Our horizontal and vertical tank sizes, by diameter
Every tank we build sits on one of seven diameters, with length or height set by capacity. Check the dimensions before you excavate or book a crane.
- 7 standard diameters
- Horizontal and vertical
- 2,000 to 100,000 L
- Any capacity in between
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How to read the tables
We build on seven diameters: 1.20, 1.50, 1.80, 2.00, 2.40, 3.00 and 3.50 m. Each diameter covers a band of capacities set by the length of a horizontal tank or the height of a vertical one.
Figures come from our size tables and are approximate. Capacities between the listed figures are built too, such as 6,500 litres at 1.20 m diameter, and exact dimensions are on the drawing supplied with the quotation on request.
Horizontal tanks (buried or above ground)
| Diameter | Capacities | Approx. length |
|---|---|---|
| 1.20 m | 3,000 – 5,000 L | 2.6 – 4.5 m |
| 1.50 m | 5,000 – 12,000 L | 2.9 – 6.7 m |
| 1.80 m | 8,000 – 18,000 L | 3.0 – 7.2 m |
| 2.00 m | 10,000 – 25,000 L | 3.3 – 8.0 m |
| 2.40 m | 15,000 – 30,000 L | 3.4 – 6.5 m |
| 3.00 m | 30,000 – 60,000 L | 4.5 – 8.8 m |
| 3.50 m | 50,000 – 100,000 L | 4.3 – 10.5 m |
Vertical tanks
Example from production: a 75,000-litre vertical tank, 3.50 m in diameter and 8 m tall.
| Diameter | Capacities | Approx. height |
|---|---|---|
| 1.20 m | 2,000 – 3,000 L | 1.95 – 2.7 m |
| 1.50 m | 4,000 – 6,000 L | By capacity |
| 1.80 m | 5,000 – 11,000 L | 2.2 – 4.5 m |
| 2.00 m | 10,000 – 15,000 L | By capacity |
| 2.40 m | 15,000 – 30,000 L | By capacity |
| 3.00 m | 30,000 – 50,000 L | By capacity |
| 3.50 m | 50,000 – 100,000 L | 5.6 – 10.8 m |
Common capacities and the standard tank specification
The standard buried tank has a 50 cm inspection manhole, 2-inch and 1-inch inlets and outlets with vents, and a lifting lug for crane placement. Before ordering, check the pit length, the headroom for a vertical tank, and truck and crane access to the site.
- 3,000 L: 1.20 m diameter, about 2.60 m long.
- 5,000 L: 1.20 m × 4.50 m, or 1.50 m × 2.90 m.
- 8,000 L: 1.80 m × 3.00 m.
- 10,000 L: 1.80 m × 4.00 m, with an 18 mm wall.
- 20,000 L: 2.00 m × 6.50 m.
- 30,000 L: 3.00 m × 4.50 m.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dimensions of a 10,000-litre tank?
The standard horizontal tank is about 1.80 m in diameter and 4.00 m long. It can also be built at 2.00 m diameter and shorter, or 1.50 m diameter and longer.
What are the dimensions of a 5,000-litre tank?
Horizontal, about 1.20 m × 4.50 m, or 1.50 m × 2.90 m.
How tall is a vertical tank?
At 1.20 m diameter, 1.95 to 2.7 m for 2,000 to 3,000 litres; at 1.80 m diameter, 2.2 to 4.5 m for 5,000 to 11,000 litres.
Are these dimensions final?
They are approximate figures from our tables. Exact dimensions for your tank are on the drawing supplied with the quotation on request.
What is the largest tank you make?
Our tables reach 100,000 litres, horizontal and vertical, at 3.50 m diameter. Larger capacities are reviewed on request.
Related pages
Custom fabrication
Any capacity on 7 diameters, with a dimensioned drawing.
Large-capacity tanks
20,000 litres and up for buildings and projects, with drawings, delivery and placement.
Vertical water tanks
Small footprint for yards and roofs, no rust, from 2,000 litres.
Tank sizing guide
The method, a table and examples for villas, buildings, mosques and rest houses.
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