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Coleman
Coleman Convoy 55QT Portable Cooler Box 52L
£96.18(£115.42 inc VAT)
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The Coleman Convoy 55QT is a portable cooler box designed to keep food and drinks cold across extended outdoor use — festivals, outdoor events, sporting fixtures, catering runs, or similar operations where refrigeration isn't available on-site. Built from HDPE with a fully insulated lid and body, and a leakproof gasket seal, it is a practical choice for operators who need reliable passive cooling away from a fixed cold chain.
In real-world use, the Convoy performs well over multi-day periods when pre-chilled correctly and kept out of direct sunlight. The insulated lid — referred to by Coleman as TempLockFX — works alongside the body insulation to slow heat transfer, which is where much of its performance advantage lies over standard cool boxes. The rubber latches hold the lid firmly closed, which helps maintain internal temperature during transit and repeated opening.
From an operational standpoint, the Convoy offers several practical advantages:
- Antibacterial liner treatment built into the material, resistant to wear over time
- Stainless steel hinges and a built-in steel bottle opener on the lid
- Single rope handle with reflective insert for low-light visibility and confident grip
- HDPE construction that is robust without carrying unnecessary weight
- Leakproof gasket reduces the risk of meltwater spillage during transport
At 5.7kg unloaded, the Convoy is noticeably lighter than rotomoulded alternatives, which matters when the box will be carried fully loaded over any distance. It is worth noting that this is a passive cooler — it requires ice or ice packs to function and is not a powered unit. For extended outdoor catering operations requiring consistent temperature control, a powered refrigeration solution may be more appropriate.
The Convoy suits outdoor event caterers, mobile operators, and back-of-house teams needing reliable cold storage on the move. If you regularly run high-volume outdoor events and need a larger capacity or powered option, it is worth discussing your specific requirements with us before ordering.
If you are unsure whether this cooler is the right fit for your operation, we are happy to talk it through.
Frequently asked questions
How long will the Convoy 55QT keep contents cold in practice?
Performance depends on ambient temperature, how often the lid is opened, and whether the box and contents were pre-chilled before use. In moderate conditions with good ice packing, multi-day cooling is achievable, but this is a passive cooler — it requires ice or ice packs and will not maintain temperature independently. Pre-chilling the box overnight before loading makes a meaningful difference.
Is this cooler suitable for catering use at outdoor events?
It works well for transporting and holding cold food and drinks at outdoor events, festivals, or pop-up operations where a powered cold store isn't available. For high-volume or full-day professional catering use, you would typically want a larger unit or a powered refrigeration option alongside it — the 52L capacity and passive cooling are better matched to supplementary or short-run use rather than primary cold storage for a busy service.
How should the cooler be cleaned and maintained between uses?
The interior should be cleaned thoroughly after each use with warm soapy water and left open to air dry fully before storage. The antibacterial treatment is built into the liner material itself, so it won't degrade through regular cleaning. Avoid abrasive cleaners or scouring pads, which could affect the liner surface over time.
Size and weight
- Weight
- 5.7kg
- Dimensions
- 44(H) x 39(W) x 66(D)mm
Capacity and performance
- Colour
- Grey
- Material
- HDPE
- Warranty
- 2 Years
£96.18(£115.42 inc VAT)
£96.18(£115.42 inc VAT)
The Coleman Convoy 55QT is a portable cooler box designed to keep food and drinks cold across extended outdoor use — festivals, outdoor events, sporting fixtures, catering runs, or similar operations where refrigeration isn't available on-site. Built from HDPE with a fully insulated lid and body, and a leakproof gasket seal, it is a practical choice for operators who need reliable passive cooling away from a fixed cold chain.
In real-world use, the Convoy performs well over multi-day periods when pre-chilled correctly and kept out of direct sunlight. The insulated lid — referred to by Coleman as TempLockFX — works alongside the body insulation to slow heat transfer, which is where much of its performance advantage lies over standard cool boxes. The rubber latches hold the lid firmly closed, which helps maintain internal temperature during transit and repeated opening.
From an operational standpoint, the Convoy offers several practical advantages:
- Antibacterial liner treatment built into the material, resistant to wear over time
- Stainless steel hinges and a built-in steel bottle opener on the lid
- Single rope handle with reflective insert for low-light visibility and confident grip
- HDPE construction that is robust without carrying unnecessary weight
- Leakproof gasket reduces the risk of meltwater spillage during transport
At 5.7kg unloaded, the Convoy is noticeably lighter than rotomoulded alternatives, which matters when the box will be carried fully loaded over any distance. It is worth noting that this is a passive cooler — it requires ice or ice packs to function and is not a powered unit. For extended outdoor catering operations requiring consistent temperature control, a powered refrigeration solution may be more appropriate.
The Convoy suits outdoor event caterers, mobile operators, and back-of-house teams needing reliable cold storage on the move. If you regularly run high-volume outdoor events and need a larger capacity or powered option, it is worth discussing your specific requirements with us before ordering.
If you are unsure whether this cooler is the right fit for your operation, we are happy to talk it through.
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