The Professional Classic line is Ruud\'s entry-tier tank water heater. Same chassis as Rheem Performance at contractor-channel pricing.
Professional Classic lineup
Atmospheric gas (PROG series)
Electric (PROE series)
- 30-gal (PROE30-2-RH95)
- 40-gal (PROE40-2-RH95)
- 50-gal (PROE50-2-RH95) — volume
- 66-gal (PROE66-2-RH95)
- 80-gal (PROE80-2-RH95)
Warranty
6 years tank / 6 years parts / 1 year labor — residential.
When Professional Classic is right
- Like-for-like replacement of existing 6-year tank
- Budget priority in contractor channel
- Rental property installations
- Short ownership horizon (selling within 5 years)
Step up to Achiever Plus or Ultra
For 9-year warranty: Achiever Plus. For 12-year warranty: Professional Ultra.
Pricing
- PROG30 gas: $549-749
- PROE30 electric: $449-599
- PROE50 electric: $599-799
- PROE80 electric: $849-1,099
Bottom line
Base value Ruud tank. Same product as Rheem Performance at contractor pricing.