The BougeRV CRS 53 Quart 12V Car Fridge Wheelless Holds 72 Cans and Cools From 77°F to 32°F in About 15 Minutes
The BougeRV CRS 53 Quart 12V Car Fridge Wheelless is the compact, wheel-free version of BougeRV's CRS 53QT compressor fridge. It gives you 52.6 quarts (50 L, 1.77 cu ft) in one compartment that you can set anywhere from -4°F to 68°F (-20°C to 20°C), so it works as a fridge or as a freezer. BougeRV shows it holding 72 cans of 12 oz cola, 20 bottles of 33.8 oz water or five 1 gallon milk jugs.
It's made for RVers, overlanders, campers and anyone who wants cold food on the road without buying ice. With no wheels or pull handle, it measures 25.9 x 16.3 x 18.2 in and weighs 31.75 lb, so it suits a set spot in an SUV, truck, van or camper. It runs on 12V or 24V DC from your vehicle and on 100-240V AC with the included adapter.
BougeRV CRS 53 Quart 12V Car Fridge Wheelless Features
Fast Compressor Cooling
In MAX mode with an empty cabinet, the compressor brings the inside from 77°F down to 32°F in about 15 minutes and down to -4°F in about 50 minutes. BougeRV ran its 15 minute test at a 77°F room temperature.
Fridge or Freezer, Your Choice
Set the temperature with the plus and minus buttons, and hold a button to scroll faster. BougeRV suggests -4°F to 32°F for freezing and 32°F to 50°F for chilling, and the manual lists about 41°F for drinks and 0°F for meat.
MAX and ECO Modes
MAX mode is for fast cooling, and ECO mode focuses on saving energy. The fridge has a 60W rated power input, and BougeRV states it uses far less than 1 kWh per day in either mode because the compressor cycles on and off once it reaches your setting.
Control From Your Phone
The panel has an APP mode, and the BougeRV app lets you set the temperature and switch between ECO and MAX from your phone. You can also switch the display between °F and °C.
Three-Level Battery Protection
A battery monitor shuts off the compressor when the supply voltage drops below the level you choose, then restarts it 2 minutes after the voltage climbs back to the cut-in point. On 12V the cut-out points are 11.1V on High, 10.4V on Medium and 9.6V on Low.
Quiet Running and Power-Off Memory
The manual rates the noise level at 45 dB or less. Power-off memory brings back your last settings after a power cut, so the fridge picks up where it left off.
Practical Built-In Details
A removable wire basket, a sealing rubber ring, lid latches, carry handles and a drain hole come built in. The lid slides off its track and can be turned around so it opens from either side, which helps when the fridge sits against a wall or deep in a cargo area.
Real-World Applications
RV and camper trips. Run it from your 12V system on the road, then plug the AC adapter into a 100-240V outlet at the campground.
Overlanding. Set it in the back of an SUV or truck on 12V or 24V DC, with battery protection watching your vehicle battery.
Van life. The compact, wheel-free body fits a set spot in a van build, and the noise is rated at 45 dB or less for nights inside.
Boating and tailgating. BougeRV lists boats, tailgating and off-road trips among its uses. If you add DC power on a boat, have a qualified electrician install it.
Extra space at home. Use it as a spare fridge or freezer on the AC adapter when you're not traveling.
Practical Comparison
CRS 53 Quart Wheelless Versus an Ice Cooler
An ice cooler depends on ice that melts and leaves food sitting in water, and it can't hold a freezing temperature for long. The CRS holds the temperature you set, works as a freezer, and keeps food dry with no ice to buy.
Wheelless Design Versus a Wheeled Fridge
A wheeled fridge is easier to roll across a campsite. The wheelless CRS skips the wheels and pull handle, which keeps it at 25.9 in long and 31.75 lb, a good match when the fridge stays in your vehicle.
Single Zone Versus a Dual Zone Fridge
A dual zone fridge splits its space into two compartments with separate settings. The CRS uses one 50 L compartment at one temperature, which keeps the controls simple and gives you one open space for bulky items.
Buyer Guidance
Placement and Ventilation
After unpacking, let the fridge sit flat for 12 hours before you power it on. Keep it level while it runs, under 5° of tilt for long-term use and under 45° for short periods, and never run it on its side. Leave at least 7.9 in of space behind it and 3.9 in at the sides for the vents, and keep it out of the rain.
