New build. Tank size option.

[Xombie2000]

I’m trying to decide between 2 tank sizes. 48x48x12 and a custom 60x24x16 or 18 from glass cages. Could you all give me pros and cons?

 

[JC1977]

IMO unless you’re planing on doing more of a frat tank the 12” height wouldn’t make for a nice display. I’d go with the 60x24x16 or 18 as this will give you lots of options for fish and rock scape!

 

[salty150]

Longer is always better (as long as it is wide enough also - which yours is) if you are going to have fish...

 

[Terry Le]

12” high is kind of low for fish. In tha other hand 48x48x24h would be awesome and then again depends on the location of the tank

 

[FishyDP]

Is this going to be a display tank or frag tank?

If display tank , I would definitely go with the 16" high option as you will have a bigger display to enjoy. I would go with 18" high if you have the option, even 16" is a little shallow for a display tank imo. You will also be able to have taller rock structures, and more length/height for the fish to swim.

If using as a frag tank I would go with the 12" high option, as you will be able to fit more frags with a bigger footprint. You will be limited in how many/type of fish you can keep long term with this option.

Really depends on how you intend to use the tank.

 

[Xombie2000]

I’d love 48x48x24 it’s just pricey!

 

[Xombie2000]

Is this going to be a display tank or frag tank?

If display tank , I would definitely go with the 16" high option as you will have a bigger display to enjoy. I would go with 18" high if you have the option, even 16" is a little shallow for a display tank imo. You will also be able to have taller rock structures, and more length/height for the fish to swim.

If using as a frag tank I would go with the 12" high option, as you will be able to fit more frags with a bigger footprint.

Really depends on how you intend to use the tank.

It’s going to be display that I’m going plumb a frag tank to.