How the calculation works
Tonnes convert to litres (diesel density 0.84 kg/L → 1,200 L/t). Delivery adds 0.01 UAH per litre per km to the EXW price. Annual savings = (retail − delivered) × annual litres. Storage payback = investment ÷ (savings / 12). Recommendation triggers when savings ≥5% of annual spend AND payback ≤24 months.
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Annual volume
How many tonnes of diesel your farm uses per year.
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Prices
Current retail price at the station and EXW price at the supplier.
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Distance
Kilometres from the supplier to your farm storage.
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Storage investment
One-time sum for tank, containment, metering system.
When to use this tool
- Decision on building an on-farm fuel depot
- Quarterly re-check as market prices change
- Justifying a storage loan to the bank
- Comparing offers from multiple suppliers
Limitations
The calculator does not account for: storage maintenance (pump, metering), seasonal retail price swings, evaporation losses (~0.5–1%/year), or working capital tied up in fuel inventory.
Frequently asked questions
Is bulk storage worth it for a 500 ha farm?
Usually not. Annual consumption under 40 tonnes at 4–6 UAH/L savings gives 200,000–240,000 UAH/year, but a certified storage setup costs 350,000–600,000 UAH. Payback exceeds 24 months. Exception: partnering with neighboring farms to share a depot.
How much does bulk diesel storage cost in Ukraine in 2026?
Baseline kit: one 10 m³ tank with containment 280,000–350,000 UAH, metering system with level sensors 40,000–60,000 UAH, dispensing equipment (pump, column) 30,000–80,000 UAH. Total around 350,000–500,000 UAH for a minimum working depot.
What are the State Consumer Service requirements for a fuel depot?
A siting permit, spill containment, lightning protection, fire alarm, and a certified metering system integrated with Ukraine's Electronic Administration System (SEA) since 2023. Non-compliance: 1,700–17,000 UAH fines plus closure risk.