Protecting Your Vehicle Battery
Battery protection is set to Medium at the factory, and BougeRV recommends High when the fridge runs from a vehicle starter battery. BougeRV also advises turning the fridge off or unplugging it when you shut off your engine, since it could otherwise drain your car's battery.
This May Be A Good Fit If
- You want a 50 L fridge freezer that stays in your vehicle
- You don't need wheels or a pull handle
- You'd like to change settings from your phone
- You run 12V or 24V DC on the road and AC at camp or home
Common Questions
Can It Freeze and Chill at the Same Time?
No. The CRS is single zone, so the whole compartment holds one set temperature. Choose a setting below 32°F to freeze or between 32°F and 50°F to chill.
Will It Restart on Its Own After a Power Cut?
Yes. Power-off memory returns the fridge to its previous settings when power comes back.
Is It Normal for the Temperature to Rise and Fall?
Yes. Once it reaches the set temperature, the compressor stops for about 10 minutes while the inside warms by about 3 to 5°C. It then runs for about 15 minutes to bring it back down.
Can I Sit on the Fridge?
BougeRV doesn't recommend it. The walls are filled with foam for insulation, and long periods of weight on top may deform them.
What Warranty Does It Have?
BougeRV covers the CRS 53QT with a 2 year warranty.
What's Included
- 1 x CRS 53QT Portable Refrigerator
- 1 x 12/24V DC Power Cord
- 1 x 100-240V AC Adapter
- 1 x Removable Basket
- 1 x User Manual
Compact Cold Storage That Stays Put
The BougeRV CRS 53 Quart 12V Car Fridge Wheelless gives you 50 L of fridge or freezer space, app control and three-level battery protection in a compact body made to ride in your vehicle. If you'd like help choosing between the wheelless and wheeled CRS or planning your power setup, the Outbound Power team is happy to help.
BougeRV CRS 53 Quart 12V Car Fridge Wheelless Specifications
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| Capacity and Cooling |
| Capacity |
52.6 qt (50 L, 1.77 cu ft) |
| Can Capacity |
72 x 12 oz cans |
| Bottle Capacity |
20 x 33.8 oz water bottles |
| Jug Capacity |
5 x 1 gallon milk jugs |
| Zones |
Single zone, single control |
| Temperature Range |
-4°F to 68°F (-20°C to 20°C) |
| Freezer Setting |
-4°F to 32°F |
| Fridge Setting |
32°F to 50°F |
| Cooling Speed |
77°F to 32°F in about 15 min (MAX mode, empty) |
| Deep Cooling |
77°F to -4°F in about 50 min (MAX mode, empty) |
| Cooling Modes |
MAX and ECO |
| Noise Level |
≤45 dB |
| Climate Class |
T/ST/N/SN |
| Refrigerant |
R134a |
| Power |
| DC Input |
12V/24V |
| AC Input |
100-240V (with included adapter) |
| Rated Power Input |
60W |
| Daily Energy Use |
Under 1 kWh per day |
| Battery Protection |
3 levels (High, Medium, Low) |
| Factory Protection Level |
Medium |
| 12V Cut-Out (H/M/L) |
11.1V / 10.4V / 9.6V |
| 12V Cut-In (H/M/L) |
12.4V / 11.7V / 10.9V |
| 24V Cut-Out (H/M/L) |
24.3V / 22.8V / 21.3V |
| 24V Cut-In (H/M/L) |
25.7V / 24.2V / 22.7V |
| Restart Delay |
2 min after cut-in voltage |
| Size and Weight |
| Exterior Dimensions (D x W x H) |
25.9 x 16.3 x 18.2 in (657 x 414 x 462 mm) |
| Interior Dimensions |
20.1 x 12.6 x 14.7 in (511 x 320 x 373 mm) |
| Weight |
31.75 lb (14.4 kg) |
| Design |
| Model |
CRS 53QT (Compact Version) |
| Wheels and Pull Handle |
No |
| App Control |
Yes |
| Lid |
Removable, reversible to open from either side |
| Basket |
1 removable wire basket |
| Power-Off Memory |
Yes |
| Other Details |
Lid latches, sealing rubber ring, carry handles, drain hole |
| Vent Clearance |
7.9 in behind, 3.9 in at sides |
| Settling Time |
12 hours flat before first use |
| Tilt Limit |
Under 5° long-term, under 45° short-term |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
2 Years |
BougeRV CRS 53 Quart 12V Car Fridge Wheelless Manual
