About 5,920 feet up
At this elevation water boils near 200°F, a small but real change for steam equipment and baking. Most kitchen trailers run normally here, and we flag anything that needs adjusting when we quote.
Open 24/7 · Emergency deployment
Maxwell, New Mexico Mobile Kitchen Trailer Rentals and Dishwashing Trailers
Maxwell lies in the Canadian River valley at about 5,925 feet, with I-25 along its east side at Exit 426. It began in 1879 as a railway stop. Maxwell National Wildlife Refuge, about 2 miles northwest, brings birders during spring and fall migrations, and interstate travel adds a steady flow of passing traffic.
We rent mobile kitchen trailers, dishwashing trailers, and emergency refrigeration trailers as short-term rentals or long-term leases. Call any hour or request availability and a quote for your Maxwell site.
- County
- Colfax County
- Elevation
- About 5,920 ft
- Typical January low
- 20°F
- Typical July high
- 87°F
Elevation from the Open-Meteo elevation model. Temperatures are averages for January lows and July highs in 2022 to 2024, from Open-Meteo reanalysis data.
What the conditions mean for a rental in Maxwell
January lows near 20°F
Winter nights regularly drop below freezing, with lows around 20°F. We check water-line protection and heater capacity for rentals through the cold months.
July highs near 87°F
Maxwell's July highs average about 87°F. That is a normal load for our equipment, but it is enough to expose an aging walk-in cooler, which is a common reason people call us.
Delivery from Santa Fe
About 100 miles in a straight line from our Santa Fe warehouse. That is a regional delivery: we confirm the road route, any seasonal limits, and the timing when we quote.
Where a mobile kitchen helps in Maxwell
Interstate closed by snow and wind
Snow and high winds have closed I-25 in northeastern New Mexico for hours at a time, and a past storm left dozens of semitrucks stranded along the corridor. If travelers or drivers shelter nearby, a mobile kitchen can supply hot meals for a host facility.
Migration-season groups at the refuge
The refuge, managed by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, is popular with birders in spring and fall. A club, school, or tour operator hosting a multi-day group outing might need a kitchen trailer, restrooms, or refrigeration for meals away from town.
Severe-weather recovery
An F3 tornado struck the village on May 29, 1964, destroying about 50 homes. Severe spring storms remain a plains hazard. After a storm damages a food facility or cuts power, a kitchen or refrigeration trailer can hold food service together during repairs.
- Hot meals during I-25 storm closures
- Group meals for refuge birding weekends
- Storm recovery kitchen and cold storage
Delivery from our Santa Fe warehouse to Maxwell
We keep equipment in Santa Fe, the New Mexico capital, and plan every delivery from there. Maxwell is about 100 miles from the warehouse as the crow flies; the actual road route, timing, and any permits are confirmed when we quote.
Getting a trailer to Maxwell
From Santa Fe, I-25 north leads straight to Maxwell's Exit 426 on the east side of the village. The corridor crosses open country with wind exposure, and winter storms have closed I-25 farther north. Check NMRoads before dispatch.
From Maxwell, Springer is about 13 miles away, Cimarron about 21 miles, and Raton about 24 miles, so one route can often serve more than one of them.
Open 24/7
Emergency deployment, any hour
The village has recorded -35°F, averages about 21 inches of snow a year, and was hit by an F3 tornado in 1964. Storm closures on I-25, power loss, or a failed cooler are all situations for 24/7 emergency deployment.
Kitchen trailers available for Maxwell
Nine mobile kitchen layouts, 24 ft to 40 ft. Pick by how many meals you serve and what you cook, then confirm power: most models run on 220V single-phase service. Prices are monthly starting rates; your quote confirms the final price, term, and delivery.
| Trailer | Cooking equipment | Also on board | Power | Starting rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 26 ft Baby Bulk Kitchen | Confirmed at quote | 3-compartment sink, Handwashing sink, Prep table, Mop sink, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | Price by quote |
| 28 ft Mobile Kitchen | Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200A | $4,995 / month |
| 38 ft Mobile Kitchen | Deep fryer, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Mobile Combo Kitchen | Deep fryers, Single-stack convection oven, Griddle / oven combination, 6-burner range / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $7,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | $10,995 / month |
| 40 ft Bulk Combo Kitchen | Double-stack convection oven, Deep fryer, Tilting skillet, Griddle / oven combination | Handwashing sink, 3-compartment sink, Prep table, Reach-in refrigerator and freezer, Walk-in cooler | 220V, single phase, 200-220A | $10,995 / month |
| 38 ft All Electric Kitchen | Specifications by quote | Specifications by quote | By quote | Price by quote |
Specifications come from the model descriptions supplied for each trailer. The unit assigned to your rental is confirmed at quote.
