Refrigerated Shipping Containers For Sale Today

These refrigerated shipping containers provide a standardized way to handle temperature-controlled storage and transport. Built from weathering-resistant materials, they are engineered to hold precise internal environments for many temperature-sensitive goods. Each unit is a converted ISO container, originally built for intermodal freight and later fitted with an integrated refrigeration system.

Key Features

• Integrated refrigeration unit: Each container carries a factory-installed or retrofitted, commercially available refrigeration system common in cold chain logistics.
• Standardized dimensions: Built to standard ISO freight container external dimensions for transport via flatbed truck, rail, or vessel without special permitting in most cases.
• Durable steel construction: The primary structure uses COR-TEN steel built to withstand ocean freight and outdoor storage.
• Cargo restraint points: The interior floor is typically plywood or aluminum planking over steel cross members, with integrated lashing rings for securing cargo in transit.
• Digital temperature control: An external digital display and control panel let operators set and monitor the interior temperature without entering the container.
• Insulated panels: Walls, floor, and ceiling are insulated with polyurethane foam to minimize thermal transfer and ease the refrigeration unit's workload.

A refrigerated shipping container, often called a "reefer," works as a mobile cold storage unit. It is designed to hold a consistent internal temperature, typically from -20°F to over 40°F depending on the specific model and ambient external conditions.

The unit runs on a standard three-phase electrical connection that powers the compressor and fan system. Cold air circulates through the container via a T-shaped floor track for even temperature distribution across the cargo area, and this forced-air system prevents hot spots and maintains the integrity of stored products.

The exterior is fabricated from heavy-gauge weathering steel chosen for durability and corrosion resistance across climates. The doors carry heavy-duty locking gear and cam bars for a secure, airtight seal when closed.

For businesses needing temporary or permanent expansion of cold chain capacity, these containers offer a scalable alternative to brick-and-mortar cold storage construction. They can be placed on a prepared level surface, connected to power, and made operational quickly, and their mobility allows relocation if storage needs change.

Technical Specifications

• External dimensions (standard): Length 20 ft or 40 ft; Width 8 ft; Height 8 ft 6 in (standard) / 9 ft 6 in (high cube)
• Internal dimensions (approximate): Length 18 ft (20 ft unit) / 38 ft (40 ft unit); Width 7 ft 7 in; Height 7 ft 5 in (standard) / 8 ft 5 in (high cube)
• Temperature range: Typically configurable from -20°F to +40°F, depending on ambient conditions and unit specification.
• Power requirements: 230/460 Volt, 3-Phase electrical connection required for refrigeration unit operation.
• Insulation material: Polyurethane foam injected between interior and exterior steel panels.
• Door configuration: One set of double doors at one end, opening to 270 degrees.
• Material: COR-TEN (weathering) steel exterior and interior lining.

These refrigerated containers are intended for commercial and industrial applications needing secure, mobile cold storage. They suit agricultural storage, holding harvested produce such as apples, citrus fruits, or root vegetables at controlled temperatures; food distribution, acting as temporary cold storage for caterers, grocery distributors, or food banks; floral preservation, storing cut flowers and botanicals that need consistent cool temperatures; industrial material storage, keeping temperature-sensitive adhesives, paints, or certain chemical compounds stable before use; and event support, providing cold storage for perishable goods at fairs, festivals, or large-scale catering events.

Package Includes

• (1) Refrigerated Shipping Container
• (1) Integrated Refrigeration Unit with external digital controller
• (1) Set of operational keys for door locking mechanisms
• Pre-operational check and certification of the refrigeration unit