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Propane Tank Sizes

Tank Information

The following are sizes and specifications of some of our most commonly used propane cylinders and tanks for residential and small commercial applications. Propane tank dimensions and capacities may vary by manufacturer.

20 lb. Cylinder

4.6 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
12” DIAMETER X 18” H

Ideal Use: Propane grills, generators, patio heaters, and other outdoor equipment.

Distance/Position: We do not install 20 lb. cylinders but recommend keeping them at least 5 feet from any structure

33 lb. Tank

8 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
12” DIAMETER X 24” H

Ideal Use: Liquid draws. Most commonly used to operate propane powered forklifts and other propane autogas-fueled vehicles

Distance/Position: Attached to the machinery it will power in the horizontal position.

100 lb. Tank

~25 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
18” DIAMETER X 48” H

Ideal Use: Home fireplaces, cooking, dryers, barbecues, and commercial temporary heat on job sites

Distance/Position: The minimum distance from a door or window into a building is 3 feet. The minimum distance from the source of ignition is 5 feet.

200 lb. Tank

57 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
24” DIAMETER X 43” H

Ideal Use: Residential businesses that only need to power 1-2 small appliances

Distance/Position: Can be placed against a building and more

120 Gallon Tank

120 Gallon (420 lb.) Cylinder

96 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
30’’ DIAMETER X 54.5” H

Ideal Use: Residential uses other than primary home heating, including water heaters, fireplaces, pool heaters, and auxiliary heaters

Distance/Position: Cylinders can be placed against a building and more

250 Gallon Tank

250 Gallon Tank

200 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
30” DIAMETER X 7’10” LONG

Ideal Use: Moderate propane uses, such as a clothes dryer, fireplace, and stove—also sufficient for a heating system for smaller homes

Distance/Position: 10 feet from any building

325 Gallon Tank

325 Gallon Tank

260 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
30″ DIAMETER X 10′ LONG

Ideal Use: Commonly used for residential and small commercial heating applications, or where a higher BTU load is required for multiple uses

Distance/Position: 10 feet from any building

500 Gallon Tank

500 Gallon Tank

400 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
37.5″ DIAMETER X 9′11″ LONG

Ideal Use: Commonly used for residential and small commercial heating applications, or where a higher BTU load is required for multiple uses

Distance/Position:Tanks must be installed at least 10 feet from any building

1000 Gallon Tank

1,000 Gallon Tank

800 GAL. LPG CAPACITY
41″ DIAMETER X 16′2″ LONG

Ideal Use: Usually specified for commercial or agricultural operations with high volume usage and very high BTU loads

Distance/Position: Must be installed at least 25 feet from any building

Above Ground Tanks

Costs Less

An above ground tank can reliably and affordably provide your fuel needs.

Easy Installation

We make propane installation simple. No digging required.

Maintenance & Service

Easy to maintain and service because of their location above ground.

Underground Tank

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Unobtrusive

An underground propane tank won’t take up valuable lawn space.

Discreet

Keep your tank hidden from view by choosing an underground tank.

Temperature Resistant

By their placement underground, these tanks are better insulated from freezing weather conditions.

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