Rail Refrigeration
Advancer S-DRC
NewComing soon: Bigger impact, slim profile
The Advancer S-DRC is a slimline transport refrigeration unit built on Thermo King’s proven S-Series engine platform, meeting new CARB ULETRU requirements with improved performance, boosted connectivity, and increased operational efficiency.

Advancer S-DRC: Moving the legacy forward
The Advancer S-DRC was built for sustainability: leveraging the S-Series engine, it delivers best-in-class emission improvements over the previous generation, 42% reduction of nitric oxide, 85% reduction of carbon monoxide, & 94% reduction of particulate matter. Plus, it meets current regulations and is compliant in all 50 states.
The Precedent S-Series engine has seen the better part of a decade in transport refrigeration service and all the reliability improvements that come with it. Dual stage fuel filtration and reliability tweaks have made this a proven, reliable platform for the Advancer S-DRC.
The same slimline profile as its predecessor, the SLXi, Advancer S-DRC allows for competitive 15-pallet capacity and enables smooth transition to over-the-road, to simplify cross-docking operations.
Equipped with solar panels to keep your telematics running, Group 31 batteries for longevity, and easier access to service components, the Advancer S-DRC keeps service at the forefront of its operation.
4G access and 24 complimentary months of Thermo King’s telematics capabilities make it easier than ever to access predictive analytics and monitor, configure, and optimize your unit. The new Synergy controller is built with an updated on-unit digital interface and new control hardware + software for tighter temperature control and over-the-air updates to keep your unit running with the latest software.
Benefits
Sustainability
Leveraging the S-Series engine, the Advancer S-DRC delivers best-in-class emission improvements over the previous generation, including a 42% reduction of nitric oxide, 85% reduction of carbon monoxide, and 94% reduction of particulate matter. It meets current regulations and is compliant in all 50 states.
Unyielding engine power
The Precedent S-Series engine, with a decade of proven reliability in transport refrigeration service, features dual-stage fuel filtration and reliability tweaks, making it a robust platform for the Advancer S-DRC.
Slimline profile
Maintaining the same slimline profile as its predecessor, the SLXi, the Advancer S-DRC offers competitive 15-pallet capacity and facilitates smooth transition to over-the-road operations, simplifying cross-docking.
Designed for service
Equipped with solar panels for continuous telematics, Group 31 batteries for longevity, and easier access to service components, the Advancer S-DRC prioritizes ease of maintenance and serviceability.
Elevated tech + controls
With 4G access and 24 complimentary months of Thermo King’s telematics, predictive analytics, monitoring, configuration, and optimization are easier than ever. The new Synergy controller features an updated on-unit digital interface, new control hardware, and software for tighter temperature control and over-the-air updates.
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