A Complete Guide for 2025 — By DSL Reefer Container
Introduction
Refrigerated trucks are the backbone of India’s cold chain logistics. From fruits and vegetables to pharmaceuticals and dairy products, temperature-controlled transport ensures safety, quality, and freshness.
This blog explains how refrigerated trucks work, the cooling technology behind them, the best available models, industries that rely on them, and how DSL Reefer Container builds high-performance refrigerated truck bodies.
What Is a Refrigerated Truck?
A refrigerated truck is a temperature-controlled transport vehicle designed to keep perishable goods cool, chilled, or frozen during transit. It maintains a specific temperature using insulation panels and a powerful AC/refrigeration unit.
Common names:
- Reefer truck
- Refrigerated vehicle
- Cold chain truck
- Refrigerated truck container
How Refrigerated Trucks Work: Step-by-Step
1. Refrigeration Unit Generates Cold Air
The cooling system, usually from brands like Thermo King or Carrier, works using a compressor, condenser, evaporator, and refrigerant gas.
It functions like a movable cold room.
2. Insulated Body Maintains the Temperature
The truck body is built using PUF insulated panels, MS corrugated sheets, FRP sheets and strong aluminum flooring.
These materials prevent heat from entering and maintain stable temperatures.
3. Continuous Air Circulation
Powerful fans distribute cool air evenly inside the truck body, eliminating hot spots.
4. Digital Temperature Control
Temperature ranges vary depending on the product:
- Chilled goods: +25°C to 0°C
- Frozen goods: 0°C to -18°C
- Deep frozen goods: -18°C to -25°C
Types of Refrigerated Trucks
Chiller Trucks (0°C to +10°C)
For vegetables, flowers, cold beverages.
Freezer Trucks (0°C to -18°C)
For frozen food, dairy products, bakery items.
Deep Freezer Trucks (-18°C to -25°C)
For seafood, meat, poultry.
Multi-Temperature Trucks
Split compartments used by modern logistics companies.
Best Refrigerated Truck Models in India (2025)
Tata Motors Refrigerated Trucks
Suitable for FMCG, milk supply, and local deliveries. Popular models include Tata 407, 709, and 1109.
Ashok Leyland Captain Series
Ideal for heavy loads and long-distance frozen transport.
Mahindra Furio & Blazo Series
Fuel-efficient and commonly used for pharmaceutical supplies.
Eicher Pro Series
Preferred for regional distribution due to mileage and durability.
Bharat Benz Reefer Trucks
Used for heavy-duty cold chain transport, especially meat and seafood.
Preferred Cooling Units
- Thermo King
- Carrier
- Sub Zero (local segment)
Industries That Rely on Refrigerated Trucks
Food and Beverage
Milk, meat, fresh produce, bakery, frozen foods.
Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
Medicines, vaccines, medical samples, blood bags.
E-Commerce and Quick Commerce
Brands like Zepto, Blinkit, BigBasket.
Agriculture and Dairy
Farm produce and milk collection routes.
Seafood and Meat Sector
High demand for deep-freeze transport trucks.
Hotel, Restaurant and Catering Industry
Safe transport of perishable food.
Why Refrigerated Trucks Are Becoming More Important in 2025
- Demand for frozen and fresh products is increasing
- Government initiatives supporting cold chain logistics
- Rise in online grocery delivery
- Reduced wastage of perishable goods
- Better access to refrigeration units and insulated bodies
How DSL Reefer Container Builds High-Quality Refrigerated Truck Containers
DSL Reefer Container manufactures premium refrigerated truck bodies designed for long life, high strength, and optimal temperature performance.
We offer:
- PUF insulated refrigerated truck bodies
- MS corrugated reefer bodies
- FRP insulated containers
- Multi-temperature storage solutions
- Containers compatible with Thermo King and Carrier units
- Custom-built containers for all truck sizes
- Durable construction for long-distance logistics
Maintenance Tips for Refrigerated Trucks
- Monitor refrigerant levels
- Clean condenser coils regularly
- Inspect rubber door gaskets for air leakage
- Ensure proper insulation and panel condition
- Service the refrigeration unit every 3–4 months
- Clean air channels for smooth airflow
FAQs
1. What temperature do refrigerated trucks maintain?
It depends on the product:
Chilled: +10°C to 0°C
Frozen: 0°C to -18°C
Deep frozen: -18°C to -25°C
2. How does a refrigerated truck stay cold?
Through a refrigeration unit combined with PUF insulated container panels.
3. What is the cost of a refrigerated truck body?
The cost varies by size, insulation thickness and AC unit brand. Contact us for accurate pricing.
4. Which industries need refrigerated trucks the most?
Pharma, food, dairy, meat, agriculture, and e-commerce logistics.
5. How often should the AC unit be serviced?
Basic service every 2–3 months and full service every 6 months.
Contact DSL Reefer Container
For refrigerated truck bodies, insulation solutions or custom builds:
Call: 78400 09602
Website: https://dslreefercontainers.com/
Get a free quote or consultation from our cold chain experts.