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350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 350HQi
350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 350HQi
350HQi 350 Litre Harlequin Bunded Oil Tank 350 litre (approx. 77 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. NB: Most fuel companies minimum delivery is 500 litres. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: 2" Fill Point 4" Inspection Point Vent 33 mm Drilled and Plugged Gauge Hole 1"...

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£888.00 ex VAT
(£1,065.60 inc VAT)
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 650RB
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 650RB
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick

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£1,053.21 ex VAT
(£1,263.85 inc VAT)

650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 650ITE650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 650ITE
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 650ITE
Supplied complete with Apollo Standard & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit (or Top Outlet)

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from £1,309.00 ex VAT
(£1,570.80 inc VAT)
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 650HQi
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 650HQi
650HQi 650 Litre Harlequin Bunded Oil Tank 650 litre (approx. 143 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: 2" Fill Point 4" Inspection Point Contents Dipstick (Not available on 350 litre or models over 3500 litres) Vent 33 mm Drilled and Plugged...

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£1,235.00 ex VAT
(£1,482.00 inc VAT)

650 Litre Bunded Oil Tank650 Litre Bunded Oil Tank
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650 Litre Bunded Oil Tank
FTS650 Slim Bunded Oil Tank FTS650 650 Litre Bunded Heating Oil Tank 650 litre (143 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage Approved to BS EN 13341: for use in installations for the storage of fuel intended for the supply of building heating/cooling systems. Manufactured from high grade polyethylene,...

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£1,100.00 £999.00 ex VAT
(£1,198.80 inc VAT)
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 650BSA650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 650BSA
Free Upgrade - Dongle
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 650BSA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver

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£1,449.00 ex VAT
(£1,738.80 inc VAT)

650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL650BT650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL650BT
Price Match Available
650 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL650BT
SL650BT: 650 Litre Slimline Bunded Heating Oil Tank 650 litre (approx. 143 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole Cover Tank...

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£1,329.00 ex VAT
(£1,594.80 inc VAT)
1000 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 900RB1000 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 900RB
1000 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 900RB
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick

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£1,176.26 ex VAT
(£1,411.51 inc VAT)

1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Diamond 1000SSL
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Diamond 1000SSL
1000SSL 1000 Litre Diamond Slimline Bunded Oil Tank 1000 litre (approx. 220 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: 33 mm Electronic Gauge Fitting Point 2" Fill Point 4" Inspection Point Contents Dipstick Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet Lockable...

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£1,439.00 ex VAT
(£1,726.80 inc VAT)
1000 Litre Bunded Oil Tank1000 Litre Bunded Oil Tank
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1000 Litre Bunded Oil Tank
FREE Tank pack, worth £96 Inc Vat, when purchased with the FTS1000. Add the FTS1000 and the 0019776FTS. - Free Bottom Outlet Kit and Watchman Sonic Advanced kit to your basket. Enter the Promo Code FREEBOTTOMKIT at Checkout and claim your free Tank Pack

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£1,149.00 £1,070.00 ex VAT
(£1,284.00 inc VAT)

1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1000B1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1000B
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1000B
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced, Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve

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£1,749.00 ex VAT
(£2,098.80 inc VAT)
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1000ITE1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1000ITE
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1000ITE
Supplied complete with Apollo Standard & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit (or Top Outlet)

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from £1,525.00 ex VAT
(£1,830.00 inc VAT)

1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1000HQi
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1000HQi
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick  
£1,449.00 ex VAT
(£1,738.80 inc VAT)
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1000BT1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1000BT
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1000BT
SL1000BT 1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1000 litre (approx. 220 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole...

