Trailer Pod Conversions
PREMIUM POD
CUSTOM BUILT IN 10 -12 WEEKS
Our coffee catering pods offer compact design, spacious functionality and exceptional value. At a small but mighty 2.2m long there’s plenty of space for your team and equipment whilst still being easily transportable. A client favourite for good reason.
Ideal for busy city centre vending, events or pop-ups, our pod comfortably fits two people to make sure your customers are never kept waiting. Plus, thanks to an in-built water filter system, ample 50L fresh water storage and integrated appliances, you have everything you need to keep that delicious coffee flowing.
Exclusive to us, every conversion includes a comprehensive 3-year warranty and 5-year paint warranty for complete peace of mind. We even provide expert barista advice and operational training on (and before) the collection of your Pod, to get you off to the very best start.
SPEAK TO US
Premium
Coffee Pod
£16,995
Colour:
Ivory/White – RAL9001
Branding:
None
Premium Pod with Branding
£17,795
Colour:
Ivory/White – RAL9001
Branding:
Splashback & Exterior (All Sides)
Premium Pod with Branding & Custom Paint
£18,995
Colour:
RAL Colour of Choice
Branding:
Splashback & Exterior (All Sides)
What's included in your Coffee Pod?
Hit the ground brewing with barista-quality equipment and head-turning design in one launch-ready package. Our Premium Pod comes with all this as standard:
- A 2.2m pod that’s compact but perfectly formed – ideal for city centre trading with plenty of room for your team and your equipment
- Durable stainless steel body with fibreglass & glass reinforced plastic for maximum longevity
- Anti-slip aluminium chequer plate flooring for easy cleaning and maximum safety
- Detachable counter extension for extra space whenever you need it
- Internal LED lighting to keep the coffee flowing from dawn till dusk (great for evening events or winter trading)
- Fixed ventilation for optimal air quality inside your pod
- Absolute peace of mind with British Standard Approved high security latch and stainless steel spring loaded internal locking bolt (plus a spare key, just in case!)
- Built in double sink with integrated jug rinser and a 50L onboard water capacity keeps the drinks flowing when the queues start growing
- Water filtration system for smoother brews your customers keep coming back for
- Built-in waste tanks take care of your waste water letting you get on with serving customers
- Built-in RCD consumer unit automatically cuts the power in case of electrical faults, keeping you and your team safe when it matters most
- Easily move from mains to off-grid power at the click of a changeover switch, keeping you trading wherever you’re pitched
- Power all your kit on the go, on or off-grid with 7 13amp sockets (5 single & 2 double), and a 12v, 100amp battery
- Mains connection made easy with a 13-16amp hook up lead and a 16amp mains connector
- A 12 volt inverter to transform the power and a super fast battery charger makes it quicker to get up and running
- Lockable double ventilated stainless steel gas storage locker with space for 2 7.5kg gas bottles
- Empty gas bottle? Not a problem with a OPSO automatic changeover valve LPG system to automatically switch to a new one
- Join us for your handover day where we’ll train you on everything from how to setup your pod through to operational, quick-tips, and even coffee making tips from our fully trained baristas!
- You’ll go home with a start-up gift bag – our little thank you for choosing The Big Coffee
- Something not quite right? Our 3 year back-to-base guarantee means we’ve got you covered – just bring it back to us and we’ll get you back on the road
Alternative Uses
Coffee
Fracino Strada – Exclusive to The Big Coffee
2 Group Electronic, Semi-Auto Espresso Machine
LED Feature Lighting, Power Efficiency Mode
Matt Black Exterior
Fracino F4 Grinder – On Demand
Refrigeration – Under Counter Milk Fridge
Integrated Jug Rinser – Cleaning & Cooling On Demand
Stainless Steel Knock Box – Self Management Of Waste
FACT: Coffee is the second largest trade commodity in the world!!
Alternative Option: Bar
Mobile Bar Setup
2x Double Beer/Wine Fonts
Drinks Chiller
Gas Infrastructure
Drinks Lines –
Barrels Housed Externally
Other Features Include:
Integrated Sink – Double Sink for Handwashing & Equipment Hygiene
Refrigeration – Under-Counter Ingredients Fridge
Storage – Hitch Mounted Storage Box (Ideal for Key Keg Storage)
FACT: At UK festivals, beer makes up around 60% of all drinks sold and appealing to about 7 in 10 festival-goers.
