Gas Bottle Sizes
MPANDE Gas has your LPG gas storage needs covered. From small 4kg and 9kg Swap ‘N’ Go refill bottles for camping and Braais to large 210kg cylinders delivered to your home or business in South Africa, Mpande Gas has the service and prices you’re looking for.
LPG Gas Bottle and Cylinder Sizes
LPG gas bottles sizes for home (LPG gas cylinder sizes) are grouped by gas bottle sizes, specifications, and applications.
LPG gas bottle sizes for home (propane gas bottle sizes) specifications
210kg, 90kg & 45kg gas bottle dimensions, gas bottle sizes-gas cylinder sizes, gas cylinder dimensions & cylinder capacity.
Industrial LPG Cylinder – LPG Gas Bottle Sizes – LPG Tank Sizes
Larger LPG tank sizes from 0.5 tonnes up to 50 tonnes and larger. A good conversion rate to remember for cylinder capacity is that 1 kilogram is approximately equal to 1.96 litre of LPG.
Forklift Gas Bottle – Forklift Gas for LPG Forklift:
Forklift Gas Bottle Sizes (LPG gas cylinder sizes) specifications: 15kg and 18kg gas bottle sizes- gas cylinder sizes , gas bottle dimensions & cylinder capacity.
Braai Gas Bottle for BBQ Gas Refill – BBQ Gas Bottle Sizes
(propane gas bottle sizes) specifications: 4kg* and 9kg gas bottle dimensions & cylinder capacity.
Is LPG bottled gas?
Bottled gas is a flammable hydrocarbon gas liquefied through pressure and stored in gas bottles or gas cylinders. LPG is also called bottled gas, along with propane, butane and mixtures of these gases. There is no Argon gas contained in gas cylinders. Bottled gas comes from natural gas processing and oil refining. Bottled gas is stored in LPG bottles, cylinders or larger vessels and is used for heating, hot water, cooking, auto fuel and other applications.
Domestic gas bottle sizes, gas bottle dimensions, LPG gas cylinder sizes and volumes
LPG gas cylinder sizes and volumes (LPG gas bottle sizes), 45kg gas bottle dimensions, 90 kg gas bottle dimensions, 210 kg gas bottle dimensions, cylinder capacity, domestic LPG gas cylinder weight, empty gas cylinder weight, full gas cylinder weight, domestic LPG gas cylinder dimensions, LPG cylinder capacity in litres, LPG cylinder height, cylinder diameter and LPG energy content chart. All are included in the following gas cylinder sizes and volumes (cylinder capacity) chart:
Gas Bottle Dimensions & LPG Cylinder Sizes
The following chart contains gas bottle dimensions for the three most common LPG gas bottles sizes for home use. The LPG cylinder capacity generally refers to the volume of an LPG cylinder, so litres is the more technically correct terminology.
| Gas Cylinder-Bottle Dimensions | 45kg Gas Bottle Size-Gas Cylinder Sizes | 90 kg Gas Bottle Size-Gas Cylinder Sizes | 210kg LPG Gas Bottle Sizes-Gas Cylinder Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diameter | 375 mm | 510 mm | 765 mm |
| Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Capacity | 88L | 176L | 411L |
| Tare Wt | 33 kg | 65 kg | 140 kg |
| Full Wt | 78 kg | 155 kg | 350 kg |
| Energy | 2205MJ | 4410MJ | 10,290MJ |
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LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG bottle sizes), dimensions and domestic gas cylinder weight shown are approximate. Actual LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG gas cylinder sizes), cylinder capacity & gas bottle dimensions may vary by manufacturer, as there are no standard gas bottle sizes (propane bottle sizes).
This page looks at LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG bottle sizes), gas bottle dimensions, cylinder capacity, domestic gas cylinder weight, propane gas bottle sizes & specifications, which are for 210kg, 90 kg gas bottle and 45kg gas bottle dimensions and gas bottle sizes South Africa (LP gas bottles sizes).
Please see illustrated LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG gas cylinder sizes), cylinder capacity & gas bottle dimensions chart with gas cylinder sizes and volumes (propane gas bottle sizes) below.
