Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves

Summary: These basic and lightweight stoves burn wood and hexamine tablets as well as white fuel and gas canisters via one nozzle. They're popular during cold weather but they're loud and don't have simmer control.

Some multi-fuel stoves are hybrids capable of burning multiple kinds of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with both white and isobutane canisters for fuel.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova is a 5kw multi fuel stoves defra approved-fuel stove that can be used with various liquid fuels. It features a quick-priming burner as well as an aluminium pump that self-purges and a precise control of the simmer. Its low center of gravity and wide spread legs make it a solid and solid stove. This makes it a perfect stove for group base camps kayaking, arctic camp.

Contrary to many other stoves with liquid fuel that have a problem in which unburned fuel is left in the fuel line and nozzle of the stove, the Optimus Nova has a shut off mechanism that works by simply flipping the bottle over. This disconnects the intake hose from the fuel, causing it to suck air which smothers the flame and decreases the pressure of the bottle.

This is an clever solution to a long-standing problem and it certainly does the trick. The Nova can be used with any fuel bottle that has an o-ring seal, which includes MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for spares, tools as well as lubricant and the fuel pump.

This is a great all-round stove for backpacking use in the UK, particularly for expeditions in which a variety of fuels is required. Its price is also very affordable when compared to canister stoves of similar capability. Moreover the Optimus Nova is easy to maintain and a pleasure to use.

Kovea Hydra

The Kovea Hydra multi fuel stove was first introduced in 2010 and has been a favorite choice for backpackers ever since. A few UK backpackers seem to give it much attention nowadays maybe because they've gotten fallen behind with more popular brands or whatever the most recent lightweight stove from China or Korea is but that doesn't mean that the Hydra isn't still a great stove with its advantages.

It's a compact and light stove, burning all liquid fuels including white gas and propane butane with one nozzle. It's a typical stove with a burner attached to a body which anchors three fold-out support legs. The pump is on the top of the fuel hose, the generator loop goes around the inlet and the flame spreader is up above that. The burner is a low-velocity flame type. This makes it less affected by wind.

It's a versatile cooker as it can be used with propane canisters or isobutane canisters. It is easy to simmer with propane or isobutane and burns all types of fuel with a decent amount of heat, but is a little slower than other stoves when you use white gas.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English but they were clearly not written by native English speakers. The instructions warn you against using certain types of lighter fluid. If you don't follow the instructions correctly they could result in an accident, and possibly put Kovea in legal trouble. But, any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas canister made by a reputable manufacturer is likely to work perfectly.

Primus OmniLite Ti

The Primus Omnilite Ti is a excellent choice for those looking for a multifuel stove that can cook using a variety of fuels. It can operate on gas, petrol/gasoline or Kerosene, diesel and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type and allows you to alter the size of the flame. The stove also has a fuel line that lies flat on the ground and is easily connected to the tank.

The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it requires maintenance to ensure it is operating properly. It is a risk because it explodes when priming. This is a problem that is common to all stoves that use liquid fuel, which use a secondary spindle on the stove's side instead of a coil to vaporize the fuel.

It is also important to note that every fuel type requires a different jet. This means that if cooking on kerosene the jet hole has to be smaller than when cooking with gas. It's not a major issue however it's something to be aware of.

MSR Whisper Lite

The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the tiniest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also very easy to repair in the field. It is able to be used with canister or liquid fuel and includes attachments for both. The new design is lighter by 10% compared to its predecessor and the burner system was revamped to improve heat distribution. This is a great option for backpackers on a tight budget or beginners.

