Blueridge / XM3 All Climate Plus
Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus 36k R-454B 208/230V 5-Zone Mini-Split
The Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus 5-Zone 36k caps the premium tier, driving five heads on one 208/230V R-454B outdoor unit with the range's highest heating-season rating. Certified nominal SEER2 is 23, EER2 13.0, HSPF2 10.7.
Certified heating is 36,000 BTU at 47F, 38,000 at 17F and 36,000 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-454B - current-generation refrigerant
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- Aug 29, 2026
SplitAtlas score
8.9 / 10
(23.0 SEER2) among 36k systems
(10.7 HSPF2) among 36k systems
(5F certified capacity: 100% of the 47F rating; -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 36k outdoor capacity class.
- High-efficiency shortlists; SEER2 is 23.
Install difficulty
- Electrical: 230V; MCA 37 A; breaker/fuse 40 A.
- Line set: Flared line connections; precharged 123 ft; max 262.4 ft.
- 5-zone condenser; indoor-head matching and branch layout are part of the job.
Alternatives
- LG Multi F MAX LGRED 5-Zone 36,000 BTU R-32 208/230V (KUMXA361A)
9.0 score / 36k / SEER2 22 / -13 F heating floor / 230V
Exact destination at HVACDirect: $4,319.00, checked Jul 28, 2026
Availability and price context
This system needs a professional install, so its real price is an installed quote that depends on your home. We don't link to a listing for this exact model; get installation quotes to price it.
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
- Base
- 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor - limited warranty terms
The score uses Base. Additional published terms are shown for reference and not counted in the score.
Model context
- Install path
- This is professional-install equipment; price it with an installed quote.
- Structured ratings
- Certification: ENERGY STAR certified, ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified and AHRI cold-climate designated. Refrigerant: current low-GWP R-454B. Minimum heating ambient: -22 F.
Strengths
- Certified at 38,000 BTU at 17F, above the 47F rating.
- Highest HSPF2 in the lineup at 10.7, on low-GWP R-454B.
- Holds full 36,000 BTU of heat at 5F.
Weaknesses
- Premium tier is the priciest way to cover five zones.
- 36,000 BTU across five zones is modest per room; size each head.
Climate suitability
- Minimum heating ambient
- -22 F[1]
- Certified heating at 5F
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 17F
- 38,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating at 47F
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
Specifications
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- Manufacturer
- Blueridge
- Brand
- Blueridge
- Product line
- XM3 All Climate Plus
- Model number
- BXM3A36UC0
- Indoor unit model
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor unit model
- BXM3A36UC0
- Number of zones
- 5
- Max indoor units
- 5 units[1]
- Rated cooling capacity
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Rated heating capacity
- 36,000 BTU/hNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Voltage
- 230 V[1]
- MCA
- 37 A[1]
- Maximum fuse or breaker size
- 40 A[1]
- Breaker needed
- not published
- SEER2
- 23 SEER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- EER2
- 13 EER2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 4)
- 10.7 HSPF2Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- HSPF2 (Region 5)
- Varies by indoor-unit combination
- COP
- not published
- COP at 47F
- not published
- COP at 5F
- 2 COPNon-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Minimum outdoor heating temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Minimum outdoor cooling temperature
- -22 F[1]
- Maximum outdoor temperature
- 122 F[1]
- Indoor noise range
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor noise rating
- 65 dBA[1]
- Indoor weight
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor weight
- 211.86 lb[1]
- Refrigerant
- R-454B[2]
- Refrigerant charge
- not published
- Manufacturer coverage
- not published
- Line-set size
- (5) 1/4 in liquid / (2) 1/2 in + (3) 3/8 in suction
- Included line-set length
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Maximum line-set length
- 262.4 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 114.8 ft[1]
- Maximum elevation difference
- 49.2 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Wi-Fi support
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Energy Star status
- ENERGY STAR certified[3]
- AHRI certification number
- 216997623Non-Ducted Indoor Units[2]
- Warranty
- Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Score uses Base.. 5-year parts, 7-year compressor warranty.
- Install path
- Professional install
- Retail price
- Installed quote only
- Available retailers
- not published
- Manual links
- AHRI public detail 216997623, ENERGY STAR exact row 216997623, Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus installation/user manual listed for BXM3A36UC0, Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus official product/category evidence for BXM3A36UC0, Blueridge BXM3A36UC0 specification sheet listed by Alpine
- Specification sheet
- Blueridge BXM3A36UC0 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
- (2) 1/2 in + (3) 3/8 in[1]
- Line connection type
- Flared line connections[1]
- Precharged length
- 123 ft[1]
- Included line-set length
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Maximum line-set length
- 262.4 ft[1]
- Max line set per indoor
- 114.8 ft[1]
- Max height between indoor units
- not published
- Indoor dimensions
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor dimensions
- 38.58 x 38.39 x 16.34 in[1]
- Indoor weight
- Depends on the indoor units you choose
- Outdoor weight
- 211.86 lb[1]
- Drain size
- not published
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Frequently asked questions
- Can I install the Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus 5-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXM3A36UC0) myself, or do I need a pro?
- Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus 5-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXM3A36UC0) 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 XM3 All Climate Plus 5-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXM3A36UC0) keep heating in a cold winter?
- The AHRI/ENERGY STAR certification lists 36,000 BTU/h of heating capacity at 5F. Rated heating operation extends down to -22 F. Certified heating efficiency is 10.7 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 XM3 All Climate Plus 5-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXM3A36UC0) need?
- Published electrical requirements: 230 V voltage, 37 A minimum circuit ampacity, and 40 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 from the outdoor unit to one indoor head is 114.8 ft. The combined piping limit across all heads is 262.4 ft. The outdoor unit's factory charge covers up to 123 ft of line; longer runs need added refrigerant. Measure the planned routing before ordering.
- What warranty does the Blueridge XM3 All Climate Plus 5-Zone 36,000 BTU R-454B 208/230V (BXM3A36UC0) carry?
- The manufacturer publishes these warranty tiers: Base: 5 yr parts / 7 yr compressor (limited warranty terms). Score uses Base.. 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 #216997623 - 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 #216997623 - 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 Base compressor warranty, Base warranty conditions, Base parts warranty
Last updated
Jul 29, 2026