ARCA TERRA
Generator Only
Straight fuel power — no storage buffer. Refuel when tank empties.
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$0.00 / day fuel
8h 8m
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Generator8h 8m
Why Choose Arcamedina?
Built to Last
Our containers are engineered to withstand the harshest environments, offering superior security and longevity compared to traditional structures.
Custom Fabrication
From windows and doors to electrical and plumbing, we customize every aspect of your container to meet your specific operational needs.
Turnkey Solutions
We deliver ready-to-use spaces. Simply plug in and start working. No lengthy construction delays or complicated setups.
Featured Builds
ARCA TERRA
The Arca Medina 20ft Deployable Habitat Unit is a fully self-contained, off-grid-capable living and working space built on an ISO 20ft standard dry van shipping container. Designed for rapid deployment in residential, industrial, and scientific environments, this proof-of-concept unit delivers a complete interior build-out with integrated 48V solar-hybrid electrical infrastructure. The interior features wood stud framing, closed-cell spray foam insulation, and radiant barrier OSB wall panels. A custom entry vestibule is created by pinning the original cargo doors open and framing an interior personnel door immediately behind them. A single 24"H × 30"W window is positioned on the long side wall for natural light and ventilation. The electrical system is centered on a 5kW solar hybrid inverter, a 48V battery bank (4× 100Ah LiFePO4), a DC fast charger, and a main distribution panel — all housed on the back wall. The exterior back wall provides a weatherproof main panel, a NEMA generator inlet, and solar roof input. All exterior electrical components are NEMA 3R or 4X rated.
$20,000
ARCA STORM
ARCA STORM is the power-upgraded tier of the Arca Medina 20ft Deployable Habitat Unit — built for extended off-grid operations where energy independence is non-negotiable. Every STORM unit ships with a high-performance PVC composite interior panel system replacing standard OSB, paired with an expanded LiFePO4 battery bank and an upgraded 10kW solar-hybrid inverter. The result is a sealed, insulated, structurally reinforced habitat that can run independently for days without external input. STORM is the preferred configuration for agricultural operations, remote industrial sites, and field teams that need a permanent-feel structure with full mobility. All ARCA TERRA features are included. Pricing reflects full configured build at point of sale.
$50,000
ARCA APEX
ARCA APEX is the fully autonomous configuration — Arca Medina’s highest-capability production unit. Built on the same ISO 20ft container platform as the TERRA and STORM, the APEX arrives fully equipped for permanent off-grid living or mission-critical field deployment. No shore power required. No grid connection. No compromises. Four roof-mounted solar panels feed a 10kW hybrid inverter and an 800Ah LiFePO4 battery bank. An auto-stop generator provides backup charging via DC fast charger when solar is insufficient. Internally, the APEX includes a full PVC composite interior build-out, macerator restroom system, and a kitchenette with sink, countertop, and cabinetry — everything required for extended human occupation without external services. Designed for scientific field teams, emergency response organizations, remote ranches, and anyone who needs a fully self-sufficient habitat deployable by flatbed in hours. All ARCA STORM features are included. The APEX is the final form.
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One platform · Four capability levels
Choose Your Configuration
Every ARCA unit ships on the same ISO 20ft container. The tiers determine what's inside — from off-grid-ready to fully autonomous.
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ARCA TERRA
Entry — Off-Grid Ready
$20,000
AM-20-HAB-001
Off-grid homesteaders · Remote workers
★ Most Popular
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ARCA STORM
Power-Ready — Extended Ops
$50,000
AM-20-HAB-002
Ranches · Industrial sites · Field teams
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ARCA APEX
Fully Autonomous
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AM-20-HAB-003
Emergency response · Scientific teams
★ Flagship
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ARCA HEARTH
Flagship — Full Habitat
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AM-20-HAB-004
Full-time living · Remote camps · Disaster relief housing
| Feature | TERRA | STORM | APEX | HEARTH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Foundation | ||||
| ISO 20ft Standard Dry Van container base | ||||
| Closed-cell spray foam insulation, vapor-sealed | ||||
| 2×3 stud framing + radiant barrier MDF sheathing | ||||
| Electrical rough-in + 100A distribution panel | ||||
| Mini-split HVAC (1-ton, 12,000 BTU — heat + cool) | ||||
| Interior Finish | ||||
| PVC composite interior panels (moisture-resistant) | ||||
| OSB radiant wall finish (entry standard) | ||||
| Power System | ||||
| Dual NEMA 14-50 exterior outlets (shore power / generator) | ||||
| 5kW solar-hybrid inverter | ||||
| Pre-wired solar roof conduit | ||||
| 400Ah LiFePO4 battery bank (4 × 100Ah) | ||||
| 600Ah LiFePO4 battery bank (6 × 100Ah) | ||||
| Autonomous Package | ||||
| 4× roof-mounted solar panels (400W each) | ||||
| Auto-stop backup generator integration | ||||
| DC fast charger system | ||||
| Plumbing & Living | ||||
| Full 3/4" PEX plumbing — hot + cold supply lines | ||||
| Shower stall (rainfall head, tempered glass, tiled base) | ||||
| Full-flush toilet + macerator pump (no gravity drain) | ||||
| On-demand propane tankless water heater | ||||
| 2-burner propane stove | ||||
| Kitchenette (undermount sink + solid cabinetry) | ||||
| Gray + black water drain systems (exterior stub-out) | ||||
| Exterior LP quick-connect port (stove, heater, generator tee) | ||||
| Propane direct-vent wall heater (30,000 BTU) | ||||
All tiers include full 20ft ISO container on a standard dry van frame. Custom configurations available on request.
