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Advent Air RV Air Conditioner System - 13,500 Btu - Air Distribution Box Controls - Non-Ducted - R32
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Advent Air RV Air Conditioner System - 13,500 Btu - Air Distribution Box Controls - Non-Ducted - R32

Part Number: ADV77QR
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After a long drive or a full day in the sun, this 13,500 Btu system cools your RV without long, uneven cooldown cycles. It fits smaller trailers and standard RV interiors where steady cooling matters more than extra capacity. Great Prices for the best rv air conditioners from Advent Air. Advent Air RV Air Conditioner System - 13,500 Btu - Air Distribution Box Controls - Non-Ducted - R32 part number ADV77QR can be ordered online at etrailer.com or call 1-800-940-8924 for expert service.
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Advent Air RV Air Conditioners - ADV77QR

  • Complete AC System
  • 13500 Btu
  • Non-Ducted
  • Cool Only
  • White
  • Advent Air
  • Single Zone
  • Rooftop
  • Standard Height

After a long drive or a full day in the sun, this 13,500 Btu system cools your RV without long, uneven cooldown cycles. It fits smaller trailers and standard RV interiors where steady cooling matters more than extra capacity.


Highlights

  • Cools Your RV After Hot Days: 13,500 Btu output and 430 CFM airflow help bring cabin temperatures down after travel, sun, and warm campsite afternoons. <
  • Made for Non-Ducted RVs: Included AACNDC air distribution box sends cooled air directly into the cabin, with no ceiling ductwork required.
  • Touch Controls at the Ceiling: Built-in thermostat and flat touch controls on the air distribution box let you adjust mode, fan, and temperature.
  • Fits 2-1/2" to 5-1/2" Roof Thicknesses: AACNDC air distribution box is designed for RV roofs within this range, so you can confirm fit before installing.
  • Seals and Cushions the Roof Opening: Thick gasket and foam pads help block water and outside air while reducing vibration at the mounting point.
  • Ready for an Optional Heat Strip: Prewired for the optional electric heat strip, sold separately, to help take the chill out of the air in cooler weather.

Features to know about

Pulls Heat Out of a Hot Cabin

Advent Air AC Unit On Top Of RV

After a long drive or a full day parked in the sun, your RV can hold heat in the roof, walls, furniture, and cabinets well into the evening. This 13,500 Btu air conditioner delivers 430 CFM of airflow to help bring cabin temperatures down and keep cooled air moving, so the interior feels more comfortable when it is time to relax.

Seals and Cushions the Roof Opening


Advent Air Foam Pads

A good rooftop AC install needs more than cold air. It also needs a solid seal where the unit meets the roof. The thick, collapsible gasket helps block rain and hot outside air from entering through the opening, while the foam pads help cushion the unit and reduce vibration at the mounting point. That helps the AC run securely while keeping the cabin drier and quieter.

Direct Airflow for Non-Ducted RVs


Advent Air distribution box with controls

In a non-ducted RV, cooled air comes straight from the ceiling assembly instead of traveling through ductwork. The included AACNDC air distribution box has adjustable louvers on the front and back so you can move air across the cabin. That gives you more control over where the cool air goes in the area where the AC is mounted. The removable, washable air filter traps dust and debris before it reaches the fan blades to keep you AC unit cleaner.

Touch Controls Built Into the Ceiling Assembly


Advent Air distribution box controls

This system keeps the controls simple by building the thermostat into the air distribution box, so there is no separate wall thermostat to mount or wire. The flat touch-control panel lets you adjust mode, fan speed, and temperature right from the ceiling assembly, making it a straightforward setup for non-ducted RVs where the cooled air comes directly from the unit.

Easier Rooftop Installation and Maintenance

Replacing a rooftop AC is easier when the main pieces are designed to work together. This system uses a bolt-on installation and includes the wiring harness needed to connect the rooftop unit to the air distribution box. Once installed, the uv-resistant hard plastic cover can be removed for maintenance and cleaning, so you can access the unit when it needs attention. If you'd like help installing your air conditioner, check out our Installer Locator to find an installer near you.

