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Basic Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U - Glass Aqua
  • Basic Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U - Glass Aqua
  • Basic Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U - Glass Aqua
  • Basic Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U - Glass Aqua
  • Basic Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U - Glass Aqua
Essentials Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U

Essentials Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U

$215.99 USD $234.96 USD
Usually ships in 1-2 business days from our fulfillment center

The Glass Aqua Essentials Aquarium Starter Kit - 45U is a streamlined, pre-curated setup centered around one of the most versatile rimless aquariums in the UNS lineup. With its wider footprint and classic rectangular shape, the 45U offers a “just right” canvas for many aquascapers.

A clean foundation for planted aquariums, it includes the core essentials needed to get started while leaving room for personalization. At 9.3 gallons, the UNS 45U is manageable while providing enough space to create detailed, layered aquascapes with stone or driftwood.

Paired with a high-quality LED light and UNS Controsoil, these key base components stabilize hardscape placement and support healthy plant growth. Whether you’re starting your first planted aquarium or adding a new aquascape to your collection, the 45U is a forgiving and rewarding tank to work within.

Looking for full control over your setup? Explore our Build Your Own Bundle (BYOB) kits. This kit offers core essentials selected for you.

What this Kit is Best For
- First-time planted tank hobbyists with more room to work
- Nature-style and Iwagumi aquascaping
- Aquascapers who want a flexible and quick starting point
- Hobbyists looking for a balanced, classic tank size

What’s Included
- UNS 45U rimless glass aquarium
- Black leveling mat
- Chihiros LED aquarium light
- UNS Controsoil substrate
- Optional: UNS Delta 60 canister filter

Tank Model Dimensions (IN)
W x D x H		 Volume (GAL)
Ultum Nature Systems 45U 17.71 x 11.02 x 11.02 9.3

This kit is designed as a flexible foundation rather than a fully complete system. It includes core essentials for a quick start while allowing you to select your own hardscape, plants, and accessories to customize the final layout.
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