We also offer local, safe & reliable 45kg LPG gas bottle refill – bottled gas supply options for your home.
*Actual fill of a “9kg” LPG gas bottle size refill is 8.5kg. Actual fill of a “4kg” LPG gas bottle size refill is 3.7kg
Cylinder capacity
Cylinder capacity is generally expressed in litres, similar to water capacity, or kilograms. The cylinder capacity generally refers to the volume of a cylinder. A good conversion rate to remember for cylinder capacity is that 1 kilogram is approximately equal to 1.96 litre of LPG.
The formula to calculate cylinder capacity is the formula for cylinder volume. Cylinder capacity volume = πr²h
However, because of the LPG 20% allowance for ullage, you must subtract 20% from the overall cylinder volume. So, the formula changes for LPG: LPG cylinder capacity volume = (πr²h)×.80
| Cylinder Capacity Type | 45kg Gas Bottle Size-Gas Cylinder Sizes | 90 kg Gas Bottle Size-Gas Cylinder Sizes | 210kg LPG Gas Bottle Sizes-Gas Cylinder Sizes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 88L | 176L | 411L |
| Weight | 45kg | 90kg | 210kg |
| Full Wt | 78 kg | 155 kg | 350 kg |
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LPG cylinder height
A 45 kg LPG cylinder height is 1250mm. A 90 kg LPG cylinder height is 1300mm whilst a 210 kg LPG cylinder height is 1450mm. LPG gas cylinder height also varies by manufacturer.
What is an LPG cylinder
LPG gas bottles are used for the storage and transportation of LPG, a portable fuel that can go anywhere. The size of the LPG gas bottles required is dependent upon the quantity of gas needed.
Gas Bottles
Gas bottles are typically steel or aluminium vessels for storing the common LPG gases – propane or butane. All Mpande gas bottles meet stringent South African standards.
LPG is a portable fuel that can go anywhere. LPG gas bottles are used for the storage and transportation of the LPG. LPG gas bottles sizes are contingent upon the usage, the requisite volume of gas and the location of the gas bottle installation. High volume users prefer larger LPG gas tank sizes.
Braai gas bottles come in 4kg & 9kg gas bottle dimensions. The cylinder capacity of small LPG gas bottles make them perfect for braais and camping.
Gas Bottles
Gas Bottles: All Types – LPG Gas Bottle Sizes – Gas Bottle Dimensions – Domestic LPG Bottle Dimensions.
This table shows all types of gas bottles, from small 4kg BBQ gas bottles to large 210kg LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG gas cylinder sizes). It includes gas bottle dimensions for all LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG bottle sizes) including 45kg gas bottle dimensions…
This table shows all types of gas bottles, from small 4kg BBQ gas bottles to large 210kg LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG gas cylinder sizes). It includes gas bottle dimensions for all LPG gas bottle sizes (LPG bottle sizes) including 45kg gas bottle dimensions…
| LPG Gas Bottle Sizes/Type LPG Gas Cylinder Sizes | Height | Diameter | Cylinder Capacity | Tare Weight | Full Weight | Energy Content |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4kg BBQ Gas Bottle | 345-450 mm | 240-265 mm | 7.25L | 4.5-6.6 kg | 8.2-10.3 kg | 181 MJ |
| 9kg BBQ Gas Bottle | 450-525 mm | 309-335 mm | 16.66L | 7.8-10.4 kg | 16.3-19.0 kg | 417 MJ |
| 15kg Forklift Gas Bottle* | 735 mm | 305 mm | 29.4L | 9.7 kg | 24.7 kg | 735 MJ |
| 18kg Forklift Gas Bottle | 830 mm | 310 mm | 35.3L | 18.0 kg | 36.0 kg | 882 MJ |
| 45kg Gas Bottle | 1250 mm | 375 mm | 88L | 33 kg | 78 kg | 2205 MJ |
| 90 kg Gas Bottle | 1380 mm | 510 mm | 176L | 65 kg | 155 kg | 4410 MJ |
| 210kg Gas Bottle | 1460 mm | 765 mm | 411L | 140 kg | 350 kg | 10,290 MJ |
| *15kg aluminium gas bottle. Actual gas bottle sizes, cylinder capacity & weights may vary. Some numbers are rounded. | ||||||
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Domestic LPG gas bottle dimensions and domestic gas bottle weight shown are approximate. Actual LPG gas bottle sizes, cylinder capacity & gas bottle dimensions may vary by manufacturer, as there is no standard gas bottle size in South Africa.
