120G Tank Dimension Options

shawnriv · 02/03/2015, 07:29 PM

Hello Everyone,

I am looking to upgrade to a 120G tank. I know the typical dimensions for a 120G is 48x24x24. I was wondering what other dimension options are there for that size tank? I would like something a little longer and shorter.

Thank you!

holdyourlight · 02/03/2015, 07:32 PM

How bout a 125G? 72" x 18" x 22"

KafudaFish · 02/03/2015, 07:35 PM

60 x 24 x 18

shawnriv · 02/03/2015, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by holdyourlight

How bout a 125G? 72" x 18" x 22"

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Originally Posted by KafudaFish

60 x 24 x 18

Definitely some great ideas. I would like to keep the depth of the tank 24 and maybe the height 20. Any idea where that would leave me in terms of length?

So... ? x 24 x 20

Is there an equation for this somewhere?

Rob6311 · 02/03/2015, 07:58 PM

I'm sure you can find a website that you can get one custom made. It might not be exactly 120 gallons but it'll fit where you want it to

D-Nak · 02/03/2015, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by shawnriv

Definitely some great ideas. I would like to keep the depth of the tank 24 and maybe the height 20. Any idea where that would leave me in terms of length?

So... ? x 24 x 20

Is there an equation for this somewhere?

http://www.reefcentral.com/index.php/tank-volume

shawnriv · 02/03/2015, 08:09 PM

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Originally Posted by D-Nak

http://www.reefcentral.com/index.php/tank-volume

Thank You Sir!

shawnriv · 02/03/2015, 08:32 PM

So...I'm thinking of a rimless 125G with these dimensions: 60x24x20.

What does everyone think? Is a tank that size awkwardly long?

whiteshark · 02/03/2015, 08:38 PM

I don't think it's awkwardly long no. It's actually pretty nice dimensions. If I had my choice I'd probably do something like 38 X 38 X 20 if it had to be 20 inches deep. If not I'd probably go 40 X 40 X 16, but I'm a sucker for tanks that are as wide as they are long, and are shallow. They present unique logistical challenges, though.

dbl · 02/03/2015, 09:06 PM

If you want volume and not at a computer, here it is:

Using inches: (L x W x H) / 231 = gallons

woodnaquanut · 02/04/2015, 09:25 AM

I have a 120g with the standard 48x24x24 dims.

If I had to do it again, I'd go with slightly less height. It's hard to get to the bottom without going armpit deep!

Yes, I am height and arm length challenged!

If you can reach the bottom it is a great form factor.

SGT_York · 02/04/2015, 12:49 PM

60*24*20 would look great. It keeps the width that really help you aquascape your corals, and gives you the added length for tangs.

A standard 125 is a bit odd shaped for a coral tank, but you can't go wrong with 24" wide.

mdt178 · 02/04/2015, 01:00 PM

another option 48x30x20

D-Nak · 02/04/2015, 01:41 PM

If you like short and wide, take a look at Elos tanks. If you get lucky you may even find a used one.

The closest for you would be the System 120XL, which is 126 gallons.

47.24″ x 31.5 ″ x 19.7″H

I've seen this tank in person and it looks really cool, and actually looks bigger than it is because of the front/back depth.

D-Nak · 02/04/2015, 02:09 PM

If you can go bigger, then the System 160XL is cool too. It's 200 gallons.

63″ x 31.5 ″ x 23.6″ H

dbl · 02/04/2015, 03:14 PM

I agree with Woodnaquanut above, as I too have a standard 120 (48x24x24) and it's difficult to reach the bottom. Great width for aquascaping but at 20" in depth, it would be much easier to reach the bottom without getting so wet!

shawnriv · 02/04/2015, 06:29 PM

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Originally Posted by SGT_York

60*24*20 would look great. It keeps the width that really help you aquascape your corals, and gives you the added length for tangs.

A standard 125 is a bit odd shaped for a coral tank, but you can't go wrong with 24" wide.

What's the standard 125G dimensions? I plan on doing a mixed reef sort of dominated by SPS. I would say 65% SPS and 35% LPS.

