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Dual‑Temp Refrigerated Cold Box--Catering Van - $19,800 (Spokane Valley)
2012
GMC 4500
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Commercial‑grade Schwan’s cold box — superior insulation, fast cooling, and fully rebuilt drivetrain.
Why this unit stands out:
This is the older‑style Schwan’s freezer box — the one known for far better insulation and temperature retention than the newer composite boxes.
It’s been upgraded with new high‑capacity refrigeration and a dual‑temperature thermostat system for both freezing and cooling.
🔧 Specs & Condition
6.0L LS Propane/LP engine — strong, reliable, economical
4L85E transmission — fully rebuilt
194,000 miles
RWD
Clean title
Excellent condition
❄️ Refrigeration Performance
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240V high‑capacity compressor
Double‑side evaporator coil
Holds low‑temp freezing or medium‑temp cooling
Cools 50 cases of bottled water to 38°F overnight
Freezes 50 cases from room temp in under 24 hours
Approx. 400 cubic feet of cold storage
Eight access doors + internal shelving for fast dispensing
📦 Perfect For
Catering & events
Ice & water delivery
Refrigerated meals
Frozen foods
Wildland fire support
Emergency response
NGO / relief operations
Temperature‑controlled supply distribution
🛠 Chassis Advantages
GMC C4 4500 platform
Low center of gravity
Excellent on slopes and tight access areas
Built for commercial duty cycles
📘 Background
This unit was converted for a planned government lease project — meaning the refrigeration system, insulation, and mechanicals were upgraded for industrial and emergency‑response reliability.
📞 Interested?
Message me to schedule a look.
Serious commercial buyers, caterers, fire support contractors, and NGO operators — this unit is ready to work today.
Note: I converted this van to a med/low temp box with new refrigeration intending to lease to the government. Because of family issue I am retiring. I am for real here in Spokane, WA and will supply any and all information once I know you are real.
With thanks; -cfp
Tags: Catering, Water Delivery, Ice delivery, Restaurant Equipment, Bar Equipment,
Buffet Equipment, Fridges, Freezers, Coolers,
Display Cases, Ice Makers, Refrigerated Displays, Display Racks,
Ice Machine, Walk-In, Cooler, Refrigerator, Freezer