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40ft Refrigerated Container – Used, PTI Certified

$6,695
SKU: CCH-10092
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40ft Used Refrigerated Container ✅ Fully Functional Refrigeration System – Ready to go! ✅ PTI Certified – Professionally pre-inspected and tested before delivery ✅ Wind & Watertight – Sealed tight to withstand harsh weather ✅ Wide Temperature Range…

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The 40ft Refrigerated Container is a mobile cold storage unit for the secure transport and storage of temperature-sensitive cargo. With a durable steel frame and insulated sandwich panels, it carries an integrated refrigeration system that holds precise internal conditions. It is a standard fit for logistics operations, cold chain management, and auxiliary storage across many industries.

Key Features

  • Precise temperature control: The integrated refrigeration unit holds a consistent range, adjustable from -22°F to +86°F (-30°C to +30°C), for a wide variety of frozen or chilled goods.
  • Robust insulated construction: Walls combine a steel frame with a polyurethane foam sandwich roughly 10-12 cm thick for thermal efficiency and structural integrity.
  • Efficient air circulation: A T-shaped aluminum floor supports "bottom air delivery," circulating cold air evenly from the floor up through the goods.
  • Durable and hygienic interior: The interior lining resists moisture and is easy to clean, supporting hygiene standards for food-related storage.
  • Secure rear door access: Double-wing doors at one end use a continuous rubber gasket seal to prevent air leakage and are secured with multiple galvanized locking rods.
  • Standardized dimensions: Built to industry-standard external dimensions for compatibility with standard road chassis, rail, and ocean freight equipment.

Refrigerated containers, known as "reefers," are specialized intermodal containers for transporting perishable goods that need temperature control. Unlike standard dry containers, a reefer carries an end-mounted refrigeration unit that compresses and evaporates refrigerant in a continuous loop to remove heat from the sealed interior.

The 40ft model is among the most widely used sizes for large-scale logistics, offering substantial internal volume while staying maneuverable. Operation needs a consistent power supply, typically a 460V 3-phase connection from a generator, a vessel outlet, or a terminal point. The unit's microprocessor allows precise temperature settings and monitors the internal atmosphere, which is critical for preserving product quality and reducing spoilage during transit or storage. Its robust design lets it be stacked when loaded, making it efficient for storage yards and vessel transport.

Technical Specifications

  • External dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 12.19 m x 2.44 m x 2.89 m (40' x 8' x 9'6")
  • Internal dimensions (L x W x H): approx. 11.56 m x 2.28 m x 2.50 m
  • Internal cubic capacity: approx. 60–67 m³
  • Temperature range: -30°C to +30°C (-22°F to +86°F)
  • Power requirement: 380/460V AC, 3-Phase, 50/60Hz
  • Material: Steel frame / polyurethane foam insulation
  • Flooring: Aluminum T-Floor

This 40ft refrigerated container is intended for commercial and industrial use and is compatible with standard heavy goods vehicle trailers, rail cars, and container ships. Its primary applications include cold chain logistics, keeping frozen foods (meat, seafood, ice cream) and chilled produce (dairy, fruits, vegetables) intact during transport; pharmaceutical storage, providing a controlled environment for medicines, vaccines, and biologics that need stable, cool conditions; on-site cold storage, adding frozen or chilled capacity for caterers, grocery distributors, agricultural operations, or seasonal events; and industrial applications, storing temperature-sensitive materials, chemicals, or phase-changing materials.

Package Includes

  • 1 x 40ft High Cube Refrigerated Container
  • 1 x Integrated Nose-Mounted Refrigeration Unit
  • Container is sold as a standalone unit. Power cables, generators, or temperature monitoring services are not included unless specified separately.

What a 40ft Refrigerated Container for Sale Replaces

Owning a 40ft refrigerated container for sale usually replaces two things at once: a monthly cold storage rental and the scramble that happens when a walk-in fails during a busy week. A reefer of this size gives you a sealed, insulated chamber with its own machinery, adjustable across a range that covers both chilled and frozen product, sited wherever you have power and a level pad.

The economics tend to favor ownership faster than people expect. Rented cold space is billed indefinitely, while a purchased unit is a one-time cost with resale value and no dependence on someone else's capacity during peak season.

Specifications at a Glance

  • External dimensions: 40' x 8' x 9'6" high cube body
  • Temperature range: adjustable from roughly -30°C to +30°C (-22°F to 86°F)
  • Insulation: steel frame with polyurethane sandwich panels around 10-12 cm thick
  • Air flow: T-shaped aluminum floor for bottom air delivery through the load
  • Interior: moisture-resistant, wipe-clean lining suited to food handling
  • Doors: insulated double-wing rear doors with continuous gasket seal
  • Note on interior size: internal dimensions are smaller than a dry 40ft box because of the insulated panels and evaporator housing
  • Delivery: flat $500 to all 50 states, tax-inclusive pricing

Cold Storage Roles for a Reefer Container

A reefer is at its best where demand for cold space is seasonal, temporary, or growing faster than your building can.

  • Restaurants, caterers, and grocers holding overflow chilled and frozen stock
  • Growers and packers staging produce between harvest and pickup
  • Breweries, cideries, and beverage distributors managing cold-conditioned stock
  • Florists and nurseries holding cut stems and bulbs at set temperatures
  • Event, festival, and disaster-response cold storage on temporary sites
  • Backup capacity while an existing walk-in cooler is down for service

Power, Siting, and Ordering a Reefer

Power is the first question, not the last. Refrigeration machinery in this class needs a suitable dedicated supply, so confirm the electrical requirement for this unit with our team and have an electrician prepare the connection before delivery. Site it level, leave clear air space around the machinery end for the condenser, and keep the door end accessible for loading. Compare units across the refrigerated containers for sale and the wider reefer category, or look at a used 20ft reefer if a smaller footprint suits your yard better.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a chiller or a freezer?

Both, within its range. The control setpoint covers chilled holding for produce, dairy, and beverages as well as frozen storage, which is why a single reefer can cover several product types across a season. Set it for the strictest product you store rather than switching between ranges frequently.

Can it run on a generator?

Reefers are commonly run from generator sets on temporary sites, provided the generator is correctly sized for the compressor's starting and running load and delivers stable power. Talk to your electrician about sizing, and ask us to confirm the unit's electrical requirement so the specification is based on the right numbers.

How much clearance does the machinery need?

Leave the condenser end genuinely open, not tucked against a wall or fence. Restricted airflow makes the unit work harder and run longer than it needs to. Also keep the pad level so the doors seal squarely, since a leaking gasket costs far more in running time than most owners realize.

SKUCCH-10092
ConditionUsed (Cargo Worthy)
External dimensions40' × 8' × 8'6" (L × W × H)
Door opening7'8" × 7'6" (W × H)
Internal dimensionsReduced by insulation, lining, or fit-out — confirm exact internals with our team before ordering racking or equipment
Delivery clearance neededApprox. 80 ft of straight approach and ~15 ft overhead for tilt-bed delivery
Categories40ft Containers, Refrigerated Containers for Sale, Storage Containers for Sale
AvailabilityAvailable to order — nationwide delivery

We deliver to all 50 states for a flat $500 per order — the same price regardless of container size, quantity, or distance. That fee is added in your cart and at checkout, and there is no distance or size surcharge. A tilt-bed truck slides the container to ground level and places it as close as safely possible to where you want it.

Need help preparing your site or choosing the right delivery method? Call us at (440) 379-3940 or request a quote.

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