For a fixed 65-gallon potable tank in a camper, bus or off-grid cabin.
Amazon $249.95The RecPro 65 Gallon RV Fresh Water Tank and the Bushman 55 Gallon Plastic Drum are evenly matched, rated 3.1 and 3.1. The RecPro 65 Gallon RV Fresh Water Tank leads on potable claims. The Bushman 55 Gallon Plastic Drum wins on features. The Bushman 55 Gallon Plastic Drum costs $29.96 less ($219.99 vs $249.95).
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For bulk water you will pump or siphon out, at the lowest price per gallon of the 55-gallon tanks.
Amazon $219.99Which should you buy?
- Choose the RecPro 65 Gallon RV Fresh Water Tank for potable claims (NSF certified, BPA free vs food-grade).
- Choose the Bushman 55 Gallon Plastic Drum for features (stackable, UV resistant vs 0.5 in. outlet fitting).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every 50 gallons and up water storage tank; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | RecPro 65 Gallon RV Fresh Water Tank | Bushman 55 Gallon Plastic Drum |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 40% | 64 $3.85 per gallon ($249.95, 65 gal) | 61 $4 per gallon ($219.99, 55 gal) |
| Potable claims 25% | 70 NSF certified, BPA free | 30 food-grade |
| Features 20% | 20 0.5 in. outlet fitting | 65 stackable, UV resistant |
| Warranty 15% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| RecPro 65 Gallon RV Fresh Water Tank | Bushman 55 Gallon Plastic Drum | |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | ||
| Total capacity | 65 gal | 55 gal |
| Containers | 1 tank | 1 tank |
| Size (each) | 44.5 x 19 x 17.2 in | 22.5 x 22.5 x 34.8 in |
| Water safety | ||
| Material | Polyethylene | HDPE |
| NSF certified | Yes | - |
| Food grade | - | Yes |
| BPA free | Yes | - |
| Features | ||
| Spigot or outlet | 0.5 in. outlet | None |
| Stackable | No | Yes |
| UV resistant | - | Yes |
| Made in USA | Yes | - |