Illustrated LPG gas bottle sizes for home – gas bottle dimensions chart
The following are LPG gas bottles for home, including the typical LPG gas bottle sizes, cylinder capacity, gas bottle dimensions and volumes.
Using more than one 45 kg gas cylinder
The typical kind of gas bottle exchange installation is two 45 kg gas cylinder. The two gas bottles are linked by a changeover valve. When one cylinder goes empty, you flip the valve over to the full cylinder. This is your reminder to order a fresh 45 kg gas cylinder.
Gas bottle exchange
A gas bottle exchange system is a practical method of delivering LPG for both home and business. With this supply method, we provide you with one or more 45 kg gas cylinders. Your LPG delivery driver will then come to your home and exchange a full bottle for your empty one.
45 kg gas bottle refill (exchange) price
Our 45 kg gas bottle prices (45 kg gas bottle refill price) is based on the world benchmark price we can change monthly. It also depends on your distance from our depot and whether you get your supply by gas bottle exchange (gas bottle replacement) or tanker refill. Please ring our friendly customer service team to get a great price.
LPG gas bottle-cylinder size chart
| LPG Gas Bottle Sizes | Diameter | Height | Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45kg | 375mm | 1250mm | 88 litres |
| 90kg | 510mm | 1300mm | 176 litres |
| 210kg | 760mm | 1450mm | 411 litres |
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Typical gas bottle sizes shown. Actual dimensions may vary.
45kg Gas Bottle – 45 kg LPG Cylinder Sizes – 45kg Gas Bottle Dimensions – 45 kg LPG Cylinder Dimensions – 45 kg Gas Cylinder Sizes
A 45kg gas bottle (45 kg LPG cylinder) can be exchanged or refilled onsite via LPG refill tanker trucks.
A typical installation is two 45kg, so you can switch LPG gas bottles while awaiting an exchange or LPG refill of the empty.
The larger 90 kg gas bottle dimensions are approximately 510mm LPG gas cylinder diameter, 1380mm in LPG gas cylinder height and 176L of cylinder capacity.
The largest domestic gas bottle dimensions are for a 210kg gas bottle at about 765mm LPG gas cylinder diameter, 1460mm in LPG gas cylinder height and 411L of cylinder capacity.
LPG gas bottle dimensions quoted are approximate. Actual gas bottle-cylinder dimensions may vary by manufacturer, as there are no standard gas cylinder sizes, cylinder capacity & gas bottle dimensions (propane bottle sizes).
A typical installation is two 45kg, so you can switch LPG gas bottles while awaiting an exchange or LPG refill of the empty.
The larger 90 kg gas bottle dimensions are approximately 510mm LPG gas cylinder diameter, 1380mm in LPG gas cylinder height and 176L of cylinder capacity.
The largest domestic gas bottle dimensions are for a 210kg gas bottle at about 765mm LPG gas cylinder diameter, 1460mm in LPG gas cylinder height and 411L of cylinder capacity.
LPG gas bottle dimensions quoted are approximate. Actual gas bottle-cylinder dimensions may vary by manufacturer, as there are no standard gas cylinder sizes, cylinder capacity & gas bottle dimensions (propane bottle sizes).
45kg gas bottle dimensions (45 kg LPG gas cylinder sizes – dimensions), cylinder capacity and 45 kg weight include:
- Height of 45 kg gas bottle is 1250mm
- 45 kg LPG cylinder diameter of 375mm
- 45kg gas bottle tare weight of 33 kg
- 45 kg LPG cylinder full weight of 78 kg
- 45kg gas bottle are the most common gas cylinder sizes and are the standard LPG gas bottles for home use.