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£1,499.00 ex VAT
(£1,798.80 inc VAT)

1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1000BSA1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1000BSA
Free Upgrade - Dongle
48 Hour Delivery (Circle)
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1000BSA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver

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1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1000SB1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1000SB
1000 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1000SB
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick

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from £1,218.03 ex VAT
(£1,461.64 inc VAT)

1100 Litre Super Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESSL11001100 Litre Super Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESSL1100
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1100 Litre Super Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESSL1100
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced, Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve

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£1,749.00 from £1,649.00 ex VAT
(£1,978.80 inc VAT)
1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1100ITE1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1100ITE
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1100ITE
Supplied complete with Apollo Standard & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit (or Top Outlet)

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from £1,525.00 ex VAT
(£1,830.00 inc VAT)

1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1100HQi
1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1100HQi
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick  

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£1,449.00 ex VAT
(£1,738.80 inc VAT)
1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1200HQi
1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1200HQi
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick  

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£1,525.00 ex VAT
(£1,830.00 inc VAT)

1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1100RB1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1100RB
1100 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1100RB
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick

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from £1,232.71 ex VAT
(£1,479.25 inc VAT)
1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESLP1200B1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESLP1200B
Price Match Available
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESLP1200B
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced, Watchman Sensit Smart WIFI Tank Level USB Receiver & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve
£1,659.00 ex VAT
(£1,990.80 inc VAT)

1200 Litre Low Profile Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1200LPBA1200 Litre Low Profile Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1200LPBA
Free Upgrade - Dongle
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1200 Litre Low Profile Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1200LPBA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver

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£1,629.00 ex VAT
(£1,954.80 inc VAT)
1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso LP1200BT1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso LP1200BT
Price Match Available
1200 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso LP1200BT
LP1200BT 1200 Litre Low Profile Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1200 litre (approx. 264 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole...

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£1,509.00 ex VAT
(£1,810.80 inc VAT)

1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank
48 hour Option Available
Price Match Available
1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank
FTS1225 1225 Litre Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1225 litre (approx. 270 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. An own brand, competitively priced bunded 1225 litre oil tank is a high-quality and cost-effective solution for the safe storage of heating oil, diesel or other fuels. This tank features...

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£1,229.00 £1,169.00 ex VAT
(£1,402.80 inc VAT)
1235 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1235BSLA1235 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1235BSLA
FREE Upgrade
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1235 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1235BSLA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver
£1,449.00 ex VAT
(£1,738.80 inc VAT)

1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1225B1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1225B
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1225B
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced, Watchman Sensit Smart WIFI Tank Level USB Receiver & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve

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£1,759.00 ex VAT
(£2,110.80 inc VAT)
1230 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso V1230BT1230 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso V1230BT
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
£1,329.00 from £1,129.00 ex VAT
(£1,354.80 inc VAT)

1235 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso H1235BT1235 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso H1235BT
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1235 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso H1235BT
H1235BT 1235 Litre Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1235 litre (approx. 272 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole Cover Tank...

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£1,529.00 ex VAT
(£1,834.80 inc VAT)
1235 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1250BT1235 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1250BT
Price Match Available
1235 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1250BT
SL1250BT 1235 Litre Slimline Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1235 litre (approx. 272 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole...

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£1,609.00 ex VAT
(£1,930.80 inc VAT)

1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1225HQI
1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1225HQI
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick  

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£1,525.00 ex VAT
(£1,830.00 inc VAT)
1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1225ITE1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1225ITE
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1225 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1225ITE
Supplied complete with Apollo Standard & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit (or Top Outlet)
from £1,599.00 ex VAT
(£1,918.80 inc VAT)

1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESV1300B1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESV1300B
Price Match Available
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESV1300B
Supplied complete with Watchman Alarm & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve

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£1,559.00 ex VAT
(£1,870.80 inc VAT)
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1300ITE1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1300ITE
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1300ITE
Supplied complete with Apollo Standard & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit (or Top Outlet)

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from £1,599.00 ex VAT
(£1,918.80 inc VAT)

1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1300BHA1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1300BHA
Free Upgrade - Dongle
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1300BHA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver

