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BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels

by BougeRV
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SKU: RB021-CRS40
Original Price $329.99
Current Price $239.99

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Package
Wheeled BougeRV CRS 42QT compressor fridge freezer loaded with canned drinks

The BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels Rolls 58 Cans of Cold Storage From Your Car to Camp

The BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels is the wheeled version of BougeRV's single-zone CRS 42QT compressor fridge. It holds 42.1 quarts (40 liters, 1.41 cu. ft.), which BougeRV says fits 58 cans, and it sets anywhere from -4°F to 68°F. Two wheels and a pull handle let you roll it instead of carrying it.

It's made for RV trips, car camping, trucks and SUVs, where a fridge often has to travel from the vehicle to the campsite and back. It runs on 12V or 24V DC or on 100-240V AC with the included adapter, and you can adjust it from the control panel or from your phone.


BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels Features

Wheels and a Pull Handle

At 36.2 lb before you load it, this fridge is easier to roll than to carry. The pull handle folds out at one end and the wheels sit at the other, so you can tow it across a campsite or a parking lot.

Fridge or Freezer From -4°F to 68°F

Set the temperature with the plus and minus buttons, or hold a button to scroll faster. Go below 0°F to keep ice cream frozen, below 32°F to make ice, or into the 30s and 40s for drinks and fresh food.

Cools From 77°F to 32°F in 15 Minutes

With an empty cabinet in MAX mode, BougeRV rates the compressor to cool from 77°F to 32°F in 15 minutes and from 77°F to -4°F in 50 minutes. ECO mode, listed by BougeRV at 45W, focuses on energy savings, and the rated power input is 60W.

App Control From Your Phone

BougeRV's app lets you adjust the temperature and monitor the fridge from your smartphone, with a control range BougeRV lists as 32 ft. The control panel display also has an app mode icon.

Reversible Lid, Removable Basket and Drain Hole

The lid can be switched to open from either side, so you can reach in from the side that suits your vehicle. A removable wire basket comes in the box, and the cabinet has a drain hole.

Three-Level Battery Protection

The battery monitor turns the fridge off when supply voltage falls to the level you set. On 12V, High, Medium and Low cut out at 11.1V, 10.4V and 9.6V. On 24V, they cut out at 24.3V, 22.8V and 21.3V. The fridge restarts two minutes after the voltage reaches the cut-in level.


Real-World Applications

Car camping. Roll the fridge from the car to the picnic table and keep food and drinks cold all weekend without ice.

RV and van trips. Run it from the 12V or 24V system on the road, then switch to the AC adapter at a campsite with hookups.

Tailgating. Wheel 58 cans' worth of drinks from the parking spot to your setup.

Off-grid weekends. Choose the Fridge + Battery package to run the fridge away from your vehicle.


Practical Comparison

Wheeled CRS 42QT Versus an Ice Cooler

A rolling ice cooler still needs fresh ice and leaves melt water behind. The CRS 42QT holds the temperature you set with a compressor and can work as a freezer, as long as it has DC, AC or battery power.

Fridge Only Versus Fridge + Battery

Fridge Only suits you if you'll run it from your vehicle, a power station or an outlet. Fridge + Battery adds a BougeRV battery for use away from the vehicle. BougeRV doesn't publish a runtime for this pair, so ask our team before you plan a trip around it.


Buyer Guidance

Size and Placement

The wheeled fridge measures 28.0 x 19.6 x 17.1 in, and the cabinet is 20.1 x 12.6 x 12.2 in inside. Leave at least 7.9 in of space behind it and 3.9 in at the sides for ventilation. Keep it under 5° of tilt for long-term running and under 45° for short periods, and keep it out of the rain.

Power and First Use

Let the fridge sit flat with the lid on top for 12 hours before you first power it on. BougeRV recommends High battery protection when you run it from a vehicle starter battery or from an added battery such as a power station. Turn it off or unplug it when you shut the engine off. BougeRV also lists a 12-50V solar input, so check with our team about connecting a panel before you rely on it.

This May Be A Good Fit If

  • You'd rather roll a fridge than carry it
  • You want room for about 58 cans
  • You'd like phone control
  • You need a lid that opens from either side

Common Questions

How Do I Change the Lid Direction?

Open the lid to 60 degrees, slide it out along its track, turn it around and slide it back in at the same 60-degree angle. It works the same with or without wheels.

How Do I Change the Settings?

Hold the settings button for 2 seconds. Press it again to move between MAX/ECO mode, battery protection and °F/°C, use plus or minus to choose, and wait 5 seconds to confirm.

Can It Run on Its Side?

No. The fridge contains refrigerant, and running it on its side can affect cooling and cause malfunctions.

What Does Error E1 Mean?

E1 means the battery voltage is low. Check the battery voltage and switch to the Low cut-off level if needed.

What Warranty Does It Have?

BougeRV lists a 2-year warranty for this fridge.


What's Included

  • 1 x CRS 42QT Portable Fridge With Wheels
  • 1 x 12/24V DC Power Cord
  • 1 x 100-240V AC Adapter
  • 1 x Removable Basket
  • 1 x User Manual

The Fridge + Battery option adds a BougeRV battery.


Cold Storage That Rolls With You

The BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels gives you 40 liters of fridge or freezer space, a -4°F to 68°F range, app control, a reversible lid and wheels with a pull handle, on 12V, 24V or AC power. If you'd like help choosing between the wheeled and wheelless versions or sizing a battery, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.


BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels Specifications

Capacity and Cooling
Capacity 42.1 Quart (40 L, 1.41 cu. ft.)
Can Capacity 58 cans (12 oz)
Zones Single zone, single control
Temperature Range -4°F to 68°F (-20°C to 20°C)
Cooling Type Compressor
Cooling Modes MAX and ECO
Cool Down, 77°F to 32°F 15 minutes (MAX mode, empty)
Cool Down, 77°F to -4°F 50 minutes (MAX mode, empty)
Noise ≤45 dB
Climate Class T/ST/N/SN
Refrigerant R134a
Ambient Use Range 50°F to 122°F
Power
DC Input 12V/24V DC
AC Input 100-240V AC (with included adapter)
Solar Input 12-50V
Rated Power Input 60W
ECO Mode Power 45W
12V Cut Out, High/Medium/Low 11.1V / 10.4V / 9.6V
12V Cut In, High/Medium/Low 12.4V / 11.7V / 10.9V
24V Cut Out, High/Medium/Low 24.3V / 22.8V / 21.3V
24V Cut In, High/Medium/Low 25.7V / 24.2V / 22.7V
Factory Battery Protection Medium
Restart After Cut Out 2 minutes after cut-in voltage is reached
Power-Off Memory Yes
Size and Weight
Exterior Dimensions 28.0 x 19.6 x 17.1 in (711 x 497 x 435 mm)
Interior Dimensions 20.1 x 12.6 x 12.2 in (511 x 320 x 309 mm)
Weight 36.16 lb (16.4 kg)
Design
Version Wheeled
Mobility Two wheels and pull handle
Lid Reversible, opens from either side
Basket Removable wire basket
Drain Hole Yes
App Control Yes, 32 ft control range
Temperature Units °F or °C
Tilt Limit Less than 5° long term, less than 45° short term
Ventilation Clearance 7.9 in behind, 3.9 in at sides
First Use Sit flat 12 hours before powering on
Warranty
Warranty 2 Years

BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels Manual

BougeRV CRS 42QT 12 Volt Portable Car Fridge With Wheels Manual

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