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Reefer trailers keep product cold and on spec from dock to dock. What matters most is how you run: single temp or multi-temp lanes, how low you need to hold (ice cream vs produce), and whether you care more about fuel burn or fast pull-down. Most over-the-road buyers land on 53 ft, tandem, air ride, with an aluminum duct or heavy-duty duct floor to keep air moving evenly under the load. Match the unit to your freight: a modern Thermo King or Carrier single-temp is the workhorse for national produce and protein lanes, and multi-temp with bulkheads makes sense if you split frozen/chilled or run milk-run stops. If you're turning docks all day, spec a roll-up door for speed; if you need max seal and cube, go swing doors. Insulation and door seals do more for real-world temperature control than most people think—if the box leaks, the unit just burns fuel trying to keep up. If you're shopping used, look at unit hours and service history, check the box for light leaks, feel the door gaskets, and make sure the floor isn't beat flat where the air needs to flow. For new buyers, decide on single vs multi-temp first, then pick the floor, door style, and the aero you want. After that it's fuel tank size, side skirts, and little options that make your crews' days easier.
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2027 Utility Reefer | Royal PLUS

2027 Utility Reefer | Royal PLUS

$61,500 USD
2027 Utility Reefer | Royal PLUS This 3000R® refrigerated van continues its unprecedented track record of excellence. It continues to deliver a high level of thermal efficiency, and...
ConditionNew
Stock Number6093
MLS Number14123518
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated6/2/2026
Location
Dearborn, MI, US
Sold By
Royal Truck & Utility Trailer
2020 Hyundai 53ft Reefer Trailer - 10,000 Hrs, Carrier 7300 X4 Unit, Air Ride, Swing Door, Side Skirts

2020 Hyundai 53ft Reefer Trailer - 10,000 Hrs, Carrier 7300 X4 Unit, Air Ride, Swing Door, Side Skirts

Price Drop $43,990 USD
2020 Hyundai 53ft Reefer Trailer - 10,000 Hrs, Carrier 7300 X4 Unit, Air Ride, Swing Door, Side Skirts 2020 Hyundai 53 ft Reefer Trailer, Model: Hyundai ThermoTech 53' Refrigerated...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Floor TypeAluminum Duct Floor
MLS Number14432331
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Cape Coral, FL, US
Sold By
ITAG Equipment
UTILITY VS2RA 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Carrier

2016 UTILITY VS2RA 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
$18,900 USD
2016 Utility Reefers with roll doors flat floors, , 53’ x 102”, , Hendrickson air ride, , Carrier 8500 Vector units with shore power at rear of trailer, , Dual tires on steel wheels, , 5...
Quantity27
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionHendrickson
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeRoll up
Floor TypeFlat Floor
Stock NumberutGM646302
MLS Number14484661
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Indianapolis, IN, US
Sold By
Interstate Utility Trailer
UTILITY 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Liftgate, Thermo King, Multi-Temp

2015 UTILITY 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Liftgate, Thermo King, Multi-Temp

Newly Listed
$19,900 USD
1052161-RL 2015 Utility - 48' - Roll door air ride lift gate reefer with Thermoking Precedent MT cooling unit, 48'x 102" x13'6" tall Reefer van, Air ride sliding suspension, Air operated...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeRoll up
Floor TypeFlat Floor
LiftgateYes
Stock Number1052161-RL
MLS Number14484337
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Chehalis, WA, US
Sold By
Trailer Source, Inc.
UTILITY 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Liftgate, Thermo King, Multi-Temp

2015 UTILITY 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Liftgate, Thermo King, Multi-Temp

Newly Listed
$19,900 USD
1052159-RL 2015 Utility - 48' - Roll door air ride lift gate reefer with Low hour Thermoking Precedent MT cooling unit, 48'x 102" x13'6" tall Reefer van, Air ride sliding suspension, Air...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeRoll up
Floor TypeFlat Floor
LiftgateYes
Stock Number1052159-RL
MLS Number14484297
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Orting, WA, US
Sold By
Trailer Source, Inc.
UTILITY 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Liftgate, Thermo King, Multi-Temp

2015 UTILITY 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Roll up Door, Liftgate, Thermo King, Multi-Temp

Newly Listed
$18,900 USD
1052158-RL 2015 Utility - 48' - Roll door air ride lift gate reefer with Low hour Thermoking Precedent MT cooling unit, 48'x 102" x13'6" tall Reefer van, Air ride sliding suspension, Air...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeRoll up
Floor TypeFlat Floor
LiftgateYes
Stock Number1052158-RL
MLS Number14484273
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Orting, WA, US
Sold By
Trailer Source, Inc.
2018 Vanguard 53ft Reefer Trailer - 16,000 Hrs, Carrier 7300 X4 Unit, Air Ride, Swing Door, E-Tracks

