20ft Reefer Shipping Container — First-Trip

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First-trip version, this 20 ft Reefer container offers 28.4 m3 for 10 Euro pallets, with a certified new refrigeration unit. Guaranteed maximum quality for the cold chain and the transport of perishable goods.

Dimensions (LxWxH)
6.1 m × 2.4 m × 2.6 m
Floor area
12,5 m²
Volume
28,4 m³

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20ft Reefer Shipping Container — First-Trip
20ft Reefer Shipping Container — First-Trip
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      Technical specifications

      External dimensions6,058 m × 2,438 m × 2,591 m
      Internal dimensions5,456 m × 2,294 m × 2,273 m
      Door clearance2,290 m × 2,264 m
      Tare weight2 840 kg
      Payload27 230 kg
      Volume28,4 m³
      Floor area12,5 m²
      MaterialsFully welded Corten
      Floor typeAluminium rail
      Door opening270°
      Temperature-25°C à +25°C
      CertificationsCSC
      TypeConteneur Reefer
      Reference (SKU)conteneur-20-pieds-reefer-premier-voyage
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      Reefer ; Refrigerated Container

      What is a Reefer container?

      A Reefer container — short for refrigerated — is an active refrigerated unit. Unlike an ordinary transport box, it carries an integrated refrigeration unit made by a leading manufacturer (Carrier, Thermoking, Daikin) that continuously produces and regulates cold. The set-point temperature is held between −25 °C and +25 °C, regardless of outside conditions.

      This is what fundamentally distinguishes the Reefer from an isothermal container. An isothermal container is passive: its insulated walls merely slow heat exchange without ever producing cold; the temperature always drifts in the end. The Reefer, by contrast, is active: it actively compensates for heat ingress and maintains the set point for as long as it is supplied with electricity.

      This active regulation makes the Reefer the benchmark for maritime transport under cold chain. Frozen goods, fresh produce, cut flowers, vaccines and medicines, fine wines: all cargo whose quality depends on a stable temperature travels in a Reefer. The container continuously logs the temperature, making it possible to prove on arrival that the cold chain was never broken.

      • Active refrigeration unit

        The integrated unit regulates temperature between −25 °C and +25 °C to within a degree. Electronic monitoring continuously records the set point — proof that the cold chain was maintained from start to finish of the transit.
      • Three-phase power supply

        The refrigeration unit connects to a 380-460 V three-phase supply — at the terminal, aboard the vessel, or via a standalone generator set (genset). As long as it is powered, the Reefer holds its set point without interruption.
      • T-rail floor

        The floor is made up of T-shaped rails that create an air passage beneath the cargo. Cold air circulates all around the load, ensuring a uniform temperature — no hot spots — at every level of the stack.
      • ATP compliance

        The ATP Agreement governs the transport of perishable goods across Europe. ATP compliance certifies that the container meets the thermal performance requirements set by regulation for chilled and frozen goods.

      In detail

      What is a first-trip 20 ft Reefer shipping container?

      A Reefer container is a refrigerated container: a built-in refrigeration unit maintains a chosen temperature, adjustable from −25 °C to +25 °C. The term "first-trip" (also called one-trip) means it is a new unit, straight from the factory after a single maritime trip; the closest-to-new condition available on the market.

      Its structure rests on three elements. The box is made of Corten steel, a steel that naturally resists marine corrosion. The insulation, 7 cm polyurethane foam, wraps every wall. The T-rail floor lets cold air circulate under the goods and guarantees an even temperature, from floor to ceiling.

      The 20 ft format offers 28.4 m³ usable for a 27,230 kg allowed load. It's the best compromise between load capacity and maneuverability: it fits into every refrigerated logistics chain with no specific equipment, which makes it the reference for medium-sized exports.

      In detail

      How do you power a Reefer container?

      Unlike an insulated container, which only slows heat exchange, a Reefer actively produces cold. It therefore needs a constant power supply.

      The refrigeration unit plugs into a 380-460 V three-phase supply, via a 32 A industrial socket. At a quay or in a warehouse, connection is made to the mains. In transit or on an isolated site, a generator, the "genset", takes over. Planning for this power supply is essential: without electricity, the cold chain is broken.