Power planning
How Long Will Your Unit Run?
Configure your generator setup below — fuel type, tank size, and load — to see real runtime estimates per tier.
Fuel type
Most common fuel. Degrades in 30–90 days — use stabilizer for standby storage.
Tank size
3.5 gallons equivalent · gen burns 0.43 gal/hr at this load
Fuel price ($/gal)
$per gallon
Solar panels (400W each)
1,600W peak · ~700W avg
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Solar covers 58% of load avg · 500W remaining from battery/gen.
Your load
1,200W
200W1,250W2,500W3,750W5,000W
TERRA — 8h 8m / fillSTORM — 20h 56m / fillAPEX — 54h 13m / fill0.43 gal/hr · 8h 8m / tank
ARCA STORM
Generator + 400Ah Battery (4 × 100Ah)
Generator charges battery. Extends uninterrupted runtime before next refuel.
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$0.00 / day fuel
8h 8m
12h 48m
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Generator8h 8m
Battery12h 48m
ARCA APEX
Generator + 600Ah Battery (6 × 100Ah) · No Sun
Night or heavy overcast. Massive 600Ah battery buffer extends runtime significantly.
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$0.00 / day fuel
8h 8m
19h 12m
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Generator8h 8m
Battery19h 12m
ARCA APEX
Generator + 600Ah Battery (6 × 100Ah) + 4 × 400W Solar
Solar offsets ~700W avg → net draw only 500W from battery.
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$0.00 / day fuel
8h 8m
46h 5m
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Generator8h 8m
Battery (solar −58% load)46h 5m
Runtime per fill-up · 1,200W · Gasoline · 3.5 gal · 4 solar panels
$3.50/galTERRA
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per fill-up
$0.00/day
STORM
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per fill-up
$0.00/day
APEX · cloudy
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per fill-up
$0.00/day
APEX · sunny
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per fill-up
$0.00/day
LPG consumes ~25% more fuel volume than gasoline due to lower BTU density · Diesel consumes ~18% less · Fuel rates modeled as linear from 0.25 gal/hr idle to 1.0 gal/hr at rated load · Battery: 48V LiFePO₄ at 80% DoD · Solar avg = 175W per panel × 4 panels = 700W (assumes 5 peak-sun-hours/day).
Flagship Model
ARCA HEARTH
The fire at the center of anywhere.
Every other ARCA unit is built around power. The HEARTH is built around living. A fully plumbed, gas-powered habitat with a working shower, flush toilet, on-demand hot water, and a propane kitchenette — all inside an ISO 20 ft container, deployable anywhere on earth.
Propane feeds the stove, the tankless heater, and tees off to supply an outdoor generator or grill. Gray water and black water route independently to exterior stub-outs. The 5 kW solar-hybrid inverter ships standard, leaving the unit fully solar and battery upgradeable when you're ready.
Full Shower
Rainfall + handheld head, tempered glass enclosure, tiled base
Flush Toilet
Full-flush macerator system — no gravity drain required
On-Demand Hot Water
Propane tankless water heater — instant hot water anywhere
Kitchenette
2-burner propane stove, undermount sink, solid cabinetry
Full Plumbing
3/4" PEX hot + cold lines, gray + black water routed to exterior
Grid & Solar Ready
5kW solar-hybrid inverter, 100A panel, dual NEMA 14-50 outlets
SKU AM-20-HAB-004Container ISO 20 ft Standard Dry VanFootprint 20 × 8 × 8.5 ftGas Propane (LP) — stove, water heater, exterior portPricing Call for Quote