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Nov 25, 2025 11:42 PM

5-Gallon Midwest Can Company Gasoline Can (Red)

$13

$21

38% off

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Walmart has 5-Gallon Midwest Can Company Gasoline Can w/ Flame Mitigation Device (Red, 5610) on sale for $12.88. Select store pickup where available, otherwise shipping is free with Walmart+ (Free 30-Day Trial) or orders $35 or more.

Thanks to Community Member cashistrash for finding this deal.

Features:

Holds 5 gallons of gas
Meet CARB and EPA requirements
Wide base and lower center of gravity to reduce the chance of containers tipping over
Measures: 13 in. x 10 in. x 14.5 in

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff

About this Deal:
- Our research indicates that this product is priced $4.11 lower (24.2% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $16.99 at the time of this post.
- Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
About this Product:
- This has a 4.4 out of 5 star overall rating based on 1,670 reviews.
About this Store:
- Walmart's return policy is here. -Corwin

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Written by cashistrash

Holds 5 gallons of gas
Meet CARB and EPA requirements
Wide base and lower center of gravity to reduce the chance of containers tipping over
Measures: 13 in. x 10 in. x 14.5 in

Editor's Notes

Written by Corwin | Staff

About this Deal:
- Our research indicates that this product is priced $4.11 lower (24.2% savings) than the next best available price from a reputable merchant with prices starting from $16.99 at the time of this post.
- Please see the original post for additional details and give the WIKI and forum comments a read for helpful discussion.
About this Product:
- This has a 4.4 out of 5 star overall rating based on 1,670 reviews.
About this Store:
- Walmart's return policy is here. -Corwin

Original Post

Written by cashistrash

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Post Date	Sold By	Sale Price	Activity
10/04/24	Walmart	$21	6

Top Comments

Bedazzled_Peenus

53Comments

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Complete with the stupid idiot nozzle

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brossow

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FWIW, you can get "real" spouts for a couple bucks apiece on Temu and AliExpress if you buy a multi-pack.

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Community Reviews

This 5 gallon gas can is mainly valued as a cheap way to store and pour fuel, especially when similar cans have been hard to find under $20. The supplied nozzle is the biggest drawback, with reports that it is awkward, slow, and can leak if used often. Still, the can itself is described as serviceable, and replacement spouts or pump setups can make it work much better. It is a practical budget pick if you can live with the safety nozzle setup.

people who are willing to maintain/repair the nozzle to stop leaks because commenters said leaks can be fixed by replacing the o-ring/gasket (and even described disassembling the nozzle assembly to prevent leaking)
OJ47 BoastfulJuice3071 likeaw
people who need a 5-gallon gas can and have been struggling to find one under $20 because this was called a "real decent price" at $12.88 and commenters said they couldn't find anything under $20 for months
brotherhpj41 OJ47
car and tractor owners who want to pour fuel quickly from a 5-gallon can because the nozzle was described as "incredibly annoying for anything but a car... or maybe a tractor," implying it works best for those bigger-fuel jobs
unksol
homeowners filling seasonal equipment like a 2-stage snowblower who want easier refueling because one commenter used an automatic fuel transfer pump with the can and said it made filling their snowblower much easier
leecewest
buyers who plan to use a spout replacement to speed up filling because one commenter said a replacement spout let the can empty in about 2 minutes versus ~10 minutes with the supplied nozzle
Philosopher

buyers who need a can that seals well out of the box because multiple commenters reported the can doesn't seal around the nozzle and leaks, with one saying "cheap cans always leak"
TheWellKnown OJ47
people trying to use the can for small power equipment (like small engines) because commenters said the nozzle is painful/a pain in the ass for anything besides a car or tractor
unksol
people who want a "safety nozzle" setup for fuel jugs because one commenter said VP Racing fuel jugs are "absolute garbage" specifically when used with the safety nozzle
sup3rson1c
people who want the older "old school" style cans because commenters noted regulations may make those older-style cans illegal to make now, limiting options
SharpStag6437
people who don't want to deal with nozzle-cap gasket wear over time because one commenter said after 2-3 years the nozzle-cap gaskets tend to not seal well and leak gas/fumes (even though replacement gaskets help)
likeaw

