49 CFR 179.300-3 - Type and general requirements.

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Title 49 - Transportation last revised: Mar 20, 2025

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§ 179.300-3 - Type and general requirements.

(a) Tanks built under this specification shall be cylindrical, circular in cross section, and shall have heads of approved design. All openings shall be located in the heads.

(b) Each tank shall have a water capacity of at least 1500 pounds and not more than 2600 pounds.

(c) For tanks made in foreign countries, a chemical analysis of materials and all tests as specified shall be carried out within the limits of the United States under the supervision of a competent and impartial inspector.

authority: 49 U.S.C. 5101-5128; 49 CFR 1.81 and 1.97

source: 29 FR 18995, Dec. 29, 1964, unless otherwise noted. Redesignated at 32 FR 5606, Apr. 5, 1967.

cite as: 49 CFR 179.300-3