Coleman Classic 3-Burner Propane Stove: specs and car camping fit
Quick answerThe Coleman Classic 3-Burner Propane Stove sits in the under $250 budget band. At the full 28,000 BTU, a 1 lb propane cylinder (about 21,600 BTU) lasts roughly 46 minutes; at typical 60 percent cooking throttle, about 1.3 hours.
| Brand | Coleman |
|---|---|
| Type | Camp stove |
| Budget | Under $250 |
| Output | 28,000 BTU |
Figures are taken from the Amazon listing title and feature bullets. Prices change often.
What does it mean for car camping?
At the full 28,000 BTU, a 1 lb propane cylinder (about 21,600 BTU) lasts roughly 46 minutes; at typical 60 percent cooking throttle, about 1.3 hours.
Use it outdoors only: never run a stove, griddle or heater inside a tent or a closed car, because carbon monoxide builds up fast and is odourless.
What the listing says
- PORTABLE: Built-in carry handle makes stove easy to move; bring to the campsite, picnic, roadside, and more
- EVEN COOKING: Even-Temp Burners with racetrack design radiates heat equally across stove; two wind guards with WindBlock protection helps shield burners and flame from wind
- IMPROVED COOKING CONTROL: Improved knob rotation for precise temperature and simmer control of 3 independently adjustable burners; PerfectHeat technology for more efficient cooking with less fuel
- EASY TO CLEAN: Removable chrome-plated grate for easy cleanup
- MATCHLESS LIGHTING: Push-button Instastart ignition for automatic, matchless lighting
- POWERFUL STOVE: 28,000 total BTUs of cooking power; PerfectFlow pressure control technology to keep the heat steady
Seller-provided feature bullets, quoted as listed, not independently verified.
Other camp stove options
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