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Capacity 40 Liters
Product Dimensions 25"D x 15.5"W x 18.5"H
Item Weight 48 Pounds
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Included Components Fridge Freezers
Model Name MR040F-U1 40 Qt AC/DC Portable Tri-Voltage Fridge/Freezer

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  • [PORTABLE] Portable top-opening AC/DC car fridge-freezer. Cools from 45F down to -5F with variable control.
  • [EFFICIENT] Super quiet, highly efficient Engel compressor - Low Amp Draws (Even At Start-Up). Most vibration resistant compressor on the market.
  • [12/24/110 VOLT] Automatic voltage velection Between AC and DC power - with AC priority.
  • [ACCURATE TEMPERATURES] Variable temperature control. Includes wire basket, AC & DC Cords, handles with mounting screws.
  • [LOW AMP DRAW] Variable from 0.7- 2.7 Amps (12V DC) Plastic outer case. Heavy-Duty Removable Handles.Power Consumption:

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Engel MR040 Jeep

A Legend In Reliability

The legendary Engel MR040 is known for it's unmatched ruggedness and durability.

Engel Overland Fridge

Engel MR040 Fridge
Build for durability

Engel fridge/freezers run on battery power (12V/24V DC) or 110V/120V AC, so whether you're on the road, on the water or safe at home, you can use your Engel to make life a little easier.

  • Solar Compatible
  • 100% CFC-Free Compressor
  • AC & DC Cord 12V/24V Plug
  • Interior Wire Basket
  • Heavy-Duty Removable Handles (With Screws)

Portable top-opening 12/24V DC - 110V/120V AC fridge-freezer

A breath of salt air might be bracing to you first thing in the morning, but it can be tough on steel. That's why we offer the Engel MR040. It offers the same performance as our MT35 and MT45, but with a durable, corrosion-resistant ABS case - and more suited for Marine applications.

All Engel fridge/freezers feature the Engel Swing Motor Compressor. Highly efficient, it typically draws around 1 to 2 Amps per hour (check the specs below), about 40% less than a traditional compressor.

  • AC/DC Compatible
  • Variable Temperature Control
  • Incline Operation up to 30° off level
  • Automatic Voltage Selection between AC and DC power
  • Highly Efficient Engel Swing Motor - Low Amp Draws (even at start-up)
  • Will Operate approximately 80 Degrees (F) From Ambient Temp.
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MR040 Fridge Specification

Model: MR040F-U1

Power Consumption: Variable from 0.7- 2.7 Amps (12V DC)

Power Source: 12V/24V DC & 110V/120V AC

Internal Dimensions: (LxWxH) 14.5" x 10.5" x 14.4"

External Dimensions: (LxWxH) 25" x 15.5" x 18.5" (Excludes Handles = 2.5” Each)

Weight: 48 lbs

Volume: 40 Qts

External Shell Material: ABS Plastic

Gas Type: HFC134-A

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Portable Fridge Freezer

12 Volt Car Fridge

Overland Fridge Freezer

AC/DC Compatible

Incline Operation up to 30° off level

Vibration Resistant for Extreme Conditions

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PORTABLE TOP-OPENING 12/24V DC - 110V/120V AC FRIDGE-FREEZER A breath of salt air might be bracing to you first thing in the morning, but it can be tough on steel. That's why we offer the Engel MR040. It offers the same performance as our MT35 and MT45, but with a durable, corrosion-resistant ABS case - and more suited for Marine applications. All Engel fridge/freezers feature the Engel Swing Motor Compressor. Highly efficient, it typically draws around 1 to 2 Amps per hour (check the specs below), about 40% less than a traditional compressor. Engel fridge/freezers run on battery power (12V/24V DC) or 110V/120V AC, so whether you're on the road, on the water or safe at home, you can use your Engel to make life a little easier.

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ENGEL Coolers has designed a line of heavy duty coolers that are built for more than just keeping things cold. Rugged, Durable, High Performance Marine Coolers and AC/DC Overland Fridge Freezers are just some of the products that we have become known for. If your outdoor adventure or recreation require a heavy duty cooler solution, look no further. When the heat cranks up, ENGEL is here to cool things down. Adventurers, fisherman, hunters, and campers the world over rely on ENGEL high performance, heavy duty coolers.

