Is it OK to transport propane tanks on their side?

NEVER keep a filled propane cylinder inside a hot vehicle. ALWAYS transport a cylinder in a secure, upright position so it will not fall, shift, or roll when you’re driving. It is dangerous to travel with a tank on its side, so it’s extremely important to keep the propane tank in a vertical position during transport.

How do you move a 100 gallon propane tank?

Roll a dolly in behind the propane tank. Have someone lift up the back side of the tank and slide the dolly in underneath it. Pull the dolly back while the other person pushes the tank toward the dolly so it picks up the tank. You can now push or pull the tank to where you need it.

Why can’t you transport propane tanks laying down?

Why can’t you transport propane tanks laying down? – Quora. For a good reason. You must keep them upright so that the pressure relief valve can work properly. This ensures the pressure relief valve is not immersed in the liquid and is located in the vapor space as required by its design approvals.