9kg gas bottle
A 9kg gas bottle is considered the standard size Braai gas bottle and is roughly equivalent to a 20 lb propane tank. 9kg represents the nominal weight of the gas contents. A 9kg gas bottle weighs approximately 17.5 kg when full, so it is very portable. 9kg gas bottle dimensions vary according to the manufacturer.
A 9kg gas bottle weighs 16.3–19.0 kg* when full. The weight variation is in the empty 9kg gas bottle weight, do to manufacturing variances. 9kg refers to the weight of the contents on
| BBQ Gas Bottle Sizes – Cylinder Type/Size | Height | Diameter | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4kg LPG Gas Bottle Sizes & Dimensions Gas Cylinder Sizes – Cylinder Capacity | 345–450 mm | 240–265 mm | |
| 9kg Gas Bottle Sizes & Dimensions Gas Cylinder Sizes – Cylinder Capacity | 450–525 mm | 309–335 mm | |
| 4kg & 9kg gas bottle dimensions-sizes & weights shown are approximate. | |||
How does a gas bottle work
Every time you turn on one of your gas appliances, the LPG gas bottle works, with your gas starting to boil. If you could see though the steel, you would also notice that it looks just like water boiling.
The big difference is that it happens at -42°C or -44°F.
This is vaporisation, which is how LPG – propane – goes from liquid to vapour (gas).To boil, the liquid LPG draws heat from the steel walls of the LPG gas cylinder (propane tank) which, in turn, works by getting heat from the ambient air. LPG liquid boils and turns back into gas vapour when you release some of the pressure in the gas bottle (propane tank) by turning on your gas appliance.
Gas bottle level – full at 80%
The proper gas bottle level when full is at the 80% mark. This is to allow for expansion of the gas, if it gets warm, for gas bottle safety.
The expansion space is called ullage. The gas bottle is designed oversized to allow for this space and still provide the full amount of gas.
The LPG gas vapour is held in the top of the bottle and the liquid LPG at the bottom, as shown in the accompanying image. Almost all of the uses for LPG involve the use of the gas vapour, not the liquefied gas.
LPG Tank Sizes & Dimensions Chart
| LPG Tank Sizes Propane Gas Tank Sizes Capacity (tonnes) | LPG Tank Sizes Propane Gas Tank Sizes Diameter (mm) | LPG Tank Sizes Propane Gas Tank Sizes Length (mm) |
|---|---|---|
| 0.5 | 915 | 2250 |
| 1 | 1065 | 2690 |
| 2 | 1220 | 3920 |
| 2.5 | 1220 | 5940 |
| 3 | 1220 | 7960 |
45kg Gas Bottle Dimensions:
A typical installation has two 45kg gas bottles.
45kg is used for Home Gas Bottle Refill Exchange Service.
LPG storage vessel is also used with our Automatic Tanker LPG Refill Delivery Service.
- Diameter: 375mm
- Height: 1250mm
- Capacity: 88 Litres
90 kg gas bottle dimensions:
A typical installation has one 90 kg gas bottle.
90 kg gas bottle sizes are also used with our Underground LPG Storage System.
90 kg gas bottle dimensions:
- Diameter: 510mm
- Height: 1380mm
- Capacity: 176 Litres
210 kg LPG gas bottle dimensions:
210 kg LPG gas cylinder sizes (propane bottle sizes) are provided for high volume use.
Larger storage vessels are also available, when needed.
- Diameter: 765mm
- Height: 1460mm
- Capacity: 411 Litres
FAQs
Gas bottle sizes available in South Africa are 4kg, 9kg, 15kg, 45kg, 90kg and 210kg. Whether you need Swap‘n’Go small bottle exchange for a home BBQ or a long-lasting LPG gas supply to keep your business running, we have what you’re looking for at Mpande Gas.
This will depend on your short-term or long-term LPG needs. Speak to a Mpand Gas expert about reliable LPG gas solutions for your home or business. To put you in the picture: South African households use one or two 45kg gas bottles annually, depending on household hot water, cooking and heating systems.
Refer to the size charts on this page. Your gas cylinder meets South African standards for size and weight. If you are still uncertain, contact Mpande Gas regarding cylinder size and any other questions you have about our LPG gas delivery and refill service.