12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
Starting from $1,895 / month
The smallest trailer in the lineup. It fits tight lots and loading areas when a small walk-in cooler or freezer goes down.
Arkansas Refrigeration Trailer Rentals
Rental refrigeration is available throughout Arkansas. When a walk-in cooler or freezer fails, our refrigerated trailer and container rentals put cold storage on your site, along with mobile kitchens and dishwashing trailers if the kitchen is down too. We list pages for Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, and Springdale and 16 more Arkansas cities and towns, and service is nationwide, so a site anywhere in the state is covered. Hospitals, schools, restaurants, grocers, and distributors rent from us, short term or long term. Call 24/7 or request availability and a quote.
Arkansas cities and towns
20 pages: the 5 largest cities, then 15 smaller towns under 10,000 people. Each page has local delivery planning, emergency support, requirements, and routes.
Cities
Largest cities
- Little Rock refrigeration rentals 203,842 people, Pulaski County
- Fayetteville refrigeration rentals 101,680 people, Washington County
- Fort Smith refrigeration rentals 89,770 people, Sebastian County
- Springdale refrigeration rentals 88,224 people, Benton County
- Jonesboro refrigeration rentals 80,650 people, Craighead County
Smaller cities and towns
- Clarksville 9,600
- Beebe 8,871
- Helena-West Helena 8,670
- Hope 8,558
- Monticello 8,175
- Newport 8,089
- Wynne 8,011
- Stuttgart 7,788
- Pocahontas 7,601
- Heber Springs 7,239
- Morrilton 7,083
- Osceola 6,610
- De Queen 6,019
- Berryville 5,754
- Mena 5,618
What drives cold-storage demand in Arkansas
Arkansas summers are hot and humid, with average highs above 90 F across central and southern parts of the state, and the state record is 120 F at Ozark in 1936. Winters are mild to cold; January lows average under 25 F in the Ozarks and over 34 F in the southwest, with occasional ice storms.
The hottest stretch runs june to September. The coldest runs december to February. Both extremes strain commercial refrigeration, and both bring calls for emergency cold storage.
Restaurants, grocers, food distributors, and healthcare kitchens in the region often rent a trailer when a compressor fails in the heat.
Weather and hazards
- Tornado (Spring peak, with outbreaks also recorded in other months): Arkansas averaged about 40 tornadoes a year from 1995 to 2024. The April 27, 2014 Mayflower/Vilonia tornado killed 16, and a May 26, 2024 outbreak caused 10 deaths. Tornado damage can destroy kitchens and cold storage and cut power, which often creates a need for temporary refrigeration and kitchens. Source
- Flood (Spring, with major river floods in other seasons): The 1927 Mississippi River flood inundated 36 counties, and May 2011 floods submerged more than 1 million acres of farmland. Nine of the last ten years through 2024 had above-average numbers of 3-inch rain days. Floods can force food businesses to relocate stock and may need temporary kitchens and warewashing during cleanup. Source
- Ice storm (December to February): The January 2009 ice storm left about 300,000 homes in northern Arkansas without power. In February 2021 Little Rock hit -1 F and Fayetteville set an all-time low of -20 F. Ice storms and deep freezes often cause multi-day outages that can threaten stored food and stop commercial kitchens. Source
- Drought (Summer): Severe droughts hit in 2005-2007 and 2010-2012, and in 2012 all 75 Arkansas counties received drought-related disaster declarations. Heat and drought stress agriculture and can create seasonal cold storage demand for early or concentrated harvests. Source
- Earthquake (Year-round): Osceola lies within the New Madrid Seismic Zone, and the Wynne article ties the city to the New Madrid fault line near Crowley's Ridge. A major quake could disrupt utilities across eastern Arkansas and create demand for emergency cold storage. Source
Power outages
- The January 2009 ice storm left about 300,000 homes in northern Arkansas without power at its height. Large ice-related outages can last days and can force food businesses to find temporary cold storage and cooking facilities. Source
- The February 2021 winter storm sent Little Rock to -1 F, its coldest in more than 30 years, while grid operators in the south-central U.S. ordered rolling blackouts across 14 states. Extreme cold can strain regional grids and cause outages that threaten walk-in coolers and freezers. Source
Food and hospitality
- Springdale is known as the Poultry Capital of the World and is home to Tyson Foods' headquarters; Tyson (4,300 employees), George's and Cargill are its largest employers. Poultry processors depend on large-scale refrigeration that may need temporary backup or surge capacity. Source
- Stuttgart is a rice center, home to Riceland Foods and Producers Rice Mill and the Dale Bumpers Rice Research Center. Rice and related food processing operate on harvest cycles that can create seasonal storage demand. Source
- Arkansas ranks third nationally in channel catfish aquaculture, with $71.5 million in sales in 2007, about 16 percent of the U.S. market. Aquaculture harvest and processing needs refrigerated holding. Source
- Fort Smith manufacturers include Kraft Heinz (Planters), Gerber and Pernod Ricard-USA, and OK Foods employs about 1,900. Food and beverage plants rely on refrigeration and cold chain capacity. Source
Rules, agencies, and roads in Arkansas
We rent to commercial and industrial customers only. Before you place temporary refrigeration or a temporary kitchen in Arkansas, check local rules. The state agency to start with is Arkansas Department of Health, Food Protection Program (Environmental Health Protection Branch). For emergency information, see Arkansas Division of Emergency Management (ADEM).