02/03/2015, 07:29 PM	#1
shawnriv Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 185	120G Tank Dimension Options Hello Everyone, I am looking to upgrade to a 120G tank. I know the typical dimensions for a 120G is 48x24x24. I was wondering what other dimension options are there for that size tank? I would like something a little longer and shorter. Thank you!

02/03/2015, 08:38 PM	#9
whiteshark Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Bethlehem, PA Posts: 3,024	I don't think it's awkwardly long no. It's actually pretty nice dimensions. If I had my choice I'd probably do something like 38 X 38 X 20 if it had to be 20 inches deep. If not I'd probably go 40 X 40 X 16, but I'm a sucker for tanks that are as wide as they are long, and are shallow. They present unique logistical challenges, though. __________________ Deep Blue 60 gallon cube: Setup in progress.

02/04/2015, 09:25 AM	#11
woodnaquanut Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Santa Rosa, CA Posts: 2,727	I have a 120g with the standard 48x24x24 dims. If I had to do it again, I'd go with slightly less height. It's hard to get to the bottom without going armpit deep! Yes, I am height and arm length challenged! If you can reach the bottom it is a great form factor. __________________ John DT 120G. mixed reef w/ lots of automation + assorted FW and SW tanks.

02/04/2015, 01:41 PM	#14
D-Nak Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 5,797	If you like short and wide, take a look at Elos tanks. If you get lucky you may even find a used one. The closest for you would be the System 120XL, which is 126 gallons. 47.24″ x 31.5 ″ x 19.7″H I've seen this tank in person and it looks really cool, and actually looks bigger than it is because of the front/back depth. __________________ Tank info: 120 gallon 48x30x20 high DT. Clownfish breeding rack in full swing: C-Quest Onyx, Bali Aquarich P1 Picasso + Rod's Onyx, wild percula + Rod's Onyx.

02/04/2015, 02:09 PM	#15
D-Nak Registered Member Join Date: May 2001 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 5,797	If you can go bigger, then the System 160XL is cool too. It's 200 gallons. 63″ x 31.5 ″ x 23.6″ H __________________ Tank info: 120 gallon 48x30x20 high DT. Clownfish breeding rack in full swing: C-Quest Onyx, Bali Aquarich P1 Picasso + Rod's Onyx, wild percula + Rod's Onyx.

02/03/2015, 07:32 PM	#2
holdyourlight Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Knoxville, Tennessee Posts: 984	How bout a 125G? 72" x 18" x 22"

02/03/2015, 07:35 PM	#3
KafudaFish Cyprinius carpio Join Date: Mar 2004 Posts: 4,496	60 x 24 x 18

02/03/2015, 07:58 PM	#5
Rob6311 Registered Member Join Date: May 2014 Posts: 704	I'm sure you can find a website that you can get one custom made. It might not be exactly 120 gallons but it'll fit where you want it to

02/03/2015, 08:32 PM	#8
shawnriv Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2013 Location: Rhode Island Posts: 185	So...I'm thinking of a rimless 125G with these dimensions: 60x24x20. What does everyone think? Is a tank that size awkwardly long?

02/03/2015, 09:06 PM	#10
dbl Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: SW Florida Posts: 258	If you want volume and not at a computer, here it is: Using inches: (L x W x H) / 231 = gallons

02/04/2015, 12:49 PM	#12
SGT_York Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: Washington State Posts: 1,746	602420 would look great. It keeps the width that really help you aquascape your corals, and gives you the added length for tangs. A standard 125 is a bit odd shaped for a coral tank, but you can't go wrong with 24" wide.

02/04/2015, 01:00 PM	#13
mdt178 Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2004 Posts: 655	another option 48x30x20

02/04/2015, 03:14 PM	#16
dbl Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: SW Florida Posts: 258	I agree with Woodnaquanut above, as I too have a standard 120 (48x24x24) and it's difficult to reach the bottom. Great width for aquascaping but at 20" in depth, it would be much easier to reach the bottom without getting so wet! __________________ David Current Tank Info: 120 Gallon Peninsula - My First Saltwater Adventure