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40ft Reefer 4-Motor Container — Used
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Used 40 ft Reefer container with 4 motors, inspected for redundant cooling and sensitive storage.
- Dimensions (LxWxH)
- 12.2 m × 2.4 m × 2.9 m
- Floor area
- 26,0 m²
- Volume
- 65,0 m³
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Technical specifications
| External dimensions | 12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,896 m |
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| Internal dimensions | 11,400 m × 2,280 m × 2,500 m |
| Door clearance | 2,280 m × 2,460 m |
| Tare weight | 4 800 kg |
| Payload | 29 200 kg |
| Volume | 65,0 m³ |
| Floor area | 26,0 m² |
| Materials | Stainless steel / Aluminium |
| Floor type | T-shaped aluminium rail |
| Door opening | 270° |
| Temperature | -30°C / +30°C |
| Certifications | CSC ; Cargo Worthy |
| Type | Conteneur Reefer |
| Reference (SKU) | conteneur-40-pieds-reefer-4-moteurs-occasion |
FAQ
What is the lifespan of a container?
With minimal maintenance, a Corten steel container has a lifespan of 20 to 30 years. First-trip units offer the best longevity.
Can a container be customized?
Yes: RAL paint, additional doors, windows, insulation and electrification. Contact us for a custom quote.
Do you offer rental?
Yes, we offer short-term and long-term rental solutions. Contact our team for terms and conditions.
What payment methods do you accept?
Bank transfer, credit card and other payment methods confirmed on the quote. PayPal and interest-free payment in 3 installments are not offered.
40ft Reefer 4-Motor Container — Used
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Definition
What is a Reefer container?
La famille Reefer regroupe les conteneurs frigorifiques équipés d’un groupe froid actif. Le groupe maintient une température cible lorsque l’unité est alimentée électriquement.
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Le plancher T-rail — rail en T au sol — laisse l’air froid circuler sous la marchandise. Cette circulation limite les zones chaudes et aide le groupe à stabiliser la température.
Le choix dépend de la plage thermique, du volume utile, de l’état du groupe et de l’accès à l’électricité. Une marchandise alimentaire, pharmaceutique ou industrielle sensible exige un cadrage précis avant devis.
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Froid actif
Froid actif
Le groupe froid produit et régule la température. Il convient aux marchandises qui ne peuvent pas seulement être isolées.
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Circulation d’air
Circulation d’air
Le T-rail laisse l’air circuler sous les palettes. Le chargement doit préserver ce flux pour éviter une régulation inégale.
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Contrôle technique
Contrôle technique
L’état du groupe, des joints et de l’isolation doit être vérifié. Ces points conditionnent la performance thermique et le prix.
In detail
What is a used 40 ft Reefer 4-Engine container?
A Reefer container is a refrigerated container: an integrated cooling unit generates and maintains a chosen temperature, from −25°C to +25°C. The Reefer 4-Engine is a configuration specific to the National Conteneur catalog: a 9'6" High Cube casing, raised by about 30 cm, equipped not with one but with four redundant cooling units.
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This redundancy provides operational safety. If one or two engines fail, the others automatically take over: thermal regulation is maintained without interruption until maintenance can intervene. The cooling units are compatible with refrigeration equipment suppliers, cooling unit manufacturer or manufacturer-fitted cooling unit.
The general market does not recognize the Reefer 4-Engine as a standard product. It's a specialization for critical shipments where interruption of the cold chain is unacceptable: irreplaceable pharmaceutical batches, unique scientific samples, long-duration missions, offshore platforms.
For a Used version, National Conteneur uses this technical base as a reference, then qualifies each unit according to its actual condition: structure, weatherproofing, doors, floor, markings, documents and equipment specific to the product family. The technical information therefore remains that of the model, while cosmetic condition, availability and certificates depend on the batch offered.
Check the loaded dimensions
Record the dimensions and mass of the largest item, including its support and packaging. Specify the handling equipment and access needed to load, unload and work on the contents.
