Ruud PROP G50-76* RH HE EC3
Ruud PROP G50-76* RH HE EC3 is in the DOE listing as of Oct 26, 2026. Ruud PROP G50-76* RH HE EC3 is in the ENERGY STAR list as of Oct 26, 2026.
- Gas storage water heater
- 3 listed models
Its figures are also listed under Rheem PROP G50-76* RH HE EC3.
Certified figures
- Storage volume
- 50gallons
- UEF
- 0.89Uniform energy factor
- First-hour rating
- 136gallonsHot water in the first hour
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| Model number | Storage volume (gal) | UEF | First-hour rating (gal) | Recovery efficiency | Draw pattern |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROU G50-76* RU HE EC3 | 50 | 0.89 | 136 | 95% | — |
| PROU G50-76P CD HE | 50 | 0.89 | 136 | 95% | — |
| PROU G50-76U CD HE | 50 | 0.89 | 136 | 95% | — |
UEF is the uniform energy factor. A dash means the model has no such figure.
ENERGY STAR certified models
| Model number | Storage volume (gal) | UEF | First-hour rating (gal) | Recovery efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROU G50-76* RU HE EC3 | 50 | 0.89 | 136 | 95% |
| PROU G50-76P CD HE | 50 | 0.89 | 136 | 95% |
| PROU G50-76U CD HE | 50 | 0.89 | 136 | 95% |
Sold as 50 gallons, it holds 50 gallons in the test. Starting full, it gives 136 gallons of hot water in its first hour of use. That is 86 gallons more than its tank holds, since it reheats during the hour. Of 763 gas storage models, 22 give more hot water in the first hour. Among gas storage models, the median first-hour rating is 78 gallons.
It has 3 model numbers that are ENERGY STAR certified. In tests, 89% of the energy went to hot water, so its UEF is 0.89. When it reheats water in the test, 95% of the energy it uses ends up in the water.
It is sold as PROU G50-76* RU HE EC3, PROU G50-76P CD HE, and PROU G50-76U CD HE. Its test figures match those of 3 other basic models. The Friedrich, Rheem, and Richmond brands list one or more of them. For the full group, see the Rheem PROP G50-76* RH HE EC3 page.
It may qualify for 3 rebate programs. Another one program may accept it if it meets their other terms.
Also listed as
They carry every figure in the table above.
Rebates
| Program | State | Status | Program page |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs Utilities Water heater rebate (gas storage, gas tankless) | CO | May qualify | Its own page |
| Nicor Gas Energy Efficiency Rebates for Your Home (gas storage) | IL | May qualify if it meets the other terms | Its own page |
| DTE Energy Water Heaters (gas storage, gas tankless) | MI | May qualify | Its own page |
| Avista Home and small commercial: HVAC and water heating incentives (gas storage) | WA | May qualify | Its own page |
Programs change their terms. Check the program's own page before you buy.
- Every Ruud basic model
- Every 50-gallon gas storage water heater
- Every gas storage water heater
- The most-searched gas storage models side by side
Not covered
- Advertised figures. We have none on file for this model.