HVAC Rated

3-ton central heat pump · XV17

Trane 4TWV7X36A1

Average cooling efficiency and below average heating efficiency for a 3-ton central heat pump, but not rated for cold climates.

Ranks #147 of 302 3 ton central heat pumps for cooling efficiency, and costs about $1,023 a year to run in a mixed climate like Atlanta.

SEER2
17.1 Cooling efficiency over a season
Average · beats 53%
HSPF2
8.5 Heating efficiency over a season
Below average · beats 38%
EER2
12.0 Cooling efficiency on a 95°F day
Average · beats 64%
Heat at 5°F
21,000 BTU/h70% of its 47°F output
Below average · beats 20%

A good fit if…

  • You want steady temperatures and quiet running - the compressor varies its speed.
  • You want a choice of indoor units - 144 certified pairings.

Think twice if…

  • You often see nights below 0°F - it is not cold-climate certified.
  • You mainly need heat - its HSPF2 is below average for central heat pumps.
  • You want the newest refrigerant - it uses R-410A, which is being phased down.

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Details

Specifications3 ton, R-410A
General
BrandTrane
Also sold asAmerican Standard
Outdoor unit model4TWV7X36A1
SeriesXV17
TypeCentral heat pump
Nominal size3 ton
CompressorVariable-speed units run longer at low powerContinuously variable
RefrigerantR-410A
Connected (smart) capableNo
On the market sinceApril 25, 2023
Last certifiedJuly 9, 2025
Cooling
SEER2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better17.1 (range 17.0-17.1)
EER2Efficiency at 95°F outdoors11.7-12.0
Cooling capacity33,600-35,600 BTU/h
Heating
HSPF2Seasonal efficiency, higher is better7.8-8.5
Capacity at 47°F29,000-36,000 BTU/h
Capacity at 17°F25,200-26,800 BTU/h
Capacity at 5°F19,800-21,000 BTU/h
COP at 5°F2.0 = twice as efficient as a space heater1.60-1.90
ENERGY STAR cold climateNo
Heating output as it gets colder70% kept at 5°F

Every heat pump delivers less heat as the outdoor temperature drops. Certified output of its matchup with TAMXB0B30V31 at the standard test temperatures, in BTU/h:

Certified matchups144 indoor units

The same outdoor unit scores differently with each indoor unit and furnace. The 60 highest-rated of 144 are shown. Ask your installer for the AHRI reference number of the exact system you are quoted.

