Some people have used more powerful pumps (like the Intex 2500), but that pump requires a minimum 4,000 gallons of water. An 8-foot tank is just over 700 gallons, so it’s nowhere near that amount.

We got a stock tank pool. Or, to take a step back: we bought a galvanized steel trough intended for watering livestock, drilled a couple of holes in it, added a pump and filter, and made a pool ...

For effective stock tank pool maintenance, install a pump and filter system. Choose an appropriate pump, carefully create sealed connections in the tank and ensure electrical safety with GFCI outlets.

In fact, according to Country Living, an increasing number of people are buying stock tanks (you can get one for around $600) to use as swimming pools. How to Set Up a Stock Tank Pool ...

Manufacturers don't recommend draining your stock tank pool unless your area is likely to get freezing temperatures for more than a few days. In an empty pool, rain and debris can result in damage ...