New 60 lb Steel Propane Tank

A 60 lb propane tank holds roughly 14 gallons of propane when filled correctly, because propane weighs about 4.2 pounds per gallon. Cylinders are rated by pounds of propane capacity rather than by tank volume, which is why a “60 lb” tank and a “60 gallon” tank are completely different things. If you searched for a 60 gallon propane tank, this cylinder is very likely the product you actually want.

No, and the difference matters before you buy. This is a 60 pound cylinder, which holds around 14 gallons. A 60 gallon tank would be a much larger vessel, typically a permanently sited or ASME tank rather than a portable DOT cylinder. Sizing by pounds is the standard for portable propane cylinders.

Exact height, diameter and empty weight for this cylinder are listed in the specifications on this page. As a class, a 60 lb cylinder is a mid-to-large portable size: taller and heavier than the familiar 20 lb barbecue bottle, and still movable by one person when empty. Check the listed height if it has to fit inside a cabinet or a tank enclosure.

The 20 lb is the standard grill bottle, the 30 and 40 lb are common on RVs and food carts, the 60 lb suits heavier or longer-running use, and the 100 lb is a stationary-scale cylinder that is difficult to move when full. Fill cost per pound generally improves with size while handling gets harder. Choose the largest size you can comfortably transport and refill.

It suits construction and site heating, larger cooking and catering setups, and alternative-fuel applications where a 20 or 30 lb bottle would need constant refilling. It is also used where a fixed tank is impractical but the run time of a large cylinder is needed. The body of this page lists the intended uses.

No. All cylinders ship empty for transport safety and must be filled by a propane supplier before first use. Take it to any propane dealer or refill station; this is a standard fill. Never attempt to transfer propane between cylinders yourself.

Overfill Prevention Device requirements apply to portable propane cylinders in common sizes, and refill stations in the United States will refuse to fill a cylinder that requires an OPD and does not have one. The valve fitted to this cylinder is listed in the specifications on this page. Confirm the valve type against what your filler requires before ordering.

Yes, provided the cylinder is within its requalification date and the valve meets current requirements. Refill by weight is standard for propane, so the filler will weigh the cylinder rather than fill to a pressure. They will check the date stamp before filling.

Portable DOT propane cylinders are requalified on a set interval from the manufacture date stamped on the collar, and then at intervals after that depending on the requalification method used. A propane dealer checks that stamp at every fill and will refuse an out-of-date cylinder. Buying new starts the interval fresh.

You own it outright. That matters with propane specifically, because cage-exchange programs swap your cylinder for another and commonly deliver less than a full fill. Owning and refilling by weight means you pay for the propane you actually receive.

For steady users, owning and refilling is usually cheaper per pound of propane than repeated exchanges, and the gap widens at larger sizes. The trade is the up-front cost of the cylinder. Occasional users with one grill may still prefer exchange for convenience.

Transport it upright and secured, never lying down, and never leave a propane cylinder in a closed vehicle or in direct sun. Store it outdoors, upright, on a firm level base and away from ignition sources and building openings. Close the valve fully whenever it is not in use, including when empty.

Forklift and RV applications usually require specific cylinder configurations, such as a liquid withdrawal tube and a particular valve and mounting arrangement, which are not interchangeable with a standard vapor-service upright cylinder. Check the required configuration for your equipment before ordering. Gas Cylinder Source lists forklift cylinders separately.

Standard upright propane cylinders supply vapor, which is what heaters, grills and most appliances need. Liquid withdrawal is a different configuration used by specific equipment, typically identified by a dip tube and a distinct valve. If your equipment requires liquid propane, confirm the configuration before ordering rather than assuming.