Blueridge / XM2 All Climate
Blueridge XM2 All Climate 48k R-32 208/230V 5-Zone Mini-Split
The Blueridge XM2 All Climate 5-Zone 48k is the tier's largest, powering five heads and 48,000 BTU of cooling from one 208/230V R-32 outdoor unit. Certified nominal SEER2 is 21, EER2 12.0, HSPF2 10.0.
Heating falls off from 48,000 BTU at 47F to 44,500 at 17F and 37,800 at 5F. It is ENERGY STAR certified and AHRI cold-climate designated.
Sold through dealer quote; DIY-marketed, but flared connections require professional vacuum and startup.
Refrigerant generation
R-32 - current-generation refrigerant
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- Aug 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.1 / 10
(21.0 SEER2) among >36k systems
(10.0 HSPF2) among >36k systems
(78.8% heat retained at 5F; -22 F heating floor) among >36k systems
(5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor) across the catalogue
(5 verified features) across the catalogue
(6 manuals; spec sheet) across the catalogue
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Key ratings
Buyer review snapshot
Best for / skip if
Best for
- 5-zone projects in the 48k outdoor capacity class.
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 30 A; breaker/fuse 45 A.
- Line set: Flared line connections; max 328.08 ft.
- 5-zone condenser; indoor-head matching and branch layout are part of the job.
Alternatives
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Extreme Series 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-48Z-HH-M6C)
9.3 score / 47k / SEER2 23 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $4,999.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Standard Series 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ES-48Z-M6C)
8.9 score / 47k / SEER2 24 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $3,099.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
- ACiQ Multi-Zone Extreme Series 5-Zone 55,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (ACIQ-55Z-HH-M6C)
8.9 score / 51k / SEER2 22.2 / -22 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $5,199.99, checked Jul 29, 2026
Availability and price context
We could not verify a current retail price for this model. We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-08-29.
Source date
- Model data sourced
- Aug 29, 2026
- Page reviewed
- Jul 29, 2026
- Source-backed records
- 5
- Newest source retrieved
- Aug 29, 2026
Warranty tiers
Warranty: 5 years parts and 7 years compressor as standard.
Model context
- Install path
- This is professional-install equipment; no verified current retail offer is attached.
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified, ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-32. Minimum heating ambient: -22 F.
Strengths
- Largest capacity in the All Climate tier - 48,000 BTU across five zones.
- Retains a strong 44,500 BTU of heat at 17F.
- Low-GWP R-32, ENERGY STAR certified.
- AHRI cold-climate designated.
Weaknesses
- Heating falls off to 37,800 BTU by 5F.
- SEER2 21 and EER2 12.0 trail the Core tier on cooling.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -22 F[1]
- Rated heating at 5F
- 37,800 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 44,500 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 48,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Blueridge
- Brand
- Blueridge
- Product line
- XM2 All Climate
- Model number
- BXM2Z48UC0
- Indoor unit model
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor unit model
- BXM2Z48UC0
- Number of zones
- 5
- Max indoor units
- 5 units[1]
- Rated cooling capacity
- 48,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 48,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 30 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 45 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 21 SEER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- EER2
- 12 EER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 10 HSPF2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- Certified per indoor-unit combination, not per outdoor unit
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 2.1 COPNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 118 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor noise rating
- 59 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- not published
- Refrigerant
- R-32[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- (5) 1/4 in liquid / (5) 3/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 328.08 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Maximum elevation difference
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 217500176Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Warranty
- Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). 5-year parts, 7-year compressor warranty.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- We could not find this exact model in stock at a retailer we work with when we last checked on 2026-08-29.
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public detail 217500176, ENERGY STAR exact row 217500176, Blueridge XM2 All Climate installation/user manual listed for BXM2Z48UC0, Blueridge XM2 All Climate official product/category evidence for BXM2Z48UC0, HVACDirect exact-offer audit for BXM2Z48UC0, Blueridge BXM2Z48UC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Specification sheet
- Blueridge BXM2Z48UC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Last sourced date
- Aug 29, 2026
Installation considerations
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- Liquid line
- (5) 1/4 in[1]
- Suction line
- (5) 3/8 in[1]
- Line connection type
- Flared line connections[1]
- Precharged length
- not published
- Included line-set length
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Maximum line-set length
- 328.08 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 82.02 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor dimensions
- not published
- Indoor weight
- Indoor heads are selected separately on a multi-zone system
- Outdoor weight
- not published
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Blueridge XM2 All Climate 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM2Z48UC0) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Blueridge XM2 All Climate 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM2Z48UC0) is built for professional installation: the line set must be flared, evacuated, and charged, which requires EPA-certified refrigerant handling. Installing it outside the manufacturer's requirements can void the warranty, so budget for a qualified HVAC installer.
- Will the Blueridge XM2 All Climate 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM2Z48UC0) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The manufacturer publishes 37,800 BTU/h of heating output at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10 HSPF2. Match those numbers against your climate's design temperature - in cold regions, output at 5F matters far more than the nameplate capacity measured at 47F.
- What electrical circuit does the Blueridge XM2 All Climate 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM2Z48UC0) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 30 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 45 A maximum breaker or fuse sizing. Confirm the final circuit against the unit nameplate and local code with a licensed electrician.
- How far can the outdoor unit be from the indoor head?
- The published maximum line-set length is 328.08 ft. Longer runs than the included set allows typically mean added refrigerant and a pro visit, so measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the Blueridge XM2 All Climate 5-Zone 48,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (BXM2Z48UC0) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Standard: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Registration requirements and proof of qualified installation commonly affect coverage, so read the warranty terms before install day.
Data sources
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- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers brand.dealer_installation_policy, Frequency, Maximum breaker size, Maximum fuse size, Minimum circuit ampacity, Phase and more
- AHRI certificate #217500176 - search the AHRI DirectorySourced - AHRI directory
Covers AHRI certification number, performance_spec.cold_climate_designation, Rated cooling capacity, COP at 5F, EER2, Rated heating capacity and more
- ENERGY STAR record for AHRI #217500176 - search ENERGY STARSourced - Energy Star listing
Covers performance_spec.energy_star_cold_climate, Energy Star status
- Blueridge / Alpine Home Air Products: Flared line set and professional startup evidenceSourced - manufacturer technical document
Covers system.diy_status, system.installation_type, system.sales_intent
- Alpine Home Air Products: Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus official product/category evidence for BXM3A36UC0Sourced - manufacturer product page
Covers Standard compressor warranty, Standard warranty conditions, Standard parts warranty
Last updated
Jul 29, 2026