Ruud Professional Classic 40-Gallon Electric Water Heater

Model PROE40-2-RH95
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Wattage
4500
Fuel Type
Electric
Tank Type
Tank
Energy Factor
0.92
Warranty Years
6
Capacity Gallons
40

Ruud Professional Classic 40-Gallon Electric Water Heater Review

The Ruud Professional Classic 40-Gallon Electric is Rheem's plumber-channel 40-gallon electric tank, sold under the Ruud brand through plumbing supply houses. The Professional Classic tier is Ruud's value tier — below the Achiever Plus.

Specs: 40 gallons stored, two 4500W heating elements, UEF 0.93, 52-gallon FHR, 6-year tank and parts warranty. Glass-lined steel tank, magnesium anode rod. ENERGY STAR certified.

Functionally equivalent to Rheem Performance Electric 40-gal at retail. The Ruud branding serves plumber-channel preference rather than adding distinct value. About $479 plumber-channel pricing, $1,050 plumber-installed.

Right buyer: plumber doing the install with Ruud in their supply relationship. For DIY purchases through Home Depot, Rheem Performance Electric 40-gal is the equivalent product at similar pricing.

Full Specifications

Brand
Ruud
Model Number
PROE40-2-RH95
Wattage
4500
Fuel Type
Electric
Tank Type
Tank
Energy Factor
0.92
Warranty Years
6
Capacity Gallons
40
First Hour Delivery
52

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