Reefer Fuel Consumption
Calculate refrigeration unit fuel consumption from temperature differential.
Inputs
°F
°F
ft
hrs
$/gal
Results
Fuel Rate
1.55 gal/hr
Trip Fuel Usage
37.2 gal
Trip Fuel Cost$148.8
Cost per Hour$6.2
Daily Fuel Cost$148.8
Weekly Fuel Cost$1,041.6
Temperature Differential50°F
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter the Ambient Temperature (°F) outside the trailer.
- Set the Setpoint Temperature (°F) for the cargo — 35°F for fresh produce, 0°F for frozen.
- Enter Trailer Length in feet and Trip Duration in hours.
- Set the current Diesel Price ($/gal) and select Single or Multi-Temperature reefer unit.
- Choose Load Density (light LTL, medium, or full) to account for cooling demand.
- Review Fuel Rate (gal/hr), Trip Fuel Usage (gal), Trip Fuel Cost, and Cost per Hour.
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