Alternative Option: Pizza
Mobile Pizza Setup
Ooni Koda 12 LPG
Gas Setup
Hitch Mounted LPG Bottle Storage – Lockable
Twin OPSO Changeover Valve
Flame Failure Device – Safety Gas Shut-Off
Other Features Include:
Integrated Sink – Double Sink for Handwashing & Equipment Hygiene
Refrigeration – Under-Counter Ingredients Fridge
FACT: A pre-heated Koda 12 can cook 12-inch Neapolitan-style pizza in about 60 seconds!
Technical Features
Dimensions
External Length: 3400mm with Hitch / 2210mm without Hitch
External Width: 1650mm
External Height: 2400mm
Internal Length: 2100mm
Internal Width: 1500mm
Internal Height: 1880mm
Weights
Unladen weight: 600kg
Weight of the trailer less stock and personnel
Carrying capacity: 150kg load capacity when towing
Gross maximum weight: 750kg
This is the maximum the trailer can weigh – combined as above
Wheels & Tyres
Wheel Size: 360mm
Tyre Size: 165×70
Front: N/A
Rear: Leaf Spring
Legal Info
Every Pod build by The Big Coffee is Driver & Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA) Certified – A legal requirement for UK Roads
Built to Gas Safe & UK LPG Standards**
Other
750kg Unbraked Trailer – Requires suitable vehicle to tow. This information can be found on a DVLA V5 document. Please ask a team member on guidance as to whether your vehicle may be suitable.
** Conversions without this are non-compliant and against regulations to trade
What are the benefits of owning a trailer pod?
Lightweight and Easy to Tow: Pod trailers are designed to be lightweight, making them easy to tow with a standard vehicle, which simplifies transportation and reduces fuel costs.
Compact Efficiency: Despite their smaller size, pod trailers are designed to maximise space efficiently, offering practical solutions for various mobile business needs.
Simple Management: Their manageable size and streamlined design mean that pod trailers can often be handled by one person, making setup and operation more straightforward.
Cost-Effective: Generally, more affordable than larger trailers or custom-built units, our pod trailers provide a budget-friendly option for starting or expanding your mobile business.
Convenient Storage: The smaller footprint makes pod trailers easier to store when not in use, requiring less space compared to larger mobile units.
Versatility: Their compact design makes pod trailers suitable for a variety of business types, from food vendors to pop-up shops, allowing for flexible use in different locations.
Take full advantage
Here at The Big Coffee we believe it’s not just about building you a street food cart, but about creating you something exceptional. As well as the tailor made design and build service we offer, we also supply…
- Advice on how to achieve a food hygiene rating of five, which is what many of our customers achieve, thanks to our attention to build quality
- Operations training, including a full explanation of how your new coffee business works, from gas to batteries to invertors.
- Business plan training to help you demonstrate your commercial acumen to councils, banks and event planners alike.
- Barista training delivered by our own professionally trained barista.
- Help with menu planning and costing, which benefits from two decades of working with coffee catering businesses.
- Exclusive to The Big Coffee, all of our conversions are covered by a comprehensive 3 year warranty and a 5 year paint warranty.
“Great working with you guys. Always available to answer any questions about our new Pod and they are clearly very experienced which makes it all much easier. I look forward to ordering the next one soon.”
JoshKarma Coffee
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Still got questions?
Take a look through some of popular questions in the FAQs below. Alternatively, leave your details and questions with us and we’ll get in touch with you.
FAQs
What materials are used in the construction of the Premium Pods?
The body of our Pods is crafted from stainless steel and fiberglass, ensuring resistance to rust unlike mild steel.
Are the Pods towable or stationary?
Our catering pods have undergone comprehensive testing by DVSA to ensure they can be legally towed on public roads, an essential aspect to ensure compliance with legal requirements.
What is the required deposit?
We request a 50% deposit to initiate the construction process for any of our products.
What options are available for paint colors?
You have the freedom to choose any RAL colour of your preference for £995.00. The standard colour is white. Paint applied by our professional body shop, and comes with a 5-year warranty.
Is a special license needed for towing?
With a Full UK driver’s license and an appropriate vehicle, you can tow our Pods. Consult your logbook to determine the towing weight capacity and feel free to reach out to us for further assistance.
