State ProLine XE Power Direct Vent 50-Gallon Gas
State ProLine XE Power Direct Vent 50-Gallon Gas Review
The State ProLine XE Power Direct Vent 50-Gallon Gas is A.O. Smith's premium-tier plumber-channel power-direct-vent gas tank under the State brand. "XE" reflects extended-warranty premium positioning.
Specs: 50 gallons stored, 50,000 BTU input, UEF 0.68, 90-gallon FHR, 10-year tank and 10-year parts warranty. Direct-vent PVC venting. ENERGY STAR certified.
The XE tier sits above standard ProLine Power Vent (6-year warranty) and matches A.O. Smith Signature Premier Power Direct Vent through plumber-channel distribution. The higher BTU burner provides ~45 gph recovery at 90°F rise — faster than 40K BTU equivalents.
About $1,200 plumber-channel pricing, $2,300 plumber-installed including direct-vent piping. Right buyer: install scenario requiring direct-vent capability with longer warranty than basic options.