Kaluchi S Trailer

Compact 2.8m kitchen trailer with a full cooking line and large sink

R44,750 - R55,750Chromadek Sheeting, Double Panel Sheeting
Kaluchi S 2.8m food trailer, exterior view

What's included

  • Size: 2.8m x 1.8m
  • Gas Stoves: 2
  • Chips Fryers: 2
  • Food Warmers: 2
  • Griller plate and mesh: 2
  • Large Sink: 1
  • Serving Hatches: 3
  • Preparing table: 1
  • Gas Cage: 1
  • Plug Points: Yes
  • Interior Light: Yes
  • Storage Cupboard: Yes
  • Water bottle holder: 20L
  • Free road worthy papers
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Built in 7 working days · Free roadworthy papers · 12-month warranty

Full specifications

Chassis & towing
Overall size (L × W × H)
2.8m × 1.8m × 2.4m (height from floor)
Axle
Single axle
Braking
Unbraked
Wheels & tyres
2 × 13-inch
Suspension
Spring & blade
Support
Jockey wheel optional, 4 stabilising legs
Doors & hatches
1 lockable entrance + 3 lockable serving hatches
Build & utilities
Wall material
Chromadek or double-panel insulated sheeting
Flooring
Galvanised steel; double-panel builds add a wooden floor board
Worktops
Stainless steel
Electrical
1 interior plug point and interior light
Storage
Built-in cupboard
Ventilation
Serving hatches provide cross-ventilation
Gas system
9 kg gas cage, industrial piping; gas COC optional extra
Water & sink
20 L water dispenser + large zinc sink
Cold storage
Space for a deep freezer

The Kaluchi S squeezes a complete cooking line into 2.8m x 1.8m: two gas stoves, two chips fryers, two food warmers, and two griller plates with mesh, plus three serving hatches and a prep table. Where it pulls ahead of the similarly sized Chingali is the extras — a larger sink, interior plug points and lighting, and a built-in storage cupboard — practical upgrades for traders who want power on board, more storage, and easier washing-up capacity.

From R44,750 in Chromadek or R55,750 in insulated double panel, with a gas cage, 20L water holder, free roadworthy papers, and your choice of colour, the Kaluchi S tows easily behind a standard bakkie or SUV and fits trading spots a bigger trailer can't. It is a strong first trailer for a committed startup, and a proven fleet addition for operators placing units at multiple locations.

Who it's for

  • First-time food entrepreneurs with a fuller menu in mind
  • Operators expanding to a second or third trading location
  • Traders who want onboard plug points, lighting, and extra storage
  • Buyers needing easy towing with everyday vehicles

Popular uses

  • Daily chips, russians, and kota trading
  • Grilled meat and braai-style menus at markets
  • School, church, and community event catering
  • Multi-site fleet deployment at smaller trading spots

Model FAQ

Kaluchi S Trailer: common questions

What is the difference between the Kaluchi S and the Chingali?

They are the same 2.8m x 1.8m trailer with the same core cooking line, and both include a gas cage. The Kaluchi S is the upgraded build: it adds a larger sink, interior plug points, an interior light, and a built-in storage cupboard. The Chingali is the leaner version and starts R0–R1,000 lower. Choose the Kaluchi S if you want onboard power, lighting, and more storage and washing-up capacity; choose the Chingali to keep startup costs down.

Can a normal car tow the Kaluchi S?

Most bakkies and SUVs with a tow bar handle a 2.8m trailer comfortably. Confirm your vehicle's rated towing capacity, and remember roadworthy papers are included with the trailer.

What payment options are available?

Trailored offers a 3-month lay-buy on qualifying builds, letting you secure the trailer and pay it off before delivery. Ask about lay-buy when you request your quote on WhatsApp.