Samsung RT70F18LASRAA dimensions and required opening

Name: Samsung RT70F18LASRAA
Brand: Samsung

28-inch classTop freezerStandard-depth

Checked against Samsung's documents, Oct 29, 2026

The opening it needs

Includes the gaps Samsung asks for.

Width31⅝″80.3 cm

Height≈68⅞″175 cm

Depth30⅝″77.8 cm

27⅝ in wide, but needs 31⅝ in with the side gaps
31⅞ in deep with handles: sticks out past counters
Next to a wall: leave 3¾ in on the hinge side

Check if it fits your space

Fit RT70F18LASRAA against your opening

Opening width (in)inThe space between the cabinets or walls on each side. Measure at the bottom, middle and top, and use the smallest.Opening height (in)inFrom the finished floor to the underside of the cabinet or ceiling above. Measure at the left, center and right, and use the smallest.Depth to the front edge of your countertop (in)inFrom the finished back wall to the front edge of the countertop beside the fridge. The fridge box and the gap behind it must fit within this; the doors and handles stand out in front.

How to measure your opening

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All measurements

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The fridge itself

Width	27⅝″70.2 cm
Height to top of case	≈66⅞″170 cm
Height to top of hinges	≈66⅞″170 cm
Depth, case only	28⅝″72.7 cm
Depth with doors, no handles	31⅞″81.0 cm
Depth with handles	≈31⅞″81.0 cm

Gaps Samsung asks for

Each side	2″5.1 cm
Above	2″5.1 cm
Behind	2″5.1 cm
Hinge side, next to a wall (doors to 90°)	3¾″9.5 cm
Hinge side, door fully open	Not published

With the doors open

From the back wall to the front of the open doors (90°)	57⅛″145 cm

calculated = worked out from Samsung's figures · Sources for every number · Report a wrong number

What owners say

Owners say the refrigerator is roomy and energy efficient, with consistent temperatures and food that stays cold. They also say it cools quickly and runs quietly. Opinions on the shelves and drawers are split, and slightly more owners report problems with the doors or seals than praise them.

Customers liked

Keeps food cold (84)Roomy inside (57)Looks great (39)Energy efficient (36)Fits well (33)Easy controls (23)

From Home Depot, Lowe's and Best Buy reviews, last 2 years. (Number) = owners who said it.

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How we checked

Most sizes and gaps come from Samsung's documents for this model. Not checked: delivery path, plumbing and power.

Every number with its source · How we verify · Why hinge height matters

Samsung documents

Confirm current manufacturer specifications and installation requirements before purchase or installation. ExactFit does not evaluate every delivery-path, plumbing, electrical, trim, floor, or door-swing condition.