True TUC-27-HC Undercounter Refrigerator 184 Ltr
Product Description
The True TUC-27-HC is a single-door undercounter refrigerator from True's established TUC range. It offers 184 litres of usable chilled storage within a cabinet designed to sit beneath standard preparation...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 144
- Climate class
- 5
- Country of origin
- US
- Energy rating
- A
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TUC-27-HC-SpecProduct Description
The True TUC-27-HC is a single-door undercounter refrigerator from True's established TUC range. It offers 184 litres of usable chilled storage within a cabinet designed to sit beneath standard preparation surfaces, keeping refrigerated stock within arm's reach on the prep line or pass without occupying dedicated floor space. For kitchens where space is genuinely limited but access to chilled product during service is non-negotiable, this is a practical and reliable option.
True's forced-air refrigeration system actively circulates temperature throughout the cabinet rather than relying on passive cold. In a working kitchen where the door is opened repeatedly across a busy service, that distinction is meaningful — the unit recovers quickly after door openings and maintains consistent food-safe temperatures without significant variation. The cabinet runs on R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant, which carries a low global warming potential and contributes to its A energy rating, both relevant considerations where running costs or sustainability commitments matter to the operation.
Undercounter units of this type are commonly used in several positions across a commercial kitchen:
- Below prep counters for close-to-hand ingredient storage during service
- On the pass for dairy, garnishes, or sauces requiring quick access
- In bar and front-of-house areas where compact refrigeration is needed
- In smaller kitchens where an upright cabinet is not practical
Installation requires a standard single-phase mains supply and adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet. As with all undercounter refrigeration, it is worth confirming that the intended position allows sufficient airflow and that the ambient temperature of the space falls within the unit's design operating range. In particularly hot kitchen environments, performance can be affected, and a model rated for a higher ambient temperature may be the more appropriate choice.
The TUC-27-HC is well suited to cafés, smaller restaurant kitchens, catering prep rooms, and bar environments where compact, reliable refrigeration is a priority. For operations with higher throughput or a need for greater capacity, larger-format or multi-door alternatives within the True range are worth considering.
If you would like to discuss whether this unit suits your kitchen layout or service requirements, the team is happy to work through that with you before you commit.
Key Features
- Forced-air refrigeration for consistent temperature throughout the cabinet
- R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant with low global warming potential
- Single-door undercounter format fits beneath standard prep surfaces
- A energy rating supporting lower operational running costs
- 184 litres of usable chilled storage in a compact footprint
Operational Benefits
- Rapid temperature recovery keeps food safe through repeated door openings
- Keeps chilled stock within reach on the prep line during busy service
- Compact undercounter footprint frees floor space in tight kitchen layouts
- Low-GWP refrigerant helps meet sustainability and compliance requirements
- Reliable temperature stability reduces risk of stock loss during service
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 144
- Climate class
- 5
- Country of origin
- US
- Energy rating
- A
- External depth (mm)
- 766
- External height (mm)
- 839
- External width (mm)
- 702
- Internal height (mm)
- 630
- Material
- External: Stainless steel front & countertop, aluminium sides & rear. Internal: Clear coated aluminium, stainless steel base.
- Max ambient temp deg c
- 40
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.184
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R290
- Temperature range (deg c)
- 0.5-3.3
- Weight (kg)
- 73
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TUC-27-HC-SpecFrequently Asked Questions
- The TUC-27-HC is designed to operate within a defined ambient temperature range, as with most commercial undercounter refrigeration. In kitchens that run particularly hot — such as those with heavy cooking equipment in close proximity — it is worth checking that the ambient conditions fall within the cabinet's rated operating range before specifying it. If there is any doubt, a model with a higher ambient rating may be the safer choice, and we are happy to advise on that.
- Like all refrigerated cabinets, the TUC-27-HC needs adequate airflow clearance around the unit to allow the refrigeration system to reject heat effectively. The exact clearance requirements are detailed in True's installation documentation, and it is important to confirm these are achievable in the intended position before installation — particularly when the unit is being built into a run of cabinetry or fitted beneath a fixed surface.
- For kitchens with limited floor space, an undercounter unit like the TUC-27-HC can make more practical sense than a full-height cabinet, provided the 184-litre capacity is sufficient for the volume of chilled stock required during service. Where an operation needs significantly greater storage — or where stock is drawn from by multiple team members across different areas — a larger upright or multi-door cabinet is likely to be a better fit, and it is worth thinking through service patterns before deciding.