Tub Size for Adult BPs in Rack System

[OceanSpirit]

Hi all! I'm new to posting, but have been a lurker here and there. I currently have 3 ball pythons, each in their own tank. I would like to add a few more to my collection, but I'm running out of square footage available for more tanks in my small home. I've decided to go with a rack system, and have been looking into options for a week now. Recently, there was a 5 tub rack listed for sale on a herping FB page. The dimensions of the tubs are: 27" X 15.5" X 6". It's being offered for a great price, but the tubs seem like they may be a tad small for adult BPs. Am I off-base with that, or will a BP thrive in something like that? Any guidance is appreciated! Thank you!

[Fazer72110]

It sounds like those are appropriate sized tubs. They might be 32qt. My racks fit 28qt tubs that measure approximately 23"x16"x4". From what I've researched 500-2000 gram males and females will do well in 28qt or 32qt tubs, and then females 2000+ should go into 41qt tubs.

Edit: Those dimensions convert to 43.7 qts entered into Google volume calculator. Given tubs aren't perfectly rectangular, those are most likely 41qt.

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[cchardwick]

I have an ARS 70 rack and they say that's perfect for adult ball pythons. I also have an ARS 80 rack on the bottom, I'm planning on using the bigger tubs for pairs of adults for breeding. I just put a dwarf retic in one of my ARS 80 tubs, he won't last very long in there LOL. FYI you can use your tanks for breeding rats!

[blk02ssmonte]

I have an ARS 70 rack and they say that's perfect for adult ball pythons. I also have an ARS 80 rack on the bottom, I'm planning on using the bigger tubs for pairs of adults for breeding. I just put a dwarf retic in one of my ARS 80 tubs, he won't last very long in there LOL. FYI you can use your tanks for breeding rats!

I also have an ars7030 They are about 33L X 5.25H X 17W that is about a 41qt tub. I keep all mine in there. The smaller ones I just clutter up the tub more until they get bigger. My big female has plenty of room. Once they hit about 5-800g I don't use hides.

[AKA Dave]

I use the #1655 Sterilite 28qt tubs for most of the racks I build. They work well with the smaller footprint and the sub adult female snakes have enough room to be comfortable. Males are fine in them. For the larger BPs I use the 41qt model. Essentially it's a C70 clone.

Dave

[Stewart_Reptiles]

I use 32 quarts for males and females up to 2000 grams and v70 for females above 2000 grams.

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[Dezoruba]

I keep all my BPs ranging from 3000g adult to 130g hatchling in 41qt tubs measuring 35"x16"x6". Anything bigger than 2000g needs to be in one that size.

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[OceanSpirit]

Thanks everyone! That gives me a lot more perspective as I search for an appropriate rack system. It's been a confusing and slightly overwhelming project, mostly because of my angst over tub sizes, so your input is GREATLY appreciated!

[robert7107]

I have question on the females reaching 2000 grams? How long does it on average with normal feeding too reach that weight? Iam looking to get c serpents 3 tub sub-adult rack which uses 28qt tubs. I have nothing over 300 grams

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[Stewart_Reptiles]

I have question on the females reaching 2000 grams? How long does it on average with normal feeding too reach that weight? Iam looking to get c serpents 3 tub sub-adult rack which uses 28qt tubs. I have nothing over 300 grams

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It's variable depends on the animal and feeding frequency, fast etc, I have female that reached that weight at 18 months and some that are 4 years not there yet.