The Whirlpool NU122 standard atmospheric natural gas line is the brand\'s entry-tier tank water heater. AO Smith-manufactured, atmospheric B-vent, 6-year tank warranty.
Standard gas lineup
- 30-gallon (NU30T122-403)
- 40-gallon (NU40T122-403)
- 50-gallon (NU50T122-403) — volume
- 65-gallon (NU65T122-403)
- 75-gallon (NU75T122-403)
When standard NU122 is right
- You have a chimney for atmospheric venting
- Budget priority at Lowe\'s
- You don\'t need extended 9-year warranty (or you\'re replacing within 6 years anyway)
- Standard 1-3 bathroom residential demand
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Pricing
- 30-gal: $499-699
- 40-gal: $599-799
- 50-gal: $649-849
- 65-gal: $899-1,099
- 75-gal: $999-1,249
Bottom line
Base value Whirlpool tank. 50-gal NU50T122-403 is the volume answer at Lowe\'s.