since there's virtually no info about this tank listed in the detail, i will include in my review the info from the petsmart site.---------------------------------------------
Let your fish swim freely in this roomy aquarium. The stylish design makes the ensemble a great addition to any room.
This MARINELAND 55 gallon Aquarium/LED Hood makes an excellent home for your finned friends. Ideal for freshwater or saltwater use and a variety of fish species, the aquarium allows for the ideal aquatic habitat. The ensemble's sophisticated design brings a stylish accent to your home.
Safe for freshwater or saltwater use
Ideal for a variety of fish species and size
Clear glass, black frame and black stand for durability
45 LEDs per hood provide ample lighting
Made in the USA
Gravel, plants and décor not included. Filter not included
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the first picture listed is not a 55-gallon tank, but probably around 30 gallons. my 55-gallon version has a hood that looks like this one, but is actually two of these hoods side-by-side. each has its own LED light with separate power control. that said, the second picture on the amazon listing, the one that is actually a 55-gallon tank, shows the tank with a different model hood than the newer, slimmer led version. i don't know if this means you will be getting the hood from the first picture or the second one.
i bought this tank kit from a local petsmart store in february 2012 for $200. got it home, unpacked it and set it up with really no problems at all.
all the hood, filter, and trim parts are plastic. the filter is the bio-wheel penguin 350, which holds a double filter and biowheel setup with adjustable intake. the filter is generally quieter than average for kit systems, and i am very pleased with it.
the led lighting comes from two led panels, one on either side of the split-hood. they are removable and come with detachable power cords. they are surprisingly bright, and provide a nice shimmer effect into the tank. however, they do not provide suitable light energy for a planted tank so don't expect to get good plant growth. there is also a night-light setting of a half-dozen blue led's per panel. the lights do not have a timer option, but instead a 3-way manual switch (white, off, blue) on each panel.
the tank also comes with a generic 200-watt heater and temperature sticker. the heater is not marked in degrees, but that's what the thermometer is for :) they seem to work ok, but i replaced the sticker thermometer with a more accurate floating style thermometer. there is also a startup pack that includes a small amount of tropical fish flakes, a net that's far too short to catch bottom-dwelling fish without getting wet up to the elbow, and a small amount of water conditioner. there are no decorations, gravel, air pumps, or other items included.
i am generally satisfied with my purchase. i let the tank cycle for a week before dropping in a couple danios and platies. if i notice any issues with components wearing out early or breaking too easily, i will come back and update this review.
***UPDATE***
as i write this, there's a version of this kit with the same hood as i received listed on amazon at http://www.amazon.com/Marineland-LED-Aquarium-Kit-Gallon/dp/B00780S098/ref=sr_1_5?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1353104901&sr=1-5&keywords=aquarium
since i'm here, i thought i would provide an update to my original review. the tank is still holding out very well. nothing has broken or fallen apart, except for the suction cups that were with the heating element. the clips deteriorated and fell apart within a couple months, but i bought some replacements and they've worked just fine. all the led's still work, and the filter is still churning away.
after 9 months of use, i can definitely say this marineland tank is a keeper.
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