LTL Freight can range dramatically depending upon the product being carried. From dried goods to fresh produce to frozen foods, or even liquid-nitrogen, the required temperature must be constantly maintained for the safety of the cargo. If some products become hotter or colder than their required temperature they may spoil, harden or, in terms of solids, may fracture.
With West Coast Carriers LTL Freight services you’ll find that your frozen, chilled or dry freight is in good hands.
Follow this convenient chart to see what the average temperatures are for different LTL Trucking temperatures/climates.
- Dry Storage:
50° to 70°F / 10° to 21°C - Refrigerator (Food) Temperature:
41°F / 5°C or below - Refrigerator (Air) Temperature:
38°F / 3°C or below - Deep Chiller (Air) Temperature:
26° to 32°F / -3° to 0°C - Freezer (Food & Air) Temperature:
0°F / -18°C or below
Furthermore many types of LTL freight, such as produce, have a very short range of safe storage temperature so it is vital to keep such freight within that range throughout the entire journey.
As is common with LTL Refrigerated Trucking a driver can make many stops along the road and these stops can take place in a variety of places each with their own climate and many factors contribute to this from location or altitude to whether the loading area is indoor or outdoor. This is why we use insulated doors and bulkheads to minimize climate differences to within acceptable levels thus providing further security for your valuable goods.
Contact us today for a free LTL Refrigerated Trucking quote or consultation: 360-876-5568
Take a look at this handy chart to see each specific temperature range required for LTL Refrigerated Trucking of produce:
|
Product |
Optimal Storage Temperature | |
| (oF) | (oC) | |
| Apples | 30-40 | -5 |
| Apricots | 31-32 | -1 |
| Artichokes | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Artichokes, Jerusalem | 31-32 | 0-2 |
| Asparagus | 32-35 | |
| Avocados, ripe | 38-45 | 3-7 |
| Avocados, unripe | 45-50 | 7-10 |
| Bananas, green | 62-70 | 17-21 |
| Bananas, ripe | 56-60 | 13-16 |
| Basil | 52-59 | 11-15 |
| Beans, dry | 40-50 | |
| Beans, green or snap | 40-45 | |
| Beans, sprouts | 32 | 0 |
| Beans. Lima | 37-41 | 0 |
| Beets | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Beets, bunched | 32 | 0 |
| Beets, topped | 32 | 0 |
| Blackberries | 32-33 | 0-1 |
| Blueberries | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Bok Choy | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Broccoli | 32 | 0 |
| Brussels Sprouts | 32 | 0 |
| Bunched Greens | 32 | 0 |
| Cabbage, Chinese | 32 | 0 |
| Cabbage, early | 32 | 0 |
| Cabbage, late | 32 | 0 |
| Cantaloupe | 36-38 | 2-3 |
| Carrots, bunched | 32 | 0 |
| Carrots, immature | 32 | 0 |
| Carrots, mature | 32 | 0 |
| Cauliflower | 32 | 0 |
| Cauliflower | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Celery | 32 | 0 |
| Celeriac | 32 | 0 |
| Chard | 32 | 0 |
| Cherries | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Cherries, sour | 32 | 0 |
| Cherries, sweet | 30-31 | |
| Chicory | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Chicory, witloof | 32 | 0 |
| Chinese Pea Pods | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Coconuts | 55-60 | 13-16 |
| Collards | 32 | 0 |
| Corn, sweet | 32 | 0 |
| Cranberries | 38-42 | 3-6 |
| Cucumbers | 50-55 | |
| Currants | 31-32 | |
| Eggplant | 46-54 | |
| Elderberries | 31-32 | |
| Endive | 32 | 0 |
| Escarole | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Escarole | 32 | 0 |
| Figs | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Garlic | 32 | 0 |
| Ginger Root | 60-65 | 16-18 |
| Gooseberries | 31-32 | |
| Grapefruit | 55-60 | 13-16 |
| Grapes | 31-32 | |
| Green Beans | 40-45 | 4-7 |
| Green Peas | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Greens, leafy | 32 | 0 |
| Guavas | 45-50 | 7-10 |
| Herbs | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Horseradish | 30-32 | |
| Jicama | 55-65 | |
| Kale | 32 | |
| Kiwi, ripe | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Kiwi, unripe | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Kohlrabi | 32 | 0 |
| Leeks | 32 | 0 |
| Lemons | 52-55 | 11-13 |
| Lettuce | 32 | 0 |
| Limes | 48-55 | 11-13 |
| Lychees | 40-45 | 4-7 |
| Mangos | 50-55 | 10-13 |
| Melons, Casaba/Persian | 50-55 | 10-13 |
| Melons, Crenshaw | 50-55 | 10-13 |
| Melons, Honey Dew | 50-55 | 10-13 |
| Mushrooms | 32 | 0 |
| Napa | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Nectarines | 31-32 | |
|
Product |
Optimal Storage Temperature | |
| (oF) | (oC) | |
| Okra | 45-50 | |
| Onions | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Oranges | 40-45 | 4-7 |
| Oranges | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Papayas | 50-55 | 10-13 |
| Parsley | 32 | 0 |
| Parsnips | 32 | 0 |
| Peaches | 31-32 | |
| Pears | 29-31 | |
| Peas, green | 32 | 0 |
| Peas, southern | 40-41 | |
| Peppers, hot chili | 32-50 | |
| Peppers, sweet | 45-55 | 105-10 |
| Persimmons | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Pineapples | 50-55 | 10-13 |
| Plums | 31-32 | |
| Pomegranates | 41-50 | 5-10 |
| Potatoes | 45-50 | 7-10 |
| Precut Fruit | 32-36 | 0-2 |
| Precut Vegetables | 32-36 | 0-2 |
| Prunes | 31-32 | |
| Pumpkins | 50-55 | |
| Quinces | 31-32 | |
| Quinces | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Radishes, spring | 32 | 0 |
| Radishes, winter | 32 | |
| Raspberries | 31-32 | |
| Rhubarb | 32 | 0 |
| Rutabagas | 32 | 0 |
| Salad Mixes | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Salsify | 32 | |
| Spinach | 32 | |
| Sprouts | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Squashes, summer | 41-50 | |
| Squashes, winter | 50 | |
| Strawberries | 32 | 0 |
| Sweet Potatoes | 55-60 | |
| Tangerines | 32-35 | 0-2 |
| Tangerines | 40-45 | 5-7 |
| Tomatoes, mature green | 55-70 | |
| Tomatoes, ripe | 55-70 | |
| Turnip greens | 32 | |
| Turnips | 32 | 0 |
| Watercress | 32 | |
| Watermelon | 55-70 | 13-21 |