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5-ton central heat pump · MAINLINE 16 SEER2 HP

Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA

Below average cooling and heating efficiency for a 5-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #89 of 100 5 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,914 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
15.2 Cooling efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 6%
HSPF2
7.8 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 5%
EER2
12.5 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Very good · beats 80%
Heat at 5°F
28,400 BTU/h51% of its 47°F output
Very good · beats 71%

A good fit if…

  • You want a certified 5-ton central heat pump at a typical efficiency level.

Think twice if…

  • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
  • Cooling cost matters most - its SEER2 is below average for central heat pumps.
  • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for central heat pumps.
  • Comfort and noise matter - a single-stage compressor runs only full-on or off.

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Details

Specifications5 ton, R-454B
General
BrandHeil
Also sold asAirquest, Arcoaire, Comfortmaker, Day & Night, Keeprite
Outdoor unit modelH5H6S60*K*AAA
SeriesMAINLINE 16 SEER2 HP
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size5 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerSingle stage
RefrigerantR-454B
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceJanuary 1, 2024
Last certifiedJuly 16, 2026
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better15.2 (range 15.2)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors12.5
Cooling capacity57,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better7.8
Capacity at 47°F55,500 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F35,400 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F28,400 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater2.18
ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
Heating output as it gets colder51% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with FTMA5B60L0D at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups3 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.
FTMA5B60L0D15.212.57.828,400214602003
FTMA5B60L0D15.212.57.828,400214602004
FTMA5B60L0D15.212.57.828,400214602005
Same unit, other model numbers1

These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA: the same equipment under another brand, or a variant code for voltage, colour or market. Everything on this page applies to them.

Yearly running cost in 10 large cities$1,760-$4,536

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

Questions6
What is the SEER2 rating of the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA?
The Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA is rated at up to 15.2 SEER2 and 12.5 EER2 for cooling and up to 7.8 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with.
Is the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA good for cold climates?
It is not cold-climate certified: none of its matchups meet the ENERGY STAR cold-climate criteria (a COP of at least 1.75 at 5°F among other limits). In places with frequent sub-zero nights, pick a cold-climate 5-ton model.
How much does the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $1,760-$4,536 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $2,146 in Phoenix and $3,772 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Is the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA the same as the Comfortmaker C5H6S60*K*AAA?
Yes, as far as the certified ratings go. ENERGY STAR lists both model numbers with identical efficiency, capacity and matchups, which means the same outdoor unit sold under a different brand or with a minor variant code (voltage, colour or region). The full list is on this page.
Which indoor units work with the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA?
ENERGY STAR lists 3 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated one uses FTMA5B60L0D.
What refrigerant does the Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA use?
It uses R-454B.

Running cost and savings

Pre-filled with this model. Pick your city and what you heat with today; everything else is optional.

Heat pump $2,117/yrYou save $798/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
Adjust heating and cooling hours

Filled in from your city's climate. Change them if you run the system much more or less than usual.

2. The heat pump Heil H5H6S60*K*AAA
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$2,117
Current system, per year
$2,915
You save per year
$798
Payback
27.0 years
Net after 10 years
-$13,524

Cooling $1,320Heating $797Electricity used: 13,231 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $115

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 July 16, 2026. How we use the data.