Used Tanks for Sale
Used tanks are industrial storage and processing vessels designed to hold liquids, slurries, or gases in a wide range of manufacturing environments. Commonly used across chemical processing, food and beverage production, pharmaceuticals, energy, and water treatment, tanks are essential for storage, mixing, heating, and reaction processes. Aaron Equipment offers a large inventory of used tanks for sale in various materials, sizes, and configurations to meet specific capacity, pressure, and material compatibility requirements. Browse available inventory below or explore tank types to find equipment aligned with your process needs.
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54383005Altam Process Knock Out Drum 100 Gallon Horizontal Vessel – 2023
Used Altam Process Knock Out Drum, Approximately 100 Gallon, Stainless Steel. Internal rated 15 psi @ 230 degrees F. Horizontal, dished heads. On stand. Serial# 631, Year 2023.
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11059385Used Cherry-Burrell 1,000-Gallon Sanitary Jacketed Stainless Steel Mix Tank | Food-Grade Heated Vessel
Used Cherry-Burrell 1,000-Gallon Sanitary Jacketed Stainless Steel Mix Tank | Food-Grade Heated Vessel. Approximately 72" diameter x 72" straight side. Dished top, pitched sloped bottom. Jacket Rated 100 PSI @ 300 Degrees F. Top mounted agitator driven by a 1.6/3 HP, 860/1740 rpm 460 volt motor into gearbox with 42.93 ratio for 20/40 RPM output speed. 3" Side bottom outlet. Approximately 9'6" OAH. National Board Rated. Last used in sanitary food plant.
MFR: Cherry Burrell
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54512018Unused BCast BC-SSST100 1,000-Gallon 316L Stainless Steel Tank
Unused BCast Stainless Model BC-SSST100 Stainless Steel 1,000-Gallon Stainless Steel Vertical Single-Wall Tank. Has an inverted conical top with a 20" hinged and gasketed manway, a cone bottom, and (5) 1" tri-clamp sanitary fittings placed around the tank head radius. (1) 2" clamp center bottom outlet, outlet height approximately 19 3/4", vent with removable screen. Stainless steel legs with a pad foot drilled for anchoring. Cross brace as per engineer's request for Zone 3 use, 3 mm thick 316l SS, 2B exterior mill finish#4 interior polish, 65" dia. x 108" oaht. Designed for atmospheric operation. Sprayball. Designed for Sizmic zone 3 liquid storage of non-hazardous material.
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54615001Unused 2019 Paul Mueller 1,000 Gallon 316L Stainless Steel Pressure Tank – 45 PSI Rated, Jacketed Sanitary Vessel
Unused- Paul Mueller Company Pressure Tank, 1000 Gallon Capacity, 316L Stainless Steel construction, 304L Stainless Steel Jacket. Approximately 68" diameter x 60" straight side. Dished top & bottom. Vessel rated 45psi at -15 to 350F. (2) spray balls. Openings Top: 18" manway with cover, (2) 3", (3) 2", (3) 1-1/2". Openings bottom: 3", 1/2", 2" center bottom outlet with 14" discharge height. National Board# 53152, Serial# 18190199402-01. Built 2019. Mounted on (4) legs.
MFR: Paul Mueller
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54687181Used 1,000 gallon vertical stainless steel tank. The diameter is 59" and the straight side height is 84". The cone depth is 6". The outer skin of the tank has been removed exposing the low pressure j...
Used-1,000 gallon vertical stainless steel tank. The diameter is 59" and the straight side height is 84". The cone depth is 6". The outer skin of the tank has been removed exposing the low pressure jacket. The manway is 20" in diameter and there are 5 inlets on top. Two inlets are 4", one is 2" and two are 1" in diameter. There are three nozzles on the side that are 1.5". There are six 1" couplings for the jacket on the side. The outlet in the center of the cone is 1.5". There are four legs holding up the tank. Overall dimensions are 62" wide by 74" long by 105" tall.
