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20ft Shipping Containers SKU AU-UC20RF
20ft Refrigerated Container – Operational Reefer (Used)
20ft Refrigerated Container – Operational Reefer (Used). Inspected used unit; wear disclosed. 6.06 × 2.44 m × 2.59 m external. Priced in AUD including GST; delivery Australia-wide from Port Macquarie is quoted per unit.
- Condition
- Used – inspected
- Availability
- In stock
- Size
- 20ft
- Australia-wide delivery$745 per unit in the standard service area, shown at checkout
- Processing 1–3 business daysDelivery typically 4–7 business days after processing
- 6 months limited warrantyAustralian Consumer Law rights unaffected
- Bank transfer or cardCard is paid through a secure link on your tax invoice; unit prepared after payment is confirmed
Key specifications
Technical summary
- External (L × W × H)6,058 × 2,438 × 2,591 mm
- Internal (approx.)5,440 × 2,286 × 2,240 mm
- Tare weight2,990 kg
- InsulationPressure-injected foam with low thermal conductivity
ISO reference dimensions; values marked approx. vary slightly by production batch. Ask us to confirm any critical measurement before ordering.
Values marked ≈ are typical for this design and vary slightly by production batch.
Product overview
Engineered Cold Storage. Delivered Ready to Run.
The 20FT Refrigerated Shipping Container is a compact, industrial-grade cold storage solution, ideal for both stationary and mobile use. Fully insulated, corrosion-resistant, and equipped with a powerful refrigeration unit, this container is engineered to maintain controlled internal climates for high-demand cold chain applications.
From pharmaceutical staging to seafood storage and agricultural cooling, this reefer container delivers precise temperature management in an easy-to-deploy footprint.
Each unit undergoes a full Pre-Trip Inspection (PTI) and comes with operational documentation, electrical specifications, and startup guidance.
Typical applications
Cold chain logistics
Supports the flow of perishable goods in commercial distribution, including third-party logistics operators, exporters, and last-mile hubs.
Food storage & transport
Perfect for produce, seafood, dairy, meat, or bakery operations needing on-site cooling or mobile supply chain support.
Pharmaceutical & biotech use
Maintains consistent storage temperatures for drug inventory, vaccines, blood products, lab reagents, and critical biotech materials.
Events & catering operations
Provides mobile refrigeration for large-scale catering events, outdoor kitchens, food service stations, and temporary cold rooms.
Agricultural cooling
Supports short-term and harvest-phase storage of fruits, vegetables, flowers, or dairy products directly on or near farm operations.
Certification and inspection
Every 20FT Reefer Container is delivered with:
- Full PTI report (Pre-Trip Inspection) verifying cooling function under operational load
- Verified insulation integrity and structural readiness
- Internal sanitation check and floor inspection
- Power compatibility and plug-in test guidance
- Optional runtime verification for mission-critical applications
Units are plug-in ready and designed for quick commissioning in commercial or field environments.
Condition
Used – inspected. Expect honest signs of service such as dents, scratches, previous markings and surface rust; structural soundness is checked before dispatch. Ask for current photos of the actual unit with your quote.
Supply and compliance notes
- Certifications, inclusions, condition and measured dimensions are confirmed on the quotation and at pre-dispatch inspection.
- Confirm council, planning and building approval requirements for the intended site and use before ordering.
- Electrical, plumbing and drainage connections must be completed by appropriately licensed trades.
Customisation
Personnel doors, windows, electrical fit-outs, lighting, insulation, air conditioning, shelving, lockboxes, flooring, internal lining, partitions and plumbing can be specified through a quote. Tell us how the unit will be used and we will confirm what suits it.
Custom solutionsDelivery
Delivery is coordinated Australia-wide from the Port Macquarie. Processing takes 1–3 business days; delivery is typically 4–7 business days after processing. The standard charge is $745 per unit (incl. GST) within our standard service area and is shown at checkout once you enter your postcode. Remote, restricted-access, multi-unit and oversize deliveries are confirmed by quotation.
Tilt tray: A straight run behind the placement point (typically about 2.5× the container length plus the truck), firm level ground and clear overhead height. The most common option for 6ft–20ft units: the tray tilts and the container slides off onto the ground.
Side loader: Clear space along one side of the truck for the stabiliser legs and the two lifting cranes, and room to park parallel to the drop. Lifts the container off the chassis and sets it down beside the vehicle; the usual choice for 20ft and 40ft units.
Hiab / crane truck: Firm ground for the outriggers and a placement point within the crane's reach. Suits sites where the unit has to go over a fence or into a corner a tilt tray cannot reach; reach depends on the crane model and the unit weight.
Illustrative only. Figures are typical; we confirm the vehicle and access with you before dispatch.
Site access
Before delivery, check for a firm, level placement area, clear truck access and turning room, gate width, overhead power lines and trees, and soft ground after rain. A tilt tray typically needs a straight run behind the placement point; side loaders need clear space along one side. Our team confirms the right vehicle with you before dispatch.
Warranty
Pre-owned units carry a 6 months limited voluntary warranty from delivery covering structural integrity and weather tightness, excluding disclosed cosmetic wear. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law are not limited by this warranty. Warranty policy · Returns
Questions
Frequently asked about this unit
Is the refrigeration unit tested before dispatch?
Operational reefers are pre-trip inspected (PTI) before release. The unit model, refrigerant and power requirement are shown in the specification table and confirmed on the quotation.
What power supply does a reefer need?
Reefers run on three-phase power (typically 380–460 V). A licensed electrician must install the connection on site; we can quote a transformer or genset if three-phase power is not available.
Is GST included?
Every price on the site is in Australian dollars and includes 10% GST. Your tax invoice itemises the GST component.
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