45-foot reefer containers are high-capacity refrigerated containers with built-in refrigeration units, designed for domestic and international transportation of temperature-controlled products within a range of -60°C/+30°C, depending on the refrigeration equipment specifications.
The 45-foot marine reefer container is suitable for logistics and standalone storage of products, including perishable food, frozen goods, pharmaceutical products, flowers, and other cargo requiring temperature control.
Technical specifications of the 45-foot High Cube (HC) reefer container
The 45-foot refrigerated container is an intermodal unit consisting of the following components:
- reinforced steel frame with stainless steel interior lining;
- thermally insulated sandwich panels with polyurethane foam filling (typically 80 mm thick on walls and 100 mm on the roof);
- floor made of sturdy T-shaped aluminum profile, clad with industrial stainless steel on the outside and insulated with a polyurethane layer (80 to 150 mm thick);
- sealed double doors with rubber gasket and locking rods;
- Carrier, Thermo King, Daikin, or Star Cool refrigeration unit integrated into the rear part of the body, consisting of a compressor, condenser, evaporator, and electronic control unit.
Compared to 20- and 40-foot containers, the 45ft Reefer High Cube (HC) model offers greater internal volume, allowing more cargo to be transported and increasing container shipping efficiency. To ensure autonomous operation during road and rail transport, a diesel generator for reefer container is required.
The main technical parameters of the 45-foot reefer container are provided below. Some of them depend on the refrigeration unit model used.
Table: Technical specifications of the 45-foot reefer container
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| External dimensions | |
| Length, mm | 13,716 |
| Width, mm | 2,440 |
| Height, mm | 2,896 |
| Internal dimensions | |
| Length, mm | 13,392 |
| Width, mm | 2,280 |
| Height, mm | 2,698 |
| Specifications | |
| Container weight, kg | 4,600 |
| Internal volume, m³ | 76 |
| Euro pallet capacity, 800×1200 mm | 27 |
| Compressor type | Reciprocating / scroll |
| Refrigerant | R-134a, R-452A, R-513A |
| Power consumption | 3–10 kWh |
| Starting current | up to 20–25 A |
| Temperature range | from -40°C/+30°C |
45-foot reefer containers comply with ISO standards and are mandatorily equipped with an information plate on the doors, indicating the manufacturer, year of manufacture, container identification number, and classification society inspection data.
45-foot refrigerated container: advantages
The increased volume makes 45-foot reefer containers highly sought after for large cargo consignments. Other advantages:
- reduction in logistics costs per unit of cargo;
- efficient operation at ambient temperatures from -60 to +50°C;
- high energy efficiency of refrigeration equipment;
- mobility (easily transported to another site if necessary);
- remote monitoring and cold chain control capabilities;
- convenient maintenance and high repairability.
The 45-foot marine reefer container is suitable for the agricultural sector, food retail, export-import companies, pharmaceuticals, meat and fish industries, warehouses, and logistics centers.
Why buy a 45-foot reefer container from GCS?
Global Container Service offers new and used 45-foot reefer containers with CSC certification for sale.
Why buy a 45-foot reefer container from GCS:
- over 28 years of experience in the container equipment market with international logistics companies in liner shipping;
- certified container depot for servicing, repair, and modernization of containers in one location;
- prompt delivery of container equipment across Ukraine using the company's own transport.
If needed, GCS offers refrigerated container rental, which allows saving on purchase costs and avoiding additional maintenance and storage expenses.
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