      Applications

      Keeping your goods at the right temperature

      Precise regulation and the refrigeration unit's autonomy allow the transport of goods with very different thermal requirements, over long distances.

      The applications below show in which contexts this format is most relevant. Each use links the on-site need to the container's concrete benefit.

      • Frozen food chain

        Meat, fish and preparations kept at −18 °C or below, with no break in the cold chain on intercontinental routes.

      • Pharmaceutical products

        Medicines and hospital preparations kept between 2 °C and 8 °C, transported in full batches to hospitals and logistics hubs.

      • Wines and spirits

        High-end bottles kept between 12 °C and 14 °C to preserve their aromas during the crossing.

      • Sensitive equipment

        Industrial batteries or electronic equipment transported at a stable temperature, around 15 °C.

      Highlights

      Why buy a first-trip 20 ft Reefer shipping container

      The 20 ft Reefer is the global reference for refrigerated logistics, and the first-trip version offers its most reliable condition. The strengths below explain what new condition guarantees on a Reefer, refrigeration unit under warranty, optimal insulation, and the service that secures its operation.

      The strengths below explain what each technical choice brings to the project. They help compare the product with a less specialized alternative or a different condition.

      • Global standard

        The 20 ft Reefer format is recognized by every fleet and every refrigerated terminal on the planet. It fits into any cold logistics chain with no adaptation.

      • Optimized volume

        28.4 m³ usable despite the 7 cm of insulation that reduces internal volume. It's the best capacity ratio in the 20 ft refrigerated segment.

      • New refrigeration unit

        The refrigeration unit manufacturer's unit is original, under a manufacturer's warranty transferable to the buyer. This warranty covers the most expensive and most critical element of the Reefer.

      • Managed maintenance

        An annual maintenance contract, refrigerant gas, exchangers, components, can be taken out at order. It preserves the refrigeration unit's performance over time.

      • Fast repairs

        Refrigeration technicians step in in case of an incident to limit any break in the cold chain. On a Reefer, an unaddressed failure directly compromises the goods.

      • Customizable

        Removable partitions, strip curtains, temperature alarms or specific interior paint can be added as options. The unit adapts precisely to the goods being transported.

      In detail

      Options available on request

      The following options can be added to Used and First-trip versions depending on availability and specifications: PVC strip curtain, LED light pack, person-trapped-inside alarm, 1/3 - 2/3 door with easy-open handle, anti-panic interior opening mechanism, automatic humidity control, flat floor.

      Applications

      What is the price of a first-trip 20 ft Reefer shipping container

      The price of a new Reefer is not fixed. Like any commodity in maritime trade, it changes every month according to several global balances.

      Four factors drive these variations:

      The factors below explain why the price can vary from one quote to another. They help you read a quote by distinguishing the product price, availability, and delivery costs.

      • Refrigerated demand

        Growth in frozen and pharmaceutical exports to Asia mobilizes 20 ft Reefer units and reduces available supply for purchase.

      • Refrigeration unit cost

        A new refrigeration equipment manufacturer's unit represents a major share of the price. Electronic component prices and refrigerant gas prices, the "F-gases", such as R134a or R452A, pass directly through to it.

      • Logistics bottlenecks

        The closure of a refrigerated terminal or an event on a major shipping route can tighten supply within days.

      • Downstream costs

        Refrigerated road transport, specialized handling and customs formalities, health certificates in particular, add to the price of the container alone.

      Delivery

      Delivery & logistics

      National Conteneur delivers throughout mainland France and internationally. Lead times and conditions vary by zone and mode of transport.

      • 1-3 weeks

        Nationwide delivery

        Container truck with flat set-down on a prepared site.

        Zones Mainland France

      • On quote

        Complex site

        Dedicated mobile crane for sites with difficult access or elevated placement.

        Zones Mainland France

      • 48-72h

        Express

        Immediate stock at port depot, expedited delivery subject to availability.

        Conditions On request

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