Tank Sizes and Usage
Water Capacity (Tank Size) | Diameter (OD) Inches | Overall Length | Overall Height | Leg Width | Leg Spacing | Weight (lbs.) Empty |
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120 Gallon | 30” | 2.5 ft | 4 ft - 7 in | 1.8 ft | Foot Ring | 260 |
250 Gallon | 30” | 7 ft 10 in | 3 ft - 6 in | 1 ft 5 in | 5 ft | 480 |
320-330 Gallon | 30” | 9 ft 7 in | 3 ft - 6 in | 1 ft - 5 in | 5 ft | 620 |
500 Gallon | 37½” | 10 ft | 4 ft | 1 ft 8 in | 5 ft | 950 |
1000 Gallon | 41” | 16 ft | 4 ft 3 in | 1 ft 8 in | 10 ft 1 in | 1800 |
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120 Gallon
A standard 120-gallon is primarily designed for one or two lower usage appliances. They are designed for hot water heaters, fireplaces, gas range, dryer, or space heating/ supplemental heating for homes. These may sit next to the home.
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250 Gallon
A 250-gallon horizontal propane tank can support a couple of appliances such as a clothes dryer, fireplace, and stove, and is sufficient for a space heating system in smaller- modest-sized homes. These must be 10 ft away from the structure.
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330 Gallon
Designed for Moderate usage and a perfect compromise between a 250 G and a 500 G tank. The 330 G tank is the perfect fuel source for backup generators, multiple appliances, and heating on modest sized homes. These must be 10 ft away from the structure.
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500 Gallon
Designed for more than moderate consumption. This is for whole house propane usage with multiple appliances and heating. Designed for larger homes or commercial applications. Utilization must qualify for a 500 G tank. These must be 10 ft away from the structure.
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1000 Gallon
1000 G tanks are typically reserved for industrial or commercial applications. These may be appropriate for very large homes with whole home propane use. These must be 25 ft away from the structure.