Founded in 1948 by World War II veteran Bob Trulaske, True refrigeration got its start creating bottle coolers out of downtown St. Louis warehouse, but the brand has grown into one of the largest players in the global commercial refrigeration market. Known for reliable and sanitary commercial refrigerators, the family-owned business primarily creates refrigerators out of its O'Fallon, Mo., headquarters.
True T-23-HC 27" One Section Reach In Refrigerator, (1) Right Hinge Solid Door, 115v
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Retail Price: $13,294.00
$4,017.45 /Each
Selected Hinge: Right Hinge
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True Refrigeration T-23-HC Description
The True T-23-HC one-section refrigerator includes three gray, PVC-coated wire shelves. Each shelf is adjustable in 1⁄2-inch increments to accommodate various product sizes. Cleanup is simplified since the interior floor has coved corners and is constructed of stainless steel. Its exterior has a stainless steel front and aluminum top, back, and sides that resist corrosion.
The True T-23-HC reach-in refrigerator holds temperatures between 33 and 38 degrees Fahrenheit to keep food safe and fresh. Temperatures are maintained with R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant through a capillary tube system, and cold air is evenly pushed around the cabinet with condenser and evaporator. To resist corrosion, the evaporator is coated in epoxy. This reach-in refrigerator has a bottom-mount refrigeration system that is in the coolest area of the kitchen, but it can take in more debris than if it were top mounted.
Once the unit is turned on, its compressor's fan motor directs air in a reverse direction to remove buildup on top of the condensing oil. By eliminating dust, debris, and dirt collection, the coil can work more efficiently for longer periods. Users should continue to implement preventative maintenance practices for the coil to ensure it's working properly over time.
Product Details
- Capillary tube refrigeration system uses R290 hydrocarbon refrigerant to keep temperature cool
- Evaporator and condenser fan motors consistently move air around the cabinet
- Condensing coil cleaned with reverse compressor fan motor mechanism
- Epoxy-coated evaporator resists corrosion
- Condensing unit is mounted on the bottom for accessibility
- Automatic defrost system initiates and terminates automatically once it reaches a specific temperature
- Exterior temperature display
- Recessed door handle is fitted with a sheet metal interlock to keep it attached for the life of the unit
- Self-closing door has a positive seal and is right-hinged, so it opens on the left
- 1-piece magnetic door gasket forms an airtight seal and is removable without tools
Product Features

Cabinet Construction
- Cabinet exterior is built with a stainless steel front and an anodized aluminum back, top, and sides
- Sanitary, clear-coat aluminum lines the cabinet interior
- Easy-to-clean stainless steel interior floor with coved corners
- Cabinet is insulated with high-density polyurethane insulation for added structural integrity and superior energy efficiency
- 3 adjustable, PVC-coated shelves hold product
- Safety-shielded interior lighting keeps refrigerator contents visible
Dimensions & Utilities
- Shelves: 227⁄8 in. W x 231⁄4 in. D
- Overall: 27 in. L x 291⁄2 in. D x 833⁄8 in. H
- 2.2 A, 1⁄4 HP
- 115 V/60 Hz/1 ph, 9-ft. cord with a NEMA 5-15P plug
*Free shipping on True Refrigeration T-23-HC within the 48 contiguous states.
From The Manufacturer
Refrigerator, reach-in, one-section, (1) solid door, (3) PVC coated adjustable wire shelves, interior lighting, stainless steel door, stainless steel front, aluminum sides, clear coated aluminum interior with stainless steel floor, 4" castors, R290 Hydrocarbon refrigerant, 1/4 HP, 115v/60/1-ph, 2.2 amps, NEMA 5-15P, cULus, UL EPH Classified, CE, ENERGY STARĀ®
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True Refrigeration T-23-HC Specifications
Spec Attribute | Spec Value |
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Manufacturer | True Refrigeration |
Compressor Location | Bottom |
Cubic Feet | 20.8 |
Depth (in) | 29.5 |
Door Type | Solid |
Doors | Full |
Height (in) | 78.38 |
Hertz | 60 |
Hinge Configuration | Right |
Interior Material | Aluminum |
NEMA | 5-15P |
No. of Doors | 1 |
Phase | 1 |
Product | Reach-In Refrigerators |
Product Type | Commercial Refrigeration |
Rating | Better |
Refrigerant | R290 (Hydrocarbon) |
Sections | 1 |
Series | T-SeriesĀ® |
Special Features | Casters Included - Uninstalled |
Type | Reach In |
Warranty | 7-year Parts & Labor; 7-year Compressor |
Width (in) | 27 |
Weight | 270.00 |

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Price | $4,017.45 | $5,553.45 | $2,399.00 | $2,988.75 |
Shipping | Ships Free | Ships Free | Ships Free | Ships Free |
Lead Time | IN STOCK: Ships in 1 Business Day | IN STOCK: Ships in 1 Business Day | QUICK SHIP: Typically ships in 1 - 3 Business Days | QUICK SHIP: Typically ships in 1 - 3 Business Days |
Rating | Better | Better | Good | Better |
Cubic Feet | 20.8 | 23.43 | 23 | 18.7 |
Width (in) | 27 | 29.88 | 26.75 | 25.25 |
Doors | Full | Full | Full | Full |
No. of Doors | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Door Type | Solid | Solid | Solid | Solid |
Type | Reach In | Reach In | Reach In | Reach In |
Sections | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Compressor Location | Bottom | Top | Bottom | Top |
Depth (in) | 29.5 | 35 | 32.75 | 33.5 |
Hinge Configuration | Right | Right | Right | Right |
Refrigerant | R290 (Hydrocarbon) | R290 (Hydrocarbon) | R290 (Hydrocarbon) | R290 (Hydrocarbon) |
Special Features | Casters Included - Uninstalled | Casters Included - Uninstalled | Casters Included - Uninstalled | |
Height (in) | 78.38 | 83.44 | 82.75 | 77.13 |
Series | T-SeriesĀ® | Dealer's Choice | M3 | |
Warranty | 7-year Parts & Labor; 7-year Compressor | 6-year Parts & Labor; 7-year Compressor | 2-year Limited Parts & Labor; 5-year Compressor | 5-year Limited Parts & Labor; 7-year Compressor Parts |
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"After going through two different foreign made 23 cu ft "junk" refrigerators, I settled on a True brand. Yes, it was more expensive but it put Americans to work and had the best warranty of all other brands. I did order 2 extra shelves as the unit only came with three."
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"I wasn't sure about spending the money for this thing but it's truly a work horse. Looks great too."
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"Replaced an identical fridge that was 26 years old"
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"I can't believe the difference between the True fridge and the import Avalon I just threw out. It cools 10 times faster and makes 1/2 the noise. I am truly impressed. I would recommend to anyone looking to buy a new fridge, pay the extra money for a USA made product you will not be disappointed."
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"Our ladies in the kitchen love it, and that makes me very happy. It replaces our older model (32 years) and that is very hard to believe. Hoping for another 32. (-:"
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"It is wonderful. Spacious and keeps food cold"
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"Product motor broken within 28 days of receiving. I believe product is a lemon. KaTom provided good customer service and fast shipping."
KaTom's Response:
"Thank you for your feedback. We pride ourselves on serving as advocates for our customers. We're sorry you had this issue, though."
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"Two shelves rack?"
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"This is the 3rd TRUE Refrigerator we've bought from KaTom and we love the reliability of this brand. It gets a workout in this Child Care facility."
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"product used to store perishable dairy products that have to be kept cold at between 32F and 40 F product is not in an insulated room"