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£1,595.00 ex VAT
(£1,914.00 inc VAT)
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1300B1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1300B
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ES1300B
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced, Watchman Sensit Smart WIFI Tank Level USB Receiver & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve

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£1,899.00 ex VAT
(£2,278.80 inc VAT)

1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1300BVA1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1300BVA
Free Upgrade - Dongle
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1300BVA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver

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£1,459.00 ex VAT
(£1,750.80 inc VAT)
1340 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso V1340BT1340 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso V1340BT
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1340 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Deso V1340BT
V1340BT 1340 Litre Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1340 litre (approx. 295 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole Cover Tank...

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£1,339.00 ex VAT
(£1,606.80 inc VAT)

1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1300HQi
1300 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1300HQi
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick  

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£1,525.00 ex VAT
(£1,830.00 inc VAT)
1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Tuffa 1350SLB1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Tuffa 1350SLB
1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Tuffa 1350SLB
1350SLB 1350 Litre Tuffa Bunded Oil Tank 1350 litre (approx. 297 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: 2″ BSP fill connection with cap and chain Tank fittings kit (1″ – 1/2″ adaptor, ball valve and filter) Vent Float level gauge Inspection...
from £1,465.00 ex VAT
(£1,758.00 inc VAT)

1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1350VB1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1350VB
1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1350VB
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick

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£1,196.59 ex VAT
(£1,435.91 inc VAT)
1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1350HB1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1350HB
1350 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Carbery 1350HB
Supplied with Integral Contents Dipstick

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from £1,236.10 ex VAT
(£1,483.32 inc VAT)

1400 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Tuffa 1400VB1400 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Tuffa 1400VB
1400 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Tuffa 1400VB
1400VB 1400 Litre Tuffa Bunded Oil Tank 1400 litre (approx. 308 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: 2″ BSP fill connection with cap and chain Tank fittings kit (1″ – 1/2″ adaptor, ball valve and filter) Vent Float level gauge Inspection...
from £1,328.00 ex VAT
(£1,593.60 inc VAT)
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESSL1400B1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESSL1400B
Price Match Available
48 hour Option Available
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Titan ESSL1400B
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced, Watchman Sensit Smart WIFI Tank Level USB Receiver & The New Kingspan 2-Part-Valve

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£1,959.00 ex VAT
(£2,350.80 inc VAT)

1400 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1400ITE1400 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1400ITE
Gauge & Outlet Kit Included
1400 Litre Bunded Oil Tank - Harlequin 1400ITE
Supplied complete with Apollo Standard & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit (or Top Outlet)

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from £1,669.00 ex VAT
(£2,002.80 inc VAT)
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1400BT1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1400BT
Price Match Available
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Deso SL1400BT
SL1400BT 1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Heating Oil Tank 1400 litre (approx. 308 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Overfill Prevention Valve 4" Inspection Screw Lid 2" Vent 1" BSP Bottom Outlet (or Top Outlet Connection) Lockable Manhole...

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£1,679.00 ex VAT
(£2,014.80 inc VAT)

1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1400BSA1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1400BSA
Free Upgrade - Dongle
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Atlas 1400BSA
Supplied complete with Watchman Advanced & Bottom Outlet Fitting Kit. Upgrade for free to a smart sensor with the Watchman Sensit Smart Wi-Fi Tank Level USB Receiver

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£1,609.00 ex VAT
(£1,930.80 inc VAT)
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Diamond 1400SSL
1400 Litre Slimline Bunded Oil Tank - Diamond 1400SSL
1400SSL 1400 Litre Diamond Slimline Bunded Oil Tank 1400 litre (approx. 300 gallons) bunded kerosene storage tank. This quality bunded heating oil tank is suitable for both domestic and commercial fuel oil storage. Supplied complete with: Bottom outlet with 1" BSP (F) thread 16" lockable lid 2" BSP (M) fill point 4" lockable inspection cap 32mm...

