IBC Weights Table
Complete weight specifications for all IBC tote models — empty weights, full weights, and maximum gross capacity for 120, 220, 275, and 330 gallon tanks.
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120 Gal Stackable
220 Gal Stackable
275 Gal Stackable
330 Gal Stackable
Full Comparison
Conversions
Understanding IBC Tote Weights
IBC tote weights are a critical factor in logistics planning, structural loading, and regulatory compliance. Every IBC container has three key weight measurements: the tare weight (empty container), the net payload weight (contents), and the maximum gross weight (total combined limit).
Actual loaded weight varies significantly depending on the specific gravity of the stored liquid. Water weighs approximately 8.34 lbs per gallon, while denser chemicals, syrups, and solutions can weigh 12–16 lbs per gallon or more. Always verify the specific gravity of your cargo against the IBC’s rated capacity before filling.
Specific Gravity Rating: Most standard IBC totes are rated for 1.9 SG, meaning they can safely hold liquids up to 1.9 times the weight of water (~15.8 lbs/gal). Some economy models are rated at 1.35 SG (~11.3 lbs/gal). Exceeding the SG rating voids UN/DOT certification and creates serious safety hazards.
275 Gallon Caged IBC Totes
Most PopularComposite IBC totes with HDPE inner tank and galvanized steel cage. The standard workhorse of industrial liquid handling.
| Specification | New Tote (T275) | Rebottled (R275) |
|---|---|---|
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 135 lbs (61 kg) | 140 lbs (63 kg) |
| Tank (Bottle) Only Weight | 65 lbs (29 kg) | 65 lbs (29 kg) (new bottle) |
| Cage Only Weight | 70 lbs (32 kg) | 75 lbs (34 kg) (refurbished) |
| Full Weight — Water | 2,428 lbs (1,101 kg) | 2,433 lbs (1,104 kg) |
| Full Weight — 1.9 SG Liquid | 4,502 lbs (2,042 kg) | 4,507 lbs (2,045 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (Rated) | 2,645 lbs (1,200 kg) | 2,645 lbs (1,200 kg) |
| Max Payload Capacity | 2,510 lbs (1,139 kg) | 2,505 lbs (1,137 kg) |
| Specific Gravity Rating | 1.9 SG (15.8 lbs/gal max) | 1.9 SG (15.8 lbs/gal max) |
| Volume Capacity | 275 gallons (1,041 liters) | 275 gallons (1,041 liters) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 48″ × 40″ × 46″ (122 × 102 × 117 cm) | 48″ × 40″ × 46″ (122 × 102 × 117 cm) |
| UN/DOT Rating | UN 31HA1/Y — Packing Groups II & III | |
330 Gallon Caged IBC Totes
Larger capacity composite IBC totes — equivalent to six standard 55-gallon drums per container.
| Specification | New Tote (T330) | Rebottled (R330) |
|---|---|---|
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 150 lbs (68 kg) | 155 lbs (70 kg) |
| Tank (Bottle) Only Weight | 75 lbs (34 kg) | 75 lbs (34 kg) (new bottle) |
| Cage Only Weight | 75 lbs (34 kg) | 80 lbs (36 kg) (refurbished) |
| Full Weight — Water | 2,902 lbs (1,316 kg) | 2,907 lbs (1,319 kg) |
| Full Weight — 1.9 SG Liquid | 5,407 lbs (2,453 kg) | 5,412 lbs (2,455 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (Rated) | 2,870 lbs (1,302 kg) | 2,870 lbs (1,302 kg) |
| Max Payload Capacity | 2,720 lbs (1,234 kg) | 2,715 lbs (1,232 kg) |
| Specific Gravity Rating | 1.9 SG (15.8 lbs/gal max) | 1.9 SG (15.8 lbs/gal max) |
| Volume Capacity | 330 gallons (1,249 liters) | 330 gallons (1,249 liters) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 48″ × 40″ × 53″ (122 × 102 × 135 cm) | 48″ × 40″ × 53″ (122 × 102 × 135 cm) |
| UN/DOT Rating | UN 31HA1/Y — Packing Groups II & III | |
120 Gallon Stackable IBC Totes
All-PlasticRotationally molded, all-HDPE square stackable totes by Snyder Industries®. No steel cage — ideal for corrosion-sensitive environments and high-density stacking.
