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Summary: These basic and light-weight stoves burn wood, hexamine tablets, gas canisters and white fuel with only one nozzle. They're popular during cold temperatures, but they're noisy and don't have a simmer limit.

Certain second hand multi fuel stoves ebay-fuel stoves can burn different types of liquid fuel. The MSR WhisperLite Universal, for instance, takes both white and isobutane canisters of fuel.

Optimus Nova

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

The Optimus Nova is different from other liquid fuel stoves that have a problem with fuel that is not burned remaining in the fuel line or the nozzle. This can be solved by simply flipping over the bottle. The intake hose is then removed from the fuel, forcing it to suck air which extinguishes the flame and decreases the pressure of the bottle.

This is a pretty ingenious solution to a long-standing problem, and it works. The Nova can also be used with a range of regular fuel bottles that are sealed with an o-ring, including MSR bottles. It also comes with a fully featured stove bag that has separate pockets for tools, spare parts as well as lubricant and the fuel pump.

This is a great backpacking stove that can be used in the UK. It is especially ideal for trips, where many fuel types are required. The price is affordable compared to other canister stoves that have similar capabilities. Additionally the Optimus Nova is easy to maintain and a pleasure to use.

Kovea Hydra

Since 2010 since 2010, the Kovea multi fuel boiler stove Fuel Stove has been a cult favorite among backpackers. A few UK backpackers pay the stove much attention these days maybe because they've gotten caught up with better known brands or whatever the most recent lightweight stove from China or Korea is but this doesn't mean that the Hydra does not have its advantages.

It is a lightweight and compact stove that burns all liquid fuels including white gas, propane butane and white gas with a single nozzle. It's a typical stove, with a burner attached to a body, which is secured by three support legs that fold out. The pump is situated on top of the fuel line, the generator loop is wrapped around the inlet, and the flame spreader sits above. The burner itself is a low-speed flame type that allows it to be less affected by wind.

A nice feature is that it can also be used with a canister of propane or isobutane making it a versatile small cooker. It's easy to simmer on propane or isobutane and burns all fuel types with a decent amount of heat, but is slower than other stoves when you use white gas.

The instructions for the Hydra are written in English but they were not written by native speakers of the language. The instructions caution you against using certain types of lighter fluid. If they are mistaken they could result in an accident and land Kovea into legal trouble. Any 7/16ths UNEF-threaded gas container of a trusted brand will work perfectly.

Primus OmniLite Ti

The Primus Omnilite Ti is a ideal choice to those looking for an all-fuel stove that can cook with a variety of fuels. It can be used with gas, petrol/gasoline or diesel, kerosene and aviation fuel. It has separate controls for each fuel type, and you can also adjust the flame size. This stove has a fuel pipe that is flat on the floor and can be connected to the tank easily.

While the Primus Omnilite is a fantastic stove, it requires maintenance in order to ensure that it functions properly. In particular it has a tendency to flare during priming, which can be dangerous. This is a common problem with all liquid fuel stoves that utilize a secondary spindle throttle at the stove's side to vaporize fuel instead of a generator coil.

It is also important to know that each fuel type needs an individual jet. This means that if cooking using kerosene, the jet hole needs to be smaller than when cooking with gas. This isn't a major issue however it's important to mention.

MSR Whisper Lite

The MSR Whisper Lite stove is one of the lightest, smallest and most affordable multi-fuel stoves. It is also easy to repair in the field. It is able to run on canister fuel or liquid gas, and includes attachments for both. The new design is 10% lighter than its predecessor and the burner's system has been improved for improved heat distribution. It's perfect for beginners or backpackers with a budget.

The whistler Lite requires a bit of time to prepare and prime, then boil water, but it's a reliable stove that won't let you down. The flame is extremely powerful when it is turned to its maximum and can boil the water to a liter in less than two minutes. The only drawback is that it doesn't simmer as well as other stoves.

This is the reason MSR has designed the Dragonfly stove to be an efficient simmering burner. It has a similar design like the whistler, but it is smaller and offers superior performance. It's not as affordable as the Whistler Lite. The Soto Amicus cookset and stove is an excellent alternative, providing similar features for less than half the cost. Whisperlite International and Universal can be utilized with isobutane. The same basic design is used for both, however the Universal version can also be run with canister fuel as well.

Coleman Sportster II

Like many Coleman stoves, this one is a simple model that is rough and ready that will get the job done. It's strong, compact and self-contained with the tank at the bottom and the burner up at the top. This makes it easy to use and is a great choice for those who are new to backpacking, looking to reduce weight and those of us who have spares in the van.

Designed to burn Coleman's own exclusive fuel (naptha gas, also referred to as white gas) The stove can be used with unleaded gasoline, as well. A gallon of gasoline will last as longer as a standard Coleman liquid fuel cylinder, which means 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 need to pressurize them and prime them properly before you can start. If you're not careful, fuel can be sprayed onto the burner, or even sputter. Do some practice outside before going on your next trip to master it.

This stove sacrifices some performance or flame odor effectiveness when using non-coleman fuels but this is a trade-off in exchange for the additional versatility it offers. Make sure you purchase unleaded gas and not something that's enhanced with alcohol or Methanol. This is because these types of fuel will cause the unit to be sputtering, leaky, and even explode!

ATG Jiko

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

Other multifuel stoves have a separate nozzle for each fuel type. This makes them a little fiddly to change over in bad weather or with gloves, and adds to their weight. The newest models of multifuel stoves have discovered ways to make use of the same nozzle for multiple fuels which is much simpler. These stoves can be described as hybrids or multifuel compressed fuel stoves. They are also known under other names like white gas, isobutane kerosene and unleaded gasoline/car fuel.

A multifuel stove kit is available to convert your Trangia burners into multifuel cookers. These are available in camping stores that specialize in outdoor equipment and are available internationally. They are ideal for Trangia enthusiasts. They can burn all liquid fuels apart from diesel, and with the right accessories they can even simmer.