
Smeg FAB28RCR5UK 50’s Style Freestanding Fridge Right Hinge Cream
- 50s Style Fridge – Iconic Smeg freestanding fridge with cream gloss finish and chrome handle.
- 270 Litre Capacity – Spacious one door refrigerator with integrated 26 litre freezer cavity.
- Life Plus 0°C Drawer – Keeps meat and fish fresher for longer with dedicated low temperature storage.
- MultiFlow Cooling – Fan assisted cold air distribution for even fridge temperatures and reliable food preservation.
- Practical Performance – Electronic temperature control, LED interior light and automatic fridge defrost.
- Product Info
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Smeg FAB28RCR5UK cream fridge blends iconic 50’s style with fan-assisted cooling, a 0°C drawer and a compact internal freezer, making everyday food storage stylish and practical.
The Smeg FAB28RCR5UK 50’s Style Freestanding Fridge brings together retro design and practical food storage in a cream gloss finish. Designed with a fixed right hand hinge, this freestanding single-door fridge features a compact internal freezer cavity, fan-assisted refrigerator cooling and a range of thoughtful details that help keep groceries organised and fresh.
Iconic 50’s style in a cream finish
Finished in cream with a glossy surface, rounded curves and chrome detailing, the FAB28RCR5UK offers the unmistakable look of Smeg’s 50’s Style range. Chrome accents on the external handle, door shelf profiles, drawer profiles and glass shelf trim create a coordinated appearance throughout the appliance.
Fresh food storage with even cooling
The MultiFlow cooling system helps distribute cold air more evenly throughout the refrigerator, supporting consistent temperature and humidity levels for effective food storage. A dedicated LifePlus 0°C drawer is designed to preserve foods for longer, while the electronic temperature control allows you to adjust and monitor internal conditions with ease.
Inside, the fridge includes 2 adjustable glass shelves, 1 fruit and vegetable drawer on sliding rails, a glass crisper cover and bright LED internal lighting for clear visibility.
Practical door storage and freezer compartment
The inner door layout includes 1 door shelf with transparent cover, 1 adjustable door shelf with wire support and 1 bottle shelf with wire support, giving you flexible space for everyday essentials. The internal freezer cavity offers a 26 litre frozen food capacity with a 4-star freezing rating and a freezing capacity of 2.6kg per 24 hours.
Efficient performance for everyday use
This model uses a variable speed compressor and has an annual energy consumption of 130 kWh. It is rated Energy Class D under the new A-G energy label, and would have been rated A+++ on the previous scale. The total net volume is 270 litres, made up of 244 litres of chilled and unfrozen storage and 26 litres of frozen storage.
With an airborne acoustical noise emission class B, acoustic and visual door open alarm, automatic defrost in the refrigerator and manual defrost in the freezer, the FAB28RCR5UK is built for convenient day-to-day use.
Dimensions and installation information
The appliance measures 1530 x 601 x 728mm and has a net weight of 73.5kg. To allow the door to open properly when placed next to a wall or kitchen unit, a 175mm gap must be left on the hinged side. The product width with the door fully open is 926mm, and the depth with the door open at 90° is 1148mm.
Key specifications: Smeg FAB28RCR5UK, freestanding installation, right hinge position, cream gloss finish, steel sides, automatic fridge defrost, manual freezer defrost, LED fridge light, antibacterial gasket, 220-240V, 50/60Hz, nominal power 90W, cable length 180cm, EAN 8017709299101.
