Kid-Friendly Guide to 100-Gallon Gas Transfer Tanks

Hey kids! Do you help your mom or dad on the farm or at a big job site? Do they ever need to move lots of diesel fuel around? Maybe they need to fill up big farm equipment or trucks. Well, a 100-gallon transfer tank is like a GIANT gas can you can put in a truck! Let’s learn all about them! We will use simple works so it’s easy for kids like you!

Hook: Ever seen a really, really big gas can in the back of a truck? That’s probably a 100-gallon transfer tank! They’re super helpful for people who work on farms or with big machines.

What is a 100-Gallon Transfer Tank?

Think of it like this: Your car has a gas tank, right? Well, sometimes people need to carry extra fuel. A 100-gallon transfer tank is a big, strong container that holds 100 gallons of liquid, like diesel fuel.You can’t just use any old container, oh no! These tanks are special.

Why 100 Gallons?

Why so big? Well, imagine if you’re a farmer and your tractor runs out of gas in the middle of a HUGE field. You don’t want to drive a tiny gas can all the way out there. 100 Gallons it will help in those type of situations. A 100-gallon tank lets you fill up the tractor many times without going back to the gas station.It saves time and makes work go faster!

Hook: These tanks aren’t just big; they’re like super-strong boxes for fuel, built to keep everyone safe!

What are These Tanks Made Of?

These are like superhero containers that will help with any situation:

Steel Transfer Tanks: Some are made of super tough steel.Think of the strongest metal you know – that’s what these are! They are heavy-duty and can handle bumps and scrapes.
Aluminum Transfer Tanks: Others are made of aluminum, which is like steel’s lighter cousin.It’s still strong, but it’s not as heavy. This can be good for some trucks.
Military-grade polymer tanks: plastic, but not like your toys! Cross-linked HDPE material. This is the same plastic as the army.

These tanks aren’t for anything.
Remember, most are for DIESEL ONLY!

Hook: Want to know the secret to moving all that fuel? It’s all about the PUMP!

How Does the Fuel Get Out? The Pump!

You can’t just tip over a 100-gallon tank – it’s way too heavy! That’s where a fuel pump comes in. It’s like a little engine that sucks the fuel out of the tank and pushes it through a hose.

Fast-Flow Fuel Transfer: Some pumps are super speedy! They can move fuel at 8, 15, or even 20 gallons every minute!That’s like filling up a bathtub super, super fast.
You can learn more about the different fuel flow rates for fuel transfer hoses here: Fuel Truck – 12.6m³ Diesel Engine.
UL-Listed Transfer Pumps: The best pumps have a special sticker that says “UL Listed.” This means it has so many tests and is very to use.

Hook: These tanks aren’t like regular boxes – they have special features to keep the fuel and the people around them safe.

Special Features of a 100-Gallon Fuel Transfer Tank

Lockable fuel tank caps: These tanks have special parts to make sure they are safe, and the liquid stays inside.
Baffle Designs: Imagine shaking a bottle of water. The water sloshes around, right? Fuel tank baffle designs inside the tank stop the fuel from sloshing too much. This keeps the truck stable.
Rectangular liquid storage tanks: Fuel tank shaped like a big box means they will fit in the truck bed.
Fuel Tank Venting Systems: These let air in and out so the tank doesn’t get too much pressure inside.
Pressure Relief: Some tanks have so much pressure.
Heavy duty transfer tank mounts: These are the mounts that keep the tank in place in the truck.
Fuel tank reinforcement ribs and brackets: These brackets help things strong so they do not move around.

Staying Safe:

Transfer tanks are safe if they are well made, inspected by others, and used in a way that is safe for the enviroment.

Important Safety Rule: These tanks are usually NOT for gasoline! Gasoline is super flammable and needs extra-special tanks. Always, always check what the tank is made for!

You can learn more about DOT-compliant fuel transport here.

Hook: Let’s look at some real-life examples of these tanks to see how awesome they are!

Real-Life Examples & Stats

Let’s look at some real 100-gallon transfer tanks and see what makes them special!

What We Look For	Cool Facts	Example Products
How Strong is it?	Some have robust ribbing to make it extra sturdy!	Titan 5015100
Safe on the Road?	A steel transfer tank might be 100 percent pressure tested to make sure it doesn’t leak.	Better Built 29235097, Weather Guard 358-5-02
Heavy or Light?	A steel tank might be made of 14-gauge steel. Aluminum can be .125″ thick.	Weather Guard 358-3-02 / UWS TT-100HH
Super-Fast Pump?	You can get a 20 GPM Fill-Rite Transfer Pump that’s REALLY fast!	Better Built BB100S-FR20
No Spills?	A vented filler cap means it keeps fuel safe.	Weather Guard 358-3-02 , UWS hammerhead-style transfer tank
What can it use?	Diesel fuel and hydraulic fluid. (But most say NO GASOLINE!)	Better Built series
Fits in My Truck?	The hammerhead-style fits. UWS TT-100HH, low-profile transfer tanks**
Helps on the Farm?	You might not have to drive to a gas station.	Titan / Better Built
Works in Any Weather?	Good in very cold or very hot weather.	Titan 5015100 / Better Built
How Much Does it Cost?	Steel tanks can cost between $1,100 and $1,500. Aluminum tanks may cost more.	UWS TT-100HH / Better Built

Cool Stats!

A steel tank might leak less than 0.5% of the time after being tested!
Using fast 20 GPM pumps makes things SO much faster!
The best can auxiliary fuel storage can hold 100-gallon in bed fuel storage

Where to Buy a Fuel Transfer Tank

Many big stores that sell truck parts and farm supplies will have these tanks. Some examples include:

Lowe’s
Tractor Supply
Amazon
Sometimes, a company that makes special trucks, might also sell these tanks. Check out this website that sells trucks: High-Capacity Carbon Steel Refueling Truck

Other places to buy:

Westech Equipment
Fastline marketplace
XDP (Xtremediesel)

Remember to always check with a grown-up before buying anything! They can help you pick the right tank and make sure it’s safe for your truck. They can also check for a fuel tank warranty to make sure everything will work!