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.

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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

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