Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves

Summary: These simple stoves are lightweight and can use hexamine, wood white fuel, white fuel, and gas canisters using one nozzle. They're popular in cold weather, but they're loud and don't have a simmer limit.

Some multi-fuel stoves burn different types of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with both white and isobutane canisters for fuel.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova multi-fuel stove can be used for a variety of liquid fuels. It has a quick priming burner, self-purging aluminum pump, and a precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and large spreading legs make it a solid stove that can be used on hard ground. This makes it an ideal stove for group base camps kayaking, Arctic camp.

The Optimus Nova is different from other stoves with liquid fuel that have a problem with unburned fuel lingering in the fuel line or the nozzle. This can be fixed by flipping the bottle. This removes intake hoses from the fuel and causes them to take in air, which puts out flames and depressurizes the bottle.

This is a pretty ingenious solution for an age-old issue, and it works. The Nova can be used with a range of standard fuel bottles that seal with an o-ring. This includes MSR bottles. It also comes with a full-featured stove bag that has separate pockets for spare parts, tools, lubricant and 349338 the fuel pump.

This is a great all-round stove for backpacking use in the UK especially for trips in which a variety of fuels is essential. The cost is quite affordable when compared with other canister stoves with similar capabilities. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and enjoyable to use.

Kovea Hydra

The Kovea Hydra multi fuel stove first came on the market in 2010 and has been a favourite choice for backpackers since. The Hydra isn't as well-known among UK backpackers, perhaps because they have caught up to better-known brands or the latest lightweight offering from China or Korea. But that doesn't make it any less useful.

It is a compact and 349338 lightweight stove that burns all liquid fuels, including propane butane, white gas and white gas using only one nozzle. It has a fairly typical stove design with a burner bell bolted to a body that anchors three support legs that fold out. The pump is situated just above the fuel line, and the generator loop wraps around the inlet and the flame spreader is situated just above. The burner itself is a low velocity flame, which helps it to be less impacted by winds.

It is a nice feature that it can also be used with a container of propane or isobutane, which makes it a versatile little cooker. It is easy to simmer with isobutane as well as propane, and it burns all fuels at a reasonable rate. However when using white gas the stove can be a little slower.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English but they were not written by native English speakers. The instructions warn you against using certain kinds of lighter fluid. If they are mistaken this could cause an accident and land Kovea into legal trouble. That said, any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas container from a reputable brand is likely to work perfectly.

Primus OmniLite Ti

Primus Omnilite Ti can be an ideal choice for those who are seeking a multifuel cooker that cooks with a variety of fuels. It can operate on gas, petrol/gasoline, diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for every fuel type and also alter the size of the flame. This stove has an oil pipe that is flat on the floor and is connected to the tank in a snap.

The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it requires maintenance to keep it operating efficiently. It is a risk because it explodes when you are priming. This is a problem that occurs with all stoves with liquid fuel, which use a secondary spindle on the stove end instead of an evaporator to cool the fuel.

Another issue is that it requires different jets for each type of fuel. If you are cooking using kerosene, the jet hole will be smaller than if you were using gas. It's not a major issue however it's something to be aware of.

MSR Whisper Lite

The MSR Whisper Lite is one of the tiniest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also simple to repair in the field. It can run on either canister liquid gas or fuel and includes attachments for both. The new design is lighter by 10% than its predecessor and Www.349338.Xyz the burner system has been redesigned to ensure better heat distribution. This is an excellent choice for backpackers on a budget or for beginners.

It takes some time to install, Www.349338.xyz prime, and boil water but the whistler Lite is a reliable camping stove that will not disappoint you. The flame is powerful when cranked to the max and can easily boil a liter of water in less than two minutes. The only downside is that it does not simmer like other stoves.

MSR developed the Dragonfly to be a more capable burner. It has a similar design to the whistler, but it's more compact and offers more performance. It's not as affordable as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative, providing a similar setup for half the price. It is also possible to purchase Whisperlite International or Universal for isobutane containers as well. The same fundamental design is used in both, however the Universal version can also be run with canister fuel in addition.

Coleman Sportster II

Like many Coleman stoves, this one is a no frills, rough and ready unit that just gets the job done. It's compact, self-contained and solid with the tank at the bottom and the burner on top. This makes it simple to use and an excellent option for backpackers, beginners who want to save on weight, and for those of us who like to keep an extra or two in the van.

This stove is designed to burn Coleman's proprietary fuel (naptha which is also referred to as "white gas") but can be used with unleaded gas as well. A gallon of gasoline can last for as long as a standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder so you'll save money on fuel with this option.

It requires some practice to achieve a perfect blue flame on a stove that burns liquid fuel. You'll have to pressurize the stove and prime them correctly before you can do this. If you get it wrong the fuel could spill out, splash beyond the burner, Www.349338.xyz or splash out. Do some practice outside before going on your trip to get the hang of it.

The stove will sacrifice some performance or flame odor efficiency when using non-coleman fuels but this is a trade-off in exchange for the extra flexibility it offers. Be sure to buy unleaded gasoline, and not one enhanced with methanol or (alcohol). These types of fuel can cause the unit's performance to decline and even explode.

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko Multi Fuel Stove from South Africa is an ultralight multifuel designed to withstand Www.349338.Xyz harsh conditions like Africa. It's an extremely compact and reliable all in one system that burns solid fuel, alcohol, tabs, and gels with one nozzle. It's a lightweight minimalist design that is priced less than the majority of multifuel stoves, and also has low ownership cost with fuel being less expensive per liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves feature a separate nozzle for each type of fuel. It isn't easy to switch between fuels during bad weather, or when wearing gloves. This can add weight to the overall load. Multifuel stoves of the newer type utilize a single nozzle to burn multiple fuels, which makes it easier. These stoves are described as hybrids or compressed fuel multifuel stoves. They can also be referred to under other names like white gas, isobutane kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car fuel.

Another option is to purchase an multifuel stove kit that converts your regular Trangia burner into a multifuel cooker. These are available in camping stores that specialize in outdoor equipment and are also available internationally. They are ideal for Trangia enthusiasts. They can burn all liquid fuels aside from diesel and with the appropriate accessories they can even simmer.