| Specification | Standard Stackable | Premium Stackable |
|---|---|---|
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 95 lbs (43 kg) | 110 lbs (50 kg) |
| Full Weight — Water | 1,096 lbs (497 kg) | 1,111 lbs (504 kg) |
| Full Weight — 1.9 SG Liquid | 2,371 lbs (1,075 kg) | 2,386 lbs (1,082 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (Rated) | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) | 1,200 lbs (544 kg) |
| Max Payload Capacity | 1,105 lbs (501 kg) | 1,090 lbs (494 kg) |
| Specific Gravity Rating | 1.9 SG | 1.9 SG |
| Volume Capacity | 120 gallons (454 liters) | 120 gallons (454 liters) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 45″ × 45″ × 39″ (114 × 114 × 99 cm) | 45″ × 45″ × 39″ (114 × 114 × 99 cm) |
| Wall Thickness | 0.50″ (rotational mold) | 0.50″ (rotational mold) |
| UN/DOT Rating | UN 31H2 — Packing Groups II & III | |
| Base Type | Heavy-duty (HD) platform base | HD platform + anti-teeter cross bars |
| Forklift / Pallet Jack | 4-way forklift | 4-way forklift, 2-way pallet jack |
220 Gallon Stackable IBC Totes
All-Plastic| Specification | Standard Stackable | Premium Stackable |
|---|---|---|
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 125 lbs (57 kg) | 140 lbs (64 kg) |
| Full Weight — Water | 1,960 lbs (889 kg) | 1,975 lbs (896 kg) |
| Full Weight — 1.9 SG Liquid | 4,297 lbs (1,949 kg) | 4,312 lbs (1,956 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (Rated) | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) | 2,000 lbs (907 kg) |
| Max Payload Capacity | 1,875 lbs (850 kg) | 1,860 lbs (844 kg) |
| Specific Gravity Rating | 1.9 SG | 1.9 SG |
| Volume Capacity | 220 gallons (833 liters) | 220 gallons (833 liters) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 45″ × 45″ × 45″ (114 × 114 × 114 cm) | 45″ × 45″ × 45″ (114 × 114 × 114 cm) |
| UN/DOT Rating | UN 31H2 — Packing Groups II & III | |
| Base Type | Heavy-duty (HD) platform base | HD platform + anti-teeter cross bars |
275 Gallon Stackable IBC Totes
All-Plastic| Specification | Standard Stackable | Premium Stackable |
|---|---|---|
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 145 lbs (66 kg) | 160 lbs (73 kg) |
| Full Weight — Water | 2,439 lbs (1,106 kg) | 2,454 lbs (1,113 kg) |
| Full Weight — 1.9 SG Liquid | 5,369 lbs (2,436 kg) | 5,384 lbs (2,443 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (Rated) | 2,645 lbs (1,200 kg) | 2,645 lbs (1,200 kg) |
| Max Payload Capacity | 2,500 lbs (1,134 kg) | 2,485 lbs (1,127 kg) |
| Specific Gravity Rating | 1.9 SG | 1.9 SG |
| Volume Capacity | 275 gallons (1,041 liters) | 275 gallons (1,041 liters) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 45″ × 45″ × 47″ (114 × 114 × 119 cm) | 45″ × 45″ × 47″ (114 × 114 × 119 cm) |
| UN/DOT Rating | UN 31H2 — Packing Groups II & III | |
| Base Type | Heavy-duty (HD) platform base | HD platform + anti-teeter cross bars |
330 Gallon Stackable IBC Totes
All-Plastic| Specification | Standard Stackable | Premium Stackable |
|---|---|---|
| Tare (Empty) Weight | 160 lbs (73 kg) | 175 lbs (79 kg) |
| Full Weight — Water | 2,912 lbs (1,321 kg) | 2,927 lbs (1,328 kg) |
| Full Weight — 1.9 SG Liquid | 6,445 lbs (2,924 kg) | 6,460 lbs (2,931 kg) |
| Max Gross Weight (Rated) | 2,870 lbs (1,302 kg) | 2,870 lbs (1,302 kg) |
| Max Payload Capacity | 2,710 lbs (1,229 kg) | 2,695 lbs (1,223 kg) |
| Specific Gravity Rating | 1.9 SG | 1.9 SG |
| Volume Capacity | 330 gallons (1,249 liters) | 330 gallons (1,249 liters) |
| Dimensions (L × W × H) | 45″ × 45″ × 53″ (114 × 114 × 135 cm) | 45″ × 45″ × 53″ (114 × 114 × 135 cm) |
| UN/DOT Rating | UN 31H2 — Packing Groups II & III | |
| Base Type | Heavy-duty (HD) platform base | HD platform + anti-teeter cross bars |
Complete Weight Comparison — All Models
Side-by-side comparison of tare weight, water-filled weight, and max gross weight across every IBC tote model.
