How big of an ice chest do I need?

How big of an ice chest do I need?

When selecting a cooler, remember that about 30-50 percent of its capacity will be taken up with ice. For three people on a day trip, a 40-quart cooler is generally fine. For the same group on a weekend camping trip, a 50- to 60-quart cooler is good.

How do I know what size cooler I need?

Opening it fewer times keeps your food and drinks colder longer. In weekend camping situations with two to three people, a 50- to 60-qt. cooler should be sufficient to store all the food and drinks you’ll need. For day trips, consider a cooler smaller than 40 qts.

What is the most common size of cooler?

Coolers that fall into the small category range from about 8-20 quarts. On the smaller end, 8 quart coolers like the Yeti Hopper can carry 8 cans and 5 pounds of ice. An 8 quart cooler combines lightweight design and spacious interior make it a perfect cooler for short overnight or weekend trips on your own.

How much can you fit in a 20 qt cooler?

24 cans
20 QT Hard Cooler It is very practical for everyday use and can be taken to work, camping, hunting, or fishing. This cooler keeps your food & drinks colder longer and holds up to 24 cans plus ice. The cooler is equipped with a heavy-duty stainless steel handle that locks upright for easy one-handed carrying.

What is a standard size cooler?

Personal has 16 quarts or less, small has 17 to 35 quarts, the medium has 36 to 59 quarts, large has 60 to 99 quarts, and giant has 100 quarts and above of storage volume.

How much can you fit in a 30 qt cooler?

What can this cooler hold? 30 quart coolers are great for weekend trips for two people. You’ll have plenty of room inside for two days of food for two + 12 drinks + ice or 22 canned beverages + ice.

What are the different sizes of coolers?

How big is a 45qt cooler?

26.5 inches long
The RTIC 45 QT is 26.5 inches long and 16.5 inches wide. The smaller size of the RTIC 45 QT is more ideal for a single person to carry. The width alone makes it much easier to grasp the cooler by the molded or swinging rope handles.

How big is a 24 qt cooler?

24.41″ x 16.14″ x 16.14″
Capacity: 24 Quarts. Dimensions: 24.41″ x 16.14″ x 16.14″ Weight: 16.01 lbs.

How big is a 30 qt cooler?

25.3 x 19 x 18.5 inches
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Brand	Pelican
Material	Plastic
Color	Canyon Red
Item Dimensions LxWxH	25.3 x 19 x 18.5 inches
Item Weight	21.67 Pounds

What size is a medium cooler?

We define “medium” as any cooler that has a storage capacity of between 36 and 59 quarts.

How big is a 40 qt cooler?

Product Description

	20 Quart	40 Quart
Width	16 3/8 Wide	23 1/8 Wide
Height	15 5/8 Tall	17 5/8 Tall
Depth	11 1/4 Deep	14 7/8 Deep
Weight	18 lbs	30 lbs

How big is a 75 qt cooler?

Technical Details

Item Package Dimensions L x W x H	‎34 x 18.5 x 18.5 inches
Manufacturer	‎YETI
Part Number	‎10075010000
Included Components	‎Tundra cooler
Size	‎75 Quart

How big is a 28 quart cooler?

23.2 x 14.5 x 16.3 inches
Lifetime 28-Quart High-Performance Cooler 28 QT Grey

Brand	Lifetime
Item Dimensions LxWxH	23.2 x 14.5 x 16.3 inches
Item Weight	18.7 Pounds
Capacity	28 Quarts

How much can a 25 qt cooler hold?

Holds 37 (12 oz.) cans. Capacity: 25 Quarts.

How big is a 40 quart cooler?

How big is a 50 quart cooler?

22.6 x 17.6 x 17.7 inches
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Brand	Coleman
Material	Plastic
Color	Black
Item Dimensions LxWxH	22.6 x 17.6 x 17.7 inches
Item Weight	12.7 Pounds

How big is a 45 qt cooler?

The RTIC 45 QT is 26.5 inches long and 16.5 inches wide. The smaller size of the RTIC 45 QT is more ideal for a single person to carry. The width alone makes it much easier to grasp the cooler by the molded or swinging rope handles.

How much can a 65 quart cooler hold?

64 cans
The 65 quart capacity breaks down to 70 pounds of ice or 64 cans. That’s roughly 2.7 cases of beer. Dedicate the cooler to fizzy beverages on a hot weekend.