550-gallon grey IBC tote tank built for non-potable water and general liquid storage. Manufactured by Snyder Industries from virgin linear polyethylene (HDPE) rated to handle liquids up to 8.3 pounds per gallon. Translucent white walls allow visual level monitoring without opening the tank and reflect sunlight to keep contents cooler.
The 550 Gallon Jet-A Liquitote Aviation JET A Fuel Tank is designed for farms, ranches, small businesses, and residential properties needing reliable mid-range liquid storage. The 550-gallon capacity hits the sweet spot for non-potable water and general liquid storage — large enough to be genuinely useful, compact enough to install without heavy equipment or specialized foundations.
Constructed from virgin linear polyethylene (HDPE) using a single-piece rotational molding process that eliminates seams, weld lines, and potential leak points. Rated for liquids at 1.0 specific gravity (8.3 pounds per gallon), this tank is optimized for water storage with wall thickness calibrated for standard water weight. Translucent white walls allow visual level monitoring without opening the tank and reflect sunlight to keep contents cooler. UV stabilizers are compounded directly into the resin — not a surface coating — for outdoor service life that lasts the full warranty period and beyond.
This tank measures 42 inches long by 48 inches wide and 78 inches tall, requiring 14.0 square feet of level ground. Empty weight is 665 pounds. At full capacity with a 1.0 SG liquid, expect approximately 5,252 pounds on the foundation. Requires a reinforced concrete pad designed for the full loaded weight, with at least 6 inches of compacted gravel sub-base. Place on a firm, level surface free of rocks or sharp objects that could damage the tank bottom. Ensure adequate ventilation if stored chemicals produce vapors.
Factory-installed fittings include a 2" outlet and a 2" inlet, both with NPT threading for direct connection to standard schedule 40 or schedule 80 PVC, polypropylene, or stainless steel plumbing. The 22" lid opening provides ample access for interior inspection, cleaning, and installation of float switches, level sensors, or submersible pumps. Use schedule 80 PVC or stainless steel bulkhead fittings on the 2" NPT connections. Install a full-port ball valve and consider a Y-strainer to protect downstream equipment.
Snyder Industries has been a leader in polyethylene tank manufacturing for over 60 years. Their Lincoln, Nebraska facility produces tanks using advanced rotational molding processes with rigorous quality control at every step. Backed by the Snyder Industries manufacturer warranty — contact us for specific terms and coverage details. Certified: 2285,2282. Every tank is inspected before it leaves the production floor — and we inspect it again before it ships from our facility.
- 550-gallon capacity — sized for non-potable water and general liquid storage
- Constructed from virgin linear polyethylene (HDPE) with 1.0 specific gravity rating — handles liquids up to 8.3 lbs/gal
- 42" long x 48" wide x 78" tall
- 665 lbs empty, approximately 5,252 lbs when full at rated specific gravity
- 2" NPT outlet fitting — factory installed and leak-tested
- 2" NPT inlet fitting included
- 22" lid opening for fill, venting, and interior access
- Translucent white walls allow visual level monitoring without opening the tank and reflect sunlight to keep contents cooler
- Seamless one-piece rotational molding — no seams, no welds, no leak points
- Manufactured by Snyder Industries — a leading name in rotomolded polyethylene tanks
- Place on a firm, level surface free of rocks or sharp objects that could damage the tank bottom. Ensure adequate ventilation if stored chemicals produce vapors
- Ships via LTL freight — allow 2-3 weeks for delivery. Lift gate and residential delivery available at additional cost
