Used Truck A/C Condensers, Air Con Radiators & Cooling Modules

Used truck A/C condensers, air con radiators & cooling modules

The A/C condenser on a heavy truck works like a small radiator for the air conditioning system. It sits at the front of the vehicle and removes heat from the refrigerant before it passes through the expansion valve and evaporator in the cab. When the condenser is leaking, blocked or badly bent, the air conditioning system will struggle to cool the cab, especially in slow traffic or hot weather.

In this category we offer used OEM A/C condensers, air conditioning radiators and related cooling modules removed from complete donor trucks. Typical examples include front-mounted condensers for DAF XF/CF, MAN TGX/TGS, Mercedes-Benz Actros and Volvo FH/FM Euro 5–6 vehicles, as well as condensers supplied together with mounting frames or brackets where available.

What you will find in the A/C Condensers category

Stock in the A/C Condensers category changes as new donor vehicles arrive, but it typically includes:

• standalone A/C condensers with aluminium cores and end tanks for European HGVs;
• air con radiators supplied as part of a combined cooling module together with engine radiators or intercoolers;
• condensers with integrated dryer mounts or brackets for receiver-drier units;
• mounting frames, brackets and guards that hold the condenser securely in front of the cooling pack;
• selected A/C pipes and hose connections that remain attached to the condenser assembly when removed.

Each listing includes clear photos, OE/OEM part numbers where available and donor vehicle details so you can compare core size, pipe connections, mounting points and cooling module layout with the parts fitted to your own truck.

Truck brands & typical applications

Most condensers in this category are taken from mainstream European heavy trucks, including:

• DAF XF and CF tractors and rigids with Euro 5 and Euro 6 A/C systems;
• MAN TGS and TGX long-haul, distribution and construction trucks;
• Mercedes-Benz Actros MP3, MP4 and MP5 tractors and rigids;
• Volvo FH and FM long-distance and regional haulage vehicles;
• other European HGVs such as Scania, Iveco and Renault when suitable donor trucks are available.

Because these are genuine OEM components removed from complete vehicles, each A/C condenser is normally matched to a specific cab type, front-end layout, engine family and emission standard, which is important for correct fit and reliable cooling performance.

Why A/C condensers & air con radiators matter

A healthy A/C condenser is essential for driver comfort and system reliability:

• Cab cooling – efficient heat rejection at the condenser allows the evaporator to deliver cold air into the cab under all operating conditions;
• Compressor protection – restricted or over-pressurised condensers can cause high head pressures, which shorten compressor life and trigger cut-outs;
• Fuel efficiency & uptime – a stable A/C system helps keep drivers alert on long runs and reduces the need for unscheduled workshop visits;
• Professional image – correctly working air conditioning is increasingly expected on fleet and owner-driver vehicles.

Typical reasons to replace a truck A/C condenser

Common reasons to order parts from this category include:

• refrigerant leaks from stone strikes, corrosion or cracked end tanks;
• physical damage to the condenser core or frame after a front-end impact, shunt or contact with loading bay structures;
• blocked fins and poor heat exchange due to years of road dirt, insects and salt build-up;
• high system pressures and repeated compressor cut-out events traced back to restricted condenser flow;
• replacing non-original or repaired condensers with the correct OEM A/C condenser for your truck model and cooling module.

How to choose the correct A/C condenser

To minimise fitting issues and ensure the right cooling performance, please check the following details before ordering:

• truck brand, model and generation – for example DAF XF106, MAN TGX Euro 6, Mercedes Actros MP4, Volvo FH4;
• engine type and emission class – cooling modules and condenser designs often differ between Euro 3, Euro 4/5 and Euro 6 trucks;
• core dimensions – overall height, width and thickness, plus mounting hole positions and bracket style;
• inlet and outlet positions – location, diameter and angle of the A/C pipe connections relative to the core and frame;
• module configuration – whether the condenser is separate or bolted into a combined module with the radiator and intercooler;
• dryer mounting – check if the original condenser has an integrated bracket or location for the receiver-drier;
• OEM part numbers stamped or printed on your existing condenser or frame, matched against the references shown in the product description.

If you are unsure, you can contact us with your VIN or registration number and clear photos of your existing condenser, cooling module and A/C pipework. Our team can help confirm compatibility before you place an order. For general guidance, see How to Find the Right Part and Compatibility & VIN Policy.

Used OEM condensers from dismantled trucks

VRA Truckparts specialises in used OEM truck parts sourced from carefully selected donor vehicles. Trucks are inspected and documented before dismantling so that cooling packs and A/C systems can be assessed. During dismantling, our technicians remove the condensers and associated brackets, check cores, end tanks and mounting points for visible damage, and reject units that do not meet our standards.

Usable condensers are drained, cleaned externally, labelled with OEM references where available and stored under cover in our warehouse ready for dispatch. To learn more about how we work, please visit Our Dismantling & Quality Process, Warranty & Part Condition and Trucks We Dismantle.

Related air conditioning, heating & cooling categories

If you are repairing or upgrading the A/C system on your truck, you may also want to browse:

• A/C Compressors & Clutches – compressors that work together with the condenser and evaporator;
• A/C Hoses & Fittings – high- and low-pressure pipes and flexible hoses for the A/C circuit;
• Ducts & Vents – interior ducts and vents that deliver cool air into the cab;
• Heaters – heater boxes and components for cab heating and demisting;
• Radiators and Fans & Shrouds – engine cooling components that share airflow and space with the condenser.

Delivery, payment & returns

Most A/C condensers and cooling modules can be shipped as well-packed consignments or palletised items with tracked delivery across the UK and EU. For details of available services, transit times and costs, please see our Delivery & Shipping page.

Information about payment methods, VAT handling and returns is available on Payment & VAT and Returns & Refunds. If you need to combine a condenser with pipes, compressors or other air conditioning parts for the same vehicle, our team will be happy to help you build a complete order.