Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon is a heat pump (hybrid electric) water heater from Bradford White with a 65 gallon rated tank and a 82 gallon first-hour rating at a 4.2 UEF — 1181 kWh/yr certified use, 44.6 in tall.
Our take
Three class distinctions converge here: a 4.20 UEF at the 93rd percentile (about $201 a year, below the class median despite High-draw testing), the shortest integrated body in the 65-gallon cohort at 44.6 inches, and a light 19 A draw on a 25 A breaker. First-hour delivery is 82 gallons — 4 above the median — with 462% recovery efficiency near the class top. What it lacks is connectivity, so no demand-response programs. R-134a, 37 °F cutoff. Bradford White and JETGLAS certify the same hardware; either badge buys the same excellent machine.
Best for: Top-tier economics under low ceilings on a modest circuit.
Trade-off: No smart features — utility program rebates requiring connectivity are out.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
4.2
Annual electricity use
1181 kWh/yr
Recovery efficiency
462 %
General
Fuel
Electric
Capacity
First-hour rating
82 gal
Rated storage volume
65 gal
Draw pattern
High
Heat pump
Heat pump type
240 Volt Integrated HPWH
Refrigerant (GWP)
R-134a (GWP:1430)
Compressor low-temp cutoff
37 °F
Installation
Input voltage
240
Max current draw
19 A
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Height
44.6 in
Diameter
22 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Who is the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon for?
Its 82 gallon first-hour rating suits a
household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
Estimated running cost: about $201/year at the national
average electricity rate (1181 kWh/yr certified use).
Needs a 240 V circuit; at 19 A max draw plan for a 25 A breaker (NEC 125% continuous-load rule).
The heat pump compressor operates down to 37 °F ambient — below that, backup
elements take over.
Compare the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon
The Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon is certified hardware that Bradford White and its partner brands
publish under 2 names. The same specifications apply to every
variant:
Is the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 4.2).
How much does the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $201 per year at national average energy rates, based on its certified annual energy use under the DOE test draw pattern. Your rate and usage change this figure.
What electrical circuit does the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon need?
The Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon runs on a 240 V circuit drawing up to 19 A; per the NEC 125% continuous-load rule plan for at least a 25 A breaker (check the installation manual for the required circuit).
Is the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the Bradford White RE2HP65-1NCTT 65-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
