Closed truck hire with refrigeration switched off
Fridge Truck Rentals also provides dedicated enclosed vehicle hire for suitable general goods that do not need chilled or frozen transport. For approved loads, the refrigeration can be switched off and the vehicle used as a closed truck for ordinary goods.
Based in Roodepoort, we arrange collections in Johannesburg and selected Gauteng areas. Every hire includes a professional driver and fuel. Tell us what you need to move so we can confirm the vehicle and cargo requirements before booking.
General products we can accommodate
- Boxed nuts, bolts, fasteners and other hardware
- Clean, securely packed spare parts and components
- Tools and suitable equipment
- Clothing, textiles and packaged retail stock
- Plastic products, sealed cartons and suitable palletised goods
Your load does not have to be food or perishable goods. Send the cargo description, total weight and packaged dimensions so we can assess the load and vehicle access requirements.
Choose an enclosed vehicle for your load
Vehicle selection depends on cargo weight, dimensions, loading height and the collection and delivery locations.
- 1-ton enclosed bakkie — up to 950 kg.
- 4-ton enclosed truck — up to 3,500 kg.
- 8-ton enclosed truck — up to 7,500 kg.
- 28-ton enclosed triaxle — up to 28,000 kg, subject to route and site access.
Johannesburg and Gauteng collection areas
See local collection guidance for West Rand, Roodepoort, Ruimsig, Robertville, Sandton. For regular runs, read our scheduled and recurring delivery page.
How to request a normal-goods hire estimate
- Enter your collection and delivery addresses, extra stops, cargo weight, vehicle and date in the instant quote calculator.
- Select Ambient for suitable goods that do not need chilled or frozen temperatures.
- Describe the goods and provide carton or pallet quantities and packaged dimensions when requesting the booking.
- Our team confirms vehicle availability, load suitability and the operating requirements before accepting the booking.
For regular collections, consecutive-day hire or recurring delivery routes, use our business account and long-term hire enquiry. For stock going to several shops, see our retail and chain-store delivery page.
Frequently asked questions
Can a fridge truck carry nuts, bolts and spare parts?
Yes, suitable general goods can be carried in an enclosed vehicle with refrigeration switched off. Select Ambient and describe the cargo so we can confirm the vehicle configuration and load requirements.
What does Ambient mean in the calculator?
Ambient is the option for goods that do not need active chilling or freezing. It is the option to select when requesting an enclosed vehicle for suitable normal goods.
Is a driver included?
Yes. Our vehicle hire includes a professional driver and fuel.
Get a Closed Truck Hire Estimate
If your products need controlled temperatures, see chilled goods transport or frozen food transport.