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£1,609.00 ex VAT
(£1,930.80 inc VAT)
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PLASTIC Bunded Oil Tanks FAQs

Can you screen an oil tank?

Although Oil tanks are not the most attractive things to have in your garden, we always recommend seeking the advice of your local OFTEC registered liquid fuel tank installer as to the best place to position and how to screen your tank, if needed. The regulations for oil tank installation vary according to which region of the UK or Ireland you live in and there are also other environmental factors that need to be taken into account.  For more information, please check out - OFTEC

Some ways customers have screened their tanks are below, however please check with your local OFTEC installer first.

Walls

One of the most common ways to hide an oil tank is to build a false wall around it. Whether you use bricks, stone or fencing, make sure you leave space to get in and around the tank for maintenance and replacement.

Landscaping

Probably the most effective and aesthetic ways to hide an oil tank is to surround it with shrubs, trees, or potted plants that can help to camouflage the tank from view. Make sure you the plants are properly maintained, as they can become a fire hazard if not cared for properly.

 

Whatever option you choose, your tank will be out of sight – but it should not remain out of mind! Remember to keep on top of oil levels and have your tank regularly inspected by a qualified engineer to prevent any potential problems.

 

Do I need a bunded tank, and how do I know?

All non-domestic oil storage tanks over 200 litres need to be bunded.

For domestic premises you need to carry out an oil storage risk assessment (this can be obtained from OFTEC - form TI/133D). In brief a Bund is required in domestic situations if...

    • You are storing over 2500 litres.
    • Your tank is near an open drain or loose fitting manhole.
    • Your tank is within 10m of controlled water such as a river, stream etc.
    • Your tank is located where any spillage could travel over hard ground to reach controlled water.
    • Your tank is located within 50m of a borehole, spring or well.
    • Your tank vent is not visible from the fill point. (Such as an extended fill point)
    • Your oil use is for a building other than a single family dwelling.
    • Any other unique hazards to your site 

What is a Single Skin Tank?

A Single Skin Oil Tank consists of a single container in which fuel is stored. Unlike Bunded Oil Tanks and Bunded Fuel Tanks, Single Skin Oil Tanks incorporate no secondary containment whatsoever and in the event of a spill, a pollution incident will occur.

Single Skin Oil Tanks are not suitable for the storage of fuel at commercial, industrial or institutional premises; or at domestic installations with an installed capacity of over 2,500 litres - unless installed within a suitably bunded area. For all other installations, an Oil Tank Risk Assessment must be undertaken by a competent person prior to installation and in accordance with the requirements of OFTEC Technical Instruction Book 3.

In anticipation of future possible regulations, serious consideration should be given to fitting a Bunded Tank, even where a single skin tank may currently suffice.

What is a Bunded Tank?

A Bunded Oil Tank is simply a tank within a tank. The fuel is stored in the inner tank and the outer tank acts as a failsafe so that in the event of a spillage, excess fuel will collect in the bund. They are a requirement at commercial, industrial and institutional premises.  In some circumstances in domestic situations it is still possible to use a single skin tank (see below).

 

How close to a boundary can I place an oil storage tank?

If the oil tank has a nominal capacity of less than 3,500 litres, it should not be placed any closer than 760mm to a boundary. This assumes that there are no flue outlets or buildings between the tank and the boundary. Where these distances cannot be achieved, the protection measures noted in OFTEC Technical Instruction Book 3 and British Standard BS5410 must be provided by means of a 30-minute fire resistant wall which extends a minimum of 300mm above and beyond the ends of the oil tank. For oil tanks with a nominal capacity of 3,500 litres or greater please contact your local Building Control Officer or OFTEC.

How close to a flue outlet can I place an oil tank?