View the technical specificationsModel dimensions
Usable space and access
- Door opening (W × H)
- 2,280 m × 2,460 m
- Interior (L × W × H)
- 11,400 m × 2,280 m × 2,500 m
Use the internal dimensions to plan the load or equipment layout. Allow the clearances needed for movement, handling and maintenance for your intended use.
Mass and load distribution
Check total mass, point loads, load distribution and handling equipment compatibility. Available volume does not determine permissible load: reference masses are listed in the technical specifications.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Exterior envelope
Exterior dimensions and installation
- Exterior (L × W × H)
- 12,192 m × 2,438 m × 2,896 m
These dimensions describe the container envelope. Door movements, connections and servicing may require additional space around the unit.
The unloading area depends on the vehicle and lifting method. It must be assessed separately from the container’s final position.
Reference dimensions from the product sheet, to be confirmed for the proposed container.
Read the dimensions guide
In detail
Understanding 4-engine redundancy
Almost all commercial maritime Reefers carry only a single cooling unit. If that engine fails, the cold chain is interrupted immediately. For most everyday food and pharmaceutical flows, this risk remains acceptable: maintenance can respond quickly, at a port or depot.
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For flows where interruption is unacceptable, the four-engine configuration changes the equation. The failure of one engine triggers an automatic switchover to the other three, with no break in the −25/+25°C regulation. The failure of two engines still leaves two units in service, in degraded mode. Maintenance can then wait until the next port, without ever stopping the cooling.
Applications
Preserving the critical cold chain with a Reefer 4-Engine
This configuration is for flows where a thermal interruption results in an irreversible commercial or scientific loss.
The points below give the essential benchmarks for interpreting this section. Each item specifies the practical benefit and the usage condition to keep in mind.
Highlights
Why buy a used 40 ft Reefer 4-Engine container
The Reefer 4-Engine solves a specific problem: the single cooling unit failure that threatens any standard Reefer. The strengths below explain how four-engine redundancy eliminates this risk and why this configuration is exclusively for shipments where a cooling interruption is unacceptable.
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.
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Four redundant cooling units
Four redundant cooling units
Where a standard Reefer relies entirely on a single engine, this configuration carries four. This is an operational safeguard designed for critical shipments where a thermal interruption is unacceptable.
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Fault tolerance
Fault tolerance
One or two engines can go out of service without a cooling cutoff. The switchover to the remaining units is automatic; the −25/+25°C regulation never stops.
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Configuration in the National Conteneur catalog
Configuration in the National Conteneur catalog
This is not a standard market product, but a very limited-production configuration, specialized for critical shipments. Few manufacturers offer it.
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Maintenance without stopping the cooling
Maintenance without stopping the cooling
Replacing a failed engine does not interrupt the regulation, which is maintained by the other three. Maintenance can wait until the next port, without ever exposing the cargo.
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Compatible cooling units
Compatible cooling units
The four units are compatible with refrigeration equipment suppliers, cooling unit manufacturer or manufacturer-fitted cooling unit depending on the configuration chosen. The equipment aligns with maintenance standards already in place.
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Regulatory compliance
Regulatory compliance
ATP/CAT-S, ISO 6346, CSC, multi-engine PTI and GDP are all combined. This set covers the requirements for transporting critical batches, pharmaceuticals included.
Applications
What is the price of a used 40 ft Reefer 4-Engine container
The 40 ft HC Reefer 4-Engine is a very small production product. Its price reflects an extreme configuration, four redundant cooling units and automatic switchover engineering, and the rarity of the segment.
Four factors drive price variations:
The factors below explain why the price can vary from one quote to another. They help read a quote by distinguishing the product price, availability and delivery costs.
Compare for a specific reason
Which requirement drives your choice?
Insulation or active cooling
An insulated container provides a thermal envelope. It does not replace a refrigeration unit when temperature must be actively maintained.
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Delivery & logistics
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