BayTec FR401 Blue Water Barrel 55 Gallon
- Capacity: 55 gallons
- Color: Blue Family (Light Blue, Navy Blue To Royal Blue)
- Item Dimensions L X W X H: 23 × 23 × 35 inches
- Item weight: 24 pounds
Last refreshed Sep 7, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A solid, certified food-grade 55 gallon drum for water or oil storage, provided you are ready to add your own fittings.
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ASIN: B07B68CVRDModel: FR401Category: Water Storage Tanks
Overview
This is a 55 gallon closed-top HDPE water barrel with two threaded 2 inch bung holes, built for rainwater catchment, drinking water storage, or repurposed oil storage. It suits homeowners setting up a rain barrel or backup water supply rather than anyone wanting a ready-to-use spigot kit.
It ships alone with no outer box, so light scratches or surface dirt from transit are normal and wipe off without affecting the seal. The barrel is sold as a bare drum, not a rain barrel kit, so a spigot, overflow valve or diverter has to be added separately.
- 55 gallon closed-top capacity
- Food-grade, BPA-free HDPE
- Two 2 inch threaded bung holes
- UN-DOT certified, 22 lbs empty
Who it's for
Good for anyone building a DIY rain catchment system, storing emergency drinking water, or reusing a food-grade drum for oil or bulk liquid storage. Less useful for someone who wants a plug-and-play rain barrel with a spigot already installed.
Pros and cons
- Food-grade HDPE rated for drinking water storage
- UN-DOT certified construction
- Closed top with two 2 inch bung holes
- Doubles as an oil storage drum
- No spigot, bung wrench or fittings included
- Ships without a box, minor transit scratches possible
- Bare drum needs extra parts for rain barrel use
Performance notes
The barrel is pressure checked and leak tested before shipping, made from high-density polyethylene rated food grade. Two 2 inch bung holes on the closed top take standard bung fittings for a spigot or fill valve. UN-DOT certification covers the 15, 30 and 55 gallon sizes in this line.
Specifications
| Brand | BayTec |
|---|---|
| Model | FR401 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions L X W X H | 23 × 23 × 35 inches |
| Item weight | 24 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 55 gallons |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Blue Family (Light Blue, Navy Blue To Royal Blue) |
| Material Type | High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) |
| Included components | |
| Number Of Packs | 1 |
| Units | 1 |
| Other details | |
| Number Of Items | 1 |
| Shape | Cylindrical |
Frequently asked questions
Is this barrel safe for drinking water?
Yes, it is made from food-grade HDPE and is UN-DOT certified, which is why it is also sold for long-term drinking water storage.
What sizes does this water barrel come in?
The same barrel design is offered in 15, 30 and 55 gallon sizes, all UN-DOT certified.