Daikin 40ft Refrigerated Shipping Container (Reefer)

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.

This used 40ft Daikin refrigerated container is a practical option when you need dependable temperature-controlled storage without paying the price of a new reefer. The unit has been in service and shows normal signs of use, but it remains structurally sound, wind and watertight, and suitable for cold storage or refrigerated transport. Every container is inspected before it leaves our yard, so the condition described here reflects the type of unit you will receive.

Daikin 40ft Refrigerated Shipping Container

A refrigerated container, often called a reefer container, is designed to maintain a controlled internal temperature for goods that cannot be safely stored in an ordinary dry container. This 40ft Daikin unit combines a large usable capacity with an established refrigeration system, making it suitable for businesses that need additional cold storage or a mobile temperature-controlled space.

It can be used by food distributors, farms, exporters, warehouses, caterers, restaurants, manufacturers and other businesses handling temperature-sensitive products. Depending on your requirements, a reefer can be used for short-term storage, longer-term cold storage or temperature-controlled transportation.

Key Features

• 40ft standard length: Provides substantially more storage space than a 20ft reefer while retaining a familiar container footprint.
• Daikin refrigeration system: Designed for dependable temperature control, efficient operation and reliable temperature recovery.
• Temperature-controlled interior: Suitable for applications involving perishable and other temperature-sensitive goods.
• Insulated construction: Insulated interior panels help reduce heat transfer and maintain a more stable internal environment.
• Heavy-duty steel exterior: Built to withstand the demands of container handling and outdoor use.
• Double cargo doors: Provide convenient access for loading and unloading equipment and goods.
• Lockable doors: Help secure the contents when the container is being used for storage.
• Intermodal-ready design: Where a current CSC safety approval plate is required, the plate and condition should be confirmed before arranging international transport.

Dimensions and Capacity

The internal dimensions are approximately 39'5" long × 7'8" wide × 7'10" high, providing around 2,390 cubic feet of internal volume. The exact internal dimensions and available capacity can vary slightly depending on the reefer manufacturer and equipment installed.

The insulated walls and refrigeration equipment also take up some internal space compared with a standard dry shipping container. For that reason, it is worth checking the dimensions of your pallets, racks or other equipment before ordering if you are working with tight clearances.

Used Condition

This is a used refrigerated container that has previously been in service. It is selected for continued practical use rather than presented as a new or factory-fresh unit.

Normal signs of previous use may include surface rust, dents, scratches, faded paint and markings from previous operators. These cosmetic signs are expected on used shipping equipment and do not necessarily affect its ability to perform its intended function.

The container should be wind and watertight, with an intact roof, functioning door seals and no holes through the main structure. Because reefer equipment is mechanical, the refrigeration system and other operating components should be confirmed against your specific requirements before purchase, particularly when the container will be used for demanding temperature-controlled applications.

What Can You Use a 40ft Reefer Container For?

A 40ft refrigerated container gives businesses a flexible way to increase cold-storage capacity without constructing a permanent refrigerated room. It is commonly considered for applications such as:

• Cold storage for fresh and frozen food
• Fruit and vegetable storage
• Meat and seafood storage
• Food distribution and wholesale operations
• Farm and agricultural storage
• Commercial catering and events
• Temperature-sensitive manufacturing materials
• Refrigerated logistics and transport
• Temporary or additional warehouse cold storage

Reefer containers can also be adapted for specialist applications. Depending on the project, options such as shelving, lighting, access modifications and other equipment can be discussed before dispatch. Planning a conversion before the container leaves the yard can be more practical than arranging modifications after delivery to your site.

Why Choose a Used 40ft Refrigerated Container?

Buying used can make sense when your priority is increasing refrigeration capacity while keeping the initial equipment cost under control. A 40ft unit also gives you a considerable amount of storage capacity in a single container, which can be useful when floor space at your facility is limited.

Unlike a permanently constructed cold room, a reefer container can be relocated when your operation changes. It can therefore serve as additional seasonal storage, a temporary cold-storage facility or part of a longer-term logistics setup.

If you are comparing sizes, you can also browse our 40ft containers to see other 40ft options available from SteelForge Containers, or visit the full container catalogue.

Standards and Inspection

For containers used in international transport, the relevant safety approval is generally shown on the container's CSC plate. The International Maritime Organization's information on the Convention for Safe Containers provides background on the safety framework governing freight containers.

Container condition and inspection practices are also an important consideration when purchasing used equipment. The Institute of International Container Lessors provides industry information relating to container inspection and leasing standards.

If you intend to use this reefer for international shipping rather than static storage, let us know before ordering so we can confirm the container's current certification and suitability for your intended transport requirements.

Dimensions and capacity

Internal dimensions are approximately 39 ft 5 in × 7 ft 8 in × 7 ft 10 in (12,032 × 2,350 × 2,393 mm), giving 2,390 cu ft (67.7 m³) of usable space, with double doors at one end. These are the standard figures for a 40ft container; exact internals vary slightly by manufacturer.

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.