7Bushman Original SC35-52

Bushman Original SC35-52

MPN: SC35-52

4.9

338 reviews · Statistics

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Build Quality
4.9 (244)
Value for Money
4.7 (241)
Ease of Use
5.0 (243)
Cleaning & Maintenance
4.9 (243)
Adjustable capacity of 32, 45 or 52 litres.
Durable, reliable and energy efficient in all temperatures and conditions.
Widely praised by customers

Reviews

Joe_R
Joe_R Greater Melbourne (Outer), VIC · 8 posts

Terrific Product

After lots of research I decided to go with a Bushman. Very well made and smartly designed. Love the “basic” stuff where everything can be adjusted and changed easily.
Haven’t tried it yet but definitely will be back to update this review after some time.

Purchased in for $1,395.

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Ric
Ric · 2 posts

Compressor Knock

Hi have the SC35-52 just noticed there is a knocking noise in my compressor unit , the compressor body is bolted down ok the knock is coming from inside the
sealed unit it’s still working ok just this knocking that is annoying.

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Tanya Hardidge
Tanya Hardidge

Great fridge

Great fridge, I love the flexibility of the lid system and the efficiency of the power consumption.

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Kita
Kita New South Wales · 2 posts
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First fridge we have brought that actually works!

Brought about 3 different brand fridges in the last 6 years, and this fridge being our 4th fridge we have brought has not had a problem in the first 3 weeks running on our camping set up. We are beyond stoaked with this product and the brand entirely and can't wait to have this fridge for as long as it will serve us.

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Mark Chrystie
Mark Chrystie
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It works efficiently, doesn't draw much power and remains cold.

The fridge is in the rear of my Ute permantly and is mainly used for drinks and food. It is used as a second fridge to my caravan when on holidays. It is large enough for all my supplies. It works well in all weather conditions, and it doesn't use much power from the batteries. This is my second Bushman fridge the 1st was second hand when I bought it, and I used it full time for over 6 years. I'm not sure how old the fridge was but I believe over 12 years old. I replaced it with a "bare bones" fridge as all the charges, inserts and lid fitted from my previous fridge.

Purchased in for $850.

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Philip Groves
Philip Groves

Fantastic and power efficient fridge

Fantastic Australian business with a solid product they have perfected over many years.

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Wayne
Wayne South East Queensland, QLD

Amazing customer service

On the Bushman website, their customer service is stated to be amazing.
And it certainly is!
A tear appeared on the cover of our camping fridge. We emailed to ask how best to repair it, and immediately a reply came back informing us the item would be replaced. Fast delivery and we now have our new cover!
We cannot recommend all aspects of this company highly enough.
Support Australian owned & operated.

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James Hamilton
James Hamilton Murray Region, NSW · 3 posts
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Simply Delightful, Delightfully Simply to use.

I love this fridge so much. I have been using it none stop with my 120amp battery and solar panel with no issues what so ever. The best fridge/freezer have ever used, wished i had got one years ago.

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John Hanrahan
John Hanrahan

Perfect size and very efficient

Using this as a camp freezer at present and very impressed with the power consumption giving better battery life

Purchased in .

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Nick Drew
Nick Drew
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Faultless

A month camping in Central Australia, and our first trip with a fridge rather than an esky and ice. We loved it, constant temperature, no frozen lettuce, beer always perfect, no soggy packaging. The fridge looks very well constructed and the power draw was as described. Good quality baskets make finding things easy. So far so good. Delivery was quick and online purchase simple.

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leo729
leo729 · 8 posts

Good looking Versatile Aussie Fridge

Well made and good quality portable Australian made fridge. Its flexible in capacity. From 35 L to 45L to 52 L. The 35 liter is low profile and I can still close my ute bed with the factory tonneau cover.
Its good looking . I like the colour, it make it look tough and rugged. Also it compliments my Gobi colored Jeep Gladiator . Minor things I didnt like was the colour of the cover , i didnt like the blue colour cover . I wish it came with khaki colour cover .if you do make one let me know , ill buy it .No drain plug , that would make it easier to clean . Also there’s no Anderson plug , that would make the connection more secure to the power source.

Purchased in for $1,485.

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Paul
Paul Hunter Region, NSW · 2 posts
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Excellent quality and performance!

I spent quite a lot of time researching refrigerators and kept coming up with the Bushman 35-52 as my best option. Ordering for the Bushman website was easy, communication excellent and delivery was quick. I like how quickly the fridge gets to 0℃ and only took 2.488Ahs to do so (Ambient temp was 22℃). See the photo showing the display of the power analyser. The fridge is a well engineered quality unit and worked well under warm conditions whilst I was van camping over a weekend. Although just owning it for only 8 weeks, I use it regularly to keep food shopping cool or drinks and food when picnicking. Easily the best buy In have made this year!

Purchased in at Bushman Fridge for $1,295.

