I have a 40 gallon breeder that has been going well for 6 months now and I wish I would have purchased something a little larger. Someone has listed their 110 gallon tank, stand, canopy, light (not sure what kind, I have not seen it in person yet), sump, and protein skimmer for $300. Seems almost too good t be true but he says everything works and no leaks. I’d like to have a Tang tank (yellow, purple, and maybe a blue hippo) as well as a few other fish and some choral. So is this size appropriate for this fish wish list and would you pull the trigger on this tank? When I go look at the tank, what should I look for (warning signs, etc)? What should I ask?
Used 110 gallon tank?
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LBReefer
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That looks like a tall, narrow tank. I'd encourage you to look for something no deeper than 24 inches. I've found quite a few 100 gallon tanks online for $100. Building a stand isn't that challenging - you can find many examples on R2R.
Marco S
Always Learning
That tank may be alright for a Yellow Tang and a Purple Tang, but it will be too small for a Hippo. Do you know how long it is? It looks like it's only 4 foot. I would go with at least a 6 foot 200 gallon for a Blue Hippo if you intend to keep it for it's entire life span. A Tomini, or other Bristletooth would be a better fit for that tank.
That being said, depending on the size of the fish when you buy it, you may have several years before they get to the point where they are too big. They would be fine in a tank that size for that period, as long as you plan on upgrading to a bigger tank as they grow. I have a Blue Hippo in a 6 foot 160 gallon tank, but I will be upgrading to a 300+ in the next year. So technically the tank it is in right now is too small for a full grown Hippo, but it is perfect for it now and probably the next few years, (although it is growing very fast and eats like a pig).
You also have to take into account "Tang Aggression". I would not put too many tangs, (regardless of their size) in a 4 foot tank. The less space they have to swim and hide the more aggressive they will be.
That being said, depending on the size of the fish when you buy it, you may have several years before they get to the point where they are too big. They would be fine in a tank that size for that period, as long as you plan on upgrading to a bigger tank as they grow. I have a Blue Hippo in a 6 foot 160 gallon tank, but I will be upgrading to a 300+ in the next year. So technically the tank it is in right now is too small for a full grown Hippo, but it is perfect for it now and probably the next few years, (although it is growing very fast and eats like a pig).
You also have to take into account "Tang Aggression". I would not put too many tangs, (regardless of their size) in a 4 foot tank. The less space they have to swim and hide the more aggressive they will be.
I started to type a bunch of stuff but realized I should first ask:
Is this for fish only? Or do you want to keep corals too?
If fish only, what the heck. Do it.
If you want to keep a reef (with coral) I would suggest you look at stuff that is built for the purpose.
For fish only live rock (FOWLR) it is tempting at that price I must say. But as others have said that depth will be very challenging for maintenance at the bottom. The front to back also makes aquascaping... harder.
To go beyond FOWLR there are some essential mods that will need to be made like that sump wet/dry setup and lighting just for starters.
What do you want to be able to do with this system?
Is this for fish only? Or do you want to keep corals too?
If fish only, what the heck. Do it.
If you want to keep a reef (with coral) I would suggest you look at stuff that is built for the purpose.
For fish only live rock (FOWLR) it is tempting at that price I must say. But as others have said that depth will be very challenging for maintenance at the bottom. The front to back also makes aquascaping... harder.
To go beyond FOWLR there are some essential mods that will need to be made like that sump wet/dry setup and lighting just for starters.
What do you want to be able to do with this system?
arturoo1977
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I think its a good deal for $300.
+1 on the deep and narrow tank, its not easy to work with. You tell me....
I also got it on a deal, custom made (for someone else). For anything, except cleaning the glass, I need a ladder or step. Aquascaping is difficult.
+1 on the deep and narrow tank, its not easy to work with. You tell me....
I also got it on a deal, custom made (for someone else). For anything, except cleaning the glass, I need a ladder or step. Aquascaping is difficult.
I had OceanRevive T-247's over my 110. I could grow monticaps on the sand.
The depth of the tank was its beauty (to me)
The tank I posted in the pic is the same as the one you posted.
I loved that tank. My new 180 gallon is the same depth.
I would buy it again at that price.
Don't let others who have not dealt with a deep tank scare you off.
Ive dealt with it and there is nothing scary or more difficult about it.
The depth of the tank was its beauty (to me)
The tank I posted in the pic is the same as the one you posted.
I loved that tank. My new 180 gallon is the same depth.
I would buy it again at that price.
Don't let others who have not dealt with a deep tank scare you off.
Ive dealt with it and there is nothing scary or more difficult about it.
sp1187
bird flu antidote
it looks to be a 110 Tall. 48x18x30.
My first reef tank. loved it.
My new setup is a 150 Tall. 48x24x30. Love it even more.
Lighting isn't an issue.
Reaching the bottom you will need a step ladder and tongs.
My opinions:
The trade off of reach for swim height is worth it.
The biggest issue in my 110 was the scape.
18" front to back isn't a lot of room depending on scape design and coral selection.
If you do purchase it, leak test it in your garage before moving it indoors.
My first reef tank. loved it.
My new setup is a 150 Tall. 48x24x30. Love it even more.
Lighting isn't an issue.
Reaching the bottom you will need a step ladder and tongs.
My opinions:
The trade off of reach for swim height is worth it.
The biggest issue in my 110 was the scape.
18" front to back isn't a lot of room depending on scape design and coral selection.
If you do purchase it, leak test it in your garage before moving it indoors.
