In case of unforeseen road circumstances, the car must have a gas canister. It does not take up much space, but in difficult times will provide invaluable assistance. A tank designed for storing and carrying gasoline has a number of specific features. For this reason, do not replace it with anything else.
The gas canister has a convenient carry handle; cruciform stiffeners reinforcing the capacity; reliable cover with a gear latch that prevents leakage; flexible plastic tube for convenient fuel drainage.
The lightest and most silent canisters are made of plastic. But this material quickly fails, so it requires constant inspection for leaks.
The most durable and durable cans are made of aluminum and stainless steel. They can store fuel for a long time. Aluminum is also suitable for water. A great advantage of steel tanks is their corrosion resistance.
Metal gas cans are classified into horizontal and vertical. As a rule, they are available in 5, 10, 20 liters. The wall thickness and the number of handles depend on the volume. So, 20-liter containers are most often equipped with an additional third handle, which allows you to carry them together.
The horizontal canister is convenient in that it eliminates the possibility of tipping over inside the machine. Vertical has a smaller wall thickness, but is equipped with stiffeners to increase strength. For its stability, manufacturers offer special holders for cans.
In addition to them, there is an expeditionary canister for gasoline, designed to transport fuel in extreme conditions. It is made of high-strength polymer material and is able to withstand heavy loads during operation. This feature allows you to use the canister off-road as a sandbox. The specific shape, light weight and dimensions make it possible to fix it anywhere on the machine, both inside and outside.
Some drivers prefer a combined canister designed to store gasoline and other liquids (water, oil). This model consists of two containers of different volumes. A tubular corrugated nozzle is stored in the space between them. There is also a collapsible container made of oilcloth, designed only for carrying fuel.
A gas canister, the price of which is made up of material, volume and quality, can be cheap or expensive. Of course, the cheapest is plastic. The average price for a five-liter capacity ranges from 250-400 rubles, for 10 liters - 400-500, for 20 liters - 550-1000 rubles. The price of a steel tank is approximately 600-800 rubles per 10 liters. and 800-1500 rubles per 20 liters. The most expensive canister for gasoline is aluminum. It is more expensive than steel, usually about 300 rubles.
You should not make the choice of canister, proceeding only from the price. If you are going to use it not for carrying, but for storing fuel, focus on reliability and quality. This will prevent an unwanted hazardous situation and preserve your health.