In brief: Before choosing 20 litres, decide whether that capacity is really necessary and whether the full can can be carried, secured and poured safely.

Compare documented models from several manufacturers

The table uses only data that can be tied to the respective manufacturer documentation. It is not a ranking.

Manufacturer / modelMaterialEmpty weightDimensionsCategory
Pressol
Pressol 20 L PE, item 21 137
HDPE1,28 kg385 × 229 mm footprint, 410 mm heightEquipment & daily use
Pressol
Pressol 20 L metal, item 21 060 950
Stahlblech4,3 kg360 × 160 mm footprint, 480 mm heightMetal & rigid
hünersdorff
hünersdorff PROFI 20 L, item 802000
HDPE1,25 kg165 × 350 × 495 mmEquipment & daily use
VALPRO
VALPRO Classic 20 L, product 537.00.00
Metall4,2 kg468 × 165 × 345 mmMetal & rigid

Dimensions are reproduced in the format used by the manufacturer. The order of measurements can differ between sources.

Twenty litres is not automatically the better choice

A large can can make sense for generators, workshop use, agriculture or some boating situations. In a passenger car, a smaller reserve can be easier to stow and secure. A legal maximum should not be treated as a practical target.

Why there is no fixed price class

Online prices change with sellers, colours, accessories and availability. A permanent label such as “budget” or “premium” would age quickly. This comparison therefore focuses on construction and equipment rather than a stored price.

All documented 20-litre models

The illustrations are schematic, not product photographs. For exact identification, use the manufacturer, item number, EAN/GTIN where published, and the linked original source.

Schematic illustration – not a product photo: Pressol 20 L PE fuel canSchematic illustration – not a product photo
20 litresHDPEEquipment & daily use

Pressol · Item 21 137

Pressol 20 L PE fuel can

Large HDPE fuel can with integrated spout storage and a nominal capacity of 20 litres.

EAN/GTIN
4103810211379
Material
High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
Empty weight
1,28 kg
Dimensions
385 × 229 mm footprint, 410 mm height
Approval / marking
UN 3H1 / Y /150/…/CZ/PRES-IMET 1174
Spout
Flexible 245 mm spout with integrated venting; stored inside the can

Key product details

  • Closure cap with retaining strap
  • Manufacturer states dimensions compatible with military-style cans
  • For liquid fuels according to the manufacturer data sheet
What matters: Its empty weight is much lower than the 20-litre steel model in the comparison. When full, however, a 20-litre can is still a heavy and bulky load that needs secure handling and restraint.

Source: manufacturer documentation · comparison based on documented technical data.

Schematic illustration – not a product photo: Pressol 20 L metal fuel canSchematic illustration – not a product photo
20 litresStahlblechMetal & rigid

Pressol · Item 21 060 950

Pressol 20 L metal fuel can

Welded 20-litre sheet-steel fuel can with retaining pin and secure closure according to the manufacturer.

EAN/GTIN
4103810210600
Material
Sheet steel, internally coated
Empty weight
4,3 kg
Dimensions
360 × 160 mm footprint, 480 mm height
Approval / marking
TÜV/UN approved according to the manufacturer data sheet
Spout
The data sheet does not list a spout as part of the supplied product

Key product details

  • Internally coated and welded
  • Secure closure with retaining pin according to the manufacturer
  • For liquid fuels according to the manufacturer data sheet
What matters: The higher empty weight and tall, narrow shape deserve attention when carrying, pouring and securing the can. A matching spout is not listed as part of the supplied product in the data sheet.

Source: manufacturer documentation · comparison based on documented technical data.

Schematic illustration – not a product photo: hünersdorff PROFI 20 L HDPE fuel canSchematic illustration – not a product photo
20 litresHDPEEquipment & daily use

hünersdorff · Item 802000

hünersdorff PROFI 20 L HDPE fuel can

20-litre HDPE fuel can from the PROFI range with integrated spout storage and stackable shape.

EAN/GTIN
4007228802009
Material
High-density polyethylene (HDPE)
Empty weight
1,25 kg
Dimensions
165 × 350 × 495 mm
Approval / marking
UN 3H1/Y/150/../D/BAM 12924-huen
Spout
Spout integrated into the can body; child-resistant screw cap according to the manufacturer

Key product details

  • UN approval for petrol, diesel and other dangerous goods according to the manufacturer
  • TÜV-audited production and E10 suitability according to the manufacturer
  • Manufacturer lists a matching can holder
What matters: Its empty weight is in a similar range to the Pressol PE model. The external dimensions differ clearly, so available storage space should be measured before buying.

Source: manufacturer documentation · comparison based on documented technical data.

Schematic illustration – not a product photo: VALPRO Classic 20 L metal fuel canSchematic illustration – not a product photo
20 litresMetallMetal & rigid

VALPRO · Item 537.00.00

VALPRO Classic 20 L metal fuel can

20-litre metal fuel can from the VALPRO Classic Line with documented UN marking.

EAN/GTIN
Not stated in the cited manufacturer source
Material
Metal fuel can, Classic Line
Empty weight
4,2 kg
Dimensions
468 × 165 × 345 mm
Approval / marking
UN 3A1/X/250/../D/BAM 12276-VP
Spout
Spout for the Classic Line available separately

Key product details

  • Product no. 537.00.00 in the current manufacturer overview
  • UN marking according to the manufacturer page
  • Accessories such as spouts, holders and replacement seals are available
What matters: At 4.2 kg empty, the model is in a similar weight range to the Pressol metal can. External dimensions, closure design and available accessories therefore also matter.

Source: manufacturer documentation · comparison based on documented technical data.

Sources for this guide

The following authorities and documents were used for this guide. Where rules change, the current original source takes precedence.

  1. 20 L PE fuel can with flexible spout – article 21 137 [German data sheet]PRESSOL Schmiergeräte GmbHEAN, nominal capacity, UN mark, materials, dimensions, empty weight and spout
  2. 20 L metal fuel can – article 21 060 950 [German data sheet]PRESSOL Schmiergeräte GmbHEAN, nominal capacity, material, dimensions, empty weight, closure and manufacturer approval statement
  3. PROFI 20 L HDPE fuel can – item 802000 [manufacturer data sheet]hünersdorff GmbHGTIN, capacity, HDPE, dimensions, weight, integrated spout and UN approval
  4. VALPRO Classic 5, 10 and 20 litre metal fuel cansVALPRO SIAProduct numbers, capacities, dimensions, weights and UN marks for the Classic Line
  5. Fuel in a spare can: what is permitted? [German]ADACGerman transport quantities, container marking, restraint in vehicles, international travel and ferries
  6. Section 22 German Road Traffic Regulations – Loads [German]Bundesministerium der Justiz / Gesetze im InternetGeneral German requirements for securing loads