| Model | Gallons | Type | Tare Weight | Full (Water) | Max Gross | SG Rating | UN Code |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caged Composite IBC Totes (HDPE + Steel Cage) | |||||||
| 275 Gal New (T275) | 275 | Caged | 135 lbs | 2,428 lbs | 2,645 lbs | 1.9 | 31HA1/Y |
| 275 Gal Rebottled (R275) | 275 | Caged | 140 lbs | 2,433 lbs | 2,645 lbs | 1.9 | 31HA1/Y |
| 330 Gal New (T330) | 330 | Caged | 150 lbs | 2,902 lbs | 2,870 lbs | 1.9 | 31HA1/Y |
| 330 Gal Rebottled (R330) | 330 | Caged | 155 lbs | 2,907 lbs | 2,870 lbs | 1.9 | 31HA1/Y |
| All-Plastic Stackable IBC Totes (Snyder Industries®) | |||||||
| 120 Gal Standard | 120 | Stackable | 95 lbs | 1,096 lbs | 1,200 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 120 Gal Premium | 120 | Stackable | 110 lbs | 1,111 lbs | 1,200 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 220 Gal Standard | 220 | Stackable | 125 lbs | 1,960 lbs | 2,000 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 220 Gal Premium | 220 | Stackable | 140 lbs | 1,975 lbs | 2,000 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 275 Gal Standard | 275 | Stackable | 145 lbs | 2,439 lbs | 2,645 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 275 Gal Premium | 275 | Stackable | 160 lbs | 2,454 lbs | 2,645 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 330 Gal Standard | 330 | Stackable | 160 lbs | 2,912 lbs | 2,870 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
| 330 Gal Premium | 330 | Stackable | 175 lbs | 2,927 lbs | 2,870 lbs | 1.9 | 31H2 |
IBC Weight Calculator
Calculate the total weight of any IBC tote when filled with a liquid of known specific gravity.
Water = 1.0 · Diesel = 0.85 · Honey = 1.42
Tare Weight
135 lbs
Liquid Weight
2,294 lbs
Total Weight
2,429 lbs
Total (kg)
1,102 kg
Weight & Volume Conversions
Quick reference for common conversions used in IBC tote operations.
Water Weight per Gallon
8.34 lbs
3.78 kg per gallon
1 Gallon
3.785 L
Liters per US gallon
1 Pound
0.454 kg
Kilograms per pound
1 Kilogram
2.205 lbs
Pounds per kilogram
1.9 SG per Gallon
15.85 lbs
Max rated liquid weight
1.35 SG per Gallon
11.26 lbs
Economy rating liquid weight
275 Gal → 55 Gal Drums
5 Drums
Equivalent capacity
330 Gal → 55 Gal Drums
6 Drums
Equivalent capacity
| Liquid | Specific Gravity | Weight per Gallon | 275 Gal IBC — Liquid Only | 330 Gal IBC — Liquid Only |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Water | 1.00 | 8.34 lbs | 2,294 lbs | 2,752 lbs |
| Diesel Fuel | 0.85 | 7.09 lbs | 1,950 lbs | 2,340 lbs |
| Motor Oil | 0.88 | 7.34 lbs | 2,019 lbs | 2,422 lbs |
| Corn Syrup | 1.33 | 11.09 lbs | 3,050 lbs | 3,660 lbs |
| Honey | 1.42 | 11.84 lbs | 3,256 lbs | 3,907 lbs |
| Glycerin | 1.26 | 10.51 lbs | 2,890 lbs | 3,468 lbs |
| Sulfuric Acid (93%) | 1.84 | 15.35 lbs | 4,221 lbs | 5,066 lbs |
| Sodium Hydroxide (50%) | 1.53 | 12.76 lbs | 3,509 lbs | 4,211 lbs |
Important Notes & Disclaimers
- All weights listed are approximate. Actual tare weights may vary ±5–10 lbs between individual totes due to manufacturing tolerances, cage gauge variations, and valve/accessory configurations.
- Never exceed the rated maximum gross weight of any IBC container. Overloading voids UN/DOT certification, compromises structural integrity, and creates serious safety hazards during transport and handling.
- “Full Weight — Water” calculations use 8.34 lbs/gal. Actual water weight can vary slightly with temperature (warmer water is less dense).
- “Full Weight — 1.9 SG” represents the theoretical maximum fill weight at rated specific gravity. In practice, most operators fill to 95–98% capacity to allow for thermal expansion.
- Rebottled IBC weights include a brand-new HDPE tank but a reconditioned (cleaned, inspected, recertified) steel cage. Cage weights may vary slightly from new cages.
- Stackable IBC totes (UN 31H2) are all-plastic — their tare weights do not include a steel cage, making them significantly lighter than caged models of the same volume.
- When calculating shipping or freight costs, always use the actual scale weight of the loaded tote, not theoretical calculations. Regulatory penalties for misdeclared weights can be substantial.
- For UN/DOT regulated shipments, the total gross weight must not exceed the value marked on the IBC’s certification plate/label.
- Premium stackable IBC totes weigh more than standard models due to the enhanced base design with anti-teeter cross bars and additional structural reinforcement.
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