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Customers like the ice chest's efficiency, saying it draws very little power. They also appreciate the cooling. However, some customers dislike the gauge. Opinions are mixed on weight, value, quality, and noise.

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34 customers mention34 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the cooling of the kitchen appliance. They mention that it performs as advertised, keeps stuff cold or frozen according to whatever setting, and uses less than 3 amps/hr on average. Some say that the fridge cools very rapidly and that they feel no cold escaping around the lid seal. Some customers also mention that the product is bulky and a bit noisy, but it's nice not to need ice.

"...It keeps everything nicely cold, even when it's turned off from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. It's quiet enough to live with, and best of all I no longer have to..." Read more

"...At the max setting it will cool to -1 deg F and will cool down very quickly. The current draw is very low...." Read more

"...2 setting is about as high as I have needed and keeps cold to 37°F...." Read more

"...It went to zero within an hour. It froze some water containers quickly...." Read more

25 customers mention25 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the efficiency of the kitchen product. They mention that it draws very little power, is quiet, and has good temperature control. Some say that the swing motor is efficient and durable. Overall, most are happy with the product's performance and efficiency.

"...convinced that it was the best built, performed well and used the least amount of power, (although it's not the quietest)...." Read more

"...The current draw is very low. You can hear the compressor running but it is not very loud...." Read more

"...GOOD: performance, super-low amp draw, plastic case (no rust), feet are very good…doesn’t slide around...." Read more

"...it on solar and in my vehicle and 3 days in my vehicle with no huge battery drain...." Read more

70 customers mention48 positive22 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the kitchen appliance. Some mention that it has performed beautifully, has no issues, and is extremely reliable. However, some customers say that the latches are just plain lame, the hinges and latched were loose, and the product is of a less quality and cheaply made.

"...the Engel after becoming convinced that it was the best built, performed well and used the least amount of power, (although it's not the quietest)...." Read more

"...But it does work very well. It is advertised at 48 lbs but does not seem to be that heavy. I am a very happy customer." Read more

"...It’s sturdy enough to sit on (I use it as a nav station bench).BAD: It’s a bit loud and vibrates (add an isolation mat under it)...." Read more

"...Works unbelievably! 2 setting is about as high as I have needed and keeps cold to 37°F...." Read more

22 customers mention14 positive8 negative

Customers are mixed about the noise produced by the kitchen product. Some mention it's super quiet, while others say it'll produce a low vibrating hum. The compressor's hum is very noticeable when living in a cabin deep in the woods. The unit remains louder than they'd like and it rattles a little.

"...cold, even when it's turned off from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. It's quiet enough to live with, and best of all I no longer have to deal with all the mess and..." Read more

"...You can hear the compressor running but it is not very loud. It does not have a built in temp gauge so buy a cheap rubbermaid gauge ...." Read more

"...BAD: It’s a bit loud and vibrates (add an isolation mat under it). Latches are a bit janky...." Read more

"...The unit is a little quieter and it vibrates less, the vibration transfer is much reduced, however the unit remains louder than I'd like...." Read more

12 customers mention7 positive5 negative

Customers have mixed opinions about the value of the kitchen product. Some say it's worth every penny, while others say it is a bit pricy. Some mention that it is too expensive to leave unguarded and that it will be expensive to upgrade the solar system.

"...Yes it does weigh quite a bit but to me it's worth the extra weight...." Read more

"...It will be expensive to upgrade the solar system, but this cooler really is worth it...." Read more

"...Expensive but worth the price." Read more

"...It is too expensive to leave unguarded so I must attach something somehow so that is Secure at the campsite...." Read more

10 customers mention4 positive6 negative

Customers are mixed about the weight of the kitchen product. Some mention that it does not seem to be that heavy, while others say that it's bulky, noisy, and sucks to carry around much. The volume is fine, but not too spacious.

"...Yes it does weigh quite a bit but to me it's worth the extra weight...." Read more

"...It is advertised at 48 lbs but does not seem to be that heavy. I am a very happy customer." Read more

"...Volume is fine, not too spacious though, compared to the outside volume (my subjective impression).-..." Read more

"...It uses very little power, is very quiet and is not too heavy...." Read more

6 customers mention0 positive6 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the gauge of the ice chest. They mention that it lacks a built-in temperature gauge, temperature control, and readout. They also say that the temperature control has no actual temperature numbers written on it and that it requires guesswork to set the temperature.

