1000 Gallon Propane Tank Underground (NEW)

Specifications: 1000 gallon propane tank specifications

• Water Capacity: 1000 Gallons

• Outside Diameter: 41″

• Head Type: Hemi

• Overall Length: 15′ 11″

• Riser Height: 6′ 3/16″

• Leg Width: 16 1/4″

• Leg Spacing: 9′ 0″

• Weight Empty: 1812 lbs.

• Size: 14 Inch x 40 Inch

1,000 Gallon Underground Propane Tank, New

Here’s what this tank is, so you know what you’re looking at. It’s a new steel propane tank, built to be buried in the ground. The 1,000 gallon figure is its water capacity, so it holds about 800 gallons of fuel. Underground tanks are coated and fitted with a dome, so only a small lid shows above the surface.

What people use it for

Buried tanks suit people who don’t want a big steel tank sitting in the yard. Large homes, farms, and businesses use them to feed heating, generators, and workshops. The steadier ground temperature also helps gas vaporize better when the weather turns freezing. Some buyers just like the look, since lawns, driveways, and play areas stay open.

The good points

Nothing big sits above ground, so vehicles and mowers can’t bump into it. Some areas allow smaller safety distances for buried tanks, so check yours. A new tank comes with a fresh coating, a clean nameplate, and no hidden wear. Steel tanks last for decades when the coating and anodes are kept in good shape.

The honest bits

Burying a tank is a big job, and it’s not something to try yourself. A licensed propane contractor should plan the hole, set the tank, and connect the lines.

Corrosion is the main enemy underground, so the coating matters a great deal. Ask about the coating type and thickness, and whether sacrificial anodes come with it. Anodes are metal pieces that corrode first, so the steel lasts longer. They need testing every few years, and replacing when they wear out.

Water is the next problem, because an empty tank can float in wet ground. A high water table can push it up like a boat. Ask your contractor about hold-down straps and anchors before you dig.

Handle the tank carefully on arrival, since chips in the coating let rust start. Lift it by the lugs only, and never drag it or wrap chains around the shell. Check the coating, dome, and fittings for chips, dents, or leaks. A tank this size weighs several thousand pounds, so delivery needs a flatbed and a crane.

Ask for the ASME nameplate details and the maker’s data report in writing. New should mean unused, so check the build year, because tanks can sit in yards for years. Permits and distance rules differ by state and county, so ask your local office first.

If you run a business

If you run a propane dealership, farm supply store, or excavation firm, buried tanks sell steadily. Buying through a wholesale distributor usually brings your cost per unit down. You also get straight answers about coating, paperwork, and how tanks get delivered. Freight is the big cost with tanks this size, so ask about it before ordering.

That’s all we do really: tell you what we have, ship it, and let you decide.