Replacement spouts and nozzle-cap gaskets are available, which can help restore sealing performance over time.
brossow likeaw
The 5-gallon size can support faster fuel transfer for car filling and snowblower refueling when paired with a pump or siphon method.
leecewest Jesrf
The included nozzle can work surprisingly well compared with other options, even though it may still leak with frequent use.
Timless
The can can empty much faster with a recommended spout replacement, cutting pour time versus the supplied nozzle.
Philosopher

The supplied nozzle can be annoying and may leak if used frequently.
Timless TheWellKnown
The can may not seal well around the nozzle, which can lead to leaking gas or fumes.
TheWellKnown likeaw
The can's design can be restrictive, and some users recommend disassembling the nozzle assembly and replacing the o-ring to prevent leaks.
BoastfulJuice3071
The nozzle can be painful or impractical for filling small power equipment, making a smaller can or different nozzle style preferable.
unksol

Common Questions (5)

Yes. Replacement spouts and kits are available cheaply from Temu, AliExpress, Amazon, and similar sources, and some replacements can empty the can much faster than the supplied nozzle. One workaround is to swap in a real spout or a push-button style instead of the safety nozzle.
brossow toothandnail Philosopher Lillybulldog
Yes. It is described as a real decent price, and one shopper said they could not find any gas can under $20 for months. The smaller 2.6-gallon version was even noted as costing $1 more.
brotherhpj41 OJ47 StrongMint325
The included safety nozzle is usable but can be annoying and may leak if used frequently or if the can does not seal well around the nozzle. Some also report that the nozzle is surprisingly decent compared with other safety nozzles, but still not ideal for frequent use.
Timless TheWellKnown Bedazzled_Peenus
It can, but the nozzle is awkward for small equipment and is better suited to filling cars or tractors. For snowblowers and similar tools, a fuel transfer pump or a smaller can makes filling much easier.
unksol leecewest
Yes. A described modification removes the nozzle's internal spring and keeps it open until manually closed, but the o-ring must be replaced or it will leak. Another common fix is using a replacement spout, which can cut emptying time from about 10 minutes to about 2 minutes.
BoastfulJuice3071 Philosopher

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k1down

Nov 26, 2025 5:34 AM

352 Comments

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k1downNov 26, 2025 5:34 AM

352 Comments

Quote from brossow

Yeah, hadn't even checked Amazon because cheap plastic crap is usually cheapest directly from China, but just ordered a 5-pack for $7 from Amazon (https://a.co/d/a8oJAPK). Crazy.

man slickdeals is the best and also the worst. just reading a thread about gas cans i hate now I am buying this crap. awesome

TealHalibut185

Nov 26, 2025 6:04 AM

249 Comments

Joined Nov 2023

TealHalibut185Nov 26, 2025 6:04 AM

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Not an ad but I bought steel one military style for $30 on VEVOR. They sold on Lowe's for $45 usually. Has good reviews
https://m.vevor.com/jerry-cans-c_...rrency=USD

unksol

Nov 26, 2025 6:29 AM

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unksolNov 26, 2025 6:29 AM

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You can get *good* steel jerry cans but they are going to be $50. And 4 of these for the same price

I have 5 of these. They don't take that long to fill. They don't leak. Yes the nozzle is incredibly annoying for anything but a car. Or maybe a tractor. If you are going to fill small power equipment this will be a pain in the ass/get something smaller

leecewest

Nov 26, 2025 6:43 AM

176 Comments

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leecewestNov 26, 2025 6:43 AM

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Quote from Bedazzled_Peenus

Complete with the stupid idiot nozzle

I put an automatic fuel transfer pump on my can. It makes filling up my 2-stage snowblower much easier when snow blinded.

