This professional-grade reefer container maintains a stable temperature between -30°C and +30°C, with selected models capable of reaching -40°C for specialised cold chain applications. It is ideal for exporters, food processors, fishing companies, cold storage facilities, medical suppliers and logistics operators.

Manufactured to ISO and CSC standards, the unit features a stainless steel food-grade interior, durable aluminium or Corten steel exterior, thick insulated walls and an advanced refrigeration system from trusted brands such as Carrier or Thermo King.

Industrial Containers supplies 40ft refrigerated containers and 40ft high cube reefers nationwide, delivering to Gauteng, Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Eastern Cape, Limpopo, Mpumalanga, Free State, North West and Northern Cape.

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 Standard Technical Specifications

Standard 40ft Reefer

• External Length: 12.19 m (40 ft)

• External Width: 2.44 m (8 ft)

• External Height: 2.59 m (8 ft 6 in)

• Internal Length: ±11.56 m

• Internal Width: ±2.26 m

• Internal Height: ±2.24 m

• Cubic Capacity: ±58 – 59 m³

• Temperature Range: -30°C to +30°C

• Tare Weight: ±4,800 kg

• Payload Capacity: ±25,000 kg

• Power Supply: 3-phase 32 Amp, 460V (ISO CEE plug)

40ft High Cube Reefer (Extra Height)

• External Height: 2.90 m (9 ft 6 in)

• Internal Height: ±2.54 m

• Cubic Capacity: ±67 m³

• Payload Capacity: up to ±30,560 kg

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 Key Features & Benefits

• Precise Thermostatic Control for chilled and frozen storage

• High-Performance Insulation for energy-efficient cooling

• Food-Grade Stainless Steel Interior for hygiene compliance

• Advanced Refrigeration Units (Carrier / Thermo King)

• T-Bar Aluminium Floor for uniform airflow distribution

• Temperature Data Logging for cargo monitoring and audits

• Automatic Drainage System to manage condensation

• Export & Shipping Ready – ISO & CSC certified

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 Ideal Applications

• Frozen food and meat storage

• Fruit, vegetables and dairy exports

• Pharmaceutical and vaccine storage

• Cold chain logistics and shipping

• Seafood and fishing industry

• Large-scale cold room and freezer solutions

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 Frequently Asked Questions – 40ft Reefer Containers South Africa

What is a 40ft refrigerated container used for?
It is used for transporting and storing temperature-sensitive goods such as frozen foods, fresh produce and pharmaceuticals.

What temperature range does it support?
Standard units operate from -30°C to +30°C, with specialised units reaching -40°C.

What is the difference between standard and high cube reefers?
A High Cube reefer offers extra internal height and larger capacity, ideal for high-volume cold storage.

What power supply is required?
Most 40ft reefers require 3-phase 32 Amp, 460V power with a standard ISO plug.

Do you deliver across South Africa?
Yes. Industrial Containers offers nationwide delivery to all provinces.