Shipping container refrigerated container used in Plymouth: price range £5,250 – £12,350
Are you looking for a shipping container refrigerated container used in Plymouth (South West England)? Naval base HMNB Devonport (largest naval base in Western Europe outside the Mediterranean), Brittany/España ferry port (Brittany Ferries — Roscoff, Santander), shipbuilding (Babcock). Our nearest depot partner is Plymouth Millbay (PL1). Delivery within 72 h from Bristol (150 km) or Southampton. Rate £380-650. Naval zones with long-term permissions (HMNB Devonport). Ferry port and industrial areas (Ernesettle, Cattedown Wharves) accessible.
Price for refrigerated container used container in Plymouth
Rates for Plymouth (regional coefficient ×0.95 applied to the national grid).
| Status | Price Excl. VAT | For what use |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A used reefer 20 feet | £5,513 – £12,968 | Agro, event, pharma moderate volume — typical use in Plymouth: naval defence |
| Grade A used reefer 40 feet | £5,513 – £12,968 | Agro, long-term rental, cold workshop — typical use in Plymouth: ferry france / españa |
| Grade A used high cube reefer 40 feet | £5,513 – £12,968 | Pharma, premium agro, dual-temp — typical use in Plymouth: naval defence |
Indicative prices for Plymouth (regional coefficient ×0.95, rounded up by 50 €). Excluding delivery (£250 – £900 depending on postcode). Source depot: Plymouth Millbay (PL1).
Why choose a refrigerated container used container in Plymouth?
The dominant sectors in Plymouth (Naval defence (HMNB Devonport — largest in W Europe), Ferry France/España (Brittany Ferries), Shipbuilding (Babcock), University of Plymouth) have recurring needs for refrigerated container shipping containers for naval defence: temporary construction site storage, site accommodation units, archives, equipment.
Population: 265,000 inhabitants · Department DEV (Devon) · Region South West England.
Delivery to Plymouth
Postcodes served: PL1, PL2, PL3, PL4, PL6.
Lead time from Plymouth Millbay (PL1): 5-10 working days.
Delivery within 72 h from Bristol (150 km) or Southampton. Rate £380-650. Naval zones with long-term permissions (HMNB Devonport). Ferry port and industrial areas (Ernesettle, Cattedown Wharves) accessible.
Estimated delivery cost: £250 to £900 depending on your postcode.
Frequently Asked Questions — refrigerated container shipping container in Plymouth
Which brand of refrigeration unit to prefer?+
Carrier Transicold (global leader) and Thermo King are reliable: parts available, technicians trained throughout Europe. Daikin (Japan) is excellent but less support in the UK. MCI ages poorly. Ask for the year of manufacture (ideally < 10 years).
How much electricity does a reefer consume?+
At -18 °C in continuous operation: 6-8 kWh (40 feet), 4-6 kWh (20 feet). For long-term rental, expect €80-150/day for national grid consumption. With generator set: add fuel (~20 L/24h).
Can a used reefer do dual-temp (two zones)?+
Some 40 feet reefers (one removable internal partition) allow dual-temp. For example, +4 °C and -18 °C in the same container. Additional cost ~15-25 % vs single-zone. Relevant for event caterers or multi-product pharma.
What is the delivery cost for a refrigerated container shipping container to Plymouth?+
Delivery costs range from €250 to €900 depending on your postcode (PL1, PL2, PL3, PL4…) and distance from the depot Plymouth Millbay (PL1). Delivery within 72 h from Bristol (150 km) or Southampton. Rate £380-650. Naval zones with long-term permissions (HMNB Devonport). Ferry port and industrial areas (Ernesettle, Cattedown Wharves) accessible. Standard lead time: 5-10 working days.
Is there a container depot for refrigerated container near Plymouth?+
Yes — the nearest partner depot for refrigerated container used is Plymouth Millbay (PL1). The nearby towns served without additional cost around Plymouth: Saltash, Plympton, Tavistock, Ivybridge. For other cities in the Devon, a kilometre charge will be added according to road distance.
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