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Store Fuel Safely With Plastic and Metal Gas Cans

A gas can is a safe and easy way to carry and store fuel for vehicles, generators or outdoor equipment like lawn mowers. Lowe's has both plastic and metal gas cans for gasoline, kerosene or diesel fuels, at different price points.


Choose from a 1- or 2-gallon up to a 5-gallon gas can for standard use. We also stock a 9-gallon model if you need to store extra fuel. Metal gas cans are more durable, resilient and better for fluctuating weather conditions, but they weigh more than plastic. Plastic models are lightweight and easier to carry. They don't rust and they resist denting. Plastic gas cans come in bright stand-out shades of red, blue, yellow and white.


Some gas cans come with special safety features such as a flexible rotating nozzle, thumb or grip trigger release or child-proof locking caps. Some also come with accessories like detachable spouts and nozzles to prevent overflow.


Frequently Asked Questions


Q: How Long is Gas Good for in a 5-Gallon Gas Can?

A: If your gas is stored in an approved container, is tightly sealed and properly stored at room temperature, it should last for at least six months. Gas should not be kept for more than a year without fuel stabilizer.


Q: What Sizes Do Gas Cans Come In?

A: A 5-gallon gas can is the most standard size, but some people choose smaller sizes, like a 2-gallon gas can, when storing fuel for equipment with smaller tanks.


Q: Should You Vent Gas Cans?

A: As long as they are kept properly, new gas can models no longer need to be vented, as they are made to withstand slight changes in temperature and pressure. Be sure to follow the instructions on your gas can when filling and storing gas.