- The Arkansas Department of Health requires a permit for food sold to the public that needs temperature control, including restaurants, schools, mobile units and concession stands. A temporary kitchen serving the public generally needs a health permit. Source
- Temporary food establishment permits cover a single event or celebration of 14 consecutive days or fewer and are applied for through the local county health unit. Event or emergency kitchens that run longer than 14 days may need a different permit. Source
- Plan review is required for new food facilities and remodels, with a fee of 1 percent of estimated cost (minimum $50, maximum $500), and a separate plumbing review applies when plumbing is new or relocated. Temporary structures or kitchens that connect to plumbing at a fixed site may trigger plan review. Source
- A mobile food unit must be self-contained with permanently mounted freshwater and waste tanks, and plans go to the Arkansas Department of Health Environmental Health Protection Branch for review. Mobile kitchens and dishwashing trailers should be checked against these self-contained design requirements. Source
Main roads
- I-40: About 285 miles across Arkansas past West Memphis, Little Rock, Morrilton and Clarksville; crosses the Mississippi River on the Hernando de Soto Bridge into Tennessee.
- I-30: About 143 miles from Texarkana through Hope and Arkadelphia to Little Rock.
- I-49: Runs through Fayetteville and Springdale in Northwest Arkansas; the Fort Smith section is still signed AR 549 pending an Arkansas River bridge due about 2029; passes through the Bobby Hopper Tunnel in the Ozarks.
- I-55: 72 miles from West Memphis to the Missouri line, passing Osceola and Blytheville.
- I-555: Begins at Turrell on I-55 and connects to Jonesboro.
- I-57: US 67/167 near Beebe was redesignated I-57 on November 7, 2024.
Events that raise demand
- Rodeo of the Ozarks (Early July (Independence Day weekend)): A four-day rodeo at Parsons Stadium in Springdale held on Independence Day weekend since 1944. Large rodeo crowds create demand for concessions and temporary food service.
- Hope Watermelon Festival (August): Held Thursday through Saturday of the second week of August in Hope, a watermelon-growing town. Produce festivals can need temporary refrigeration for fruit and food vendors.
- King Biscuit Blues Festival (October): A blues festival held each October on Cherry Street in downtown Helena. Multi-day music festivals raise demand for catering and warewashing.
- Wings Over The Prairie Festival and World Championship Duck Calling Contest (November (Thanksgiving week)): Stuttgart hosts a festival and duck-calling contest during Thanksgiving week, tied to its waterfowl hunting tourism. Hunting-season visitors fill local restaurants and events that need food service capacity.
- Little Rock Marathon (March (first Saturday)): The Little Rock Marathon is held on the first Saturday of March. Large race events bring crowds needing temporary food and refrigeration.
Refrigeration equipment to rent in Arkansas
Each card shows the lowest printed price. Open a unit for the full price row.
Equipment
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
Starting from $1,895 / month
The workhorse. A 20 ft trailer comes as a 32°F cooler or as a low-temperature freezer configuration, so you can match what failed.
20 ft Refrigerated Container
Starting from $2,995 / month
A stationary cold storage box for bulk product, built for longer projects, seasonal peaks, and renovations.
40 ft Refrigerated Container
Starting from $3,995 / month
The largest cold storage option. It takes pallets and bulk product for food distribution, disaster response, and large facilities.
Arkansas in the Southeast
Service is available across the whole region. See the Southeast page, or go to a neighboring state:
- Alabama refrigeration rentals
- Florida refrigeration rentals
- Georgia refrigeration rentals
- Kentucky refrigeration rentals
- Louisiana refrigeration rentals
- Mississippi refrigeration rentals
- North Carolina refrigeration rentals
- South Carolina refrigeration rentals
- Tennessee refrigeration rentals
- Virginia refrigeration rentals
- West Virginia refrigeration rentals
- All 50 states
Rental terms at a glance
Rentals run by the week or by the month, with short-term and long-term options, and we answer calls 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup on site takes about 1 hour for a refrigeration unit and about 5 hours for a kitchen or dishwashing trailer; a ramp adds 4 to 6 hours and stairs add 5 to 15 minutes. GPS tracking is possible on request. Delivery, setup, servicing, and minimum terms are confirmed in your quote, and an inquiry does not reserve equipment.
Cold storage down? Call now.
Emergency refrigeration rentals in Arkansas.
If a walk-in cooler or freezer has stopped holding temperature, call now. Tell us your city and state, what failed, how much product is at risk, and what power is on site. Keep doors closed to hold the cold while we work out the right trailer or container for you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I rent a refrigerated trailer in Arkansas?
Call (888) 385-5513 or send the quote form with the address, what failed, the temperature you need, and the power at your site. We confirm the unit, availability, delivery, and terms in your quote. An inquiry does not reserve equipment.
Which Arkansas cities do you serve?
Service is nationwide, so we serve commercial and industrial customers across Arkansas. We list pages for Little Rock, Fayetteville, Fort Smith, Springdale, Jonesboro, and Clarksville and 14 more cities and towns. If your site is elsewhere in the state, call and we will confirm.
Can I rent a refrigerated container in Arkansas for a long project?
Yes. A 20 ft or 40 ft refrigerated container suits renovations and seasonal peaks in Arkansas. Rent short term or lease for months, and see the full price rows on each unit page.
Do you rent mobile kitchens and dishwashing trailers in Arkansas?
Yes. When a Arkansas kitchen is down, we rent mobile kitchens and commercial dishwashing trailers to pair with refrigeration.
Who regulates food safety in Arkansas?
Arkansas Department of Health, Food Protection Program (Environmental Health Protection Branch) (https://www.healthy.arkansas.gov/programs-services/topics/food-protection) is the state agency to start with. Local health departments may add their own rules, so check before placing temporary refrigeration or a temporary kitchen.
What to send for a fast quote
- The city and state where the unit will sit
- What failed and how much product is at risk
- Cooler (32°F) or freezer temperature needed
- Power available at the site: voltage, phase, and amps
- Access: gate or door width, surface, and where the unit will be placed
- How long you expect to need it
Prefer to talk? Call (888) 385-5513 any time.