Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves

Summary: These basic, lightweight stoves can burn wood, hexamine white fuel, white fuel, and gas canisters using one nozzle. These stoves are popular in cold weather, but they are noisy and lack simmer control.

Some multi-fuel stoves are hybrids able to burn multiple types of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal can be used with white and isobutane canisters for fuel.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova multi-fuel stove can be used for a variety of liquid fuels. It features a quick-priming burner, self-purging aluminium pump, and a precise simmer control. Its low center of gravity and wide spreading legs make it a solid stove that can be used on hard ground. This makes it a perfect stove for group backpacking base camps, kayaking, and camping in the Arctic.

The Optimus Nova is different from other stoves using liquid fuel that have a problem with unburned fuel lingering in the fuel line or nozzle. This can be solved by flipping the bottle. The intake hose is then removed from the fuel, causing it to draw air into the stove, which extinguishes the flame and reduces the pressure in the bottle.

This seems like an ingenious solution to an age-old problem, and it certainly is effective. The Nova can be used with any standard fuel bottle with an o-ring seal. This includes MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for spares, tools, lubricant, and the fuel pump.

This is an excellent all-round backpacking stove that is suitable for use in the UK especially for long-distance trips in which a variety of fuels is necessary. The price is very reasonable compared to other canister stoves with similar capabilities. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and a joy to use.

Kovea Hydra

The Kovea Hydra multi fuel stove was first marketed in 2010 and has been a favorite choice for backpackers since. The Hydra isn't as well-known among UK backpackers possibly because they've gained popularity with brands that are more well-known or the most recent lightweight options from China or Korea. But this doesn't mean it's any less effective.

It is a compact and lightweight stove that burns all liquid fuels including propane butane, white gas, and white gas through a single 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 on the top of the fuel hose, the generator loop goes around the inlet and the flame spreader sits above that. The burner is a slow-moving flame type. This means it is less susceptible to wind.

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

One thing to keep in mind concerning the Hydra is that the instructions are written in English which was not written by someone who speaks the language. The instructions warn against using certain kinds of lighter fluid. If you make a mistake this could cause an accident and put Kovea into legal trouble. But that any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas container from a reputable manufacturer will work fine.

Primus OmniLite Ti

The Primus Omnilite Ti is a excellent choice for those looking for a multifuel stove that can cook with a variety of fuels. It can be powered by gas, petrol/gasoline, diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type, and Www.349338.Xyz you can also adjust the flame size. This stove has a fuel pipe that is flat on the floor and is connected to the tank easily.

The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it requires maintenance to ensure it is operating correctly. It could be dangerous as it gets flaming when priming. This is a problem that is common to all stoves with liquid fuel, which use a secondary spindle on the stove's side instead of a coil to vaporize the fuel.

Another issue is the fact that it requires different jets for every type of fuel. If you cook using kerosene, the jet hole will be smaller than if using gas. It's a minor issue, but it's worth mentioning.

MSR Whisper Lite

The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the smallest, lightest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also easy to repair in the field. It can be used with either canister or liquid fuel and comes with attachments for each. The new design is 10percent lighter than its predecessor and the burner has been revamped to ensure better heat distribution. This is an excellent choice for backpackers on a tight budget or beginners.

It takes some time to prepare, set up, and boil water but the whistler Lite is a reliable camping stove that will not let you down. The flame is extremely powerful when cranked to the max and can easily boil one liter of water in less than two minutes. The only issue is that it doesn't simmer as well as other stoves.

MSR created the Dragonfly to be a more capable burner. It's a similar design to the whistler but is more compact and offers better performance. It's not as inexpensive as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus stove and cookset is a great alternative that provides a similar configuration for a fraction of the cost. Whisperlite International and Universal can be utilized with isobutane. Both versions have the same basic design but the Universal version is also compatible with canister fuel.

Coleman Sportster II

This is a simple and basic Coleman stove that does its job. It's compact, self-contained and solid with the tank on the bottom and the burner on top. This makes it easy to use and a great option for backpackers, beginners who want to save on weight and for those who prefer to have a backup or two 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 unleaded gas as well. This option will save you money since gasoline tanks can last longer than the standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder.

It requires some practice to get a good blue flame on a stove that burns liquid fuel. You'll need to pressurize them and prime them properly before you can do this. If you get it wrong, your fuel may pool, spray beyond the burner, or even splash out. To get the hang of this do some practice outside before you go on your excursion.

The stove will suffer some performance and odor of the flame efficiency if you use non-Coleman fuels. However, Www.349338.xyz this is a tradeoff for its versatility. Make sure to purchase unleaded gasoline and not something augmented with methanol or ethanol (alcohol). That's because these types of fuel can cause the unit to be sputtering, leaky, and possibly even explode!

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko multi-fuel stove from South Africa (formerly known as the Jiko) is a light multifuel stove made for Www.349338.Xyz (Www.349338.Xyz) harsh environments like Africa. It's a compact and reliable all-in-one stove that burns alcohol, solid fuel tabs and also gels through one nozzle. It's a light, minimalist design that costs less than most other multifuel stoves and also offers low ownership cost and fuel is less expensive per liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves have a separate nozzle per fuel type. This makes them fiddly to change over in the rain or without gloves, and could increase their weight overall. The latest models of multifuel stoves have discovered ways to make use of the same nozzle for multiple fuels which is much easier. These stoves are referred to as hybrids or multifuel compressed fuel stoves. They are also known by other names such as isobutane, white gas, kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car petrol.

A multifuel stove kit can be purchased to convert your Trangia burners into multi fuel cookers. They are typically available from specialised camping stores and can be purchased internationally. They're a great option for Trangia fans. They're capable of burning all liquid fuels with the exception of diesel and if fitted with the right equipment can even simmer.