Optional Upgrades for Startup and Cooler Weather

Some camping setups ask more from your AC than others, especially when you are running on generator or campsite power. The optional start capacitor (ACMSCKIT) can be added to help the compressor start more reliably. The air distribution box is also prewired for the optional heat strip (ADV34QR) which can help take the chill out of the air on cool mornings. These upgrades are not included, but they give you a way to build out the system for the way you camp.

Specs

Application:

  • Motorhomes, travel trailers, and fifth wheels
  • Not approved for school buses, food trucks, enclosed/utility trailers, or off-roading vehicles

Dimensions and Weight:

  • Fits: roofs 2-1/2" to 5-1/2" thick
  • Opening size: 14-1/4" long x 14-1/4" wide
  • Air conditioner: 32" long x 26-1/4" wide x 13-1/2" tall
  • Air distribution box: 20-1/8" long x 20-1/8" wide x 2-3/8" tall
  • Air conditioner weight: 68 lbs

Performance:

  • Capacity: 13,500 BTU per hour
  • Air flow: 430 cubic feet per minute
  • Thermostat temperature range: 65° F to 90° F

Electrical:

  • Air conditioner power draw (while running): 15 amps
  • Compressor power draw (while running): 9.9 amps
  • Fan motor power draw (while running): 2.6 amps
  • Electrical rating: 115V, 60Hz
  • Wire gauge: 12 AWG

Refrigerant:

  • R32, 16.9 oz

Warranty:

  • 2-Year limited warranty


AAC135W Advent Air RV Air Conditioner - 13,500 Btu - White - R32

AACNDC Ceiling Assembly Built-In Thermostat Non-Ducted Ventilation Control Box - White - R32





Ratings & Reviews

4.5

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After a long drive or a full day in the sun, this 13,500 Btu system cools your RV without long, uneven cooldown cycles. It fits smaller trailers and standard RV interiors where steady cooling matters more than extra capacity.

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My husband installed the unit on our 25' 1986 Airstream by building down to connect the inside air box. We haven't used it yet because of low temp since the installation but are confident that it will work well. We are very happy with the purchase.



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Works Fantastic!! Ordered a Direct Replacement, Installation went VERY smoothly…..



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Great product so far, was extremely easy to install! I put this air conditioner in my older (2014) rv and it was a direct swap out just with some nicer newer features, such as the thermostat only requiring 4 wires. The whole swap out only took a a few short hours including removing the old AC! I would recommend this kit as it includes all you need and even works with your furnace.



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Probably my fault but I thought this would run wireless. Not only did I have to figure out how to run a thermostat wire somewhere, I also had to figure out how to get 12 volt to it. And the thermostat broke trying to connect it to its base. The wire terminal blocks busted off. I had to try to figure out where to buy a replacement. After a few days I'm still not up and running waiting for parts. I think it will work nice once I can get it all together. Instructions could be better.



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Unit was delivered and it was undamaged. Installed unit with no problems. I turned it on and it operated and cooled. The only problem was I couldn't adjust the thermostat, the screen lit up blue but the display would not show any data. I called Advent Air and they are sending me a new thermostat. Prompt service and very professional technicians.



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Outstanding product.
Thank you eTrailer
for providing a replacement for our original AC unit. Although the original lasted a long time, it decided to give up on us right before our first camping trip of the summer which had a forecast of being really hot. As I frantically searched for a replacement, eTrailer came to the rescue with the Advent Air RV Air Conditioner System. Our original unit was 13.500 BTU, but we opted to upgrade to a 15,500 BTU unit which has been a great increase in cooling power.
The wiring was super easy to get figured out. And I had the entire unit swapped out and running in one evening.
One note... our existing system had a number of other thermostat wires that were not needed for this installation. In addition, there was a hot thermostat wire (12v) coming back from the furnace in the older installation. It appears that wire is not needed for the new system (based upon other online resources - but no explanation has been found as to what that was used for.) We simply cut it flush and taped the end to keep it from causing us trouble.
The system does a great job of cooling the unit and is much quieter than the original AC. We are SUPER happy with the purchase.



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So far so good, a relatively easy replacement of the existing unit (2019 Dometic Duo Therm) despite being manufactured under the updated 2025 coolant standard. Was stoked that the wires were labeled, way to go Advent! You'll need four wires to connect the wall-mounted thermostat. Many of the units made prior to 2025 require 3 wires, so running a new cable might be necessary if your current one only has 3.



