How much does a refrigerated trailer cost?

The price of a refrigerated trailer usually ranges from $8,000 to $80,000. Reefer trailers are trailers that can be separated from the tractor and cockpit for easy transport and he can transport more refrigerated cargo. It is usually used for short distance transport and distribution.

TypeLengthPrice RangePayloadNotes
Brand New Single Axle2.5 meters$8,000 700kgTypically single axle
Brand New Twin Axle3m – 6m$9,000 – $18,000Up to 2,500kgAvailable in various lengths
Used Single Axle2.5 meters$4,000 – $6,000700kgPrice depends on age and condition
Used Twin Axle3 meters$7,000 Up to 2,500kgPrice varies based on material and condition
Price table for new and used refrigerated trailers

Types of refrigerated trailers

Refrigerated trailers are classified into large refrigerated trailers and small refrigerated trailers, there are used and brand new options available in the market, the price of used is according to the specific condition and age, brand new refrigerated trailers are usually priced according to the size and performance, if you need to order a refrigerated trailer in the near future, you need to know the taxes and fees beyond the trailer, such as sales tax and insurance, and shipping costs.

Types of refrigerated trailers

Brand New Pricing

Common refrigerated trailers are available in lengths from 2 metres to 12 metres. Their main differences are the internal and external lengths, as well as the height and width. They have different loading volumes and areas, generally from 6m³ to 25m³.

They are also categorised into single, twin and triple axle.

Brand new single axles are usually around 2.5 metres in length and they usually cost around $8,000. The payload is around 700kg.

Trailers with twin axles are around 3m to 6m in length, they usually cost around $9,000-$18,000 and they can transport up to 2,500kg.

Used Prices

Used trailers depend specifically on the age of the trailer, the trailer body material, the performance and configuration, is it able to stabilise at the required temperature? All need to be considered in all aspects.

Usually the price of a 3 metre double axle used refrigerated trailer is around $7000. Single axle refrigerated trailers are priced at around US$4000-6000. However, there is still VAT to be added.

Price table for new and used refrigerated trailers