Fort Smith Emergency Walk-In Cooler, Cold Storage and Portable Refrigeration Trailer for Rent
Cold Storage Container Rental and Facilities rents refrigerated trailers and containers in Fort Smith, Arkansas, for restaurants, grocers, hospitals, schools, caterers, event teams, and contractors in Sebastian County that need temporary cold storage during renovations, equipment failures, storms, and peak demand. Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and emergency deployment coordination. Mobile kitchen and dishwashing trailers can be added when the site also needs cooking or ware washing.
- Refrigerated trailer pricing
- Starting at $1,295for a 1–6 day rental
- Estimated delivery window
- 3 to 4 hours
Refrigerated rentals in Fort Smith, Arkansas.
With about 90,900 residents, Fort Smith is a city in Sebastian County, Arkansas. Fort Smith spans about 64.2 square miles with roughly 1,415 people per square mile. Fort Smith is the county seat of Sebastian County. By Census estimates it is the 3rd most populous of 501 incorporated places in Arkansas. Fort Smith is about 6 miles from Barling and 7 miles from Van Buren, which helps when a job spans more than one site.
Since 2020, Census estimates show the population growing by roughly 1.9%. The elevation is roughly 460 feet, which is worth knowing when you plan a placement area and drainage. In Arkansas, retail logistics and lakeside tourism are regular reasons to rent refrigerated trailers or containers, from the Delta, the Ozarks, and the Ouachita Mountains. In Fort Smith, temporary refrigerated storage typically serves hospitals, schools, grocers, distributors, caterers, and event venues. For Fort Smith sites, it is worth planning for severe-storm outages and winter ice storms that can affect Arkansas before delivery. Hilly terrain in the Ozarks and Ouachitas can shape trailer placement and delivery routes.
Our 24/7 team coordinates emergency deployment to Fort Smith; call 888 385-5513 to confirm availability. The estimated delivery window is 3 to 4 hours, and your quote sets the final schedule. Choose a refrigerated trailer or container, then add a mobile kitchen trailer or dishwashing trailer if the Fort Smith site also needs cooking or ware washing.
Fort Smith at a glance.
- Population (2025 estimate)
- 90,855
- Change since 2020
- +1.9%
- Land area
- 64.2 square miles
- People per square mile
- 1,415
- Rank in Arkansas
- 3rd of 501 incorporated places
- County role
- County seat of Sebastian County
- Elevation
- 460 feet
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau population estimates and Gazetteer (population, area, rank); Fort Smith on Wikipedia (elevation, county seat, name origin).
A refrigerated trailer plan for Fort Smith.
Start with refrigerated capacity, then add the kitchen and dishwashing facilities your site in Sebastian County needs.
12ft Refrigerated Trailer
A compact refrigerated trailer option for reviewing temporary ingredient or product storage where a smaller placement footprint is a priority. Confirm the required operating temperature and refrigeration package.
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20ft Refrigerated Trailer
A 20ft refrigerated trailer for temporary stock storage, with separate temperature configurations to match the food or goods being held.
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20ft Refrigerated Container
A container-format cold-storage option for projects comparing the placement, handling, and access of a refrigerated container with a trailer-based storage facility.
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24ft Mobile Kitchen
A compact cooking trailer with a convection oven, griddle, six-burner range, sinks, and reach-in cold storage for restaurant renovations and temporary meal service.
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38ft Mobile Kitchen
A 38ft mobile commercial kitchen trailer with a fryer, convection oven, griddle/oven, six-burner range/oven, sinks, and reach-in refrigeration and freezer storage.
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22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer
Low-temperature push-through dishwashing trailers in 22ft, 24ft, and 26ft configurations, with a soil tray, scraping table, three-compartment sink, and handwashing sink.
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Review all 5 refrigerated trailer and container sizes for your Fort Smith project, with starting prices by rental length. Select a model for its specifications, photographs, and rental details.
Scroll across the table to compare specifications and starting prices.
| Model | Format | Temperature options | Power example | Starting price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Confirm for the assigned 12ft unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer | Refrigerated trailer | Separate 32°F, 15°F, and -5°F configurations; confirm the required unit | 220V, single-phase, 40–60A; verify the offered configuration | Starting at $1,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Review the selected container's specification | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $2,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container | Refrigerated container | Confirm for the assigned unit | Confirm the assigned unit’s power requirements | Starting at $3,495 for a 1–6 day rental |
Configuration examples shown. Confirm the assigned unit’s temperature range and connections in your quote. Starting prices by rental length are listed on each model page; delivery, setup, taxes, and availability are confirmed separately.
Airport Station Measured a 60-Mph Gust in Fort Smith
Thunderstorms produced a measured 60-mph wind gust at Fort Smith Regional Airport on August 16, 2024. The airport's automated weather station recorded the gust during a late-evening round of storms moving across northwestern Arkansas.
Very unstable air had developed during the afternoon, while strengthening winds aloft helped support severe thunderstorms later in the day. At ground level, gusty conditions can interrupt outdoor work and refrigerated trailer movements around commercial sites. The airport measurement captured the strength of the wind as the evening storms passed through Fort Smith.