2018 Vanguard 53ft Reefer Trailer - 16,000 Hrs, Carrier 7300 X4 Unit, Air Ride, Swing Door, E-Tracks

Recently Updated
$27,990 USD
2018 Vanguard 53 ft Refrigerated Trailer , Model: Vanguard Cool Globe R8000B 53' Reefer Trailer, Heavy-Duty Aluminum Floor, Corrugated Walls, Tandem Sliding Axle, Aluminum Roof, Air...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Floor TypeAluminum Duct Floor
MLS Number14470658
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Charleston, SC, US
Sold By
ITAG Equipment
2019 UTILITY Reefer Trailer

2019 UTILITY Reefer Trailer

Newly Listed
Contact for price
(43) 2019 GREAT DANE UTILITY 53' REFRIGERATED TRAILERS, 2019 Great Dane and Utility reefers are equipped with Thermo King C600 or Carrier 7300 refrigeration units. All trailers have spring...
Quantity43
ConditionUsed
Usage9,561 Hours
Reefer UnitThermo King C600
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeAluminum Duct Floor
MLS Number14479340
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Chattanooga, TN, US
Sold By
C.P.X.
Hyundai THERMOTECH Reefer Trailer

2027 Hyundai THERMOTECH Reefer Trailer

Recently Updated
Contact for price
Financing and nationwide delivery available! 2027 Hyundai Thermotec Reefers - These trailers DO NOT have reefer units installed yet, 53ft x 102in, Single Row E-track, Alum flat floor, Swing...
Quantity5
ConditionNew
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeFlat Floor
Stock Number4554
MLS Number14144689
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Byron Center, MI, US
Sold By
Trailer Equipment Inc. & Trailer X-Press Inc.
Great Dane 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Swing Door, Carrier

2012 Great Dane 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Swing Door, Carrier

Recently Updated
$9,950 USD
We have many reefer trailers for sale, rent or lease! Call or message us to learn more! 2012 Great Dane reefer, 53ft x 102in, Carrier 2100A, Side skirts, Swing doors, Alum duct floor, Tire...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeT-Duct Floor
Stock Number535514 - 703514
MLS Number14118258
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Byron Center, MI, US
Sold By
Trailer Equipment Inc. & Trailer X-Press Inc.
Great Dane 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Swing Door, Carrier

2012 Great Dane 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Swing Door, Carrier

Recently Updated
$9,950 USD
We have many reefer trailers in stock and ready for work! Call or message us for more details. 2012 Great Dane reefer, 53ft 102in, Carrier unit w/ 23k hours- runs and cools great, Alum duct...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeAluminum Duct Floor
Stock Number53112 - 581145
MLS Number14075134
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Byron Center, MI, US
Sold By
Trailer Equipment Inc. & Trailer X-Press Inc.
Hyundai THERMOTECH Reefer Trailer

2014 Hyundai THERMOTECH Reefer Trailer

Recently Updated
$16,500 USD
We have many reefer trailers for sale! Financing and nationwide delivery available! 2014 Hyundai reefer, 53ft x 102in, Thermoking unit w/ 24k hours- runs great, Alum flat floor, Log posts,...
Quantity4
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeFlat Floor
Stock Number535097
MLS Number13918198
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Byron Center, MI, US
Sold By
Trailer Equipment Inc. & Trailer X-Press Inc.
UTILITY ROLL DOOR A/R LIFT GATE REEFER W/CA COMPLIANT THER Reefer Trailer

2014 UTILITY ROLL DOOR A/R LIFT GATE REEFER W/CA COMPLIANT THER Reefer Trailer

Recently Updated
$19,900 USD
1052108-RL 2014 Utility - 48' - Roll door air ride lift gate reefer with CA Compliant Thermo-king S-600 cooling unit, 48'x 102" x13'6" tall Reefer van, Air ride sliding suspension, Air...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeRoll up
Floor TypeFlat Floor
LiftgateYes
Stock Number1052108-RL
MLS Number13848141
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Orting, WA, US
Sold By
Trailer Source, Inc.
UTILITY 3000R SWING DOOR AIR RIDE REEFER W/ TK UNIT Reefer Trailer

