Products · Used IBC TotesUsed IBC totes,
Used IBC totes,
275 and 330 gallon.
The most common way to buy an IBC: a tote that has been filled before, usually rinsed and sold as it comes. Tell us the size and quantity and a partner supplier in our network quotes what they have.
275 gallon
The shorter tote
- Capacity
- 275 US gal (about 1,041 L)
- Footprint
- 40" × 48"
- Height
- About 46"
- Cage
- Galvanized steel tube
- Outlet
- Usually a 2" valve
330 gallon
The taller tote
- Capacity
- 330 US gal (about 1,249 L)
- Footprint
- 40" × 48"
- Height
- About 53"
- Cage
- Galvanized steel tube
- Outlet
- Usually a 2" valve
What “used” usually means
Three things to confirm before you buy.
- Previous contents: ask what the tote held. It decides what the tote can safely hold next.
- Cleaning: “used” often means rinsed, not washed. Ask what was done to the inside.
- Condition: ask for photos of the bottle, cage, valve and pallet of the units being quoted.
Common uses
What used totes often go on to hold.
- Rainwater catchment for gardens and irrigation (keep it covered from sunlight)
- Jobsite dust-control and wash-down water
- Compatible farm liquids, where the previous contents match
- Shop wash water and similar non-hazardous liquids
- Not for drinking water unless the previous contents and cleaning are documented as suitable
Frequently asked
Questions about used totes
Can I store drinking water in a used tote?
Only if the previous contents were suitable and the tote has been cleaned for that use, with documentation from the supplier. If you can’t confirm both, choose a new tote for drinking water.
What if the previous contents are unknown?
Then treat the tote as unsuitable for anything sensitive. Unknown-history totes are usually only fit for uses where residue doesn’t matter, or for recycling.
How heavy is a full tote?
Water weighs about 8.34 lb per US gallon, so a full 275 holds about 2,300 lb of water and a full 330 about 2,750 lb, plus the weight of the tote. Check the rating of whatever will carry it.
Can I see the actual totes?
Ask the partner supplier for photos of the units in your quote, or whether you can inspect them at pickup.
Free, no-obligation quote request
Tell us what you need.
A partner supplier in our network follows up with availability and a quote. Pricing depends on grade, size, quantity and freight.