Floor supports?

[Dstngc74]

i am in the process of getting my late fathers old 72 gallon bow front setup. Right now I am just in the purchasing stage. I will be running a 20gallon sump.

My question is, is this tank large enough to require floor supports? I would really like to put it upstairs in my bonus room, but if I am going to need to support it underneath I need to find a home for it down stairs.

Any input is greatly appreciated.

 

[melypr1985]

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[kschweer]

@redfishbluefish should be able to help. A little more info may also be needed. Will the tank sit parallel or perpendicular to the joists? Will it be up against a wall and is the wall load bearing?

 

[Dstngc74]

It will be up against s load bearing wall, but will sit parallel to the joists not perpendicular unfortunately.

 

[eatbreakfast]

72g tank should be fine with out floor supports. Think of the weight being dispersed across the whole foot print, it will come to around 200lbs a square foot, which is about equivelent to a six foot man standing with his feet together. Can your floor support 4 full grown men? If so, it can support the tank.