How does this compare to gravity-only oil drains? A: The RD-18G includes a built-in hand pump that evacuates oil faster than gravity drains, reducing service time per vehicle and improving workflow efficiency. The 18-gallon capacity also handles significantly more services between emptying compared to smaller 8-10 gallon gravity units commonly found in automotive shops.

Q: How does this compare to gravity-only oil drains? The RD-18G includes a built-in hand pump that evacuates oil faster than gravity drains, reducing service time per vehicle and improving workflow efficiency. The 18-gallon capacity also handles significantly more services between emptying compared to smaller 8-10 gallon gravity units commonly found in automotive shops.

What vehicle types can this oil drain accommodate? A: The adjustable height range of 48-72 inches and wide 15-inch diameter funnel accommodate most passenger cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles. The translucent polyethylene tank allows operators to monitor different fluid types and levels during collection, ensuring safe handling of various automotive fluids throughout the service process.

Q: What vehicle types can this oil drain accommodate? The adjustable height range of 48-72 inches and wide 15-inch diameter funnel accommodate most passenger cars, pickup trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles. The translucent polyethylene tank allows operators to monitor different fluid types and levels during collection, ensuring safe handling of various automotive fluids throughout the service process.

How many oil changes can I do before emptying the tank? A: With the full 18-gallon capacity, you can typically handle approximately 12-15 passenger car oil changes or 6-8 full-size truck services before needing to empty the unit. The exact number depends on individual vehicle oil capacity requirements, with passenger cars averaging 4-6 quarts and trucks requiring 6-8 quarts per service.

Q: How many oil changes can I do before emptying the tank? With the full 18-gallon capacity, you can typically handle approximately 12-15 passenger car oil changes or 6-8 full-size truck services before needing to empty the unit. The exact number depends on individual vehicle oil capacity requirements, with passenger cars averaging 4-6 quarts and trucks requiring 6-8 quarts per service.

Is the hand pump system reliable for daily commercial use? A: Yes, the manual pump system features heavy-duty stainless steel clamp components and a non-corrosive telescoping tube engineered for repeated daily use in commercial shop environments. The pump mechanism is designed to handle thousands of pump cycles while maintaining consistent evacuation performance throughout its operational service life.

Q: Is the hand pump system reliable for daily commercial use? Yes, the manual pump system features heavy-duty stainless steel clamp components and a non-corrosive telescoping tube engineered for repeated daily use in commercial shop environments. The pump mechanism is designed to handle thousands of pump cycles while maintaining consistent evacuation performance throughout its operational service life.

Can this handle other automotive fluids besides motor oil? A: The polyethylene construction safely handles most common automotive fluids including engine oil, transmission fluid, differential oil, and hydraulic fluids. The chemical-resistant material withstands exposure to petroleum-based products, though compatibility should be verified for specialized chemicals or synthetic fluids before use in commercial applications.

Q: Can this handle other automotive fluids besides motor oil? The polyethylene construction safely handles most common automotive fluids including engine oil, transmission fluid, differential oil, and hydraulic fluids. The chemical-resistant material withstands exposure to petroleum-based products, though compatibility should be verified for specialized chemicals or synthetic fluids before use in commercial applications.

RANGER RD-18G 18-Gallon Portable Oil Drain With Pump And Drain Valve

Ranger

RANGER RD-18G 18-Gallon Portable Oil Drain With Pump And Drain Valve

$236.00 $422.00

Product variants

Gray Ranger 18 gallon portable oil drain with telescoping funnel and hand pump

Professional Grade Waste Oil Collection - Ranger 18 Gallon Portable Oil Drain (RD-18G)

Heavy-Duty Oil Drain with Built-in Pump for Automotive Garages

The Ranger RD-18G is an 18 gallon portable oil drain designed for professional automotive shops and serious DIY mechanics. This upright unit holds up to 18 gallons (68 liters) of waste oil with an integrated hand pump for efficient evacuation and adjustable height from 48" to 72". The translucent polyethylene construction allows easy fluid level monitoring while resisting chemical damage from automotive fluids.

Key Features and Benefits

Maximum Productivity - 18-gallon capacity handles multiple oil changes without interruption.

Professional Durability - Heavy-duty translucent polyethylene construction resists damage while allowing fluid level monitoring.

Universal Vehicle Compatibility - Adjustable height (48"-72") with 15" funnel accommodates most passenger cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles.

Perfect Applications

Ideal for professional shops, fleet maintenance, and home garages.

Quick-change oil service centers requiring high-capacity waste collection.
Fleet maintenance facilities servicing commercial vehicles.
Professional auto repair shops with multiple daily services.
Home mechanics working on multiple vehicles.

Best for: Shops performing 10+ oil changes daily or garages needing extended capacity between disposals.

Not for: Light-duty use requiring frequent transport or locations with height restrictions under 48 inches.

Technical Specifications

Built to commercial standards with heavy-duty components for reliable daily use in demanding shop environments.

Ranger RD-18G Oil Drain Specifications
Specification	Details
Capacity	18 gallons (68 liters)
Construction	Translucent polyethylene
Height Range	48" to 72" (1,219-1,829 mm)
Funnel Size	15" diameter with contamination screen
Weight	28 lbs (13 kg)
Dimensions	19" x 17" x 31" (483 x 431 x 800 mm)
Pump Type	Manual hand pump with telescoping tube
Mobility	4 swivel ball bearing casters

Installation

No installation required—unit arrives assembled except for funnel attachment. Simply insert the telescoping funnel into the tank opening and adjust height as needed for your workspace.

Upgrade Your Oil Change Operations Today

Trusted by professional shops for reliable, efficient waste oil management. With its proven 18-gallon capacity and integrated pump system, the RD-18G helps increase productivity and reduce downtime in busy service environments.

Order your Ranger RD-18G portable oil drain now for reliable performance in professional shop use.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does this compare to gravity-only oil drains?

The RD-18G includes a built-in hand pump that evacuates oil faster than gravity drains. The 18-gallon capacity also handles more services between emptying compared to smaller 8-10 gallon gravity units.

What vehicle types can this oil drain accommodate?

The adjustable height range of 48-72 inches and 15-inch diameter funnel accommodate most passenger cars, trucks, SUVs, and motorcycles. The translucent tank allows monitoring of different fluid types during collection.

How many oil changes can I do before emptying the tank?

With 18-gallon capacity, you can handle approximately 12-15 passenger car oil changes or 6-8 truck services before emptying. This depends on individual vehicle oil capacity requirements.

Is the hand pump system reliable for daily commercial use?

Yes, the manual pump features heavy-duty stainless steel clamp components and non-corrosive telescoping tube designed for thousands of pump cycles in commercial environments.

Can this handle other automotive fluids besides motor oil?

The polyethylene construction safely handles most automotive fluids including transmission fluid, differential oil, and hydraulic fluids. Check compatibility for specialized chemicals before use.

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