RigMaster Power manufactures stand-alone generator sets designed to provide electrical power, heating, and air conditioning to a truck's sleeper cab without idling the main engine. This technology helps truck owners reduce fuel consumption, engine wear, and comply with anti-idling regulations.
Big Rig Products +3 Key Product Features the standard RigMaster APU is a self-contained system that typically includes:
Power: Provides 120V AC "house current" and a 60-amp DC alternator to charge the truck's batteries. Climate Control: Includes an automatic HVAC system for heating (approx. 13,500 BTU) and air conditioning (up to 24,000 BTU). Engine: Modern units often use a 2-cylinder, Tier 4 Final EPA-approved Kohler diesel engine. Efficiency: Consumes approximately 0.25 gallons of fuel per hour, which is significantly less than an idling truck engine OBO.