40Ft High Cube Refrigerated Storage Container Carrier Primeline YOM

A 40ft refrigerated container in used condition — in service and structurally sound. Chosen for temperature-controlled storage and transport. Every unit is inspected before it leaves our yard, so the grade below is what you will actually receive.

A used 40ft high cube refrigerated container fitted with Carrier PrimeLINE refrigeration equipment. Designed for temperature-controlled transport, commercial cold storage and applications where extra interior height is useful, this reefer provides a large insulated storage space within a standard 40ft footprint. Every unit is inspected before leaving our yard, so the condition described here reflects what you can expect from the unit you receive.

40ft High Cube Refrigerated Container – Carrier PrimeLINE

This 40ft high cube reefer is built for businesses that need dependable refrigerated or frozen storage without constructing a permanent cold room. The high cube design provides an additional foot of external height compared with a standard-height container, giving you more usable vertical space for pallets, stacked products and other cargo.

The container is fitted with Carrier PrimeLINE refrigeration machinery designed for precise temperature management and consistent airflow throughout the insulated cargo area. It is suitable for both refrigerated transport and stationary cold storage, provided the refrigeration equipment is connected to the correct electrical supply and operated within its specified range.

Key Features

Carrier PrimeLINE refrigeration: The integrated Carrier PrimeLINE system is designed for controlled-temperature transport and storage, with electronic controls that help regulate the selected temperature and refrigeration cycle.

40ft high cube design: The 9ft 6in external height provides additional vertical space compared with a standard 40ft container. That extra height can be valuable when stacking pallets or maximizing storage volume.

Aluminum T-floor: The refrigerated cargo area uses a T-floor configuration designed to allow chilled air to circulate beneath and around the stored load. The floor is also built to handle normal palletized cargo operations.

Insulated construction: The walls, ceiling and floor incorporate thermal insulation to reduce heat transfer and help the refrigeration system maintain the desired internal environment.

Durable construction: The container combines a robust steel exterior with refrigerated-container interior materials designed for demanding transport and storage environments.

Sealed rear doors: Refrigerated-container door seals help limit unwanted air exchange when the doors are closed, supporting temperature stability and refrigeration efficiency.

Why Choose a 40ft High Cube Reefer?

The main advantage is the combination of capacity and temperature control. A standard dry container can provide plenty of enclosed space, but it cannot actively maintain a refrigerated or frozen environment. A reefer adds insulation and mechanical refrigeration, making it suitable for cargo that must remain within a controlled temperature range.

The high cube format adds another practical benefit. The extra height can make a noticeable difference when loading palletized goods, designing shelving or storing products where vertical clearance is important. It gives you more cubic capacity without increasing the container's 40ft footprint.

For warehouses, food distributors and logistics operators, a 40ft high cube reefer can also provide useful overflow capacity during seasonal demand, facility upgrades or temporary increases in inventory.

Carrier PrimeLINE Refrigeration System

The Carrier PrimeLINE refrigeration system is integrated into the front of the container and is responsible for maintaining the selected cargo temperature. Electronic controls allow operators to manage the refrigeration settings and monitor system operation.

Temperature performance depends on the specific refrigeration unit, ambient conditions, cargo type, loading pattern, door-opening frequency and condition of the insulated container. For this reason, the exact operating range and refrigeration performance should be confirmed for the individual unit when a specific temperature is required.

As with any commercial refrigeration equipment, regular servicing is important. Refrigeration maintenance, electrical connections and repairs should be carried out by suitably qualified technicians using the manufacturer's applicable procedures.

Dimensions and Capacity

The external dimensions are approximately 40 ft long × 8 ft wide × 9 ft 6 in high (12,192 mm × 2,438 mm × 2,896 mm).

Approximate internal dimensions are 38 ft long × 7 ft 6 in wide × 8 ft 4 in high (11,588 mm × 2,284 mm × 2,545 mm). The approximate internal capacity is 2,380 cubic feet (67.4 m³).

The rear door opening is approximately 7 ft 6 in wide × 8 ft 6 in high, providing substantial clearance for palletized cargo and other large loads.

Technical Specifications

Container type: 40ft high cube refrigerated container

Refrigeration system: Carrier PrimeLINE

External length: 40 ft (12,192 mm)

External width: 8 ft (2,438 mm)

External height: 9 ft 6 in (2,896 mm)

Approximate internal length: 38 ft (11,588 mm)

Approximate internal width: 7 ft 6 in (2,284 mm)

Approximate internal height: 8 ft 4 in (2,545 mm)

Door opening: Approx. 7 ft 6 in × 8 ft 6 in

Maximum gross weight: 77,160 lbs (35,000 kg)

Approximate tare weight: 9,700 lbs (4,400 kg), including machinery

Approximate maximum payload: 67,460 lbs (30,520 kg)

Internal capacity: Approx. 2,380 ft³ (67.4 m³)

Floor: Aluminum T-floor

ISO code: 45R1

What Can You Use a 40ft Reefer For?

A 40ft high cube refrigerated container is useful wherever products need protection from temperature fluctuations during transportation or storage. Common applications include:

Food and beverage storage: Suitable for chilled or frozen food products such as produce, meat, seafood and dairy products when the required temperature and food-safety conditions are met.

Cold-chain logistics: Provides temperature-controlled capacity between suppliers, distribution centers and customers.

Warehouse overflow: Adds temporary refrigerated storage when a facility reaches its normal cold-room capacity.

Agricultural storage: Can provide additional temperature-controlled space for suitable agricultural products and produce.

Pharmaceutical and temperature-sensitive products: Certain products may require controlled storage conditions. Always verify the exact temperature, monitoring, validation and regulatory requirements before using a reefer for regulated goods.

Events and temporary operations: A reefer can provide additional cold storage for large catering operations, festivals and temporary food-service facilities.

Dimensions and capacity

Internal dimensions are approximately 39 ft 5 in × 7 ft 8 in × 8 ft 10 in (12,032 × 2,350 × 2,698 mm), giving 2,694 cu ft (76.3 m³) of usable space, with double doors at one end. These are the standard figures for a 40ft high cube container; exact internals vary slightly by manufacturer.

A high cube adds a foot of interior height over a standard container, which matters for stacked pallets, machinery on wheels, or any conversion where headroom decides the build.

Condition

This is a used container that has been in service. It is wind and watertight — no holes, working door seals, an intact roof — but it shows its history: surface rust, dents and previous owner markings are normal and do not affect how it performs.

What it is good for

This unit is commonly used for temperature-controlled storage and transport. Doors, windows, insulation, electrics and paint can all be added before it ships — it is cheaper and neater to specify a conversion while the container is still in our yard than to modify it on your site afterwards.

Browse more in 40ft Containers, or see the full container catalogue.

Standards and inspection

Containers intended for international shipping carry a valid safety approval plate under the Convention for Safe Containers, administered by the International Maritime Organization. Condition grades such as cargo-worthy follow the inspection criteria published by the Institute of International Container Lessors. If you need a unit for shipping rather than static storage, tell us and we will confirm its plate before dispatch.

Delivery

Delivery is quoted against your site access rather than published as a flat rate, because haulage for a container depends on the distance, the approach and whether a crane is needed. Most deliveries use a tilt-bed truck, which needs a clear and reasonably level run about twice the container length. We price it before you commit.