2011 UTILITY 3000R SWING DOOR AIR RIDE REEFER W/ TK UNIT Reefer Trailer

Recently Updated
$15,900 USD
1062753-R 2011 Utility - 3000R - Swing door - Air ride Reefer with Thermoking cooling unit, 53'x102" Reefer van, Air ride sliding suspension, air operated slider pins, Aerodynamic side...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeHeavy Duty Duct Floor
Stock Number1062753-R
MLS Number14017282
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Orting, WA, US
Sold By
Trailer Source, Inc.
Wabash ARCTIC LIGHT - 53’ REEFER AIR RIDE SWING DOOR Reefer Trailer

2009 Wabash ARCTIC LIGHT - 53’ REEFER AIR RIDE SWING DOOR Reefer Trailer

Recently Updated
$17,900 USD
1062199-R, 2009 Wabash Arctic light - 53’ Reefer air ride Swing door, Air ride sliding suspension, Air operated slider pins, Stainless swing rear door, Stainless rear frame, Solar guard...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Rear AxleTandem Axle
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeHeavy Duty Duct Floor
Stock Number1062199-R
MLS Number11939691
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Chehalis, WA, US
Sold By
Trailer Source, Inc.
UTILITY 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Carrier

2016 UTILITY 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Sliding Axle, Carrier

Recently Updated
Contact for price
2016 UTILITY CARRIER 7500, LOW HOURS, ALUMINUM WHEELS, CHROME GRILL, VERY NICE TRAILER FOR AGE.,,
ConditionUsed
Usage13,900 Hours
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier X4 7500
SuspensionAir Ride
Door TypeSwing
Floor TypeAluminum Duct Floor
Roof TypeAluminum
Stock NumberU90975
MLS Number14395140
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/15/2026
Location
Papillion, NE, US
Sold By
Mid-States Utility Trailer Sales
UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Thermo King

2014 UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Thermo King

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2014 UTILITY 3000R Aluminum Reefer, 53 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, Thermo King Precedent C-600 Unit, Heavy Duty Aluminum Duct Floor, Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel Front,...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitThermo King
SuspensionAir Ride
Door TypeSwing
MLS Number14482252
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Hampton, GA, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

2022 UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2022 UTILITY 3000R Aluminum Reefer, 53 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, Carrier 2100A Unit, Heavy Duty Aluminum Duct Floor, Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel Front Radius Panels,...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Door TypeSwing
MLS Number14482251
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Hampton, GA, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

2022 UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2022 UTILITY 3000R Aluminum Reefer, 53 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, Carrier X4 7300 Unit, Heavy Duty Aluminum Duct Floor, Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel Front Radius Panels...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Door TypeSwing
MLS Number14482249
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Hampton, GA, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

2024 UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2024 UTILITY 3000R Aluminum Reefer, 53 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, Carrier X4 7300 Unit, Heavy Duty Aluminum Duct Floor, Scuff Plate, E-Track, Stainless Steel Front...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Door TypeSwing
MLS Number14482248
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Hampton, GA, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

2022 UTILITY 3000R 53 ft Reefer Trailer - Swing Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2022 UTILITY 3000R Aluminum Reefer, 53 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, Carrier X4 7300 Unit, Heavy Duty Aluminum Duct Floor, Scuff Plate, Stainless Steel Front Radius Panels...
ConditionUsed
L x W53 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionAir Ride
Door TypeSwing
MLS Number14482247
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Hampton, GA, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
Wabash 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Roll up Door, Carrier

2019 Wabash 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Roll up Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2019 WABASH Aluminum Reefer, 48 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, 93.0 Inch Inside Height, Carrier Vector 8500 Unit, Aluminum Flat Floor, Scuff Plate, E-Track, Stainless Steel...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionSpring
Door TypeRoll up
MLS Number14482210
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Saugerties, NY, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
Wabash 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Roll up Door, Carrier

2019 Wabash 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Roll up Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2019 WABASH Aluminum Reefer, 48 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, 93.0 Inch Inside Height, Carrier Vector 8500 Unit, Aluminum Flat Floor, Scuff Plate, E-Track, Stainless Steel...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionSpring
Door TypeRoll up
MLS Number14482209
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Saugerties, NY, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC
Wabash 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Roll up Door, Carrier

2019 Wabash 48 ft Reefer Trailer - Roll up Door, Carrier

Newly Listed
At auction Jul. 30
2019 WABASH Aluminum Reefer, 48 Ft. Long, 102 Inches Wide, 13 Ft. 6 Inches High, 93.0 Inch Inside Height, Carrier Vector 8500 Unit, Aluminum Flat Floor, Scuff Plate, E-Track, Stainless Steel...
ConditionUsed
L x W48 ft. x 102 in.
Reefer UnitCarrier
SuspensionSpring
Door TypeRoll up
MLS Number14482191
CategoryRefrigerated Trailers
Last Updated7/14/2026
Location
Saugerties, NY, US
Listed By
Taylor & Martin LLC

Reefer Buyer's Guide & Specs

If you haul food or pharma, temperature control is everything. Pick your unit around what you ship and how you run. National and regional produce lanes do well with a modern single-temp 53 ft tandem air-ride box. Multi-stop grocery and foodservice often move to multi-temp with bulkheads. If you need speed at the dock, a roll-up door saves minutes at every stop; if you live on cube and a tight seal, swing doors are hard to beat.

