This pump eliminates the need for hand cranks. It's electrically powered so just plug it into any 120V outlet, or you can use the bonus harness with clips to use with a 12V battery. The suction pipe telescopes from 33.5 to 49 inches, allowing one pump to be used on metal or plastic drums from 15 to 55 gallons. It'll even fit some IBC (intermediate bulk container) totes. This pump is compatible with ethanol, methanol, DEF (diesel exhaust fluid or AdBlue), non-chlorinated brake cleaner, and water (not drinking water). So it's not just for getting alcohol fuels into the racecar. Use it at the shop, on the farm, in the yard. It works pretty quickly - up to 4.2 gallons (16 liters) per minute. The discharge hose is 6-1/2 feet long and it has a full control nozzle with easy on/off so it's easy to use. Instructions are included.