"...It does not have a built in temp gauge so buy a cheap rubbermaid gauge . But it does work very well...." Read more

"...No temp readout…added an analog thermometer inside it. It does sweat in humid weather…haven’t found a solution for this...." Read more

"...Temperature control has no actual temperature numbers written. No big deal.-..." Read more

"...Only has numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, for cooling setting which requires guesswork to set temp...." Read more

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This is one nice rig. I'd give it 5 stars if it were not for the hokey latches used. They need some improvement, but a little Velcro to keep them in the open position when accessing the unit with one hand fixes the issue. Otherwise very nice unit. Runs at about 2.4 to 2.8A at 12.4V at about 10% duty cooled once cooled down.
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Jeanne
5.0 out of 5 stars Happy
Reviewed in the United States on August 15, 2016
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I had been reading all the reviews on this and other electric coolers for weeks as this is a rather expensive item. I ordered the Engel after becoming convinced that it was the best built, performed well and used the least amount of power, (although it's not the quietest). I've been running it two weeks now and am very happy. It's powered by a modest 120 watt solar system with a brand new 12-volt 100 Ah deep cycle Odyssey extreme series battery (a very high quality $330 battery designed for solar applications) . I have found I have more than enough power on a full sunny day in Santa Fe, New Mexico with the cooler set at the number two position. But I do not have enough power on days that are half sunny and half cloudy. On those kinds of days, I typically have to shut off the cooler mid-day so as to not run the battery down too far (below 12.7). Shutting it off for one day of cloudy weather isn't a hardship as the cooler is super insulated and can keep all the items cold enough until I start it up again in the following morning. (I also add extra insulation to the cooler by putting a layer of thick insulating material over it (a quilt). When I stick my hand under this added insulation, I find it to be cool to the touch - so it is helping to keep items colder than the cooler alone would do. The cooler uses the tiniest amount of amps as noted by others, but on such a modest system as mine a few cloudy days in a row can make this cooler unfit for the job. As a result, I am seeking to add a minimum of 100 watts to my solar system (bringing to the total up to 220 watts). My solar system is an off grid set up for a two room cabin). Sunny or not, I do turn the cooler off around 6 pm because there is no need to run it (and run my battery down). I find no need to run it because keeps all items very cool and just fine during the overnight. Plus as others have noted, the compressor does make noise and I like silence. The compressor's hum is very noticeable when your living in a cabin deep in the woods where silence prevails. Fortunately, the compressor doesn't kick on all that often, but when it does it produces a low vibrating hum. I wish it was invisible to the ear, but I find it livable. (I decided against the quieter option of going with a propane built-in refrigerator because I didn't want to have to haul 20 lb propane tanks around...) I do have to say I'm disappointed my 120 watt system is insufficient as others had said 100 watts was all that was needed. It will be expensive to upgrade the solar system, but this cooler really is worth it. It keeps everything nicely cold, even when it's turned off from 6 p.m. to 8 a.m. It's quiet enough to live with, and best of all I no longer have to deal with all the mess and trouble that keeping ice in a cooler has been. I'm a happy camper.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Buy this Refrigerator!!!
Reviewed in the United States on May 4, 2016
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You get what you pay for. I looked at Danfoss vs Swing compressors and went with the Swing Compressor. At the max setting it will cool to -1 deg F and will cool down very quickly. The current draw is very low. You can hear the compressor running but it is not very loud. It does not have a built in temp gauge so buy a cheap rubbermaid gauge . But it does work very well. It is advertised at 48 lbs but does not seem to be that heavy. I am a very happy customer.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Sailboat use…
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2022
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Held off on this review for about six months, so I could give a complete opinion from a sailor’s point of view.

I have two built-ins (fridge/freezer) onboard that pull 6-7amps each and run 70% of the time…not good. So I purchased the this one and I use it as a dedicated freezer. It leave it set at +10F and it pulls 3.4amps. It easily make ice cubes, and it operates just fine at extreme angles (heeling). It has some faults but overall I am very impressed with it.

GOOD: performance, super-low amp draw, plastic case (no rust), feet are very good…doesn’t slide around. It’s sturdy enough to sit on (I use it as a nav station bench).

