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Vehicle Spotlight: 18 to 26 Foot Non-CDL Refrigerated Truck

For businesses requiring reliable refrigerated transportation without the need for a commercial driver’s license (CDL), the 18 to 26 ft. refrigerated truck – non-CDL is the perfect choice. Designed to keep your perishable goods at the optimal temperature while offering ample cargo space, this truck is ideal for a range of industries working with temperature-sensitive goods.


Key Features Include: 

  • Refrigerated Capacity: Our non-CDL reefer trucks provide a spacious cargo area with up to an 8,000 lb. payload capacity and up to 1,600 cu. ft. of loading space. It ensures your temperature-sensitive products are kept cool and fresh throughout the journey, whether you’re delivering produce, dairy, pharmaceuticals or frozen goods.
  • Temperature-Control Precision: Maintaining the correct temperature is critical when transporting perishable items, and this truck is equipped to meet that challenge, ensuring your cargo always stays within its required temperature range.
  • Versatility and Convenience: These powerful and reliable non-CDL trucks feature a GVW of up to 26,000 lbs., rear roll-up door, curbside door, forklift loading package option, E-track, two rows, and a liftgate with up to a 3,000 lb. capacity.
  • Driver Comfort and Safety: The truck's cab is designed with driver comfort in mind. Air conditioning, automatic transmission and power steering offer a smooth and enjoyable driving experience, even on long hauls. This truck is also equipped with essential safety features such as anti-lock brakes, ensuring safe operation and peace of mind on the road.
  • Ideal Uses: These reefer trucks are perfect for businesses and industries that need reliable refrigerated transport:
    • Food and Beverage Distribution: Ideal for transporting perishable goods, ensuring they arrive fresh and safe.
    • Pharmaceuticals: Suitable for delivering or storing temperature-sensitive medical supplies, vaccines and other pharmaceuticals.
    • Catering and Event Services: Perfect for catering companies needing to transport or store large quantities of food while keeping it at the right temperature.
  • Nationwide Availability: Penske offers the 18 to 26 ft. refrigerated truck - non-CDL at locations across the country, ensuring that businesses nationwide can access the refrigerated transportation solutions they need. Whether you're making local deliveries or moving goods across state lines, Penske's nationwide network makes it easy to rent, pick up and drop off your truck at a location that’s convenient for you.