Our take in 30 seconds
Best for: mild climates or homes with backup heatStrengths
- Uses newer, lower-impact R-454B refrigerant
Good to know
- Only 55% of its heat output remains at 5°F; plan on backup heat in hard freezes
- Heating efficiency (HSPF2 8.1) is in the lower third of models
- Single-stage compressor runs on/off at full power, so it is less smooth than inverter models
Running-cost calculator
Pre-filled with EIA prices · edit any fieldUses the base certified SEER2 (15.2) and HSPF2 (8.1). Assumes the unit is correctly sized. How we calculate.
Heating capacity as it gets colder
A heat pump's output falls as outdoor temperature drops. This is the certified heat output of the Trane 5TWX6036A1 at the three ENERGY STAR test temperatures (cooling capacity is 35,400 BTU/h for reference).
Retention at 17°F: 69% · at 5°F: 55%. Learn how to use these numbers in our cold-climate guide.
Estimated running cost in every state
Same unit, very different bills: from about $960 a year in Louisiana to $3,639 in Maine, driven by local electricity prices and how much heating or cooling the climate needs. Click a column to sort.
| State | Price | Heating | Cooling | Total / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisiana | 12.87¢ | $360 | $599 | $960 |
| Florida | 14.99¢ | $270 | $838 | $1,108 |
| Washington | 14.63¢ | $995 | $119 | $1,114 |
| Mississippi | 14.43¢ | $519 | $605 | $1,124 |
| Nevada | 12.72¢ | $611 | $533 | $1,144 |
| Tennessee | 13.42¢ | $752 | $406 | $1,158 |
| Oregon | 15.92¢ | $1,019 | $167 | $1,186 |
| Arizona | 15.05¢ | $421 | $771 | $1,193 |
| North Carolina | 14.95¢ | $777 | $453 | $1,230 |
| Kentucky | 13.80¢ | $883 | $354 | $1,237 |
| Arkansas | 14.37¢ | $747 | $502 | $1,249 |
| South Carolina | 15.76¢ | $693 | $587 | $1,281 |
| Utah | 13.31¢ | $1,012 | $279 | $1,291 |
| Georgia | 15.90¢ | $700 | $592 | $1,292 |
| Texas | 15.91¢ | $573 | $741 | $1,314 |
| Alabama | 16.33¢ | $719 | $609 | $1,327 |
| Idaho | 13.37¢ | $1,123 | $218 | $1,341 |
| Oklahoma | 14.82¢ | $830 | $518 | $1,348 |
| New Mexico | 16.51¢ | $991 | $385 | $1,375 |
| Nebraska | 13.54¢ | $1,137 | $284 | $1,421 |
| West Virginia | 16.31¢ | $1,174 | $304 | $1,478 |
| Missouri | 16.02¢ | $1,089 | $410 | $1,500 |
| Kansas | 15.47¢ | $1,114 | $396 | $1,510 |
| Virginia | 17.64¢ | $1,058 | $452 | $1,510 |
| Wyoming | 14.43¢ | $1,443 | $168 | $1,611 |
| Colorado | 17.17¢ | $1,374 | $280 | $1,654 |
| North Dakota | 13.31¢ | $1,544 | $139 | $1,683 |
| Indiana | 17.02¢ | $1,362 | $337 | $1,699 |
| Delaware | 18.70¢ | $1,272 | $436 | $1,707 |
| Montana | 15.57¢ | $1,557 | $163 | $1,720 |
| South Dakota | 15.15¢ | $1,515 | $229 | $1,744 |
| California | 29.75¢ | $1,071 | $693 | $1,764 |
| Iowa | 17.06¢ | $1,570 | $298 | $1,868 |
| Ohio | 19.38¢ | $1,550 | $361 | $1,911 |
| Maryland | 21.40¢ | $1,455 | $498 | $1,954 |
| Illinois | 19.32¢ | $1,623 | $360 | $1,983 |
| Minnesota | 17.20¢ | $1,858 | $220 | $2,078 |
| Pennsylvania | 21.77¢ | $1,742 | $406 | $2,147 |
| Wisconsin | 19.41¢ | $1,941 | $271 | $2,212 |
