The Chem-Tainer 250 gallon vertical liquid storage tank in green is a polyethylene vertical tank built for steady liquid storage where a compact footprint matters. It stands 68 inches tall on a 35 x 35 inch base, holding 250 gallons in a single upright cylinder. The green color is a cosmetic and visibility choice; it carries the same 250-gallon capacity and 1.5 specific gravity rating as the other color options, so spec it on weight and dimensions, not the shade.
Will it work for your liquid?
Match the tank to the weight it will actually carry. Filled with water, this vertical storage tank holds about 2,085 pounds of contents; at its full 1.5 specific gravity rating, contents can reach roughly 3,128 pounds. Plan the slab, ring, or skid for the heavier of those two numbers, not the empty weight. The 35 x 35 inch footprint with a 68 inch height makes it a tall, narrow vertical tank, so a level, fully supported base is essential to keep the load even and the tank stable. Use the Tank Sizing Calculator and the Tank Sizing Guide to confirm this 250 gallon vertical tank fits your space and volume before you commit. Confirm the port and outlet configuration before ordering — the layout is shown on the technical drawing on this page, or call 866-418-1777 and we will verify the fittings on this storage tank for you.
The mistake to avoid: sizing to water, not to your liquid
The most common error on a vertical storage tank like this is sizing the foundation and fittings to water weight when the stored liquid is denser. This tank is rated to 1.5 specific gravity, meaning it is built to hold liquids up to one and a half times the density of water. If your liquid sits above that 1.5 rating, this is not the right tank for the job. Confirm your liquid's specific gravity first, then build the support to the 1.5-rating contents weight so nothing is undersized. If you need a tank rated above 1.5, call 866-418-1777 and we will point you to a higher-rated vessel.
Freight: how this tank ships
This 250 gallon green vertical tank ships LTL freight from the nearest Chem-Tainer plant, either Bensenville, IL or Hummelstown, PA, whichever is closer to you. Midwest and Northeast addresses tend to get the best LTL rates off these two plants; West and Southwest buyers should expect longer lanes, so run your ZIP through the Freight Cost Estimator before committing, or call 866-418-1777 for a live quote. If you are weighing this against larger sizes or other brands, our Snyder vs Norwesco vs Chem-Tainer vertical storage tank comparison walks through the trade-offs, and our 250 gallon vertical liquid storage tank guide covers another 250-gallon configuration with a different footprint. Questions on fit, freight, or specifications? Call 866-418-1777.
