Great product if you buy the aftermarket donkey fuel spout. The OEM one is garbage thanks to communists in California for screwing up a fuel can. Beware that the aftermarket spout has a breather hole in it so if you tip it up to high it will spill fuel out of there. If you keep the can below that height youre golden. I use these for overlanding and they are great usually someone is always asking where to buy good quality fuel cans after seeing these. I will say aside from the spout the only other thing you should be aware of, is remember gas fumes expand in the heat. So dont have your face near the opening when you pop the top on these you may get sprayed with some fuel. You can use different sizes like the 1 and 2 gallon can to differentiate between ethanol free or 2 stroke mix as well.
These are really the pinnacle of containers for gasoline (or really almost any liquid) that is not water-based [because the interior lining / coating is, I understand, not compatible with water]). Almost a full mm thick, and with recessed welded seams plus a fabulous closure and pouring system (get the non-CARB pouring spouts), these are the genuine -spec Jerry Cans: made in Latvia in an old Russian ammunition plant long known for its quality outputs - by a company named ValPro. Ive now bought a combination of 7 30l and 3 10L versions as part of my emergency preparedness planning. Filled them full with ethanol-free 90 octane gas and placed them in conditioned-air spaces where they remain at constant temperature. No air goes in our out of them. There is absolutely no odor whatever: they are sealed and completely impermeable. Im convinced any impact might bruise them, but not compromise their integrity. Not cheap, but the best - if you can get them...
The only caveat is this: Would you receive the real cans now? I have heard that, occasioned by the war in the Ukraine, the plant has shut down and cannot get the quality of steel required to produce the full-thickness Jerry Cans with their superior welded seams. Counterfeits abound. Caveat emptor!
To get it out of the way up front - Yes, these are pricey. Yes, these are made in Latvia. Yes, you can get less expensive Jerry cans that are actually A. Yes, the ones A are actually inferior to these.
The design for these, the original Jerry can, is from WW2 Germany. The design was so ideal that these cans became one of the highly prized spoils of war as the Allies advanced through Europe. The standard fuel can the Allies used were flimsy and prone to leaks. All attempts to improve on this design have failed, often miserably.
First, there is the weld seam. It is recessed and protected from impact. Standing seams on USA made cans are prone to impact and leaks.
Next is the spout (not the nozzle, we will get to that shortly). It seals completely and protects against spills and leaks. There is also an air passage to ensure a splash free pour.
Also, notice the embossing on the sides? It isnt there for decoration. That allows the tank to expand if hot without rupturing.
Finally, there is a hump behind the handles that you cant actually fill with gas. That is also intentional and helps prevent splashing or chugging.
There are other design considerations, but those are the major ones.
As for the nozzle that comes with it... Yes, it is crap. Dont blame , though. That is the fault of the EPA, state, and local governments. actually makes a great nozzle that works as well as the can does, but it is made to European specs instead of USA specs. To pick up one of these, search on for nozzle, European Spec. Valpro also sells one on that works well.
One of the nozzles came cracked. Customer service fixed it quick with another souot in the mail.
Great cans. I have a few and theyre worth the expense for built like a tank reliability.
The only drawback is the price. But then you get what you pay for these days. I upped my strategic gas reserves in the shed up to 55 gallons. I had previously been keeping 20 gallons. Its for emergency use (lets hope just for the generator).
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These are the real deal
Real, sturdy jerry cans. Seller (campingmaxx) included the good non-CARB spouts on request.
Great quality. Bought for hurricane season.
Great quality. Bought for hurricane season.
Great cans, but I bought them at $169.99 in March
Great product if you buy the aftermarket donkey fuel spout. The OEM one is garbage thanks to communists in California for screwing up a fuel can. Beware that the aftermarket spout has a breather hole in it so if you tip it up to high it will spill fuel out of there. If you keep the can below that height youre golden. I use these for overlanding and they are great usually someone is always asking where to buy good quality fuel cans after seeing these. I will say aside from the spout the only other thing you should be aware of, is remember gas fumes expand in the heat. So dont have your face near the opening when you pop the top on these you may get sprayed with some fuel. You can use different sizes like the 1 and 2 gallon can to differentiate between ethanol free or 2 stroke mix as well.
Handsome and Bulletproof - but Note One Caveat
These are really the pinnacle of containers for gasoline (or really almost any liquid) that is not water-based [because the interior lining / coating is, I understand, not compatible with water]). Almost a full mm thick, and with recessed welded seams plus a fabulous closure and pouring system (get the non-CARB pouring spouts), these are the genuine -spec Jerry Cans: made in Latvia in an old Russian ammunition plant long known for its quality outputs - by a company named ValPro. Ive now bought a combination of 7 30l and 3 10L versions as part of my emergency preparedness planning. Filled them full with ethanol-free 90 octane gas and placed them in conditioned-air spaces where they remain at constant temperature. No air goes in our out of them. There is absolutely no odor whatever: they are sealed and completely impermeable. Im convinced any impact might bruise them, but not compromise their integrity. Not cheap, but the best - if you can get them... The only caveat is this: Would you receive the real cans now? I have heard that, occasioned by the war in the Ukraine, the plant has shut down and cannot get the quality of steel required to produce the full-thickness Jerry Cans with their superior welded seams. Counterfeits abound. Caveat emptor!
Excellent product
These cans are the. highest quality Ive ever seen. They are expensive, however, they will last you a lifetime. Highly recommended.
These are the real thing
Just perfect
Design so rugged, it hasnt changed in almost 100 years
To get it out of the way up front - Yes, these are pricey. Yes, these are made in Latvia. Yes, you can get less expensive Jerry cans that are actually A. Yes, the ones A are actually inferior to these. The design for these, the original Jerry can, is from WW2 Germany. The design was so ideal that these cans became one of the highly prized spoils of war as the Allies advanced through Europe. The standard fuel can the Allies used were flimsy and prone to leaks. All attempts to improve on this design have failed, often miserably. First, there is the weld seam. It is recessed and protected from impact. Standing seams on USA made cans are prone to impact and leaks. Next is the spout (not the nozzle, we will get to that shortly). It seals completely and protects against spills and leaks. There is also an air passage to ensure a splash free pour. Also, notice the embossing on the sides? It isnt there for decoration. That allows the tank to expand if hot without rupturing. Finally, there is a hump behind the handles that you cant actually fill with gas. That is also intentional and helps prevent splashing or chugging. There are other design considerations, but those are the major ones. As for the nozzle that comes with it... Yes, it is crap. Dont blame , though. That is the fault of the EPA, state, and local governments. actually makes a great nozzle that works as well as the can does, but it is made to European specs instead of USA specs. To pick up one of these, search on for nozzle, European Spec. Valpro also sells one on that works well.
Great quality
Top notch quality from . Would buy again and definitely recommend.
Great customer svc
One of the nozzles came cracked. Customer service fixed it quick with another souot in the mail. Great cans. I have a few and theyre worth the expense for built like a tank reliability.
Nice!
The only drawback is the price. But then you get what you pay for these days. I upped my strategic gas reserves in the shed up to 55 gallons. I had previously been keeping 20 gallons. Its for emergency use (lets hope just for the generator).
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