[Bonzer]

I've just bought a Ford Transit and notice that inside the load area toward the front, there are 4 fixing 'hoops' bolted to the floor. Are these sufficient for strapping a tank to?

[Chris A]

no

[Spruce]

Hi

I would err on the side of caution and secure it with proper straps. You cannot afford to take the chance.  A 650 litre tank weighs about 650kgs +. In an accident I wouldn't like to then find out that those securing eyes weren't man enough for the job. Remember, the tank is usually situated very close to the back of your seat.

I would strap them down properly though the floor with decent flat plates underneath to ensure that any stress is distributed.

[callum macleod]

hi i've just had my tank fitted by a local garage its a 650ltr with metal straps that wrap round tank and bolt through floor also i moved the bulkhead in my van to be directly in front of tank as an additional safety measure as i can't have a fixed bulkhead directly behind front seats as the engine is under them which is a pain but its lovely and warm in the winter!