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33 gallon long tank: dimensions & setup math

48 × 13 × 13 inches (L × W × H). Rounded planning dimensions; measure your tank.

35.12 geometric US gal · 132.93 L

33 nominal gal · about 399.54 lb with water, estimated glass and 2-inch gravel.

Estimated working water uses 85% of nominal: 28.05 US gal. The volume tool instead applies 85% to geometric volume. Neither is a measured fill.

Eight answers for this tank

Plan around this footprint

This 33 gallon long plan uses 48 × 13 × 13 inches and 624 in² of floor. Compared with the 30 gallon (432 in²), its footprint is 44.44% larger. Medium setup: place equipment so water circulates along the full length, including behind hardscape.

Dimensions and limits

Aqueon size chart. Listed dimensions are representative, not exact catalog measurements. Names identify marketed sizes; geometry explains why the calculated gallons can differ. Weight excludes the stand, rocks and equipment.