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Daikin Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 vs Telford Tempest 170 Direct
The Daikin Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 is a r32 monobloc high-temperature air source heat pump, class 16. The Telford Tempest 170 Direct is a direct unvented hot water cylinder, 170 litres.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Specifications side by side
| Daikin Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 | Telford Tempest 170 Direct | |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | 990 x 1270 x 460 mm (H x W x D) (outdoor unit) | 1200 mm high x 510 mm diameter (approx.) |
| Weight | 146 kg (single-phase) (outdoor unit) | 40 kg empty, 208 kg full |
| Heat output | 11.57-11.82 kW | - |
| SCOP | 4.51-4.71 (35C flow), 3.57-3.58 (55C flow) | - |
| Refrigerant | R32, 4.2 kg charge | - |
| Sound pressure | 38 dBA at 3m (standard mode), 35 dBA at 3m (low sound mode) | - |
| Max flow temperature | 70C | - |
| Capacity | - | 170 litres |
| Immersion heater | - | 2 x 3kW, 240V single phase |
| Max inlet pressure | - | 3 bar (inlet control group) |
| Warranty | - | Lifetime guarantee on the cylinder (25 years internal), 2 years on components |
Sources: Daikin Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3, Telford Tempest 170 Direct. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 if...
The next size up in the Altherma 3 H HT range at around 11.7kW, still reaching a 70C flow for boiler-replacement jobs. It shares the same outdoor cabinet size and weight as the class 14 unit, so it suits a larger house without a larger footprint.
Full Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 specifications →Buy or hire the Tempest 170 Direct if...
A 170 litre direct unvented cylinder from Telford's Tempest range, built in duplex stainless steel with twin 3kW immersions rather than a boiler coil. It suits an all-electric property, and the cylinder body carries a lifetime guarantee when serviced annually.
Full Tempest 170 Direct specifications →Common questions
What is the difference between the Daikin Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 and the Telford Tempest 170 Direct?
The Daikin Altherma 3 H HT EPRA16DV3 is a r32 monobloc high-temperature air source heat pump, class 16; the Telford Tempest 170 Direct is a direct unvented hot water cylinder, 170 litres.
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