Our read & the right size
At 3.22 kWh/day, the Traulsen RHT226WUT-HHG runs in the less-efficient 87% of the 45 comparable 4-door reach-in refrigerators we track — about $43/yr over the median.
Four+ doors is bulk cold storage — high-throughput operations and central kitchens. At this size, compare against a small walk-in on cost-per-cubic-foot and energy.
40.18 cu ft is roughly 2.0× a typical home refrigerator — about 20 full sheet pans or ~33 cases of product (varies with shelving).
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Full specifications
| Type | Reach-in refrigerator, glass door |
| Doors | 4 |
| Total volume | 40.18 cu ft |
| Exterior (H × W × D) | 83.25 × 58 × 29 in |
| Energy consumption | 3.22 kWh/day |
| Refrigerant | R-290 (GWP 3) |
| Defrost | Automatic |
| Certification | ENERGY STAR certified |
| Origin | Made in USA (brand-level — verify on cut sheet) |
| On market since | 10/15/2024 |
Refrigerant & future-proofing FUTURE-PROOF
Uses R-290 (GWP 3) — a low-GWP natural refrigerant, well under regulatory thresholds and unaffected by the HFC phase-down.
Energy & cost of ownership
≈ $1,920 over a 10-year life at the US average commercial rate — adjust to your utility rate for a local figure.
Utility rebates ENERGY STAR
Because this model is ENERGY STAR certified, it is commonly eligible for commercial-kitchen utility rebates (many electric utilities pay $50–$400 per qualifying reach-in). Check your utility’s foodservice program. Find rebates in your area →
Cross-reference — comparable 4-door models
| Brand / model | Volume | Energy | vs. this |
|---|---|---|---|
| Delfield 6051XL-GH | 41.37 cu ft | 2.89 kWh/d | ↓ 10% less |
| Atosa MBF8011GR | 41.92 cu ft | 2.06 kWh/d | ↓ 36% less |
| Turbo Air M3R47-4-N | 42.1 cu ft | 2.21 kWh/d | ↓ 31% less |
| Avantco Refrigeration 178Z2R4K | 42.34 cu ft | 1.88 kWh/d | ↓ 42% less |
| Continental Refrigerator 2RNGDHD | 42.6 cu ft | 2.98 kWh/d | ↓ 7% less |
Matched on type, door count and capacity (±15%).
Health-department & code relevance NSF/ANSI 7
Commercial kitchens holding cold TCS foods need NSF-listed refrigeration that holds 41°F (5°C) or below (FDA Food Code 3-501.16). Equipment must be commercially certified for sanitation (4-205.10, NSF/ANSI 7). This model is ENERGY STAR certified; confirm the NSF mark on the cut sheet.
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Where to buy — retail price
| Retailer | Price | |
|---|---|---|
| WebstaurantStore | $25,924.14 | View listing → |
Prices exclude freight & tax and change often — confirm on the retailer’s page. We don’t sell equipment or take payment for placement; these are independent listings.
Shipping & handling
Shipping weight, dimensions and carrier method aren't published for this model yet. Check the manufacturer's spec sheet or ask a dealer for the crate weight and whether it ships LTL freight or parcel before you compare landed cost.