New refrigerated container: Carrier or Thermo King generator factory fresh
The new reefer comes out of the factory with a recent refrigeration unit — Carrier Vector 8500 or Thermo King Magnum+. Temperature range -25 °C to +25 °C guaranteed in continuous operation, aluminium T-bar floor, polyurethane insulation 80-100 mm. Reserved for pharma projects, high-end event management, or long-distance export — rare in EU stock as few enthusiasts pay the new price.
Price 2026 by status
The new reefer comes out of the factory with a recent refrigeration unit — Carrier Vector 8500 or Thermo King Magnum+. Temperature range -25 °C to +25 °C guaranteed in continuous operation, aluminium T-bar floor, polyurethane insulation 80-100 mm. Reserved for pharma projects, high-end event management, or long-distance export — rare in EU stock as few enthusiasts pay the new price.
| Status | Price Excl. VAT | For what use |
|---|---|---|
| New 20-foot reefer (Carrier or TK) | 8 500 € – 14 000 € | Pharma, premium event management, caterer |
| New 40-foot reefer | 12 000 € – 22 000 € | Agro export, pharma volume, long-term rental |
| New reefer 40 HC dual-temp | €14,000 – €25,000 | Multi-product pharma, large cold distribution |
Excludes delivery and excludes connection to 415V three-phase (BS 7671) power. Lead time 12-16 weeks for direct factory order. In stock at depot: very limited quantities.
For whom?
Pharma distributor under cold chain validated, high-end event management (5-day festival +), West African export operator. The new reefer is the only one to provide access to re-exported maritime transport with manufacturer warranty on the unit. Expect +50% compared to Grade A used.
Key points to remember
- New refrigeration group: Carrier Vector 8500 or Thermo King Magnum+
- 3-year group warranty + 5 years for body + 1 year premium parts warranty
- Polyurethane insulation 80-100 mm, U=0.30 W/m²·K
- T-bar aluminium floor, central drain, new silicone joints
- -25 °C to +25 °C mono-zone range, dual-temp option +15%
Frequently Asked Questions
Carrier or Thermo King: which to choose new?+
For UK use, near total parity: Carrier Vector 8500 (~52% of the marine reefer market share) has a denser service network in the UK and Ireland. Thermo King Magnum+ is more economical (-8% consumption at equal load) and slightly quieter. If you already have a fleet from one brand, do not mix for maintenance.
Is a new reefer really worth +50% compared to Grade A used?+
Justified only if (1) maritime export re-exported with insurer group warranty requirement, (2) pharma use under IQ/OQ/PQ validation, or (3) long-term lease of 5+ years where amortisation covers the premium cost. For 80% of cases, Grade A used at 30-50% of new price is sufficient.
What is the electricity consumption of a new reefer vs used?+
New reefer at -18 °C continuous: 4-6 kWh (40 feet), 3-5 kWh (20 feet). This is 15-20% less than an 8-10 year-old generator set (aged heating resistors, compressed insulation). Over five years of constant use, energy savings can cover 30-40% of the initial premium cost.
Delivery lead time for a new reefer in the UK?+
Rare EU depot stock: 5-15 days when available. Direct factory order: 12-16 weeks (fabrication 6-8 weeks + maritime transport 4-6 weeks + customs/depot 1-2 weeks). Anticipate four months for dual-temp configurations or non-standard RAL colours.
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