The whistler Lite takes a little time to set up to prime and boil water, but it's a reliable stove that will never fail you. The flame is extremely powerful and http://srv5.cineteck.net/phpinfo/?a%5B%5D=multi+fuel+stove+defra+approved%2C+%3Ca+href%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fhu.fe.n.gk.uan.gni.ubi.uk6.2%40srv5.cineteck.net%2Fphpinfo%2F%3Fa%255B%255D%3D%253Ca%2Bhref%253Dhttp%253A%252F%252Fhklive.org%252Fyourl%252Fefficient5kwecodesignstovemultifuelcastironfireplace836696%253Emulti%2BFuel%2Bstoves%2Bfor%2Bsale%253C%252Fa%253E%253Cmeta%2Bhttp-equiv%253Drefresh%2Bcontent%253D0%253Burl%253Dhttp%253A%252F%252FEoxs.A.Pro.Wanadoo.Fr%2540srv5.cineteck.net%252Fphpinfo%252F%253Fa%25255B%25255D%253D%25253Ca%252Bhref%25253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.fireplacesandstove.com%25252Fproducts%25252Fportable-multifuel-cast-iron-fireplace-nrg-defra-5kw%25253Efireplaces%252Band%252Bstove%25253C%25252Fa%25253E%25253Cmeta%252Bhttp-equiv%25253Drefresh%252Bcontent%25253D0%25253Burl%25253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.fireplacesandstove.com%25252Fproducts%25252Fyork-wood-burning-stove-controllable-air-vents%252B%25252F%25253E%2B%252F%253E%3Ehttp%3A%2F%2Fhu.fe.n.gk.uan.gni.ubi.uk6.2%40srv5.cineteck.net%2Fphpinfo%2F%3Fa%5B%5D%3Dmulti+Fuel+stoves+for+sale%3C%2Fa%3E%2C%3Cmeta+http-equiv%3Drefresh+content%3D0%3Burl%3Dhttp%3A%2F%2Fhttps%25253a%25252f%25Evolv.e.l.U.pc%40Haedongacademy.org%2Fphpinfo.php%3Fa%255B%255D%3D%253Ca%2Bhref%253Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fmarketplace.roanoke-chowannewsherald.com%252FAdHunter%252Froanoke-chowan%252FHome%252FEmailFriend%253Furl%253Dhttps%253A%252F%252Fwww.fireplacesandstove.com%252F%253Emulti%2BFuel%2Bstoves%2Bwith%2Bback%2Bboiler%253C%252Fa%253E%253Cmeta%2Bhttp-equiv%253Drefresh%2Bcontent%253D0%253Burl%253Dhttp%253A%252F%252F211.45.131.206%252F%253Fa%25255B%25255D%253D%25253Ca%252Bhref%25253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.fireplacesandstove.com%25252Fproducts%25252Fyork-wood-burning-stove-controllable-air-vents%25253EWww.Fireplacesandstove.Com%25253C%25252Fa%25253E%25253Cmeta%252Bhttp-equiv%25253Drefresh%252Bcontent%25253D0%25253Burl%25253Dhttps%25253A%25252F%25252Fwww.fireplacesandstove.com%25252Fproducts%25252Fnrg-5kw-eco-stove-multifuel-cast-iron-351%252B%25252F%25 can easily boil one Liter of water in two minutes. The only downside is that it doesn't simmer like other stoves.

This is the reason MSR has designed the Dragonfly stove to be a more capable simmering burner. It's similar to the whistler but is more compact and provides superior performance. However, it's not as cheap as the whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus stove and cookset is a fantastic alternative that offers the same set-up for half the price. You can also get a Whisperlite International or Universal for isobutane containers as well. Both versions have the same design and style, however, the Universal version is also compatible with canister fuel.

Coleman Sportster II

Like many Coleman stoves this is a basic, [Redirect-302] rough and ready unit that will get the job done. It's strong, compact and self-contained with the tank on the bottom and the burner on top. This makes it simple to use and an excellent choice for beginners, backpackers who want to reduce weight and for those who want to keep one or two spares in the van.

This stove is designed to burn Coleman's proprietary fuel (naptha, also known as "white gas") however it can be used with non-leaded gas too. A gallon of gasoline will last as longer as a standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder, so you'll save money on fuel using this option.

It takes some practice to get a good blue flame on a stove that burns liquid fuel. You'll have to pressurize them and prime them properly before you can do so. If you get it wrong your fuel may spill out, splash beyond the burner, or splash out. Do some practice outside before going on your next trip to get the hang of it.

The stove will lose some performance and odor of the flame efficiency if you use non-Coleman fuels. However, this is a trade-off for its versatility. Just be sure you're buying gasoline that isn't leaded and not that is enriched with methanol or ethanol (alcohol). These types of fuel can cause the performance of the vehicle to decrease and even explode.

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko multi-fuel stove from South Africa (formerly known as the Jiko) is a light multifuel stove that's designed for harsh conditions like Africa. It's an extremely compact and reliable all in one system that burns solid fuel, alcohol, tabs, and also gels using a single nozzle. It's a light minimalist design that is priced less than the majority of multifuel stoves. It also comes with low costs of ownership, with fuel being less expensive per liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves use a separate nozzle for each kind of fuel. This makes them difficult to switch between fuels in cold weather or using gloves and can add to their overall weight. The newest models of multifuel stoves have discovered an option to use the same nozzle for multiple fuels which is much simpler. The newer versions of these stoves are known as 'hybrid', or 'compressed multifuel stoves'. there are many names for them like isobutane canister fuel white gas, kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car petrol.

Another option is to buy an multifuel stove kit that can convert your regular Trangia burner into a multi fuel cooker. These are available at camping stores that specialize in outdoor equipment and can be bought internationally. They're a great option for Trangia enthusiasts and are capable of burning all liquid fuels, with the exception of diesel and if used with the correct accessories can even simmer.