40ft High Cube Reefer Container – Used 2009, Tested

A Working 2009 40ft High Cube Reefer Ready to Plug In

Holding a setpoint for days without drifting is the one job a refrigerated container has to do. This 2009 40ft high cube unit pairs that cold-chain capability with the extra vertical clearance of a high cube body, so taller racking and stacked pallets fit where a standard-height reefer would force you to load short. It has been tested in working condition, which means the buying decision is about fit rather than function.

Operations that live or die on temperature buy these because a fixed, on-site reefer costs less over time than repeatedly renting cold space — and far less than losing a load of product to a spoiled batch. Owning the capacity also means it is available on the day you need it rather than the day a rental company can deliver.

Specifications at a Glance

• Condition grade: Used — tested in working condition
• Year: 2009 build
• External dimensions: 40' × 8' × 9'6"
• Internal dimensions (approx.): 39'5" × 7'8" × 8'10" for a high cube body
• Refrigeration: integral machinery requiring an appropriate site supply
• Insulation: foam-cored panel walls, floor, and ceiling
• Delivery: flat $500 to all 50 states, tax-inclusive pricing

Cold Storage for Kitchens, Growers, and Labs

The extra headroom is what pushes buyers toward a high cube reefer rather than a standard one.

• Restaurants and caterers needing dependable overflow cold storage
• Farms and orchards holding produce, dairy, or cut flowers post-harvest
• Breweries, wineries, and beverage makers staging temperature-sensitive stock
• Clinics and labs storing supplies within a controlled range
• Seasonal businesses scaling refrigeration up for a few months a year

Supply, Servicing, and Getting It Delivered

Start with power. Confirm the voltage, phase, and available capacity at your placement point, and have an electrician assess the connection before the unit arrives. Then plan for servicing: leave room at the machinery end for airflow and technician access, and set the container level so the door seals sit true. A reefer is heavier than a dry box of the same size, so the approach needs to carry the truck as well as clear it — roughly 80 feet of straight run and 15 feet of overhead. Delivery is a flat $500 to all 50 states. For another high cube reefer to compare against, see the Carrier PrimeLINE high cube unit. All cooled stock appears in the cold storage container listings, dry bodies of the same length are in the 40-foot range, and our team can confirm power requirements before you order.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does tested in working condition mean?

It means the refrigeration unit has been run and confirmed to operate rather than sold on the assumption that it will. As with any used machinery, we recommend having a refrigeration technician commission it after placement and set up a service schedule, since ongoing performance depends on maintenance as much as starting condition.

Why choose a high cube reefer?

The extra foot of body height gives roughly 8'10" of internal clearance instead of standard height, once the insulated floor and ceiling are accounted for. That is the difference between fitting a tall pallet stack or a racking tier and having to load short, which matters more in cold storage where every trip costs energy.

How long can it hold temperature during a power cut?

The insulated shell buys you time, but not indefinitely, and how much depends on the setpoint, ambient temperature, and how full the container is. If your stock cannot tolerate a warm-up, plan for backup power. A well-packed reefer holds its temperature longer than a mostly empty one.