| Dimensions | 72.8 × 60.1 × 153 cm |
|---|---|
| Automatic Programmes | No |
| Brand | Smeg |
| Capacity | 270 |
| Colour Group | Beige |
| Smart Appliance | No |
| Door Opening | Right Hinge |
| Energy Efficiency Class | D |
| Noise Level | 35 |
| Variant | Freestanding |
| Warranty | 2 |
| SKU | FAB28RCR5UK |
| GTIN | 8017709299101 |
Type
- Product Family: Refrigerator
- Installation: Free Standing
- Category: One Door
- Cooling type: Fan assisted refrigerator, static freezer
- Defrost: Automatic for refrigerator, manual for freezer
- Hinge position: Right
- Hinge type: Standard
- EAN code: 8017709299101
Aesthetics
- Colour: Cream
- Finishing: Gloss
- Aesthetics: 50’s Style
- Design: Rounded
- Material: Heat-moulded
- Handle type: Fixed
- Handle: External
- Handle colour: Chrome
- Side material: Steel
- Side colour: Cream
- Door shelves profile colour: Chrome
- Drawers profile colour: Chrome
- Colour of glass shelf profile: Chrome
Refrigerator Compartment Features
- No. of adjustable shelves: 2
- Number of fruit and vegetables drawers: 1
- Type of crisper/vegetable drawers cover: On sliding rails
- Type of adjustable shelves: Glass
- Crisper Cover: Yes
- Type of crisper/vegetable drawers cover: Glass
- Life Plus zone-0°C: Yes
- Internal light in fridge: Yes
- Type of internal light (fridge): LED
Refrigerator Inner Door
- No. of door shelves with transparent cover: 1
- Number of adjustable door shelves: 1
- Adjustable door shelves with wire support: Yes
- No. of bottle shelves: 1
- Bottle shelves with wire support: Yes
Other Refrigerator Features
- MultiFlow: Yes
- Fan: Yes
Other Technical Features
- Door open alarm: Acoustic and visual
- Antibacterial Gasket: Yes
- Type of temperature control: Electronic
- No. of compressors: 1
- Type of compressor: Variable Speed Compressor
Performance / Energy Label New
- Annual energy consumption: 130 KWh/year
- Energy efficiency class: D
- Total volume: 270 l
- Sum of the volumes of the frozen compartment(s): 26 l
- Sum of the volumes of the chill compartment(s) and the unfrozen compartment(s): 244 l
- Airborne acoustical noise emission class: B
- Thaw time: 9 h
- 4 star – Freezing capacity: 2.6 Kg/24h
- Climatic class: SN, N, ST, T
- EEI: 79 %
Electrical Connection
- Nominal power: 90 W
- Voltage (V): 220-240 V
- Frequency (Hz): 50/60 Hz
- Power supply cable length: 180 cm
Logistic Information
- Dimensions: 1530x601x728 mm
- Width (mm): 601 mm
- Product width with maximum doors opening: 926 mm
- Product Height with feet: 1530 mm
- Depth without handle: 728 mm
- Product depth with handle: 732 mm
- Product depth with doors open at 90°: 1148 mm
- Net weight (kg): 73.500 kg
Frequently Asked Questions About the FAB28RCR5UK
What type of fridge is the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK?
The Smeg FAB28RCR5UK is a freestanding single-door fridge with a compact internal freezer compartment. It combines Smeg’s 50’s Style design with fan-assisted refrigerator cooling for everyday food storage.
Does the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK have a freezer compartment?
Yes. This model includes an internal 4-star freezer compartment with a 26 litre frozen food capacity. It is suitable for storing frozen essentials and has a freezing capacity of 2.6kg in 24 hours.
What is the total capacity of the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK?
The total net capacity is 270 litres. This is made up of 244 litres of fresh food storage and 26 litres in the internal freezer compartment, which makes it a good choice for households that want a full-height fridge with a small freezer space inside.
How does the MultiFlow cooling system help?
The MultiFlow system is designed to distribute cold air more evenly around the fridge compartment. With the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK, this helps support more consistent storage conditions across the cabinet.
Does this fridge include a drawer for meat, fish or dairy?
Yes. The Smeg FAB28RCR5UK includes a LifePlus 0°C drawer, which is designed to help preserve more delicate items such as meat, fish and dairy for longer.
How is the inside of the fridge laid out?
Inside, you get 2 adjustable glass shelves, 1 fruit and vegetable drawer on sliding rails, a glass crisper cover and LED internal lighting. The door layout includes 1 covered shelf, 1 adjustable door shelf and 1 bottle shelf with wire support for flexible everyday storage.
Is the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK right hand hinged?
Yes. This version has a fixed right hand hinge and a standard hinge type. It is designed to open from left to right when facing the appliance.
Does the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK need manual defrosting?
The refrigerator section defrosts automatically, while the internal freezer compartment is manual defrost. This means routine fridge maintenance is reduced, but the freezer cavity will still need occasional manual defrosting.
How energy efficient is the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK?
This model has a D energy rating under the current A to G energy label and an annual energy consumption of 130kWh. It also has a B noise emission class, so it is designed to run quietly in everyday use.
What are the dimensions of the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK?
The appliance measures 1530mm high, 601mm wide and 728mm deep. Depth with the handle is 732mm, the width with the door fully open is 926mm, and the depth at 90° door opening is 1148mm.
How much installation space should I allow next to a wall?
If the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK is positioned next to a wall or tall unit, a 175mm gap should be left on the hinged side so the door can open properly. This is worth factoring into your kitchen layout before ordering.
Who is the Smeg FAB28RCR5UK best suited to?
We would recommend this model for anyone looking for a statement retro-style fridge with practical day-to-day storage. With its full-height fridge space, internal freezer cavity, MultiFlow cooling and LifePlus 0°C drawer, it is a strong fit for style-led kitchens that still need useful everyday functionality.
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