T52 - 52 Litre Tropical Ice Box

Name: T52 - 52 Litre Tropical Ice Box
Brand: Tropical Ice Boxes
SKU: T52
Price: 380.00 AUD
Availability: InStock

Built to last.
Trusted by Aussies since 1996.

$380.00

Freight calculated at checkout. Australia wide delivery.

Backed by a 10-year manufacturing warranty — built to go the distance.

Tough, reliable and made to go the distance, Tropical Ice Boxes are designed for years of hard use. That’s why we confidently offer one of the longest warranties in the industry.

We want you to be completely happy with your purchase. If you're not satisfied, return your item within 30 days for a full refund – no fuss, no questions asked. View our full returns policy here.

Once your order has been dispatched, you’ll receive a shipping confirmation with tracking. Delivery times vary depending on your location. If your item is out of stock, urgent or would like to Pre-Order, please contact us and we’ll do our best to help.

Proudly Aussie-owned and operated for 30 years. Tropical Ice Boxes are designed for our tough conditions — trusted by campers, tradies, fishos, and families right across the country.

✔ One-piece rotomoulded construction
✔ Closed-cell foam insulation
✔ Thick 5mm walls
✔ Heavy-duty super hinge
✔ UV-resistant, food-grade materials
✔ Built for Australian conditions
✔ Trusted since 1996
✔ Backed by a 10-year warranty

Built Tough for Camping & Boating

The T52 Tropical Ice Box hits the sweet spot — big enough for a weekend’s worth of supplies, but compact enough to load into the car, boat, or ute with ease. Whether you're packing food for the family or bait for your next trip offshore, the T52 keeps contents colder for longer.

Dimensions & Specs:

External Dimensions: 61.0cm (L) x 50.0cm (W) x 46.0cm (H)
Internal Dimensions: 48.5cm (L) x 34.0cm (W) x 36.0cm (H)
Weight: 11.0kg (empty)
Capacity: 52 Litres

Key Features:

Perfect for Weekend Adventures – Camping, boating, beach days and more
Advanced Insulation – Keeps contents colder for longer
Durable One-Piece Design – Seamless construction with no weak points
Heavy-Duty Latches & Handles – Built for real-world use
UV-Stabilised Shell – Fade-resistant and built to handle harsh Aussie sun
Non-Slip Rubber Feet – Keeps your cooler stable and raised off hot or uneven surfaces

Reliable Cold Storage for Real Adventures

Light enough to move. Tough enough to last.

The T52 is ready for wherever you go — from the bush to the beach, from tradie trays to tinny decks. It’s the go-to choice for adventurers who need dependable ice-holding performance without going oversized.

Keeping it cold. Since 1996.

Not sure which size you need? Read our guide: Choosing the Right Ice Box →

Already own a Tropical Ice Box? Browse Replacement Spare Parts →

Ice Box Size Comparison – Find Your Perfect Fit

Model	Capacity	Dimensions L×W×H	Weight
T10	10 Litre	37.6cm x 26.0cm x 20.5cm	1.6kg
T25	25 Litre	44.4cm x 32.5cm x 35.0cm	4.1kg
T35	35 Litre	46.8cm x 38.6cm x 38.9cm	4.8kg
T52	52 Litre	61.0cm x 50.0cm x 46.0cm	11.0kg
T62	62 Litre	74.0cm x 48.0cm x 48.0cm	13.5kg
T75	75 Litre	83.9cm x 49.3cm x 44.9cm	11.1kg
T85	85 Litre	87.0cm x 49.0cm x 49.0cm	16.0kg
T92 with Divider	92 Litre	86.0cm x 50.0cm x 50.0cm	16.5kg
T105	105 Litre	99.0cm x 49.0cm x 50.0cm	17.5kg
T126	126 Litre	114.5cm x 56.0cm x 45.5cm	21.0kg
T160	160 Litre	114.5cm x 56.0cm x 53.0cm	24.0kg
T200	200 Litre	98.5cm x 59.5cm x 63.0cm	28.0kg

Tropical Ice Boxes – Care & Usage FAQs

It depends on how you pack it, the weather, and how often it’s opened.

With the right prep, your Tropical Ice Box will keep contents colder for longer — and can hold ice for days. Packing it tight, limiting lid openings, and keeping it in the shade will all help maximise performance.

Built for Aussie conditions — how you pack it makes the difference.

Keeping your ice box in the shade makes a noticeable difference:

Keeps contents colder for longer
Reduces internal heat build-up
Helps maintain the shape of the ice box over time

It’s a simple way to get the most out of your ice box — especially in hot Australian conditions.

Tropical Ice Boxes are built for tough Australian conditions and handle regular outdoor use with ease.

When camping, fishing, or on the job, we recommend keeping your ice box in the shade where possible. This helps maximise ice retention and maintain the shape of the box over time.

Like any high-performance plastic product, extended exposure to heat over long periods can cause minor changes in shape. Storing your ice box out of direct sun when not in use will help keep it performing at its best.

For best long-term performance:

Store your ice box out of direct sunlight
Keep it in a cool, dry place where possible
Avoid placing heavy weight on the lid for extended periods
Store with the lid slightly ajar to allow airflow, reduce moisture build-up, and help protect the seal
Use the plastic tabs under the lid to help protect the seal during storage and when stacking

Before using your ice box, make sure the tabs are removed so the lid can fully seal.

These simple steps will help maintain shape, seal integrity, and overall performance.

Yes — Tropical Ice Boxes are made from food-grade materials, making them suitable for storing food and drinks.

For best results, we recommend keeping food sealed or in containers and packing your ice box efficiently to maintain consistent temperatures.

Yes — Tropical Ice Boxes are suitable for use with dry ice. They’re built with durable, food-grade materials that can handle extreme cold. If you’re using dry ice, we recommend:

Wrapping the dry ice in newspaper or cardboard to slow sublimation.
Avoiding direct skin contact (always use gloves).
Allowing for ventilation when transporting, as dry ice releases CO₂ gas.

Each Tropical Ice Box is built with features suited to its size:

T10 – Compact with a heavy-duty webbing strap. Lid is completely removable. No rubber feet or drain plug.
T25 – Includes a webbing strap and side handles. Fixed hinged lid with the reinforced super hinge. No rubber feet or drain plug.
T35 – Larger size with side carry handles and fixed hinged lid with super hinge. No rubber feet or drain plug.
T52 -T200 – Feature fixed hinged lids with the super hinge, carry handles, plus rubber feet and a drain plug for easy emptying.
All standard models (up to T160) – Come with our tough loop-and-button lid system and reinforced super hinge (except the T10 & T25 which uses dual lid loops).

👉 This way, you can quickly see which model has the setup that works best for you.

Tropical Ice Boxes are built from durable one-skin polyethylene with 5mm thick insulation, UV protection, and food-grade materials.

Extra-large models available on pre-order. Contact us for availability and lead times.

We don’t just sell you an ice box. We back it with a 10-year manufacturing warranty — one of the longest in the industry.

Why? Because we know it’s built to last.

The warranty covers manufacturing defects in the ice box body and lid.

Wear items such as handles, hinges, loops, buttons, straps, rubber feet, drain bungs, seals and stickers etc are considered replaceable parts and are not covered under the warranty.

👉 Full warranty details:
https://tropicaliceboxes.com/pages/warranty