BoastfulJuice3071

Nov 26, 2025 12:46 PM

50 Comments

Joined Nov 2024

BoastfulJuice3071Nov 26, 2025 12:46 PM

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Quote from Bedazzled_Peenus

Complete with the stupid idiot nozzle

Allegedly, one can remove the nozzle assembly from the can and depress the nozzle. On the screw end portion you will see an o-ring. Remove the o-ring and the nozzle will separate into two pieces, then remove the spring and reassemble, not forgetting to replace the o-ring, otherwise it will leak. Then when you press down the nozzle it will stay in the open position until you manually close it. Not that I would ever do this because I blindly trust our benevolent CARB overlords.

sup3rson1c

Nov 26, 2025 12:56 PM

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sup3rson1cNov 26, 2025 12:56 PM

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Quote from helloroad

but you have no other choices

VP Racing fuel jugs. I would never EVER use these with the "safety nozzle" on them. Absolute garbage.

sgb

Nov 26, 2025 1:13 PM

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sgbNov 26, 2025 1:13 PM

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Quote from LEOMHK1.0

Who remember when you could've filled the container for less than this price.

It's not that much more expensive now. I can find gas for around $2.75 near me, which works out to $13.75 for 5 gallons. Gas prices have gone up less than the overall inflation over the last 40 years or so.

likeaw

Nov 26, 2025 1:33 PM

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likeawNov 26, 2025 1:33 PM

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Quote from LEOMHK1.0

Who remember when you could've filled the container for less than this price.

I used my Kroger fuel points and got gas for $1.29/gal a few months back. 35 gallon limit, and used it all.

LEOMHK1.0

Nov 26, 2025 1:34 PM

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LEOMHK1.0Nov 26, 2025 1:34 PM

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Quote from munkle

You can fill this today for less than $13. Gas is below $2.60 a gallon in a few states.

Quote from sgb

Quote from likeaw

I used my Kroger fuel points and got gas for $1.29/gal a few months back. 35 gallon limit, and used it all.

Well... I guess I'm a bit out of touch about other states..... in my state gas is near $5 per gallon.
You guys are lucky..

Last edited by LEOMHK1.0 November 26, 2025 at 06:13 AM.

kalukola

Pro

Nov 26, 2025 3:01 PM

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Joined May 2006

kalukola

Pro

Nov 26, 2025 3:01 PM

728 Comments

out of stock for shipping Frown

had to do an order for $35+ to get free delivery via walmart+ trial.

Lillybulldog

Nov 26, 2025 3:28 PM

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LillybulldogNov 26, 2025 3:28 PM

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Quote from sup3rson1c

VP Racing fuel jugs. I would never EVER use these with the "safety nozzle" on them. Absolute garbage.

Junk for sure get the push button or some good metal cans

likeaw

Nov 26, 2025 4:39 PM

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Joined Nov 2006

likeawNov 26, 2025 4:39 PM

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Quote from Lillybulldog

Junk for sure get the push button or some good metal cans

I got some metal cans on ebay about 10 years ago. The gaskets for the nozzle cap on mine are available on Amazon and probably ebay. Found that after 2-3 years of use they tend to not seal very well and leak gas or fumes. Fixed right up like new, but I still use a electric fuel pump to remove the fuel, because the metal can nozzles suck and besides they are heavy.

likeaw

Nov 26, 2025 4:41 PM

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likeawNov 26, 2025 4:41 PM

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Quote from Lillybulldog

Junk for sure get the push button or some good metal cans

I got some metal cans on ebay about 10 years ago. The gaskets for the nozzle cap on mine are available on Amazon and probably ebay. Found that after 2-3 years of use they tend to not seal very well and leak gas or fumes. Fixed right up like new, but I still use an electric fuel pump to remove the fuel, because the metal can nozzles suck and besides they are heavy.

johnnyblades

Nov 26, 2025 8:29 PM

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johnnybladesNov 26, 2025 8:29 PM

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got my dad's old school galvanized steel can with the separate vent cap, gotta be 50 years old. that is still my favorite, wish i had about 3 more.

CleverHamster2291

Nov 27, 2025 2:20 AM

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CleverHamster2291Nov 27, 2025 2:20 AM

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Buy an Eagle can that actually works and will last the rest of your life.
https://www.menards.com/main/tool...c-9113.htm

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Is the Midwest Gas Can 5 gallon a good price at $12.88?

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