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10749168Used 10,000-Gallon Stainless Steel Vertical Storage Tank – 9'6" Diameter with Cone Top & Side-Bottom Outlet
Used- 10,000 Gallon Stainless Steel Vertical Storage Tank. Approximately 9'6'' diameter x 20' tall. Cone top and flat bottom construction. Side bottom outlet.
MFR: Unknown
Types of Used Tanks Available
Aaron Equipment offers a wide selection of used tanks designed for different materials, capacities, and process conditions:
Stainless Steel Tanks – 0–499 Gallons – Compact storage and processing tanks ideal for pilot-scale operations, batching, and small-volume production.
Stainless Steel Tanks – 500–999 Gallons – Mid-sized vessels suited for moderate batch processing, blending, and intermediate storage applications.
Stainless Steel Tanks – 1,000–4,999 Gallons – High-capacity tanks commonly used for bulk storage, mixing, and large-scale process operations.
Stainless Steel Tanks – 5,000 Gallons & Up – Large-volume industrial tanks designed for bulk storage, continuous processing, and plant-wide distribution systems.
Carbon Steel Tanks – Durable, cost-effective vessels used for non-corrosive materials, oil storage, and heavy-duty industrial applications.
Plastic & Fiberglass Tanks – Corrosion-resistant tanks suitable for chemicals, water treatment, and applications requiring lightweight materials.
Tank Applications & Industry Uses
Used tanks are widely used in industrial processes requiring safe storage, mixing, or handling of liquids and bulk materials. Depending on design and material construction, tanks support a variety of applications:
Chemical Processing: Storage of raw materials, intermediates, and finished chemicals
Food & Beverage: Ingredient storage, blending, fermentation, and sanitary processing
Pharmaceutical & Biotech: Controlled storage and mixing of sensitive materials
Oil & Gas / Energy: Fuel storage, chemical containment, and process support
Water & Wastewater Treatment: Holding, treatment, and sludge processing
Used Tanks Buying Considerations
When selecting a used tank, it is important to evaluate both process requirements and equipment condition:
Capacity & Volume: Ensure the tank size aligns with production throughput and storage needs
Material of Construction: Match tank material (stainless, carbon steel, plastic) to process chemistry
Pressure & Temperature Ratings: Confirm compatibility with operating conditions
Configuration & Features: Evaluate agitation, insulation, jackets, and fittings
Condition & Inspection History: Review prior use, maintenance records, and structural integrity
Why Buy Used Tanks
Buying used tanks provides a cost-effective solution for expanding storage or processing capacity without the long lead times associated with new equipment. Many used tanks are available for immediate shipment, allowing facilities to maintain production schedules. Purchasing used also offers access to a wide range of sizes and materials at a reduced capital investment.
Sell Your Used Tanks
Aaron Equipment actively purchases surplus and used tanks across all sizes, materials, and configurations. Whether you are upgrading equipment, decommissioning a facility, or liquidating assets, our team can help with buyouts or consignment opportunities.
A tank is an industrial vessel used to store, process, or transport liquids, gases, or bulk materials. Tanks are designed in various sizes and materials depending on the application and may include features such as agitation, insulation, or pressure ratings for specific process requirements.
Used tanks are available in stainless steel, carbon steel, plastic, and fiberglass constructions, with sizes ranging from small batch vessels to large bulk storage tanks. Configurations may include jacketed tanks, mixing tanks, pressure vessels, and insulated storage tanks for different industrial processes.
Choosing the right tank depends on material compatibility, required capacity, operating pressure and temperature, and process needs such as mixing or heating. Evaluating tank construction, fittings, and previous usage helps ensure the equipment aligns with your production requirements.
The cost of a used tank varies based on size, material of construction, condition, and features such as agitation or pressure rating. Larger stainless steel tanks or specialized vessels typically command higher prices. Contacting a sales representative can help determine current availability and pricing.
Yes. Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used tanks across a wide range of industries and configurations. If you have tanks available for sale, submit your equipment details to request an evaluation and explore buyout or consignment options.