40FT Reefer Container
40FT Reefer container, gensets and reefer units are available in various sizes. We are asked about these dimensions on a regular basis. On this page we explain the 40ft reefer dimensions!
What is a 40ft reefer container?
A reefer container is used for refrigerated storage and transport of goods. Most of the time they are used for fresh food products and medicinal goods. Reefers, also called refrigerated containers, are designed in such a way that the cooling of the goods happens efficiently. First of all, the container has a reefer unit. This is a machine that ensures that the internal temperature of the container is regulated. Cooled air circulates through the container. A reefer container is isolated much better than a regular shipping container so the reefer can use its energy efficiently.
Furthermore, the internal design of the reefer contributes to this energy efficiency. The T-floor in reefer containers makes it possible to cool products also from the bottom up.
Dimensions
A reefer container is most often available in three different sizes or dimensions: 10ft, 20ft and 40ft. A high cube container is about 30 cm higher.
Internal dimensions:
- Length: 11,590 meter
- Width: 2,294 meter
- Height: 2,557 meter
External dimensions:
- Length: 12,192 meter
- Width: 2,438 meter
- Height: 2,896 meter
The dimensions of a reefer container can always deviate from the sizes mentioned above. This is an indication of the most common reefer container sizes.
Maintaining 40ft reefer containers
At Harbour Reefer Service we are specialized in maintaining and repairing reefer containers and gensets. All our reefers are tested by PTI and we make sure that all needed maintenance gets done. Do you want to know more about our reefer services? Please contact us!