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Feb 10, 2026
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We recently had the pleasure of supporting a customer in Latin America with their refrigerated transport requirements. Their business is in poultry, running a substantial chicken farm, and they manage a fleet of some thirty large trucks alongside eight smaller vehicles. This particular project focused on equipping those eight smaller trucks – each with a cargo box measuring roughly 2.5 metres in length, offering about eight square metres of space – with suitable refrigeration. Their need was to maintain a consistent temperature of 0°C for transporting fresh chicken, ensuring it arrives in perfect condition.

Based precisely on these specifications – the van size and the critical 0°C temperature point – we recommended our direct-drive K-260 Box Truck Reefer Unit. It’s an excellent match for this class of vehicle, designed for cargo spaces between 5 and 10 cubic metres, and offers a robust cooling capacity of 2015W. Small Truck Refrigeration Units are thoughtfully engineered for reliability and ease of use, featuring a multi-function microprocessor controller for precise management, an extra-flat evaporator with an inner-grooved copper tube for efficient heat exchange, and a micro-channel parallel flow condenser. The digital display clearly shows temperature (in °C or °F, as preferred), return air readings, and any configuration parameters or alarms. For peace of mind, it also comes with essential safety devices, including low and high refrigerant pressure protection and thermal protection.

We are delighted to report that the customer has successfully installed four of Small Truck Refrigeration Units K-260  so far and is thoroughly pleased with the performance. Feedback indicates that the cooling effect is "very good," with the unit reaching the required 0°C set point in a very short time. They also highlighted the front-install design, which they found made the installation process quick and straightforward. It’s always gratifying to hear when a solution works so seamlessly for a client. Their satisfaction is such that they have indicated plans to place a repeat order for the remaining units in the near future.

While the K-260 was the ideal fit for this customer's smaller vans, it’s worth noting that our K Series offers solutions across the spectrum. For larger truck models, our best-selling K-460 box truck reefer unit is a formidable piece of kit. It boasts a greater cooling capacity, making it a powerful and often more cost-effective alternative, capable of completely replacing units like the Carrier 350. The K-460 is perfectly suited for larger cargo spaces, typically between 16 and 22 cubic metres.

A key feature across our entire K Series is the optional electrical standby function. This allows the unit to operate on an external power source when the vehicle’s main engine is off – an essential feature for maintaining temperature during extended parking or quiet delivery periods. Furthermore, we understand that needs vary, which is why we can also provide tailored Van Refrigeration units configured to your specific vehicle and operational requirements.

Should you have any questions about matching the right unit to your fleet, or if you would like to discuss your specific temperature-controlled logistics challenges, please do not hesitate to get in touch. We welcome your inquiries and are here to provide expert guidance.

Model K-260 K-360 K-460 K-560 K-660 K-680
Temperature Range(In Container) - 18℃ ~ + 15℃ - 18℃ ~ + 15℃ - 18℃ ~ + 15℃ - 18℃ ~ +15℃ -20℃ ~ +15℃ -20℃ ~ +30℃ / 0℉ ~ +86℉
Cooling Capacity 0℃/+32℉ 2100W 2980W 4000w 4600W 5050W / 6745Kcal/h / 18000BTU 6000W
   -20℃/ 0℉ 1500W 1700W 2150w 2400W 2890 / 3489Kcal/h / 9980BTU 3200
Compressor Model 5s11 5s14 TM16 TM16/QP16 QP16/TM16 QP21/TM21
Displacement 108cc/r 138cc/r 162cc/r 162cc/r 163cc/r 163cc/r
Weight 8.9 Kg 8.9 Kg 8.9kg 8.9kg 8.9kg 8.9kg
Condenser Coil Aluminum micro-channel parallel flow coils Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin
Fan One Fan (DC12V/24V) One Fan (DC12V/24V) Two Fans (DC12V/24V) Two Fans (DC12V/24V) Two Fans (DC12V/24V) Two Fans (DC12V/24V)
Dimensions 925×430×300 mm 925*430*300 1148×475×388mm 1148X475x388mm 1360*530*365 mm 1360*530*365 mm
Weight 26.9 kg 27kg 31.7 kg 31.7kg 33 kg 33 kg
Evaporator Coil Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin Copper Tube & Aluminum Fin
Fan One Fans (DC12V/24V) 2 Fans (DC12V/24V) Two Fans (DC12V/24V) Three Fans(DC12V/24V) Three Fans(DC12V/24V) Three Fans(DC12V/24V)
Air flow 1400m³/h 1400m³/h —— 3*1950m³/h 4200m³/h 6300m³/h
Dimensions 610×550×175 mm 850×550×175 mm 1080×600×235 mm 1080×600×235 mm 1475×649×230 mm 1475×650×246 mm
Weight 13.5kg 19.5kg 23 kg 25kg 34 kg 35 kg
Voltage DC12V / DC24V DC12V / DC24V DC12V / DC24V DC12V / DC24V DC12V / DC24V DC12V / DC24V
Refrigerant R404a/0.8-0.9kg R404a/ 1.3- 1.4kg R404a/ 1.5- 1.6kg R404a/ 1.6- 1.7kg R404a/ 1.7- 1.8kg R404a/2.0-2.3kg
Defrosting Hot gas defrosting(Auto./Manual)
Application 6~11m³ 12~18m³ 16~22m³ 22~30m³ 24~32m³ 28~35m³


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