Dishwashing and refrigeration for Maxwell
A kitchen trailer works best with a dish room and cold storage beside it. Each card shows its monthly starting price. Kitchens and cooler rooms in nearby Wagon Mound, Eagle Nest, and Angel Fire can ask for the same pairing.
22-26 ft Low-Temperature Dish Trailer
A push-through low-temperature dishwasher with a soil tray, scraping table, and three-compartment sink.
Starting from $4,995 / month
38 ft Conveyor Dish Trailer
A conveyor-type dishwasher with prep, storage, and a water heater, for the busiest dish rooms.
Starting from $6,995 / month
12 ft Refrigerated Trailer
A small refrigerated trailer for a restaurant or store walk-in that has stopped cooling.
Starting from $1,895 / month
20 ft Refrigerated Trailer
More cold storage for a hospital, school, or hotel that lost its walk-in.
Starting from $1,895 / month
How a rental works
Rentals run by the month, with short-term and long-term options. Delivery, setup, and pickup are coordinated for your site. An inquiry does not reserve equipment; a person confirms availability, delivery time, and terms with you. Hours: open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Setup usually takes about five hours for kitchens and dishwashing trailers and about one hour for refrigeration units, and an inquiry is the first step, not a reservation.
Why choose Simply Indians
When a kitchen closes for a renovation, a repair, or an emergency, the people it feeds still need to eat. Reliable Maxwell mobile kitchen rentals and a team that picks up the phone keep service running on your schedule.
Accelerated Deployment
From the first call, we line up transport and setup for Maxwell mobile kitchen rentals in Maxwell so the kitchen is ready when your crew is.
24/7 Emergency Service
Call (888) 385-5513 any hour. A broken cooler or a closed kitchen does not wait for business hours.
End-to-End Project Support
From picking the right trailer to utility hookups and pickup, one team stays on your job.
Flexible Rental Solutions
Rent by the week or the month, or lease for a longer project, and send the trailer back when you no longer need it.
Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment
Equipment built to handle a full day of service, from the cooking line to the dish room and cold storage.
Experienced Logistics Coordination
Placement, utilities, and wastewater are reviewed with you ahead of delivery so there are no surprises on arrival.
Why clients trust us
We serve commercial and institutional kitchens: healthcare, education, government and military, hospitality, correctional facilities, and caterers. We stand behind what we can confirm: a person on the phone around the clock, delivery and setup coordination, and a quote that spells out terms before you commit.
Emergency refrigeration and kitchen rentals in Maxwell
When a cooler warms up overnight, a flood closes the kitchen, or an inspector shuts down the dish room, call us and we begin planning the replacement on that call. It helps to have the unit's make, your available power, and the site address ready.
Frequently asked questions
How do winter storms affect delivery to Maxwell?
I-25 in northeastern New Mexico can close for snow, ice, or high wind, sometimes for several hours. NMDOT posts closures and camera views on NMRoads. Build in extra time for winter dispatch and confirm road status shortly before the trailer leaves.
Who issues food permits in Colfax County?
The New Mexico Environment Department runs the food program here, including temporary event applications. For an event on refuge land, also contact the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service about site rules. Confirm every approval before the trailer is booked.
Do you take emergency calls for Maxwell?
Yes, around the clock. Phone (888) 385-5513, tell us what failed and where your Maxwell site is, and we check availability from our Santa Fe warehouse and quote the delivery.
Does an inquiry reserve equipment?
No. We confirm availability, delivery time, and terms with you before anything is reserved.
Get a quote
Send what you know and a person will reply with availability and terms. It helps to have these ready:
- The job site city and state, and the delivery address if you have it.
- Your start date and how long you expect to need the trailer.
- How many people you serve per meal, and the type of service.
- Power available at the site (voltage, phase, amps) and water and wastewater connections.
- Where the trailer will sit, and any gate, slope, or overhead limits.
Emergency? Call (888) 385-5513. We answer 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.