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40ft Shipping Containers SKU AU-UC40HCRF2
40ft High Cube Refrigerated Container – Industrial Cold Store (Used)
40ft High Cube Refrigerated Container – Industrial Cold Store (Used). Inspected used unit; wear disclosed. 12.19 × 2.44 m × 2.90 m external. Priced in AUD including GST; delivery Australia-wide from Port Macquarie is quoted per unit.
- Condition
- Used – inspected
- Availability
- In stock
- Size
- 40ft HC
- 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)12,192 × 2,438 × 2,896 mm
- Tare weight9,590 lb (≈4,350 kg)
ISO reference dimensions; values marked approx. vary slightly by production batch. Ask us to confirm any critical measurement before ordering.
Drawn to scale from the listed external dimensions. High cube: roughly 300 mm more internal height than a standard container.
Key features
- Size & Type: 40-foot high cube refrigerated container
- Condition: Wind & water tight – structurally sound – sold as-is
- Refrigeration Unit: Previously operational; current functionality not guaranteed
- Interior: Clean stainless steel liner with full insulation coverage
- Exterior: Reinforced top rail with minor cosmetic impact
- Flooring: Aluminium T-bar over insulated base – intact and load-bearing
- Doors: Full swing double doors with locking cams and sealed gaskets
This reefer container offers maximum usable volume, excellent thermal retention, and rugged durability — making it a practical solution for clients seeking cold storage without the premium of newer units.
Why it works on site
- Top rail impact has been reinforced — no compromise to container stability
- Insulation remains sealed and effective
- Aluminium flooring is structurally intact – suitable for heavy pallet loads
- Door gaskets are fully intact and pliable for sealing
All containers are visually inspected prior to dispatch. Documentation and internal photos are available upon request.
Typical applications
Food & beverage cold storage
Suited for catering firms, food distribution centers, or grocers needing overflow or mobile cold chain units.
Medical & pharmaceutical use
Supports vaccine or pharmaceutical storage under controlled temperatures (non-GMP environments).
Agricultural processing
Useful for fresh produce pre-cooling, flower holding, or field-to-shelf staging between harvest and dispatch.
Industrial & manufacturing
Preserves chemicals, adhesives, or temperature-sensitive materials requiring thermal protection during staging or curing.
Temporary & seasonal use
Perfect for outdoor events, festivals, seasonal businesses, or construction sites requiring on-site cold storage.
Condition
This used 40FT high cube refrigerated container is sold as-is. The unit contains reinforced top rail damage that does not affect insulation, internal volume, or floor structure. While the refrigeration unit was previously operational, current functionality is not guaranteed and is not tested post-listing.
Buyers seeking passive cold storage or refurbishing for active use will find this container to be a cost-effective and structurally sound solution.
Industrial-Grade cold storage – reinforced, insulated, and ready
The 40FT High Cube Refrigerated Container (Used) delivers large-scale cold storage capacity with the core structural integrity your operations demand. Built with insulated walls, a stainless steel interior, and wind & water tight protection, this container is designed to store and preserve temperature-sensitive goods in a wide range of industries — from agriculture to pharmaceuticals and beyond.
This unit is sold as-is, includes a previously operational cooling unit, and features a structurally reinforced top rail. No active cooling function is guaranteed, but insulation integrity remains intact.
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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