Completely agree. That's why I think you'd need tracks.The wheels may cut paths into the floor in time.
It's true that people do hang heavy objects from cables. But those are typically from purpose built ceilings, unlike most residential ceilings. And if it's hung from the stand, it brings up the tipping / center of gravity issue.You could also hang the tank from cables and swing it out into position to allow it to be cleaned with a pulley, although that may be ugly.
None of this is something I'd do, but if I did, it would be better on concrete floor. On concrete, you can use all sorts of concrete anchors to set up a permanent track, then come back later and fill it. On wood, if you used tracks, you might get lucky and only end up replacing a few planks, but it's risky.
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