Coleman-Mach 3 Plus 13,500 BTU
A low cost 13,500 BTU replacement for a travel trailer or one zone of a larger RV, from the brand with the widest service network.
Amazon $852.29$852.29
3.8/5
A low-cost, complete 13,500 BTU cool-only unit for travel trailers that run on hookups.
- 13,500 BTUCooling
- 12 ARunning current
- NoHeat
Check price at Amazon$959.95
Price checked November 2, 2026. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.
Pros
- Costs under $1,000 with the ceiling assembly included
- Draws less than most 13,500 BTU units, leaving room on a 30 A hookup
- Fits ducted or non-ducted roofs
Cons
- Cools only; no heat pump
- No soft start included, so small generators need the add-on
- Only a 2-year warranty
The RecPro Standard Profile family
Every RecPro Standard Profile model we rank, smallest first. Ratings compare each against its own size.
| Model | Cooling | Rating | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RecPro 13.5K RP-AC3501 (this one) | 13,500 BTU | 3.8/5 | $959.95 |
| RecPro 15K Heat Pump RP-AC3800 | 15,000 BTU | 3.3/5 | $1,254.95 |
How it scores
The rating comes from 5 measured or published factors, each scored 0-100 against fixed reference points for its size. How we rank explains each one.
Specifications
| Model number | RP-AC3501 |
|---|---|
| Cooling and power | |
| Cooling capacity | 13,500 BTU |
| Heat | No |
| Running current | 12 A |
| Soft start built in | No |
| Inverter compressor | No |
| Install | |
| Ceiling setup | Ducted or non-ducted |
| Ceiling assembly included | Yes |
| Height above roof | 13.7 in |
| Weight | 73.7 lb |
| App or remote monitoring | No |
| Noise and warranty | |
| Noise | 59.7 dBA |
| Warranty | 2 years |
Alternatives in this size
Furrion Chill HE Low Profile 13.5K
A low profile heat pump unit for rigs that need roof height clearance and some electric heat, at a sale price under $1,000.
Nomadic Supply $997.95 Camping World $1,319$997.95
Furrion Chill HE 13,500 BTU
A standard 13,500 BTU rooftop unit for travel trailers that need a Furrion-compatible replacement, with modest running current.
Amazon $1,089$1,089
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