I need suggestions for filter systems for 8ftx1.5ftx1.5ft

[Morrosis 0]

I've recently purchased a 8 ft x1.5 ft by 1.5 ft tank. Upgrading from my current 3ft. I need suggestions for filter systems. Currently, in the tank is As crazy as it is, three Gold Fish, 3 ghosts(Bottom feeders), 1 sucking catfish and a snail. I have seen suggestions for an fx5/6

[Aqua Addict 22]

Sump it from the start, saves an almost inevitable upgrade later...but yeah the fx6 is a rock solid filter. What are your long term stocking plans?

[Morrosis 0]

Also been looking at the Aqua One Nautilus series. Long term plans, not sure as yet. We have these Goldfish for a few years now. They started in a 60 liter tank and were upgraded to current 3ft. t

[grokzy 57]

If you feel confident enough I'd go with a sump filter, but yea the fx5/6 should be ok with an internal filter aswell. I've got a fx5 and 6 both work perfectly on there tanks(6x2x2,4x3x2) always crystal clear water. Heard some good reviews on the aqua one 2700 for a bit cheaper although never tried it myself

[IsaRich 121]

Have heard good things of the 2700. Even a wee eheim cannister 2217 would be 'ok' for it with an internal filter to boost circ and an air sponge maybe.

Tank will have around 400 litres water....maybe not 'needing' a sump.

[Jase86uxb 337]

Yeah 8x1.5x1.5 is not as big in actual litres as people may first think fx5/6 would handle it well for heavy stocking but most cheaper 2700ish model would most probably be fine also... Sumps... Love them personally but frankly there are more noisey then most canisters for some that's a big turn off plus if the tank ain't drilled wast of $$ imo

[Donny@ageofaquariums 855]

FX6 holds resale value waaay better. Yep expensive straight up but good solid filter. Good choice for long term, or if you choose to sell you can recoup some of your investment.

Bit bias here tho.