Last certifiedApril 17, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better20.5 (range 18.0-20.5)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7-12.5
Cooling capacity16,000-17,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better9.5-10.5
Capacity at 47°F19,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F12,000-15,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F12,700-17,700 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.85-2.16
ENERGY STAR cold climateYes
Heating output as it gets colder67% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with ACCA3U-18HRFN1-M at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups2 indoor units

The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

Indoor unitSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
ACCA3U-18HRFN1-M AC PRO20.512.510.512,700217284652
ATIU-18HWFN1-M AC PRO · cold climate18.011.79.517,700217284655
Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$391-$1,124

At each state's average electricity price and the city's typical heating and cooling hours.

Questions5
What is the SEER2 rating of the AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W?
The AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W is rated at up to 20.5 SEER2 and 12.5 EER2 for cooling and up to 10.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 2 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 18.0-20.5.
Is the AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W good for cold climates?
Yes. At least one certified matchup meets the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria, delivering up to 17,700 BTU/h at 5°F with a COP of 2.16, so it is still 2.2 times as efficient as electric resistance heat at that temperature.
How much does the AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $391-$1,124 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $493 in Phoenix and $947 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Which indoor units work with the AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W?
ENERGY STAR lists 2 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use AC PRO ACCA3U-18HRFN1-M, AC PRO ATIU-18HWFN1-M.
What refrigerant does the AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W use?
It uses R-410A. R-410A is being phased down under the EPA AIM Act, and new systems are moving to R-454B and R-32.

Running cost and savings

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Heat pump $495/yrYou save $415/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump AC Pro AOX430-17HFN1-MT0W
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$495
Current system, per year
$909
You save per year
$415
Payback
15.7 years
Net after 10 years
-$2,353

Cooling $292Heating $203Electricity used: 3,091 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $208

Estimates use the unit's rated SEER2 and HSPF2, full-load hours derived from NOAA 1991-2020 degree days, average residential electricity prices from the U.S. EIA (12 months to July 2026) and fuel prices from EIA (2025 for natural gas, week of 2026-10-05 for propane and heating oil). Very cold days that need backup heat are not modelled. Federal minimum for comparison: 14.3 SEER2 / 7.5 HSPF2.

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Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), certification of April 17, 2026. How we use the data.