40ft Reefer Container With Side Doors For Sale

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40 ft Refrigerated Container with Side Doors

Category: Reefer & Insulated

Need a single unit that combines bulk capacity, rapid loading and unloading, and precise temperature control? Meet Tradecorp’s 40 ft side-access reefer—one of the most flexible 40' refrigerated containers on the market. Whether you’re a produce distributor seeking cross-dock speed, a pharma firm demanding tight temperature ranges, or a caterer requiring on-site cold storage solutions, this 40 ft refrigerated container delivers.

Why Choose a 40 Foot Shipping Container with Side Doors?

Triple Door Openings for Faster Turns

Standard reefers only have rear cargo doors; our design adds two full-height side openings. Forklifts can enter through the rear, or you can swing an open side door and grab a single pallet positioned mid-bay. Less shuffling, less downtime.

High-Capacity, High-Cube Convenience

At 2,386 cu ft (67.6 m³), this reefer holds up to 27 metric tons. Need even more headroom? Ask about the 40 ft HC (high cube) version—one extra foot of interior height for tall skids or roll-in carts.

Mobile, Modular Cold Rooms

Place the unit on a tilt bed trailer and relocate in minutes. Park it behind a grocery, use it as festival site storage, or line multiple boxes together for a pop-up distribution hub.

Buy or Rent—Your Choice

Tradecorp offers every configuration as a cash purchase or flexible lease. Looking for a 40ft reefer container for sale? We have stock nationwide. Prefer to test-drive? Rent month-to-month, then convert to ownership later.

Key Performance Highlights

Feature Benefit
Side Access through dual 13 ft doors Rapid pallet retrieval; no tunnel walk
Digital microprocessor temperature control Set-points from –30 °C to +30 °C
Food-grade stainless interior & T-bar floor Meets HACCP and FDA guidelines
Energy-efficient scroll refrigeration unit Low amp draw, whisper quiet
Built to ISO standards / CSC plated Legal for international refrigerated shipping
Factory pre trip inspection Arrives calibrated, leak-free, and ready to run
Optional additional features Cold curtains, GPS telematics, humidity sensors

FEATURES

SPECIFICATIONS

External dimensions L 40’ x W 8’ x H 8.6’ L 12 m x W 2,4 m x H 2,6 m
Volume 2.386 cu ft 67.6 m³
Tare weight 7.540 lbs 3.420 kgs
Max payload 59.660 lbs 27.060 kgs
Max cargo 67.200 lbs 34.480 kgs

How Side Access Saves Money

  1. Touch-Once Picking – Drive a pallet jack through the side openings, pull a single SKU, and close the door—no full unload reload cycle.
  2. Reduced Door Heat Gain – Less time with the rear doors open means the reefer recovers to set-point faster, saving energy and preserving product.
  3. Streamlined Cross-Dock – Position multiple containers perpendicular to the warehouse; forklifts can shuttle directly from dock plate to shipping container with side doors.

The Purchase & Delivery Timeline

DayMilestone
0Confirm quote for 40 foot reefer container for sale or rental
1–2Sign e-docs + pay deposit
3–5Unit released from nearest depot; undergoes final pre trip check
5–7Dispatch on flatbed or tilt bed to your site
7+Plug in, load, and start earning revenue

 

Need faster? Ask for “same-day release” on pre-positioned inventory.

6 | Industries Leveraging 40 ft Side-Door Reefers

  • Fresh Produce & Floral – Rapid slotting by commodity; reduce bruising.
  • Dairy & Ice Cream – Maintain –20 °C hard-frozen chain in peak summer.
  • Event Catering – Park behind a stadium; side doors convert to pass-thru cold pantry.
  • Pharmaceutical Logistics – Secure, GMP-grade storage solutions while awaiting QA release.
  • Seafood Exporters – Buy used shipping containers with side doors, pre-chill product dockside, then rail to port.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a 40 foot reefer container for sale brand-new or refurbished?

Tradecorp offers both factory-new and “one-trip” units. Each is CSC certified and pressure-tested, with warranty coverage on the refrigeration package.

What about high ambient climates?

Our scroll compressors maintain –18 °C even when ambient hits +50 °C, making them ideal for Gulf Coast summers.

Can I get telemetry or fuel-saver mods?

Yes—add remote temperature logging, door-open alerts, variable-speed fans, solar trickle chargers, and diesel gensets for blackout resilience.

Do side doors compromise structural strength?

No. Reinforced header beams and corner posts preserve ISO stacking ratings. Units remain fully cargo worthy.

Rent vs. Buy—Making the Call

ScenarioRentBuy
Short project (less than 12 mo)
Permanent distribution hub
Budget cap-ex freeze
Custom branding / modifications
Asset depreciation strategy

 

Whichever path fits, Tradecorp structures contracts to convert rentals into purchases later—locking in today’s price.

9 | Optional Add-Ons & Service Programs

  • Cold Curtains – Slash heat infiltration during frequent door openings.
  • Ramps & Pallet Guides – Safe forklift ingress/egress at ground level.
  • Partition Walls – Split into chilled (+2 °C) and frozen (–18 °C) zones.
  • Full-Service Plan – Quarterly filter swaps, gas re-charge, and USDA wash-outs.

Compliance & Quality Assurance

  • Built under ISO 1496-2 and CSC for sea transport
  • HACCP-ready interior lining
  • CE-marked control gear
  • UL-listed electrical panels

Each reefer ships with complete manuals, wiring diagrams, and temperature-map validation certificates.

Next Steps—Lock In Your Container

  1. Click “Inquire Now.”
  2. Specify “40ft reefer container for sale” or rental.
  3. Select standard or high cube (HC).
  4. Pick your depot and target delivery time.
  5. Confirm any additional features or branding.

A Tradecorp specialist responds within hours—because missing a cold-chain deadline is not an option.

Tradecorp: Cold Chain Confidence on Four Steel Walls

From orchard to outlet, lab to loading dock, our 40 foot side-door reefers keep your inventory safe, your schedule tight, and your costs predictable. When your business relies on uninterrupted cold, rely on Tradecorp—the leader in innovative, portable, and dependable refrigerated shipping assets.

Ready to expand your fleet? Contact Tradecorp today to buy or rent the most versatile 40 foot shipping container with side doors on the market.

Sales, Rentals, Custom Order, and Turnkey Solutions

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We are always available to answer any questions or concerns you may have about our products and services. one of our team members will contact you as soon as possible after you fill out and submit the form.

Have Any Questions?

Tradecorp supplies high-quality new and used shipping containers for sale throughout the Americas. Our experienced container consultants can walk you through the purchase process to identify the perfect container that best suits your requirement. Please fill-out the contact form and one of our staff will be in touch.

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