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Can’t give honest rating yet because I can’t install it. All of the packages have not been received. The last package is still lost in UPS system. Until I receive everything I can’t install new ac unit.
So far not impressed. Once package has shown this many delays, a replacement should have been reshipped to me.



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I have an Advent air in the bedroom and love it so made sense to get the one for the living room when the time came. It’s super easy to install but the thermostat is GARBAGE. It broke right out of the box when connecting the wires, the Bluetooth option doesn’t work and there aren’t instructions in the booklet for it and it keeps turning itself off every 24 hours leaving my RV hot. I would NOT recommend it.



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I appreciate your customer service. Briele was very helpful with information on the new Advent air conditioner. I will definitely be back! Thank you!



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We have cold air! The system works great but is louder than expected from wind noise due to the design on the louvers. The thermostat cycles this unit on and off very frequently instead of cooling just past set and drifting just above as the dometic system did. The instructions don't mention how to configure the foam plenum for ducted systems. You will need to buy wire nuts for 120v and crimp connectors for 12v wiring. Buy a roll of aluminum ductwork tape to seal things and to cut down on wind noise. I have not yet wired in our furnace, I assume the singular brown wire will signal a relay if I buy one?



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The thermostat is a little hard to wire with the cover not wanting to snap in place correctly. The temp sensing bulb I assume is very easy to get bent when installing the cover. The unit is for a ducted system but did not match my in line ceiling ducts on my 2000 Bounder. I did a work around by using 3" flexible plastic with a hole cut in the foam supplied with the unit and modifying the old duct extension to get air to the front of the coach. It does seem to run pretty quiet(not as loud as the Coleman Mach was but it was old). Taking on trip over Labor Day so will see how it does. For anyone replacing a unit that has the Intellitec energy management system I had to run a new wire for the thermostat to control the front furnace and had to tap into the coach lighting circuit to supply the 12 volts needed. Also had to tap into the front A/C wiring harness before it goes to the management system to route it to thermostat without it giving a E5 error code



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Great little unit. Lighter than most. I have a Coleman 13R 13' camper and the wall mounted air conditioner that was in it never cooled it like i needed it to. I bought this one and mounted it on top...works great! I appreciate etrailer because after receiving mine the led control box wasn't working..well within 2 days etrailer had me another one. Great customer service and friendly folks.

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Claire H.

9/15/2026

Thank you for the kind words about our customer service! :) I haven't heard of a wall mounted air conditioner before, what brand/model is it?



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Ordered from online which was easy and the A/C was delivered in a very timely manner
The whole experience was very simple and if need be I would order from them again.
Excellent service.



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The control panel is hard to operate. You have to try for the button a few times before it reads your touch but other than that is works fine.



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This is a tough rating, because I like the unit and it does a great job. It’s gets a 3 from me, because the new touch controls are absolutely horrendous. The first night we had it running, I wanted to turn it off in the middle of night and just couldn’t make it happen. Had to stop it at the breaker. I had better luck the following days after I learned some of the tricks to it, but I shouldn’t have to do that. I’ll be reaching out to see if there’s any potential fixes.



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Worked out well I had to adapt to my Popup camper works great



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Order this A/C had it installed during July! Worked great the first day! Hopefully it works for years to come. Fast shipping



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I installed it on my Concourse Chinook. The roof thickness is just shy of 2 1/2" and is a fiberglass shell insulated with Styrofoam. I couldn't torque the mounting screws to the recommended 40 in-lbs without deforming the lower plate which then didn't allow the vent cover to fit properly. So I had to reduce the torque. I hope it is enough pressure to keep the seal from leaking. Everything thing else went smoothly. FYI the switch panel is capacitive, so my index finger was not enough surface area to activate the switches. I had to use my thumb. Didn't press, just touched. Before I figured it out I thought the panel was defective.

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Lazer S.

8/19/2026

Cool camper Robert! And I think you will be perfectly fine. If you do start noticing moisture though, you can always add some caulking to the seal. That will definitely get it all sealed up! Thanks for the tip as well! I wasn't aware the touchpad was that sensitive. Or not sensitive. You know what I mean.


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