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Len Zell
Len Zell Darling Downs, QLD · 2 posts
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Robust, reliable, repairable and remarkable!

Just bought my 2nd one as the previous one had done 19 years of outback travel! I was able to repair the 1st one in the field (via satphone to Bushman) after smashing it with lose wheel in tray with it (year 3) then 15 years of trouble free service. It had done in excess of 20 desert crossings, several island jaunts and just camping around allowing me to write 6 books on Australiana. It uses little power, runs as a freezer or fridge well and in any conditions. I have not seen any fridge that comes near to it in terms of robust reliability and friendly competent backup.

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Graeme Berry
Graeme Berry
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2nd Bushman

Purchased our second Bushman in June 2023. First Bushman purchased in 2004. We now have one in the tug and one in our new off road camper. Runs as per expectations - perfectly. Dropped down to the temp on the led display (4c) running on 12 volt in about 45-60 minutes, used approx. 2.5 amps.

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Dallas A.
Dallas A. Perth, WA · 2 posts
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Our Bushman

Our household fridge broke down, thankfully we were able to get out our Bushman to keep us going.

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Questions & Answers

Heather
Heather · 

Hi,
My trusty reliable Bushman SC 35/42/52 of quite a few years now starts then suddenly stops and will not run, have tried the over ride switch inside the copressor compartment but still the same issue.Is there an agent in the Noosa area or does it sound like a new fridge is required

Ian Hughes
Ian Hughes · 

Have you contacted Bushman direct ? That's the place to start.

Heather
Heather · 

Not yet was hoping for a simple solution but will contct them now

Bushman Fridges
Bushman Fridges · 

Hi Heather, you are welcome to contact us anytime 03 80809990 or info@bushman.com.au

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Steve
Steve · 

Hi, my fridge wont cool down at all checked overide switch, compressor has open hole in the nipple where the gas goes in , compressor does not start, only 12 months old, am guessing compressor needs replacing
Steve

Ian Hughes
Ian Hughes · 

Contact Bushman, their service is first rate.

Bushman Fridges
Bushman Fridges · 

Hi Steve, we can help you with this. Please call us 03 8080 9990 or send us an email with some photos to info@bushman.com.au.
Cheers, Tommy

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liam b.
liam b. · 

Have a sc35 fridge that's displaying HI. Runs super cold. What parts should i order to replace?

Bushman Fridges
Bushman Fridges · 

Hi Liam, HI usually indicates one of the following:
1. The temperature is set to Farenhiet (not Celsius), or
2. The override switch under the control panel is on the ON position (should be in the OFF position). You can check this by taking the 5 screws off from the top of the compressor compartment and checking under the control panel.
Please let us know if this does not resolve, the issue. Tommy

liam b.
liam b. · 

Hey Tommy. I've tried flicking the override switch and any settings on the main display. I've also unplugged and plugged back in all cables running to the control panel and still displays HI.

Bushman Fridges
Bushman Fridges · 

Hi Liam,
You might need to turn the fridge off and let it warm up for a few hours, as HI indicates the fridge is too cold.
Before you turn it back on, put the override switch in the OFF position, and make sure the set temperature is in celsius.

liam b.
liam b. · 

I've had it off for a few months since it first done this and come back to it every now and then to muck around with it and always just says HI and runs flat out with no break with the switch in both positions. It has copped rain on a couple trips.

Bushman Fridges
Bushman Fridges · 

Hi Liam, can you please send us an email with your details to info@bushman.com.au
Tommy

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Details

Features

The Bushman Original is a uniquely designed and robust portable fridge/freezer, that has been a top rated product for more than 20 years. It has been awarded as the best portable fridge for 2017 through to 2022 by ProductReview.com.au reviewers.

This dual zone fridge + freezer is an adaptable, energy efficient portable cooler. It can be powered by either a cars cigarette lighter or through mains electricity, and is equipped with a digital temperature display panel. One of the biggest selling points of the Bushman Original is its changeable capacity. With all-included extension kits, the fridge can be 32L, 45L or 52L in capacity, depending on your specific requirements.

What do reviewers think?

Customer reviews praise the Bushman Originals durability in all temperatures, quietness and versatility. It's widely considered to be easy to use and energy efficient. Quick and helpful customer support appears to be another selling feature. Its functionality to price is one of the best on the market, though it's still a sizeable investment.

CategoryPortable Fridges / Freezers
Price (RRP) $1,495
Type Dual Zone Fridge + Freezer
Capacity52L
Power SourceCar (Cigarette Lighter) and Wall Outlet
FeaturesDigital Display Panel and Thermometer
Cooling Capacity-22 °C to +10 °C
Weight22.5 kg
Dimensions 545 x 690 x 380 mm
Manufacturer Warranty5 year(s)
Construction MaterialSteel
Release date
ManualDownload manual
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  • GTIN12: 797776962426
  • MPN: SC35-52

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