From our shop to your build
The Cruise 200 is from the fridge line we install most in our own builds - a full-size, two-door Isotherm with a real freezer section. If you have a fitment question, you are talking to people who mount Cruise fridges in vans and boats every week.
Technical details
Specifications
| Model | Cruise 200 Stainless Steel (CR 200 Inox), built-in / flush mount |
|---|---|
| Total capacity | 200 L (7.0 cu. ft.) |
| Refrigerator capacity | 150 L (5.2 cu. ft.) |
| Freezer capacity | 50 L (1.8 cu. ft.) |
| Configuration | Two-door, side-by-side fridge / freezer - separate door for each section |
| Door swing | Left (freezer) / Right (refrigerator) |
| Finish | Stainless steel door and mounting flange |
| Compressor | Danfoss / Secop BD50F, fan-cooled, fully hermetic |
| Refrigerant | R134a |
| Voltage | 12 / 24V DC and 115 / 230V AC (60 / 50 Hz) - this is the AC/DC version |
| Current draw, compressor running | About 6.0 A at 12V DC (about half at 24V DC) |
| Average current draw | 2.3 - 4.0 A at 12V DC, depending on ambient temperature |
| Energy consumption | 799 Wh / 24h (manufacturer rating) |
| Fuse | 15 A for 12V DC / 7.5 A for 24V DC |
| Battery protection | Compressor cut-out at 9.6V, cut-in at 10.9V on a 12V system (21.3V / 22.7V on 24V) |
| Freezer temperature | -12°C (manufacturer rating) |
| Unit dimensions | 880 mm H x 731 mm W x 630 mm D (34.6″ x 28.8″ x 24.8″) |
| Cut-out dimensions | 34.7″ H x 28.9″ W (see dimensions note on depth) |
| Weight | 48 kg (about 106 lb), net |
| Warranty | 2 years on all components, 5 year limited warranty on the compressor |
Measure twice
Dimensions & fitment notes
Unit dimensions: 880 mm H × 731 mm W × 630 mm D (34.6″ × 28.8″ × 24.8″). Cut-out: 34.7″ H × 28.9″ W. The published cut-out depth figures for this model conflict between sources, so plan the cabinet around the unit's full 24.8″ depth and confirm against the installation dimension drawing (Fig. 10) in the manual before you cut. Ventilation: the compressor and condenser need a free area of 23-28 sq. in. below and behind the unit so cold air can enter at the bottom, pass behind the fridge, and leave at the top. Weight: 48 kg net - plan the cabinet structure and the lift-in accordingly. Keep the mounting position dry, protected from splashing water, and away from heat sources and direct sun.
Dimensions are per the manufacturer's published specs and are provided as a fitment guide. Master Overland isn't responsible for fitment issues caused by manufacturing variances — when in doubt, measure your opening and email us before ordering.
From our install bay
Installation notes
We install Cruise fridges in our own builds. The short version:
- Test fit first: slide the unit into the cabinet opening unfastened, confirm both doors swing clear (freezer left, refrigerator right), and confirm the mounting flange seats flush before you fasten anything.
- Ventilation is the install: leave a free area of 23-28 sq. in. below and behind the unit. Cold air must enter at the bottom, pass up behind the fridge, and exit at the top - a sealed cabinet is the most common cause of a Cruise fridge that runs constantly and still struggles.
- Mounting: the unit stands on its feet and is fastened in place through its stainless mounting flange. Keep it upright and level in the cabinet; the compressor is mounted at the rear of the unit.
- DC wiring: connect the electronic unit directly to the battery poles - never connect a battery charger directly to the refrigerator. Put the fuse in the positive cable as close to the battery as possible: 15A on 12V, 7.5A on 24V. Avoid extra junctions, which cause voltage drop.
- Wire gauge (manufacturer chart): AWG 12 up to 8 ft on 12V (16 ft on 24V); AWG 10 up to 15 ft on 12V (30 ft on 24V); AWG 8 up to 26 ft on 12V (52 ft on 24V).
- AC/DC use: this version can have AC and DC connected at the same time - AC is the preferred source when present, and there is about a one-minute delay before the compressor continues on DC after AC is disconnected.
- First start: start with the thermostat in a mid position rather than the coldest setting. The freezer section cools quickly; the refrigerator section takes several hours to reach temperature.
Fitment
Fitment & compatibility FAQ
What size cabinet opening does the Cruise 200 need?
The cut-out is 34.7 in high by 28.9 in wide, and the unit itself measures 34.6 in H x 28.8 in W x 24.8 in D (880 x 731 x 630 mm). Published cut-out depth figures for this model conflict, so build the cabinet around the full unit depth and confirm against the installation dimension drawing in the manual before cutting.
Is this one compartment or a separate fridge and freezer?
Two separate sections behind two doors, side by side: a 150 L (5.2 cu. ft.) refrigerator and a 50 L (1.8 cu. ft.) freezer, 200 L (7.0 cu. ft.) total. The freezer door swings left and the refrigerator door swings right.
What power does it run on?
This is the AC/DC version: 12/24V DC and 115/230V AC. With the compressor running it draws about 6.0 A at 12V (about half at 24V), and it averages 2.3 to 4.0 A at 12V depending on ambient temperature. Fuse it at 15A on 12V or 7.5A on 24V.
How much ventilation does it need?
A free area of 23 to 28 sq. in. below and behind the unit, arranged so cold air enters at the bottom, passes behind the fridge, and warm air leaves at the top. Do not mount it tight against a heat source or in direct sun, and keep the mounting position dry and protected from splashing water.
Will it drain my battery bank?
The manufacturer rates energy consumption at 799 Wh per 24 hours. Built-in battery protection switches the compressor off at 9.6V and back in at 10.9V on a 12V system (21.3V / 22.7V on 24V), so the fridge will not run a bank completely flat.
Does it need a water line or a drain hookup?
No water line. Condensation from the refrigerator compartment drains to a container at the rear of the cabinet, where it evaporates automatically - there is no drain hose to plumb.
How heavy is it, and can one person install it?
48 kg (about 106 lb) net, before food. Plan on two people for the lift into the cabinet and a cabinet structure built for the weight.
Real answers
Questions from customers
Questions buyers have actually asked us, answered by our team. Have one we haven't covered? Email us — we answer.
Can I leave both AC and DC connected at the same time?
Yes - that is how this version is designed to be used. AC is the preferred source when it is present; if AC power is disconnected, there is about a one-minute delay before the compressor continues running on DC.
How much power will it use in a day?
The manufacturer rating is 799 Wh per 24 hours. In current terms it averages 2.3 to 4.0 A at 12V while cycling, depending on ambient temperature (the rating basis is a 70 to 95 degree F range), and draws about 6.0 A at 12V while the compressor is running.
The compressor runs a long time but the fridge is not getting cold enough. Where do I start?
Check ventilation at the rear of the unit first - the manufacturer fault chart lists bad ventilation and a dust-blocked condenser ahead of most other causes. Clean the condenser with a soft brush (no sharp tools), at least once a year, and confirm the 23 to 28 sq. in. free area below and behind the unit is not blocked.
How cold does the freezer get?
The manufacturer rating for the freezer section is -12 degrees C. Start with the thermostat in a mid position - setting it to the coldest position at first start is not recommended - and give the refrigerator section several hours to reach temperature after switch-on.