Shipping container refrigerated container used in Sheffield: price range £5,050 – £11,950
Are you looking for a shipping container refrigerated container used in Sheffield (Yorkshire and the Humber)? Former global steel capital (Sheffield steel, Forgemasters), university hub (two universities, 60,000 students). Reconversion into advanced manufacturing and medical sectors. Construction industry demand linked to Heart of the City II regeneration. Our nearest depot partner is Doncaster iPort (DN11). Delivery in 48 h from Doncaster iPort (30 km) or Leeds. Rate £280-£500. Clean Air Zone active, centre with restrictions. Industrial zones (Tinsley, Meadowhall) accessible via M1.
Price for refrigerated container used container in Sheffield
Rates for Sheffield (regional coefficient ×0.92 applied to the national grid).
| Status | Price Excl. VAT | For what use |
|---|---|---|
| Grade A used reefer 20 feet | £5,303 – £12,548 | Agro, event, pharma moderate volume — typical use in Sheffield: steel |
| Grade A used reefer 40 feet | £5,303 – £12,548 | Agro, long-term rental, cold workshop — typical use in Sheffield: advanced medical |
| Grade A used high cube reefer 40 feet | £5,303 – £12,548 | Pharma, premium agro, dual-temp — typical use in Sheffield: steel |
Indicative prices for Sheffield (regional coefficient ×0.92, rounded up by 50 €). Excluding delivery (£250 – £900 depending on postcode). Source depot: Doncaster iPort (DN11).
Why choose a refrigerated container used container in Sheffield?
The dominant sectors in Sheffield (Steel (Forgemasters — armaments), Advanced medical (MRI scanners), Universities (60,000 students), Logistics (nearby Doncaster iPort)) have recurring needs for refrigerated container shipping containers for steel: temporary construction site storage, site accommodation units, archives, equipment.
Population: 580,000 inhabitants · Department SYK (South Yorkshire) · Region Yorkshire and the Humber.
Delivery to Sheffield
Postcodes served: S1, S2, S3, S10, S11.
Lead time from Doncaster iPort (DN11): 5-10 working days.
Delivery in 48 h from Doncaster iPort (30 km) or Leeds. Rate £280-£500. Clean Air Zone active, centre with restrictions. Industrial zones (Tinsley, Meadowhall) accessible via M1.
Estimated delivery cost: £250 to £900 depending on your postcode.
Frequently Asked Questions — refrigerated container shipping container in Sheffield
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 Sheffield?+
Delivery costs range from €250 to €900 depending on your postcode (S1, S2, S3, S10…) and distance from the depot Doncaster iPort (DN11). Delivery in 48 h from Doncaster iPort (30 km) or Leeds. Rate £280-£500. Clean Air Zone active, centre with restrictions. Industrial zones (Tinsley, Meadowhall) accessible via M1. Standard lead time: 5-10 working days.
Is there a container depot for refrigerated container near Sheffield?+
Yes — the nearest partner depot for refrigerated container used is Doncaster iPort (DN11). The nearby towns served without additional cost around Sheffield: Rotherham, Barnsley, Doncaster, Chesterfield. For other cities in the South Yorkshire, a kilometre charge will be added according to road distance.
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