For over 30 years, Pioneer Water Tanks has been delivering high-quality rainwater storage solutions to Australian families.
Designed to complement your home and surroundings, a Pioneer water tank seamlessly integrates into your property rather than standing out as an eyesore.
With a range of colors and finishes, your tank can be both a practical asset and an attractive feature of your home.
On average, a rural household needs around 30,000 litres of water storage per person to ensure a reliable supply.
Curious about how much rainwater you can collect from your roof? Use our easy-to-use calculator to estimate your potential water harvest based on your catchment area.
Pioneer Water Tanks come in a range of sizes to meet your specific water storage needs.
The capacities listed in the table represent gross volumes, while the actual usable storage may vary based on the placement of inlets and outlets.
MODEL | Diameter | Height | Litres | Gallons |
|---|---|---|---|---|
GT10 | 2.67m | 2.18m | 12,200 | 2,600 |
GT20 | 3.34m | 2.18m | 19,100 | 4,200 |
GT30 | 4.01m | 2.18m | 27,542 | 6,053 |
GT40 | 4.68m | 2.18m | 37,574 | 8,258 |
GT50 | 5.35m | 2.18m | 48,963 | 10,761 |
GT60 | 6.02m | 2.18m | 62,111 | 13,651 |
GT80 | 6.69m | 2.18m | 76,504 | 16,814 |
GT90 | 7.35m | 2.18m | 92,570 | 20,345 |
GT110 | 8.02m | 2.18m | 110,116 | 24,212 |
GT130 | 8.69m | 2.18m | 129,292 | 28,416 |
GT150 | 9.36m | 2.18m | 149,948 | 32,956 |
GT170 | 10.03m | 2.18m | 172,134 | 37,832 |
GT200 | 10.70m | 2.18m | 195,851 | 43,044 |
GT220 | 11.36m | 2.18m | 221,604 | 48,704 |
GT250 | 12.03m | 2.18m | 247,874 | 54,478 |
GT280 | 12.70m | 2.18m | 276,180 | 60,751 |
GTi291 | 10.70m | 3.23m | 290,632 | 63,876 |
GTi328 | 11.36m | 3.23m | 328,096 | 72,109 |
GTi328 | 12.03m | 3.23m | 367,831 | 80,784 |
GTi410 | 12.70m | 3.23m | 409,860 | 90,157 |
GTi454 | 13.37m | 3.23m | 454,112 | 99,891 |
GTi501 | 14.04m | 3.23m | 500,065 | 500,065 |
Wet systems use an underground network of pipes to channel rainwater collected from your roof directly into your tank.
These systems are called “wet systems” because the pipes remain filled with water until additional rainfall flows from the gutters, pushing the stored water into the tank.
Dry systems offer a straightforward approach to rainwater collection, with water flowing directly from the roof into the tank.
Known as “dry systems,” these setups ensure the pipes remain empty between rainfalls, as water is not retained in the system once the rain stops.
Collect rainwater directly from your tank roof with Pioneer’s exclusive Smart Water Savers. This innovative system eliminates the need for gutters, reducing debris and contamination while allowing you to harvest up to 25% of your tank’s capacity efficiently.
Why install two rainwater tanks when one can do the job? With a single, space-efficient, and cost-effective Pioneer Water Tank, you can seamlessly combine your domestic water supply and fire storage, ensuring reliability and peace of mind.
Engineered for durability, the Pioneer V-LOCK® wall profile offers exceptional strength and internal support, ensuring your tank stands the test of time.
Paired with the AQUALINER Fresh® antimicrobial tank liner, your water stays fresher, cleaner, and healthier for longer.
Pioneer Water Tanks has been designing and manufacturing rural water tanks for over 30 years. Their commitment to quality and durability is backed by the exclusive Pioneer 20/20 warranty, offering customers long-term peace of mind.
That means a 20-year conditional structural warranty, in addition to a 20-year conditional warranty gainst water leakage (only applicable for tank models GT10—GT280.)
We are a Pioneer Authorised Dealer, so you can rest assured that you will be dealing with the knowledge and experience of a local family business.
Pioneer, has been designing and manufacturing rural water tanks for over 30 years, and we’re so confident in their durability that all of our tanks come with our exclusive Pioneer 20/20 warranty.
Your rainwater tank should complement your home and reflect your personal style. That’s why Pioneer Water Tanks offers a variety of colors and optional features, allowing you to customize your tank to suit your needs and surroundings.
The average Australian uses around 120,000 litres of water per year. Fortunately, this doesn’t mean each person in a household requires that much water storage. These figures are based largely on suburban usage, where significant water is used for irrigation and toilet flushing. In contrast, rural and semi-rural homes typically consume much less water.
Pioneer Water Tanks estimates that a rural household generally needs about 30,000 litres of water storage per person. Tanks exceeding this size are usually adequate for most households relying solely on rainwater. However, actual water storage needs will vary depending on annual rainfall and the catchment area of the home.
Most poly rainwater tank manufacturers offer capacities up to 50,000 litres, which may not be adequate for households fully reliant on rainwater—particularly those with more than one or two occupants.
Pioneer Water Tanks offers a wide range of high-quality steel water tanks, with capacities starting at 12,200 litres and extending up to 500,000 litres. For larger or more specialised storage requirements, custom solutions are also available for commercial and industrial applications.
As water storage needs increase, steel tanks from Pioneer Water Tanks present a cost-effective and dependable long-term solution.
The space required for a rainwater tank will depend on its size. As a general guideline, it’s recommended to have an area at least 2.5 metres wider than the tank’s diameter.
This allows for a 1-metre clearance around the tank for the sand pad, ensuring a stable foundation and minimising any potential installation issues.
For tailored advice and a smooth installation process, customers are encouraged to contact their local Pioneer Water Tanks dealer, such as NSW Water Tanks.
Proven in Australia’s harshest conditions for over 50 years, COLORBOND® steel is renowned for being more than just painted steel—it’s a high-performance, durable material engineered to stand the test of time.
Each panel is manufactured to meet Australian Standard AS1397, ensuring a premium finish and structural quality. The steel base is coated with Activate® technology, BlueScope’s globally patented metallic coating that provides exceptional corrosion resistance.
To enhance durability and appearance: ✔ A pre-treatment layer is applied to ensure strong adhesion.
✔ A polyester primer is baked onto the surface.
✔ A topcoat of exterior-grade, lead-free paint (compliant with AS/NZS 2728) is applied, offering excellent resistance to chipping, peeling, and cracking—helping tanks maintain their visual appeal for years.
Pioneer Water Tanks is proudly Australian-owned and operated—a distinction not all tank companies can make. For those who value supporting local businesses, it’s worth considering who actually owns and manufactures the products being offered.
Since 1988, every Pioneer rainwater tank has been designed, manufactured, and built in Australia. As a family-owned company, Pioneer remains committed to keeping both ownership and production onshore, delivering high-quality, locally made water storage solutions that Australians can rely on.
