Aquarium manufacturers and recommended aquarium length

[JumboShrimp]

If you do go with an 8' tank, and you want curbside delivery, check to make sure a truck with a gate-lift an handle the total size (including the crate).

 

[IamChrismWard]

I've been very happy with my Glasscages tanks. I had them build me a custom 120 about 18 months ago and absolutely love it. I bought a used one of their tanks about a year ago for a frag system, and just received my quote yesterday for my 3rd tank from them that I'll be purchasing as soon as Christmas shopping is done.

 

[Pntbll687]

So my biggest decision i have to make is tank length. Other than keeping a larger Naso Tang, how do I decide on going for a 6,7 or the 8 footer. What are the advantages and challenges for going to the 6 footer vs the 8 footer?

I would take into account what you want the tank to be. SPS reef, mixed reef, softy, or fowler.

Lighting and flow will become a challenge on an 8ft tank and costs add up quick. Going from 6 to 8ft will add 25% to lighting at a minimum, and probably 50% to cost of powerheads.

 

[Ashish Patel]

If you do go with an 8' tank, and you want curbside delivery, check to make sure a truck with a gate-lift an handle the total size (including the crate).

Good point. My delivery driver pallet jack couldnt support the tank and it even broke section of pallet and slid some (see last pic). I honestly felt I was going to get crushed alive! Anyways, I avoided lift gate fee since $100 always get the driver to help me bring in to the garage but its not worth the risk. Get extra help and equipment as its not worth the risk