Local background sources
Mars Petcare Announces More Production Lines and Warehouse Space
Mars Petcare announced another $117 million investment in its Fort Smith facility on September 22, 2021. The plan added two production lines, equipment upgrades and a 47,000-square-foot warehouse, with more than 140 additional full-time jobs expected. It followed a separate $145 million expansion announced earlier that year as demand for wet pet food increased.
Production growth also sharpens the planning around ingredients, including cold storage wherever perishable inputs require temperature control before processing. The company said construction was already underway and scheduled the combined project phases for completion in 2023. For Fort Smith, the announcement represented further development of an established manufacturing site and a larger flow of materials through the plant.
Local background sources
Fall Fest Connects Fort Smith Museums, Food Trucks and Downtown History
Fort Smith's 2025 Fall Fest linked downtown history with a day of food and family activities on October 4. The official tourism program advertised free museum admission, reenactments, live music and trolley rides, with the main celebration running from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The National Historic Site hosted the gathering with support from the city and local partners.
Food trucks and vendors were included among the attractions, alongside crafts and a costumed corgi celebration. Cold storage for ingredients is part of the preparation that lets temporary food service fit around a dispersed downtown program. The free trolley service helped connect the separate destinations, giving visitors several ways to move between museums, performances and a meal.
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Compare refrigerated trailer and container prices.
Starting prices by rental length for refrigerated equipment and supporting facilities in Fort Smith, Arkansas. Review the equipment details and project requirements with our team.
| Refrigerated unit | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,295 | Starting at $1,595 | Starting at $1,895 | Starting at $1,995 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Trailer ↗ | Starting at $1,495 | Starting at $1,695 | Starting at $1,995 | Starting at $1,895 |
| 20ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,495 | Starting at $2,995 | Starting at $2,995 |
| 40ft Refrigerated Container ↗ | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,495 | Starting at $3,995 | Starting at $3,995 |
Supporting facility starting prices
| Supporting facility | 1–6 days | 8–14 days | 15 days–1 month | More than 3 months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 28ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $8,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 40ft Mobile Kitchen ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $9,995 | Starting at $7,995 |
| 22-26ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 38ft Low Temp Dish Trailer ↗ | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 | Starting at $4,995 |
| 30ft Conveyor Dishwashing Trailer ↗ | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $7,995 | Starting at $6,995 |
Starting prices by rental length. Prices, availability, delivery timing, and equipment details are subject to change and will be confirmed in your final quote.
Need help now? Call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 support and current availability.
Plan around the Fort Smith address.
A project in Fort Smith starts with the same practical questions: which functions need to remain available, how the trailer can reach its placement, and how utilities will connect.
- Share the site and storage needs
Send the address, start date, expected rental length, what needs to stay cold, its holding temperature, and the approximate quantity.
- Review the unit and site requirements
We match a refrigerated trailer or container to the product and space, then review power, placement, access, and any mobile kitchen or dishwashing support.
- Confirm the quote and delivery plan
Availability, rental terms, delivery, and setup are confirmed in your quote before the unit is scheduled.
Continue planning across the region.
Compare rental planning pages for other Arkansas cities near Fort Smith.
- Barling6 miles away
- Van Buren7 miles away
- Greenwood12 miles away
- Alma13 miles away
- Wiederkehr Village35 miles away
- Prairie Grove44 miles away
- Farmington48 miles away
Fort Smith refrigerated trailer rental FAQs.
How much does a refrigerated trailer rental cost in Fort Smith?
Refrigerated trailer pricing is starting at $1,295 for a 1–6 day rental for the smallest trailer, and the same starting prices apply to Fort Smith projects. Every trailer and container has starting prices listed by rental length, from 1–6 days to more than 3 months. Delivery, setup, site work, taxes, and the complete rental term are confirmed in your quote.
How quickly can a refrigerated trailer reach Fort Smith?
The estimated delivery window to Fort Smith is 3 to 4 hours. Final timing depends on availability, the route, site access, and your start date, and is confirmed in your quote. For urgent needs, call 888 385-5513 for 24/7 emergency deployment coordination.
Can you also serve Barling and other nearby places?
Yes. Places such as Barling (about 6 miles), Van Buren (about 7 miles), and Greenwood (about 12 miles) can be planned together with a Fort Smith rental, and the team can review one project that spans more than one address. Confirm each site's access, power, and dates in your quote.
What if a cooler fails or the power goes out in Fort Smith?
Call 888 385-5513 any time. Emergency deployment is coordinated 24/7: share the Fort Smith address, the holding temperature, the quantity of product, and whether power is available, and the team will confirm the quickest workable option. Arkansas sites can face severe-storm outages and winter ice storms, so ask about generator connections before the product is at risk.
Do I need a permit to place a refrigerated trailer in Fort Smith?
Requirements depend on the exact site and the local jurisdiction, so check with Fort Smith's town or city office and Sebastian County before dispatch. Unit dimensions, electrical needs, and placement details are shared with you to support that conversation, and any required approval stays your responsibility to confirm.
Should I choose a trailer or a container for my Fort Smith site?
Compare the stock you need to hold, the required temperature, the placement area, and door access. Trailers and containers are separate formats, and a mobile kitchen or dishwashing trailer can be reviewed alongside the refrigerated unit when the site also needs cooking or ware washing.
Keep Fort Smith cold.
Share your site, dates, and storage needs. We’ll review the refrigerated trailer or container and supporting kitchen and dishwashing plan for your Arkansas project.