Quick Answer: A reefer truck is a refrigerated truck with built-in cooling. Drive Cool Transport offers reefer truck rental in Dubai from AED 600/day with 3-10 ton capacity, -25°C to +25°C range, tail lift options, and professional drivers. All UAE coverage.
What Is a Reefer Truck?
A reefer truck — short for "refrigerated truck" — is a large commercial vehicle equipped with a built-in refrigeration unit that maintains precise temperatures during transport. The term "reefer" originated in the shipping industry and is now widely used in land-based cold chain logistics. Reefer trucks are essential for transporting perishable goods, frozen products, pharmaceuticals, and any cargo requiring temperature control.
Drive Cool Transport's reefer truck fleet features industry-leading Carrier and Thermo King refrigeration units capable of maintaining temperatures from -25°C to +25°C, even in Dubai's extreme summer heat exceeding 50°C ambient temperature.
Reefer Truck Fleet
- 3-Ton Reefer Truck: 15m³ capacity — AED 600/day — medium-volume distribution and multi-drop deliveries
- 5-Ton Reefer Truck: 25m³ capacity — AED 750/day — supermarket restocking and wholesale distribution
- 7-Ton Reefer Truck: 35m³ capacity — AED 900/day — large-scale wholesale and inter-emirate transport
- 10-Ton Reefer Truck: 45m³ capacity — AED 1,100/day — industrial logistics and bulk frozen transport
Reefer Truck vs Chiller Truck vs Freezer Truck
Understanding the terminology helps you choose the right vehicle. A reefer truck can operate in both chiller mode (0°C to +8°C) and freezer mode (-25°C to -18°C), making it the most versatile option. A chiller truck typically operates only in chiller temperatures, while a freezer truck is optimized for deep-freeze operations. All three terms are used in the UAE market, and our fleet can accommodate any temperature requirement.
Reefer Truck Applications
- Frozen Food Distribution: Ice cream, frozen meats, ready meals, and frozen vegetables
- Fresh Produce Logistics: Fruits, vegetables, and herbs from farms to markets
- Pharmaceutical Transport: Temperature-validated medicine and vaccine distribution
- Supermarket Supply Chain: Multi-temperature distribution from DC to stores
- Export/Import Logistics: Port-to-warehouse cold chain for imported perishables
- Event Catering: Bulk food transport for large-scale events and exhibitions
Reefer Truck Technical Specifications
- Carrier or Thermo King direct-drive refrigeration units
- Temperature range: -25°C to +25°C with ±1°C accuracy
- Cool-down time: Ambient to -20°C in under 45 minutes
- Insulation: 75mm polyurethane foam panels
- Interior: Food-grade GRP lining, easy to clean
- Door: Rear barn doors with air curtain option
- Optional: Hydraulic tail lift (500kg-2500kg), partition wall, GPS tracking
Why Rent a Reefer Truck Instead of Buying?
Purchasing a reefer truck requires significant capital investment — AED 200,000 to AED 500,000+ depending on size and specifications. Rental eliminates upfront costs, maintenance responsibilities, insurance hassles, and depreciation. With Drive Cool Transport's reefer truck rental, you get a fully maintained, insured vehicle with a professional driver included, allowing you to focus on your core business.
Get Reefer Truck Rental Quote →Frequently Asked Questions
What is a reefer truck?
A reefer truck is a refrigerated truck with a built-in cooling unit. The term comes from "refrigerated" and is widely used in shipping and logistics. It maintains -25°C to +25°C.
How much does reefer truck rental cost?
From AED 600/day for 3-ton, AED 750/day for 5-ton, AED 900/day for 7-ton, and AED 1,100/day for 10-ton. Driver, fuel, and monitoring included.
What's the difference between reefer and chiller truck?
A reefer truck can do both chiller (0°C to +8°C) and freezer (-25°C) modes. A chiller truck typically only does chiller temperatures.
Do reefer trucks have tail lifts?
Yes, tail lift options from 500kg to 2500kg are available for easy pallet loading without dock facilities.