Cheap Multi Fuel Stoves

Summary: These basic, lightweight stoves can use hexamine, wood white fuel, as well as gas canisters with one nozzle. They're popular during 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, for www.34630194.xyz (https://www.34630194.xyz) example, burns white and isobutane fuel in its canisters.

Optimus Nova

The Optimus Nova is a multi-fuel stove that can be used with various liquid fuels. It features a quick-priming burner, self-purging aluminum pump and 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 backpacking base camps, kayaking, and arctic camping.

The Optimus Nova is different from other stoves with liquid fuel which have issues with unburned fuel lingering in the fuel line or nozzle. This can be resolved by flipping the bottle. The intake hoses are then removed from the fuel and causes them to absorb air which puts out flames and depressurizes bottles.

This seems like an ingenious solution to an age-old problem and it definitely is effective. The Nova can be used with any fuel bottle with an o-ring seal. This includes MSR bottles. It comes with an oven bag that has pockets for tools, spares as well as 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 where a variety of fuels is essential. Its price is also very affordable when compared to canister stoves that have similar capabilities. The Optimus Nova is also easy to maintain and enjoyable to use.

Kovea Hydra

Since 2010, the Kovea Multi Fuel Stove has been a favorite among backpackers. The Hydra isn't as well-known among UK backpackers any more, perhaps because they have caught up to better-known brands or the most recent lightweight options from China or Korea. But this doesn't mean that it's less useful.

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

A nice feature is that it can also be used with a canister of isobutane or propane, which makes it a versatile little cooker. It's simple to simmer on isobutane or propane and burns all fuel types at a reasonable level, however it is a little slower than some other stoves when you use white gas.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English however they were not written by native speakers of the language. The instructions warn against using certain kinds of lighter fluid. If you don't follow the instructions correctly, it can cause an accident, and possibly put Kovea into legal trouble. However, any 7/16ths UNEF threaded gas container from a reputable brand is likely to work perfectly.

Primus OmniLite Ti

The Primus Omnilite Ti is a excellent choice for those looking for an all-fuel stove that can cook with a variety of fuels. It can run on gasoline, petrol/gasoline, fuel oil, 34630194.xyz kerosene, and diesel fuel. It has separate controls for each type of fuel and can also be used to adjust the flame size which is a great feature. This stove comes with a fuel pipe that is flat on the floor and is connected to the tank quickly.

The Primus Omnilite is an excellent stove, but it needs maintenance to keep it operating properly. It could be dangerous as it gets flaming when you are priming. This is a common issue with all liquid fuel stoves that use a secondary spindle throttle at the stove end to vaporize fuel, instead of an engine coil.

Another issue is the fact that it requires different jets for each kind of fuel. If you are cooking using kerosene, the jet hole will be smaller than if you were using gas. This is a minor nuisance but it's worth mentioning.

MSR Whisper Light

The MSR Whisper Lite is one of the tiniest, lightest and most affordable multi fuel stoves. It is also easy to repair in the field. It is able to be used with liquid gas or canister fuel and includes attachments for both. The new design is lighter by 10% over its predecessor and the burner mechanism has been redesigned to improve the distribution of heat. This is an excellent choice for backpackers with a limited budget or those who are just beginning.

The whistler Lite requires a bit of time to set up, prime and boil water, but it's an efficient stove that will not fail you. The flame is extremely strong when turned to its maximum and will easily boil one liter of water in two minutes or less. The only downside is that it's not as good for simmering as some other stoves.

MSR developed the Dragonfly to be a more capable burner. It has a similar design as the whistler, however it is more compact and has more performance. However it's not as inexpensive as the whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative that offers the same setup at less than half the price. Whisperlite International and Universal can be utilized with isobutane. Both versions have the same basic design, 34630194.xyz but the Universal version is also compatible with canister fuel.

Coleman Sportster II

Like many Coleman stoves, this is a basic model that is rough and ready that just gets the job done. It's compact, self-contained, and solid with the tank at the bottom and the burner on the top. This makes it easy to use and is a great choice for those who are new to backpacking, Www.34630194.xyz looking to reduce weight and for those of us who keep a few spares in the van.

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

It takes some practice to get a good blue flame on a stove with liquid fuel. You'll need to pressurize the stove and prime them correctly before you can do so. If you don't do it right your fuel may spill out, 34630194.xyz splash beyond the burner or sputter. Practice outside before taking it on your next trip to learn how to do it.

This stove does give up some performance or flame odor efficiency when using non-coleman fuels but that's a trade off for the additional flexibility it offers. Make sure you purchase unleaded gas and not something that is augmented with alcohol or Methanol. This is because these kinds of fuels can cause the unit to be sputtering, leaky, and possibly even explode!

ATG Jiko

The ATG Jiko Multi Fuel Stove from South Africa is an ultralight multifuel that's been designed for harsh environments like Africa. It's a compact and solid stove that can burn solid fuel tabs, gels, and alcohol through a single nozzle. It's a minimalist, ultralight design that costs less than other multifuel stoves. It also costs less per liter than gas canisters.

Other multifuel stoves feature a separate nozzle for each fuel type. This makes them fiddly to change over in bad weather or with gloves, and adds to their overall weight. Multifuel stoves that are of the current type utilize a single nozzle to burn multiple fuels, making it easier. These stoves are referred to as hybrids or compressed fuel multifuel stoves. They can also be referred to by other names such as white gas, isobutane kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car petrol.

Another option is to purchase an multifuel stove kit that can convert your regular Trangia burner into a multifuel cooker. These are often available from specialised camping stores and can be purchased internationally. They are a good option for Trangia enthusiasts and are capable of burning all liquid fuels with the exception of diesel, and when used with the correct accessories can even simmer.