A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon
A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon is a gas storage water heater from A. O. Smith with a 38 gallon rated tank and a 86 gallon first-hour rating at a 0.9 UEF.
| Uniform Energy Factor (UEF) | 0.9 |
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| Annual gas use (natural gas) | 188 therms/yr |
| Recovery efficiency | 91 % |
| Annual propane use | 205.46 gal/yr |
| Fuel | Natural Gas, Propane |
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| First-hour rating | 86 gal |
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| Rated storage volume | 38 gal |
| Draw pattern | High |
| Gas input rate | 50 kBTU/h |
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| Max current draw | 2 A |
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| Vent type | Power Vent |
| Vent size | 2 / 3 |
| Smart / connected capable | No |
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| Height | 44.7 in |
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| Diameter | 22 in |
| ENERGY STAR certified | Yes |
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Capacity and running cost
- Its 86 gallon first-hour rating suits a household of 5+ people under DOE sizing guidance.
- Rated for a high-usage draw pattern under the DOE test procedure.
- Estimated running cost: about $273/year at national average gas rates.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 0.9).
How much does the A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon cost to run per year?
About $273 per year at national average energy rates, based on its certified annual energy use under the DOE test draw pattern. Your rate and usage change this figure.
What venting does the A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon use?
The A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon uses Power Vent venting with 2 / 3 in vent connections. Matching the existing vent type is usually the cheapest replacement path.
Is the A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon a smart water heater?
No, the A. O. Smith GPCC-40L 1 40-Gallon is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
Sources
- data.energystar.gov (retrieved 2026-07-17)