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wayner
12-18-2002, 08:27 PM
Trying to decide on my next Tank, I like the dimensions of the 120 - 48X24X24 perfect midsize reef tank, but I also like the longer look of the 112 5 feet is nice, might be able to get an extra fish or two with the extra length.

Lighting won't be a problem, 2 400W Radiums will cover both.

The space I have will work with either of these tanks, a 6 foot tank is out.

Anyone have any suggestions or expierence with either of these tanks?, Pros, Cons.

112 Gal. 5 ft L - 18"W - 24" H

120 Gal. 4 ft L - 24"W - 24" H

Thanks

Canadian Man
12-18-2002, 08:30 PM
My 90g is 48x18x24 and I sure wish I had the extra depth of 24" instead of 18" .
I would do the 120g

Dresden
12-18-2002, 08:37 PM
i aws in a similar delema(sp?) and went with the wider tank, you will regret not picking the 24" wide tank eventually.

Delphinus
12-18-2002, 09:31 PM
Yeah, it basically depends on what you want to keep I think. For "reef," the front-to-back dimension is usually the most limiting factor when designing rockwork. When you get into those larger breadths like that, it opens up more possibilities for ravines, interesting crevasses, etc.

But then again, a 5' tank gives you that extra foot of swimming space so the fish might appreciate that more.

I dunno ... it's hard to say.

...

I know! If both tanks will fit .... How about a tank that is 60x24x24? That's only ... um .... 150 gallons? :)

andestang
12-18-2002, 09:51 PM
Tony,
If you go 48"L, go the 24"W and 30"H - you get a few more gallons(150),height for rock work and/or fish space and land scaping with 24"W works great, adds that depth look. Also don't forget deep sand bed takes away alot of your height :D blah,blah blah................. :wink:
Ande

Delphinus
12-18-2002, 10:14 PM
Ooops, there you go Wayne, go 60x24x30. That's only ... um ... just shy of 190 gallons??

It's easy to suggest upgrades when you're spending someone else's money!! ;)

Troy F
12-18-2002, 11:59 PM
I understand what Tony is saying about other people's money but why not split the difference between the two tanks? I have a 60"x24.5"x24.5" tank and have the added length and the width. Might as well do the tank you want now. And another bit of advice...get euro or perimeter bracing. Single biggest mistake I made is the center brace.

StirCrazy
12-19-2002, 12:10 AM
I am also in agreement with Troy, I sacraficed length to get the with.. I got the 36X24x25 and I don't regret it one bit.. if I would have had the money at the time I probably would have went longer but I would have never driped down to a with of 18.. just to narrow and it will limit your aquascaping options.. or force you to have little open sand bed.. the only thing I would sugess in adition if you can aford it and are ordering the tank is set up to the next glass thickness and go "Braceless".. this was my bigest mistake in not doing this..


Steve

wayner
12-19-2002, 12:29 AM
Thanks fellas, Euro Bracing is already in the plans, no center brace, might get starfire for the front pane, like to see the difference first, probably do the 48x24x24, maybe go 27 H

Thanks for the replies

naesco
12-19-2002, 02:14 AM
Its a no brainer, wayner

Go for the five footer and you get to keep tangs.
But some might say I am a bit biased

StirCrazy
12-19-2002, 02:17 AM
Its a no brainer, wayner

Go for the five footer and you get to keep tangs.
But some might say I am a bit biased

but yet you told me a tang was ok in my 3 foot tank :roll:

are you just increasing the size every few months :?:


Steve

naesco
12-19-2002, 02:23 AM
Who me? :?

StirCrazy
12-19-2002, 03:12 AM
ya you, but it was in the spring so you may not remember.. it was at the meeting whare I met you.. I was asking your opinion for my plans and a yellow tang..


Steve

BCOrchidGuy
12-19-2002, 03:52 PM
IMHO, get the one you WANT, if you are the least bit like me I would have regrets after the fact with either tank. I'm debating either a 135 or a 5ft 108 gallon and the thing that holds me back on either is..... will I be happy with them or will I decide in 6 months I need bigger. I figure either one delivered for $300 I can't really go wrong, but.... which one.. or should I spend the extra and go for bigger.. or maybe a 175 bow... or... or .. anyway.. good luck with what ever you decide.

Jack
12-19-2002, 10:16 PM
I just bought a 120g 48"long x 24"high x 24"wide and it looks good to me. Longer is nicer but I like the width and depth, anymore and its hard to clean.

Aquattro
12-20-2002, 06:24 AM
I'm with Troy. Same tank and same brace. Like the tank, hate the brace.

bailey7424
01-25-2005, 03:31 AM
... thank you to those who have gone before; I have a 33 gallon tank which is very full of corals and seven fish. I've been in salt for less than a year and had the goal of moving to a larger tank at the one year point. Based on this thread, I will go with a five foot tank - that fits the most length I have space for and then I'll go with a 24" width and 24" height - I was thinking of a thinner tank but will rearrange home office furniture to accommodate the greater width. I will go braceless as per the recommendations and will consider a starfire front.

Thanks again everyone.

kari
01-25-2005, 03:54 AM
Hmm, I'd go 36 front to back

wayner
01-25-2005, 04:34 AM
Wow, talk about a thread from the dead :smile:

Delphinus
01-25-2005, 04:35 AM
Wow, there's a blast from the past.

I'm with Kari nowadays .. I'm trying to get 36" front to back although I may have to settle on 30" due to the cost. I just got a quote from a builder and am .. still a little shocked at how much my "ideal" tank would cost ... darn it. Why can't incomes grow at the same rate as the need to upgrade one's tanks?

SeaHorse_Fanatic
01-25-2005, 05:15 AM
I vote 120g. I have a 100g that's 4'x2'x20" deep & I love the extra width compared to 18". Just wished it was a bit taller.

However, if you have the space & $$, a 150g 5 feet long tank would be SWEEETTTT!!!

Anthony

Canadian Man
01-25-2005, 06:28 AM
I'll give you the money for your new tank Tony.

How much do you need? :razz:

rayyue
01-25-2005, 07:14 AM
i go for 120g

Ryan
01-25-2005, 04:45 PM
haha the tank keeps getting bigger as i read along. Why not go with a standard 180?? or got 60*24*24

Jim Barry
01-25-2005, 07:05 PM
I currently have a 120g 48"x24"x24" acrylic tank.

As much as I like the 24" width, I am now going to 60"x30"x24" as I like the wider tank of 30" for stacking rock.

If you're interested, my 120g acrylic tank will be for sale at the end of March :biggrin: