Buying a Quality Used Reefer Trailer
Buying a quality used reefer trailer is one of the best ways to add value to your trucking fleet. There are many options out there, and it can be hard to know if you’re getting the best quality at the best price.
Choosing the right reefer trailer can boost your bottom line with lower maintenance costs, better fuel efficiency, and longer equipment life. With a little research and a careful eye, you can find the best trailer at the best value.
The Trailer Experts at Pedigree will help you find the perfect fit — a trailer you can trust mile after mile. We also put together this article to guide you through finding the right reefer trailer for your business.
Carrier X4 Reefer Units
One of the most popular reefer units in trucking today is the Carrier X4 Series. Because of its high demand, we’re focusing this article on trailers equipped with this unit.
Carrier designed the X4 to deliver superior performance and efficiency with a proven, dependable build. It solves the challenge of meeting emissions standards while offering major gains in fuel savings and cooling performance.
The X4 quickly became known for its reliability. Its high-efficiency design provides better fuel economy, more cooling capacity, faster pulldown, quieter operation, and reduced maintenance. Large fleets like Prime Inc. rely on the X4 for these exact reasons.
Pedigree offers trailers equipped with Carrier X4 units as well as Thermo King units. You can even purchase a reefer unit without a trailer if that better fits your needs — see options here.
All Carrier X4 Units Are Not Created Equal
Carrier released two X4 models: the X4 7300 and the X4 7500. Both offer the main benefits of the X4 Series, but there is one major difference.
The X4 7500 provides 2,000 more BTUs than the 7300. That extra capacity gives you better cooling power and increased fuel efficiency. With rising fuel costs, every mile saved puts money back in your pocket.
A 7500 also gives you more confidence that your load stays at the right temperature — letting you stay focused on the road.
Outgassing: The Silent Profit Killer
Outgassing is an important factor when buying a used reefer trailer. It’s the natural decline in a trailer’s ability to hold temperature within its polyurethane walls. This happens to every trailer over years of use.
The best way to offset outgassing is to run a well-maintained reefer unit with strong BTU output. That’s why choosing a trailer with a Carrier X4 7500 is often a better option than choosing one with a 7300.
To learn more about outgassing, read our article here.
Buying the Right Reefer Trailer
Many advertisers don’t list the exact Carrier X4 model in their trailer descriptions. This detail is crucial if you want the best value. Choosing the wrong X4 can become a costly mistake.
If a listing does not clearly state that the reefer is a 7500, it may be a 7300. Often, both models are priced similarly, even though the 7300 offers lower BTUs. Always look for the model number. If it’s not listed, ask your salesperson directly.
At Pedigree, we clearly list which reefer unit is included on every trailer. To view our full inventory of Carrier X4 or Thermo King reefer trailers, click here.
All Pedigree trailers come with a reefer warranty and complete service records. Every scheduled service was completed on time or early. That’s what we mean when we say “Know Your Pedigree.”
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