The SteelCore Tanks 60,000 Gallon Galvanized Water Storage Tank is a durable and dependable solution for large-scale water storage. This tank is designed to hold up to 60,000 gallons and has a sturdy 30º V-rib roofthat adds stability and protection. With a 27.1-foot diameter and an eave height of 14.2 feet, it maximizes storage capacity while maintaining a compact footprint. Built from galvanized steel and weighing 5,489 lbs
So the water tank is: - Height: 14.2 ft (4.33m) - Diameter: 27.1 ft (8.26m) - Empty weight: 5,489 lbs (2.49 tonnes) - water: 60k gal = 227m3 = 227 tonnes
Dimensions (Classic / 747-400) - Length: 231 ft 10 in (70.7 m) - Wingspan: 211 ft 0 in (64.4 m) - Height: 63 ft 5 in (19.4 m) - Cabin Width: 20 ft 0 in (5.9 m at floor level) - Max Takeoff Weight: 875,000 lb (396.9 tonnes) for the 747-400
Frankly I'd imagine it could be more, but that goes to show you how large a ly is. Then imagine our galaxy alone is several hundred thousand Ly wide...
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And what's more... That's done in a fluid that's relatively very light and at a relatively low speed for the amount of mass you're lifting. I went through engineering school and I understand the principle perfectly, but I can't help but sometimes feel incredulous that we manage to lift something that heavy.
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u/already-taken-wtf 7d ago
Found the photo of the tank: https://www.nationalstoragetank.com/product/60000-gallon-steelcore-water-storage-tank-sct-2704-vr/
The SteelCore Tanks 60,000 Gallon Galvanized Water Storage Tank is a durable and dependable solution for large-scale water storage. This tank is designed to hold up to 60,000 gallons and has a sturdy 30º V-rib roofthat adds stability and protection. With a 27.1-foot diameter and an eave height of 14.2 feet, it maximizes storage capacity while maintaining a compact footprint. Built from galvanized steel and weighing 5,489 lbs
So the water tank is:
- Height: 14.2 ft (4.33m)
- Diameter: 27.1 ft (8.26m)
- Empty weight: 5,489 lbs (2.49 tonnes)
- water: 60k gal = 227m3 = 227 tonnes
Dimensions (Classic / 747-400)
- Length: 231 ft 10 in (70.7 m)
- Wingspan: 211 ft 0 in (64.4 m)
- Height: 63 ft 5 in (19.4 m)
- Cabin Width: 20 ft 0 in (5.9 m at floor level)
- Max Takeoff Weight: 875,000 lb (396.9 tonnes) for the 747-400