Reefer Container
What is a reefer container?
Reefer containers, also known as refrigerated containers, are used to transport commodities that need to be kept cool while in transportation. Fruit, vegetables, dairy products, and meat are common items shipped in this type of container. Refrigeration units are installed in reefer containers and are connected to the ship’s electrical power source.
Size and capacity of a reefer container
Below dimensions reflect the majority of containers available. The specific dimensions and capacities can vary and depends on different parameters such as the age of the container and the container manufacturer.
20′ reefer container
Tare weight
3,080 kg
6,791.4 lbs
Payload capacity
27,400 kg
60,417 lbs
Cubic capacity
28,3 m3
999 cu ft
Internal length
5.44 m
17.9 ft
Internal width
2.29 m
7.5 ft
Internal height
2.27 m
7.5 ft
Door opening width
2.23 m
7.3 ft
Door opening height
2.10 m
6.9 ft
40′ reefer container
Tare weight
4,800 kg
10,584 lbs
Payload capacity
27,700 kg
61,078.5 lbs
Cubic capacity
59.3 m3
2,093.3 cu ft
Internal length
11.56 m
37.9 ft
Internal width
2.28 m
7.5 ft
Internal height
2.25 m
7.4 ft
Door opening width
2.29 m
7.5 ft
Door opening height
2.26 m
7.4 ft
