{"product_id":"rheem-proe50-t2-rh95-professional-classic-50-gal-tall-electric-water-heater","title":"Rheem PROE50 T2 RH95 Professional Classic 50 Gal Tall 4.5 kW Electric Water Heater","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Rheem PROE50 T2 RH95 is a 50-gallon tall Professional Classic electric tank water heater for residential replacement and light pro jobs where a 240V, 4.5 kW, two-element top-connection unit is required. It is a good fit when the existing space, plumbing connections, electrical service, and local code match the model specs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e50-gallon tall residential electric tank water heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e240V, single-phase, 4.5 kW two-element configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e63-gallon first hour rating for standard household hot-water demand planning\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTop water connections with 3\/4 in connection size\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eRheemglas tank lining, brass drain valve, and premium anode rod\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUPC: 020352654317\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFitment and Procurement Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConfirm jobsite dimensions, top water-connection layout, 240V electrical service, breaker and wire sizing, drain-pan requirements, and local code requirements before ordering. For property managers or contractors, send the old unit nameplate, installation-space photos, site ZIP code, quantity, and delivery constraints for a faster quote.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat should a contractor verify before replacing an existing 50-gallon electric water heater with this model?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVerify the existing tank height and diameter clearance, 240V electrical service, breaker\/wire sizing, top water-connection layout, drain-pan requirements, and local code requirements before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this a direct replacement for every 50-gallon tall electric water heater?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. It is a 50-gallon tall, 240V, 4.5 kW, two-element model with top water connections. It should not be treated as a fit until the jobsite dimensions, voltage, connection layout, and code requirements match.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhat information should a property manager send for a fast quote?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSend the old water heater nameplate photo, installation closet or mechanical-room photos, height and diameter clearance, breaker size if visible, site ZIP code, quantity, and whether haul-away or scheduled delivery is needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eWhy does the first hour rating matter for multifamily or rental turns?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst hour rating helps estimate how much hot water the tank can deliver during peak use. For a like-for-like replacement, it should be checked against the old unit and expected household demand, not just tank gallon size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003eCan this ship as a jobsite-delivered replacement unit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be quoted for jobsite delivery, but delivery method should be confirmed before purchase because water heaters are bulky, damage-sensitive, and may need appointment or liftgate handling depending on site access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eExpert Verdict\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a strong replacement-water-heater canary because the model has verified product identity, UPC, price, image, warranty\/use\/spec documentation, and contractor-use attributes. Keep it in draft until the dimensional discrepancy between distributor and manufacturer sources is resolved or explicitly documented.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rheem","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53103238513007,"sku":"PROE50-T2-RH95","price":679.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3499\/7051\/files\/5106078_square.jpg?v=1781165540","url":"https:\/\/superarbor.io\/products\/rheem-proe50-t2-rh95-professional-classic-50-gal-tall-electric-water-heater","provider":"Super Arbor","version":"1.0","type":"link"}