BAD: It’s a bit loud and vibrates (add an isolation mat under it). Latches are a bit janky. The temp knob is easily bumped and has no markers…I added my own markers with a sharpie. No temp readout…added an analog thermometer inside it. It does sweat in humid weather…haven’t found a solution for this.

It’s not perfect but, all of the faults are easy to address or put up with. My built-ins have more faults, and after using the Engel, I am considering buying a second one and converting the built-ins to dry storage.
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Eric Sanders
5.0 out of 5 stars Worth Every Penny!
Reviewed in the United States on June 22, 2015
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I just purchased a 2nd one to use in conjunction with a 100 w solar panel and battery set up for home use. Works unbelievably! 2 setting is about as high as I have needed and keeps cold to 37°F. I do primitive camping with it on solar and in my vehicle and 3 days in my vehicle with no huge battery drain. I live in AZ and got tired of lugging ice and all the maintenance that goes with igloo type coolers. Yes it does weigh quite a bit but to me it's worth the extra weight. I also feel better that if the electricity goes out for an extended period, it can be used with my solar set up to maintain critical refrigerated meds.
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paolo
5.0 out of 5 stars Semplicemente ottimo
Reviewed in Italy on April 10, 2022
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Vale ogni euro del suo costo, consumi bassissimi, in un attimo porta la temperatura a livello ottimale per un frigo, relativamente silenzioso, tenuto acceso in camper non ha dato fastidio per dormire. Lo uso anche in giardino durante le grigliate per mantenere le bevande in fresco.
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François.P
5.0 out of 5 stars Réfrigérateur pour voyager
Reviewed in France on March 19, 2020
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Engel une marque de référence pour les amateurs de voyages dans les coins perdus.
Pour l'avoir utilisé plusieurs mois en Afrique dans des conditions très difficiles (Namibie, Botswana, Afrique du Sud), je confirme la qualité de ces réfrigérateurs qui équipaient 80% des 4x4 rencontrés.
Livraison effectuée dans les temps par vendeur allemand.
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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 26, 2017
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This is my second Engel, and is just as good as the last one. Good sturdy construction and the low power demand which makes them ideal for 12-volt applications. A standard car battery in good condition can easily run this fridge for 24 hrs and still start the car. I would have liked to see metal handles instead of the plastic ones, or some alternative means of easily securing the unit for off-road situations. Additionally, I think a digital temp display would also be useful. However, I did purchase the Engel wireless digital temperature gauge which can be remotely mounted  Engel USA Wireless Cooler Thermometer . Regardless, the fridge is very efficient and is ideal for keeping food and drink chilled, or deep frozen.
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J. REILRAM
4.0 out of 5 stars Sûr, fiable mais taille limite
Reviewed in France on November 13, 2022
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Utilisé comme frigo dans un van aménagé. J'avais un karlstein 50l avant qui était génial mais dont l'électronique du moniteur led a lâché quelques mois avant la fin de garantie. Comme il était soi-disant pas réparable, j'ai été remboursée et devais trouver un nouveau frigo. J'ai longtemps hésité à racheter le même mais en DOMETIC, or les commentaires mentionnaient aussi des problèmes électroniques. Du coup, je me suis dit qu'un frigo fait pour transporter des organes par les ambulances devait être plus costaud. Et c'est vrai. Il n'y a aucun électronique dessus. Le réglage de la température est manuel avec on bon vieux et sûr bouton à molette.
A l'utilisation, il est sûr, mais si la marque avait proposé un frigo plus grand, je n'aurais pas pris ce 38l. Ranger les aliments n'y est pas aisé. Un vrai jeu de tetris. J'ai pris deux boîtes étanches afin de créer des compartiments fromages et charcuteries et un autre pour les légumes. Le reste, bocaux et bouteilles sont rangés et empilés juste à côté des boîtes. Il est souvent bourré jusqu'au bords.
Le couvercle doit être retenu quand il est ouvert car il n'y a pas de mécanisme qui permette de le tenir relevé quand il est ouvert à moins de 90 degré.
Autre bémol : la prise électrique est du même côté que le panneau de contrôle et que la ventilation, ce qui fait qu'on se retrouve avec le fil en plein le chemin.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Capiente consuma il giusto e gli alimenti gli mantiene in modo perfetto
Reviewed in Italy on June 10, 2021
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Capiente,consuma il giusto e le cose sono conservate in modo adeguato
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