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5-ton central heat pump · ACHIEVER SERIES

Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N

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

Ranks #94 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
11.7 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 43%
Heat at 5°F
- Not reported by the maker

A good fit if…

  • You want a choice of indoor units - 20 certified pairings.

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.

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Details

Specifications5 ton, R-454B
General
BrandRuud
Also sold asRheem
Outdoor unit modelRP14AY60AJ2N
SeriesACHIEVER SERIES
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size5 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerTwo-stage
RefrigerantR-454B
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceMarch 22, 2024
Last certifiedNovember 11, 2024
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better15.2 (range 15.2)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7
Cooling capacity55,500-57,000 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better7.8
Capacity at 47°F55,000-56,500 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F33,800-36,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F-
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater-
ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
Heating output as it gets colder

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with RCFY6021STAAM at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups20 indoor units

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

Indoor unitFurnaceSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
RCFY6021STAAMR802V1005A21UH15.211.77.8-214590657
RCFY6021STAAMR802V1005A21UH15.211.77.8-214590664
RCFY6021STAAMR801V1005A21UHS15.211.77.8-214590598
RCFY6021STAAMR801V1005A21UHS15.211.77.8-214590600
RCFY6021STAAMR801V1005A21UHN15.211.77.8-214590615
RCFY6021STAAMR801V1005A21UHN15.211.77.8-214590619
RCFY6024STANMR801V1255A24UH15.211.77.8-214594606
RCFY6024STANMR801V1255A24UH15.211.77.8-214594619
RCFY6024STANMR802V1005A21UH15.211.77.8-214594629
RCFY6024STANMR802V1005A21UH15.211.77.8-214594639
RCFY6024STANMR801V1005A21UHN15.211.77.8-214594679
RCFY6024STANMR801V1005A21UHS15.211.77.8-214594687
RCFY6024STANMR802V1255A24UH15.211.77.8-214594702
RCFY6024STANMR801V1005A21UHN15.211.77.8-214594704
RCFY6024STANMR802V1255A24UH15.211.77.8-214594718
RCFY6024STANMR801V1005A21UHS15.211.77.8-214594749
RH2TY6024STANN-15.211.77.8-214803216
RH2TY6024STANN-15.211.77.8-214803217
RH2VY6024STACN-15.211.77.8-216030701
RH2VY6024STACN-15.211.77.8-216030702
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.

Questions5
What is the SEER2 rating of the Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N?
The Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N is rated at up to 15.2 SEER2 and 11.7 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 Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N 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 Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N 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.
Which indoor units work with the Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N?
ENERGY STAR lists 20 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use RCFY6021STAAM, RCFY6024STANM, RH2TY6024STANN.
What refrigerant does the Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N 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
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2. The heat pump Ruud RP14AY60AJ2N
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 November 11, 2024. How we use the data.