| New Jersey | 24.61¢ | $1,772 | $516 | $2,288 |
| District of Columbia | 25.98¢ | $1,663 | $666 | $2,328 |
| Connecticut | 24.51¢ | $2,157 | $371 | $2,528 |
| Michigan | 22.99¢ | $2,207 | $321 | $2,528 |
| Vermont | 23.84¢ | $2,479 | $250 | $2,729 |
| Rhode Island | 28.18¢ | $2,480 | $394 | $2,874 |
| Hawaii | 47.18¢ | $94 | $2,857 | $2,951 |
| New York | 28.65¢ | $2,521 | $434 | $2,955 |
| New Hampshire | 27.64¢ | $2,764 | $322 | $3,086 |
| Massachusetts | 30.48¢ | $2,804 | $426 | $3,230 |
| Alaska | 29.41¢ | $3,529 | $68 | $3,598 |
| Maine | 32.11¢ | $3,339 | $299 | $3,639 |
Similar-size alternatives
Other ducted split system units within ±15% of this model's cooling capacity, sorted by efficiency. Cost difference is versus the Trane 5TWX6036A1 at U.S.-average rates.
| Model | Cooling BTU/h | SEER2 | HSPF2 | 5°F kept | Est. yearly cost | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ruud UP19AY36AJVC | 34,200 | 19–21 | 10 | 87% | $1,353 (−$274) | Compare |
| Bryant 37MUHAQ36AA3 | 36,000 | 15.8–18 | 10.3 | 103% | $1,527 (−$100) | Compare |
| Daikin DH9VSA361CA* | 34,200 | 16.9–21 | 10 | 100% | $1,398 (−$230) | Compare |
| Panasonic CU-HM36BAHU | 36,000 | 15.6–17.4 | 10.3 | 103% | $1,533 (−$95) | Compare |
| MrCool CENTRAL-36-HP-C-230B00-O | 36,000 | 15.2–17.4 | 10.3 | 103% | $1,545 (−$82) | Compare |
| Midea MO1SE-H36B-2A | 36,000 | 15.2–18 | 10.3 | 103% | $1,545 (−$82) | Compare |
Full specifications
| Brand | Trane |
| Outdoor model | 5TWX6036A1 |
| Certified by | Trane and American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning |
| Product type | Ducted split system |
| Compressor | Single-stage |
| Refrigerant | R-454B |
| Cooling capacity | 35,400 BTU/h |
| Nominal size | 3 tons |
| SEER2 (certified range) | 15.2 – 16.5 |
| EER2 (best) | 12 |
| HSPF2 (best) | 8.1 |
| Heating capacity @ 47°F | 32,400 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 17°F | 22,200 BTU/h |
| Heating capacity @ 5°F | 17,700 BTU/h |
| COP @ 5°F | 2.48 |
| ENERGY STAR cold-climate | No |
| Certified indoor pairings | 374 |
| Latest certification | 2026-06 |
Source: ENERGY STAR Certified Heat Pumps (U.S. EPA), retrieved November 7, 2026. Capacities and HSPF2 are the highest values across certified pairings; confirm your exact system's AHRI reference number with your installer.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Trane 5TWX6036A1 cost to run per year?
At the U.S. average residential electricity price of 18.16¢/kWh and typical national heating and cooling hours, we estimate about $1,627 per year ($1,162 heating, $465 cooling). It ranges from about $960 in Louisiana to $3,639 in Maine.
Does the Trane 5TWX6036A1 work in cold weather?
It is not ENERGY STAR cold-climate certified. It delivers 17,700 BTU/h at 5°F (55% of its 47°F capacity), so in very cold climates expect more reliance on backup heat.
What size is the Trane 5TWX6036A1?
It is rated at 35,400 BTU/h of cooling, roughly 3 tons, and 32,400 BTU/h of heating at 47°F. Proper sizing should be confirmed with a Manual J load calculation.