Temperature and zones

Decide the coldest setpoint you need and whether you routinely split frozen and chill. A right-sized unit will pull down quickly without burning fuel. Bulkheads and return-air paths must be set up correctly or you will chase temps and waste diesel.

Size, weight, and common specs

53 ft is the standard on most long-haul lanes and it is the most common length on our marketplace right now. Tandem air ride dominates for ride quality and product protection. If you run heavy dense product, confirm axle ratings, tire loads, and your bridge/legal limits on your usual corridors.

Floor, airflow, and sanitation

Ducted aluminum floors move air under the pallets and keep product even from nose to tail. Flat floors are easier to clean and pallet jack but need proper spacing and dunnage so the unit is not fighting dead spots. Watch the nose bulkhead for damage—crushed return air kills performance.

Doors, seals, and insulation

Swing doors seal and maximize cube; roll-ups are fast but need maintenance to stay tight. Fresh seals and good hinge hardware do more for temp control than most settings on the controller. If the box leaks, the unit runs hard and drinks fuel.

Unit hours, service, and fuel

Hours tell a story, but maintenance tells the truth. Look at filters, belts, mounts, and any history of low charge or sensor issues. Make sure the controller shows clean alarms. Pick a tank size that fits your route and fueling cadence, and consider side skirts if you chase fuel savings.

Used reefer checklist

  • Run a cold pull-down and watch return-air temps stabilize.
  • Walk the box for light leaks; check roof seams, corners, and door seals.
  • Inspect floor channels for crush; verify drains are clear and no standing water.
  • Check air ride bags, valves, and leveling; verify brakes, tires, and lights.
  • Confirm unit hours and service intervals; review alarm history if available.

Pricing on this page updates from active listings. Today most reefer trailers list between $18,000–$35,000 with a median near $23,995. We currently see many 53 ft tandem air ride units with aluminum/duct floors on the market.

Reefer Trailer Buyer FAQs

How much does a reefer trailer cost? (May 2026)

On our marketplace right now, most reefer trailers cluster between $18,000-$35,000 with a sitewide median around $23,995. Used units typically center near $22,995 and new near $87,122. Overall we see a broad range from about $1,500 up to about $97,900 depending on age, spec, and condition.

What moves price: model year, unit make and hours, single vs multi-temp, box condition and insulation, floor type (duct vs flat), suspension, and door style.

What length should I choose - 48 ft or 53 ft?

53 ft is by far the most common choice on our marketplace and gives you the cube and pallet positions most lanes expect. 48 ft can be right for regional or weight-sensitive runs, tight docks, or fleets standardizing around shorter boxes. Pick for cube requirements and where you run.

Single-temp vs multi-temp - how do I decide?

Single-temp is simpler, lighter, and cheaper to run if your freight is consistent. Multi-temp uses bulkheads to split frozen, chilled, and ambient in one trip - great for mixed grocery and foodservice routes. If you do occasional splits, you can add bulkheads later - just be sure the unit has the capacity to pull down the warm zone without starving the cold zone.

Which floor and door setup is best?

Duct floors (aluminum or heavy-duty duct) keep air moving and temps even under the load - most common for food freight. Flat floors are easier to pallet jack and clean but need load spacing for airflow. Swing doors seal tighter and maximize cube; roll-up doors are faster on multi-stop routes but lose a bit of height and can leak if neglected.

Suspension, axles, and ride - what should I expect?

Most reefers on our site are tandem axle with air ride. Air ride protects product and the unit, and it helps on rough docks. Tri-axle is less common for general freight. If you haul heavy dense product, verify axle ratings and tire load capacity and match them to your lanes and permits.

What should I check on a used reefer trailer?

Check reefer unit hours and service records, then run a start-up and pull-down test. Walk the box in the dark for light leaks, feel door gaskets, and look for floor damage where airflow needs to pass. Verify air ride bags and valves, brakes, hub oil, and lights. If it has a roll-up door, check panels and tracks for wear and air loss.

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