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.
Oklahoma Refrigeration Trailer Rentals
Rental refrigeration is available throughout Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, and Broken Arrow and 16 more Oklahoma 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.
Oklahoma 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
- Oklahoma City refrigeration rentals 702,767 people, Canadian County
- Tulsa refrigeration rentals 411,894 people, Osage County
- Norman refrigeration rentals 130,046 people, Cleveland County
- Broken Arrow refrigeration rentals 119,194 people, Tulsa County
- Edmond refrigeration rentals 98,103 people, Oklahoma County
Smaller cities and towns
- Pryor Creek 9,636
- Poteau 9,075
- Sallisaw 8,641
- Cushing 8,391
- Clinton 8,383
- Grove 7,293
- Seminole 7,262
- Idabel 6,971
- Blackwell 6,072
- Pauls Valley 6,053
- Henryetta 5,612
- Anadarko 5,518
- Hugo 5,190
- Lone Grove 5,190
- Kingfisher 5,057
What drives cold-storage demand in Oklahoma
Summers are hot, with July mean highs around 93F in Oklahoma City and Tulsa and about 96F in Lawton; eastern Oklahoma is humid while the Panhandle is drier. Winters bring January lows near 27 to 28F in the main cities, with occasional snow, sleet or freezing rain. The state record high is 120F and the record low is -31F.
The hottest stretch runs june to August. The coldest runs december to February. Both extremes strain commercial refrigeration, and both bring calls for emergency cold storage.
Restaurants, hotels, grocers, and large event venues often rent refrigeration trailers when equipment fails during peak heat.
Weather and hazards
- Tornado (April to June): Oklahoma averages about 62 tornadoes a year, with April through June the highest-risk months. The 1999 Bridge Creek-Moore tornado was rated F5 and the 2013 Moore tornado (EF5) killed 24 people. Tornado damage and the outages that follow often leave businesses needing temporary cold storage and kitchens. Source
- Ice storm (December to February (October 2020 event)): The October 26 to 28, 2020 ice storm left up to 2 inches of ice in the Oklahoma City area, caused more than $125 million in damage and cut power to over 400,000 customers. Ice storms can leave refrigeration and kitchens without power for many days. Source
- Wildfire: In March 2025, wildfires driven by wind burned tens of thousands of acres in western and central Oklahoma, and the governor said some were ignited by downed or sparking power lines. Wildfire evacuations and outages can displace kitchens and spoil stored food. Source
- Flood (Spring and summer): A stalled front dropped about 15 inches of rain on Tulsa overnight in 1984, killing 14 people and destroying about 7,000 buildings; Kingfisher saw creek flooding cover about 25 percent of the city in August 2007. Flooding can inundate kitchens and cold storage and cut off supply routes. Source
- Heat wave (July to August): Tulsa averages about 11 days a year above 100F, and long stretches of hot, dry weather are common in July and August. Extreme heat can overload coolers and raise spoilage risk at outdoor events. Source
Power outages
- The late October 2020 ice storm cut power to over 400,000 customers, with about 40,000 still out ten days later; it was the largest outage in OG&E's history. Outages lasting more than a week often spoil refrigerated stock and halt kitchens. Source
- Wind and wildfires on March 14, 2025 pushed statewide outages above 77,000, and PSO outages peaked at 25,663 customers. Wind-driven outages can arrive suddenly and affect many food businesses at once. Source
- Oklahoma City reached -14F in February 2021, its coldest reading since 1899. Extreme cold stresses equipment and the grid at the same time. Source
Food and hospitality
- Oklahoma crop and livestock receipts were about $9.55 billion in 2022, led by cattle and calves ($4.58 billion), hogs ($1.48 billion) and broilers ($1.28 billion). Large livestock and poultry sectors depend on cold-chain processing and storage. Source
- Oklahoma City has one of the world's largest livestock markets. Livestock trading feeds meat-processing and cold-chain demand. Source
- Blue Bell Creameries is among the major employers in Broken Arrow. Ice cream production requires deep-freeze cold storage. Source
- A Walmart Distribution Center is among Pauls Valley's largest employers. Grocery distribution is a cold-chain operation. Source
Rules, agencies, and roads in Oklahoma
We rent to commercial and industrial customers only. Before you place temporary refrigeration or a temporary kitchen in Oklahoma, check local rules. The state agency to start with is Oklahoma State Department of Health, Consumer Health Service. For emergency information, see Oklahoma Department of Emergency Management and Homeland Security.
- For food establishments, the Oklahoma State Department of Health issues the license, while plan review is handled separately by the local county health department; the state page lists a $425 plan review fee when review is required. Anyone setting up a temporary or mobile kitchen should contact the local county health department early. Source
- The state food establishment rules are in OAC Title 310, Chapter 257, which includes a subchapter on mobile units. Mobile kitchens are regulated under their own subchapter. Source
- Tulsa Health Department says mobile food establishments that sell only prepackaged food need no plan review, and it notes a $425 state fee applies to all mobile operations. Prepackaged-only vendors face lighter requirements than cooking units. Source
- The state licensing page directs temporary food operators to contact their local county health department about eligibility rather than listing a statewide temporary event rule. Event kitchens should confirm local requirements first. Source
Main roads
- I-35: About 236 miles from the Texas line south of Thackerville to the Kansas line; serves Norman, Oklahoma City, Edmond, Pauls Valley and Blackwell.
- I-40: About 331 miles from the Texas line to the Arkansas line; serves Clinton, Oklahoma City, Henryetta and Sallisaw.
- I-44: About 329 miles from the Texas line to the Missouri line, passing Oklahoma City and Tulsa.
- I-240: Oklahoma City loop route, extended west in 2024.
- I-244: Loop through downtown Tulsa from I-44 to I-44.
- I-235: Short route in Oklahoma City linking I-35/I-40 to I-44.
- I-335: Redesignation in 2024 of the Kickapoo Turnpike from I-40 near Oklahoma City to I-44 at Luther.
- US-69: Runs through Pryor Creek.
Events that raise demand
- State Fair of Oklahoma (Mid to late September (about 11 days)): Held in Oklahoma City and drawing about 900,000 people, by one estimate close to one million. Fair vendors can often use extra refrigeration and dishwashing over the run.
- Norman Medieval Fair (Late March or early April): Held at Reaves Park in Norman; attendance exceeded 325,000 in 2006. Large festival crowds can use temporary kitchens and cold storage.
- University of Oklahoma football games (Fall): Games in Norman draw over 80,000 people. Game days can use catering kitchens and temporary refrigeration.
- American Heritage Music Festival (Grove) (Early June): Free festival in Grove, near Grand Lake, whose busiest season is Memorial Day to Labor Day. Lake tourism and festivals can use temporary food service.
- Kay County Free Fair (Blackwell) (September): Annual county fair in Blackwell. County fairs often need temporary refrigeration.
Refrigeration equipment to rent in Oklahoma
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.
Oklahoma in the Southwest
Service is available across the whole region. See the Southwest page, or go to a neighboring state:
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 Oklahoma.
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 Oklahoma?
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 Oklahoma cities do you serve?
Service is nationwide, so we serve commercial and industrial customers across Oklahoma. We list pages for Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, Broken Arrow, Edmond, and Pryor Creek 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 Oklahoma for a long project?
Yes. A 20 ft or 40 ft refrigerated container suits renovations and seasonal peaks in Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma?
Yes. When a Oklahoma kitchen is down, we rent mobile kitchens and commercial dishwashing trailers to pair with refrigeration.
Who regulates food safety in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma State Department of Health, Consumer Health Service (https://oklahoma.gov/health.html) 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.