Oil tanks with a nominal capacity of less than 3,500 litres should not be placed within 1.8 metres of a flue outlet. Where these distances cannot be achieved, the protection measures noted in OFTEC Technical Instruction Book 3 and British Standard BS5410 must be provided by means of a 30-minute fire resistant wall which extends a minimum of 300mm above and beyond the ends of the tank. For oil tanks with a nominal capacity of 3,500 litres or greater please contact your local Building Control Officer or OFTEC.

How close to a building can I place an oil tank?

Oil tanks with a nominal capacity not exceeding 3,500 litres should not be fitted any closer than 1.8 metres to a non fire-rated (30-minute minimum fire resistance) wall or eaves. Where these clearances cannot be achieved, the measures noted in British Standard BS5410 and OFTEC Technical Instruction Book 3 must be provided i.e. the provision of a 30 minutes (minimum) fire resistant wall which extends at least 300mm above and beyond the ends of the oil tank. It will be necessary to protect exposed eaves forming part of a roof within 1.8 metres of the top of an oil tank to provide a minimum of 30 minutes fire resistance. Cladding can be applied to the eaves in order to prevent fire from spreading to the roof. For oil tanks with a capacity of 3,500 litres or greater, please contact your local Building Control Officer or OFTEC.

Can I place an oil tank inside a domestic garage or building?

Internal oil storage tanks should never be installed in a habitable area and if installed internally, should always be contained within an enclosed chamber. Detailed requirements exist for internal oil storage installations. For more information contact your local Building Control Officer or OFTEC.

From what materials are plastic oil tanks manufactured?

All oil tanks supplied by Fuel Tank Shop are manufactured from Medium Density Polyethylene (MDPE) - a material that displays excellent chemical and impact resistance properties, making it ideal for external fuel storage. Fittings vary according to tank type and supplier. However, in general, fill points are made from either coated mild or stainless steel, outlets from coated mild steel, and vent points are manufactured from plastic. All materials used in the manufacture of oil tanks supplied by Fuel Tank Shop are resistant to the potentially damaging long-term effects of fuel.

What are the base requirements for plastic oil tanks?

All oil tanks must be installed on a flat, level and fire resistant base capable of supporting the weight of the tank when fully laden. If concrete slabs are used they should be a minimum of 50mm thick. The base should extend at least 300mm beyond the widest points of the tank and fully support the base of the tank in its entirety. Piers or pillars are not suitable for this purpose and can cause irreparable damage to the tank.

Are plastic oil tanks designed to protect from the damaging effects of sunlight?

Yes. Every tank sold by Tanks.ie is manufactured from a material which incorporated UV inhibitors. These prevent UV rays from permeating the structure of the tank, thus preventing fuel degradation.

Are plastic oil tanks suitable for the storage of fuel for aviation use?

No.

Are plastic oil tanks fitted with sludge-valves / ball-cocks?

No. Openings (other than the tank outlet) are not permitted below the maximum level of fuel in the tank. This reduces the risk of accidental spillage. In the event that contaminants (e.g. water) need to be removed from the tank, they should be removed by an appropriately licensed contractor via the inspection aperture fitted to each tank.

I have discovered the presence of water in my oil. How do I get this removed?

Here at Fuel Tank Shop we offer a range of water soakers which can help remove water from your oil tank, however if these do not suit then, please contact your local fuel distributor who will be able to provide advice on how best to remove it.

Are plastic oil tanks suitable for use with oil fired cookers?

Yes.

On warm days there is a slight smell of oil from my oil tank. Why?

This is perfectly normal and is simply the fuel venting through the weatherproof vent fitted to the oil tank.

Are plastic Oil Recycling Banks / Waste Oil Tanks suitable for the disposal of petrol or any other highly flammable liquid? 

No. For advice on how to dispose of petrol and any other similarly dangerous liquids, please contact your local authority.

Do you supply dip-sticks?

No - not as separate items. However, dipsticks are supplied as standard on all Harlequin tanks with a capacity between 650 litres and 2700 litres as standard.

Are Single Skin Oil Tanks or standard Bunded Tanks suitable for storing 'Adblue'?

No.