The new S.CU dc90 transport refrigeration unit from Schmitz Cargobull - for greater efficiency and lower energy consumption

• Up to 6% increased refrigeration capacity*
• Up to 10% lower fuel consumption*
• Up to an 89% reduction in CO2 equivalence due to the lower direct GWP value of the refrigerant R454A

November 2025 - Schmitz Cargobull is the first manufacturer to introduce the environmentally friendly refrigerant R454A as standard in the S.CU modular system - a strong signal for sustainable transport solutions.

With the introduction of the new refrigerant, Schmitz Cargobull is again setting new standards in terms of efficiency, sustainability and future-proofing in temperature-controlled transport with the new S.CU dc90 transport refrigeration unit.

The new unit replaces the proven S.CU dc85 and offers technical innovations that exceed the increasing demands on performance and environmental compatibility. It is characterised by up to 6% higher cooling capacity and up to 10% lower fuel consumption compared with the predecessor model (S.CU dc85).

To reduce environmental pollution, the EU is continuously tightening legal requirements - one example of this is the stricter F-Gas Regulation. Over the next few years, the EU is stipulating a reduction in refrigerants (quota system) with a high CO2 equivalent. The quota regulation will result in price increases for the current refrigerant R452A. While not a general ban on R452A in transport refrigeration units, it is intended to significantly reduce the CO2 emissions of the refrigerants used.