The Chem-Tainer 160 Gallon Black Vertical Water Storage Tank (SKU TC2866IW-BLACK) is a tall, narrow vertical water storage tank that holds 160 gallons in a 28-inch by 28-inch footprint and stands 66 inches high. The black polyethylene wall is opaque and blocks light, which helps discourage algae growth, making it a practical choice for outdoor water storage, water hauling, rainwater holding, and rural water reserves where a compact base matters more than a short profile.
Will it work for your job?
This vertical tank is rated for liquids up to a 1.0 specific gravity, meaning it is built for water and water-weight fluids, not heavier chemicals. Filled to capacity, 160 gallons of water weighs about 1,334 pounds, and the maximum rated contents weight is 1,334 pounds, so size your stand, pad, or trailer for that load plus the tank itself. The round 28-inch footprint clears a standard 30-inch doorway and fits within a typical pickup bed for transport, while the 66-inch height keeps the base small where floor space is tight. If you are matching this size to your real draw and refill needs, the Tank Sizing Calculator and Tank Sizing Guide will help you right-size before you commit.
Fittings: confirm before you order
Outlet and bulkhead configuration is not specified in this listing, so do not assume a particular port size or gasket comes installed. Before ordering, call 866-418-1777 to confirm the fitting layout, port size, gasket, and bulkhead for this tank so your plumbing matches what arrives.
How it ships
This water storage tank ships LTL freight from the Hanford, California plant, quoted live to your ZIP code. Because tank freight is priced by destination and is never included in the list price, expect the shortest and lowest-cost lane for West Coast destinations near Hanford, and a longer haul with higher freight as the distance east increases. Use the Freight Cost Estimator for a quote to your ZIP, or call 866-418-1777 and we will quote it for you.
The mistake to avoid
The most common error on a tank this shape is underestimating the load on a narrow base. At a 28-inch diameter and 66 inches tall, a full 1,334-pound tank concentrates a lot of weight on a small footprint, so it must sit on a continuously supported, level surface, never on bare or uneven ground and never on a partial ring or a few blocks. The second mistake is pushing it past its rating: this is a 1.0 specific gravity water tank, so keep it to water-weight liquids and do not press it into heavier chemical duty it was not built for. If you are designing a rural fire-water reserve around storage like this, our guide on fire-water reservoir design covers sizing and placement, and the concrete pad sizing guide covers the foundation under it.
Ready to move on this vertical water storage tank? Get your freight quote to your ZIP with the Freight Cost Estimator or call 866-418-1777 to lock in your quote and ship date.