Indoor unitFurnaceSEER2EER2HSPF2Heat @5°FAHRI ref.
TAMXB0B30V31-17.112.08.520,400212391468
TAMXB0C36V31-17.112.08.520,000212391308
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B060U3VSB+LRP17.112.08.520,600213826569
4TXCC007DS3S9V2C100U4VSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826603
4TXCC007DS3S9V2C100U4VSA+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826601
4PX*CU42BS3S9V2C100U4VSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826523
4PX*CU42BS3S9V2C100U4VSA+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826525
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B040U3PSC+LRP17.112.08.521,000213826551
4TXCB006DS3*UHMB060CCV3+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826553
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B080U4VSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826557
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B080U4VSA+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826559
4TXCB006DS3*UHMB060ACV3+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826555
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B080U4PSC+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826561
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B080U4PSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826563
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B060U4PSC+LRP17.112.08.520,600213826565
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B060U4PSB+LRP17.112.08.520,600213826567
4PX*CU42BS3S9V2C080U5PSC+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826527
4PX*CU42BS3*UHMC100ACV4+LRP17.112.08.520,200213826529
4PX*CU42BS3*UHMC100CCV4+LRP17.112.08.520,200213826531
4PX*CU42BS3S9V2C080U5PSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826533
4PX*CU48BS3S9V2C100U4VSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826535
4PX*CU48BS3S9V2C080U5PSC+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826539
4PX*CU48BS3S9V2C100U4VSA+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826537
4PX*CU48BS3S9V2C080U5PSB+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826541
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B060U3VSA+LRP17.112.08.520,600213826571
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B040U3VSB+LRP17.112.08.521,000213826573
4TXCB006DS3*UHMB080CCV3+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826575
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B040U3PSB+LRP17.112.08.521,000213826583
4TXCB006DS3L8V1B080U4VSB+LRP17.112.08.520,600213826581
4TXCB006DS3*UHMB080ACV3+LRP17.112.08.520,400213826585
4TXCB006DS3S9V2B040U3VSA+LRP17.112.08.521,000213826587
TEM8A0C36V31+TDR+LRP-17.112.08.520,400214671722
TEM8A0C42V41+TDR+LRP-17.112.08.520,400214671728
4PX*CU36BS3S8V2C080M5PDA17.111.78.220,200212391326
4PX*CU36BS3S8V2C100M5PCA17.111.78.220,400212391327
4PX*CU36BS3S8V2C100M5PDA17.111.78.220,400212391325
4PX*CU36BS3S8V2C080M5PCA17.111.78.220,200212391328
4PX*CU42BS3S8V2C100M5PDA17.112.08.220,400212391329
4PX*CU42BS3S8V2C080M5PDA17.112.08.220,400212391331
4PX*CU42BS3S8V2C080M5PCA17.112.08.220,400212391330
4PX*CU42BS3S8V2C100M5PCA17.112.08.220,400212391332
4PX*CU48BS3S8V2C080M5PDA17.112.08.220,200212391333
4PX*CU48BS3S8V2C100M5PCA17.112.08.220,400212391334
4PX*CU48BS3S8V2C100M5PDA17.112.08.220,400212391335
4PX*CU48BS3S8V2C080M5PCA17.112.08.220,200212391336
4TXCB006DS3S8V2B060M4PCA17.112.08.220,600212391338
4TXCB006DS3S8V2B060M4PDA17.112.08.220,600212391339
4TXCB006DS3S8V2B080M4PCA17.112.08.220,800212391340
4TXCB006DS3S8V2B080M4PDA17.112.08.220,800212391342
4TXCC005DS3S8V2C080M5PDA17.111.78.220,200212391343
4TXCC005DS3S8V2C100M5PDA17.111.78.220,400212391344
4TXCC005DS3S8V2C100M5PCA17.111.78.220,400212391345
4TXCC005DS3S8V2C080M5PCA17.111.78.220,200212391346
4TXCB004DS3*UHMB080CCV3+LRP17.111.78.220,400213826543
4PX*BU36BS3*UHMB060ACV3+LRP17.111.78.220,400213826453
4PX*BU36BS3*UHMB060CCV3+LRP17.111.78.220,400213826455
4PX*BU36BS3*UHMB080ACV3+LRP17.111.78.220,400213826457
4PX*BU36BS3*UHMB080CCV3+LRP17.111.78.220,400213826459
4TXCC005DS3S9V2C080U5PSC+LRP17.111.78.220,400213826597
4TXCC005DS3S9V2C100U4VSB+LRP17.111.78.220,200213826599
Same unit, other model numbers1

These model numbers have exactly the same certified ratings and matchups as the Trane 4TWV7X36A1: 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$965-$2,406

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

Questions6
What is the SEER2 rating of the Trane 4TWV7X36A1?
The Trane 4TWV7X36A1 is rated at up to 17.1 SEER2 and 12.0 EER2 for cooling and up to 8.5 HSPF2 for heating. The exact figure depends on the indoor unit it is paired with; across its 144 certified matchups SEER2 ranges from 17.0-17.1.
Is the Trane 4TWV7X36A1 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 3-ton model.
How much does the Trane 4TWV7X36A1 cost to run per year?
At its rated efficiency it costs about $965-$2,406 a year in electricity in large U.S. cities, depending on climate and local rates - for example $1,165 in Phoenix and $1,992 in Minneapolis. The calculator on this page works it out for your city and compares it with your current system.
Is the Trane 4TWV7X36A1 the same as the American Standard 4A6V7X36A1?
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 Trane 4TWV7X36A1?
ENERGY STAR lists 144 certified combinations for this outdoor unit. The highest-rated ones use TAMXB0B30V31, TAMXB0C36V31, 4TXCB006DS3.
What refrigerant does the Trane 4TWV7X36A1 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 $1,144/yrYou save $616/yrSee details ↓
1. Where you live
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2. The heat pump Trane 4TWV7X36A1
3. What it replaces
4. Price replace the example with your quote
Heat pump, per year
$1,144
Current system, per year
$1,759
You save per year
$616
Payback
21.1 years
Net after 10 years
-$6,842

Cooling $725Heating $419Electricity used: 7,147 kWhSaved vs. a minimum-efficiency heat pump: $198

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 9, 2025. How we use the data.