2,000 litres
2,000 litre water tank: capacity & sizing
2,000 L = 528 US gallons = 2.0 m³. Full weight ≈ 2,000 kg of water.
| Diameter | Required height |
|---|---|
| 0.90 m dia | 3.14 m tall |
| 1.10 m dia | 2.10 m tall |
| 1.30 m dia | 1.51 m tall |
| Household | Coverage |
|---|---|
| Family of 3 | 4.9 days |
| Family of 4 | 3.7 days |
| Family of 5 | 3.0 days |
| Family of 6 | 2.5 days |
Manufactured polyethylene tanks of this rating vary in actual dimensions by brand and layer count — the table above is pure geometry so you can sanity-check any spec sheet. Verify your tank's measurements with the litres calculator, and size against your household with the IS 1172 sizing tool.
FAQ
How many gallons is a 2000 litre tank?
528 US gallons (440 imperial gallons).
How long does 2,000 litres last a family of four?
About 3.7 days at the IS 1172 norm of 135 litres per person per day.
How much does a full 2000 litre tank weigh?
About 2,000 kg of water alone — design the slab or staging for it.