Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove
Item #: 82424
Our Price: $179.98
Regular Price: $200.00
SAVINGS: $20.02 (11%)
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- Single jet multi-fuel technology enables a wide use of liquid fuels using a single jet, thus minimizing maintenance.
- Quick-priming patented burner requires less preheating which reduces fuel consumption.
- Because of integrated tank, Optimus Hiker guarantees a good pressure build up and safe operations even under cold conditions.
- The tank and burner arrangement is contained in a durable steel case with a carrying handle.
- One piece design requires no assembly, just open the lid and this legendary workhorse is ready for cooking.
- Safety pressure release valve included in tank lid.
- Rugged steel case with carrying handle protects the tank and burner when packed.
- Magic™ built in cleaning needle operated by magnetic forces ensures that the burner jet is clear every time the stove is turned on.
- Includes burner with valve ,stainless steel casing and instructions.
- Rating: 2850W.
- Burn time:Up to 2 hours at maximum output on one filling with M size fuel bottle, using 350 ml/ 12 fl. oz. fuel.
- Boil time: 34 fl oz.(1 L of water) Down to 3.5 minutes depending on climate, altitudes etc.
- Fuel : Optimus Arctic fuel, white gas, kerosene, diesel, jet fuel (not included).
- Size: 7 in. x 7 in. x 4.3 in. (when folded).
- Weight: 56 oz. (1590 g).
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: The plunger has to be hydrated so that it fits snugly.
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: Although it looks vaguely like an 8R make no mistake, it's far from it. It's huge and heavy. Even knowing that in advance still didn't quite prepare me. I bought it for car/scooter camping though so size/weight is not a big deal.I had read reviews and knew to flush the tank before using. Although I don't feel that should have been necessary, it wasn't a huge deal since I knew to do that before having it clog.It is convenient like an 8R, fold out, prime and cook. It has pot supports capable of holding a nice sized pan and doing some actual cooking. It simmers decent and also burns vigorously.The downsides:(1) The fact that it comes with a dirty tank.(2) The pump handle sticks out just far enough when pressurized to not allow it to close without holding the pump in. And it sticks out while cooking... just looking not quite so well thought out.(3) The little door that folds down seems to fit sorta haphazard. Just seems to not fit very precise.(4) The latch is cockeyed, sorta twisted and although functional bugs me severely.In short, I strongly suspect, and can see in the lack of pride and quality of workmanship that this stove, sadly similar to the new model Sveas is most likely made in [*].The pride/quality is gone and truthfully, next time I'll hit up [@] for the real "Made in Sweden" stoves.
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: The design works well. There is a huge amount of rubbish left inside from when it was made. If you don't clean it out it WILL plug up. SOLUTION: Take it all apart and clean everything three times. I'm not kidding. Buy the extra spare parts kit for the stove. The good news is that after the complete disassembly and rigorous cleaning you will really know your stove. Do all this at home where you have all the tools you need and plenty of time, not while camping with it for the first time. You will need to acquire the few tools needed to take it apart in the field and remember to bring them along. Learn how the stove works at home, practice with it. I use denatured alcohol to prime/preheat the burner so that when the kerosene arrives at the burner it will burn with a nice clean blue flame. Hobby stores carry plastic eyedroppers that work great for the alcohol. Yep, it is a PITA to take the thing apart and clean it but sooner or later you would have gotten dirt in it anyway and now you know how to do it. After all the dust settles you are the owner of a stove that will work well no matter what and when any problems come up you know how to master them!
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: I suspect some of the reviewers mistake this for the old 8R stove. It looks similar, but is about three times larger. The quality has gone downhill, but it does work and can burn a variety of fuels, including diesel, which for some people is important since they may be using a diesel fueled vehicle.
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: Extremely complicated and very difficult to light. Takes several efforts to get it started, and it is not easy. Once running, it does a good job. However, it takes a lot of time and effort to get it started - and it's a MESS to do. Carbon deposition is a significant issue with cleaning.
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Best Uses Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: I bought this to use on Scouting campouts, since I could fill it for the entire campout. I like that it was multifuel, just in case. But unfortunately, it is a poor excuse for what it used to be. It is difficult to open without three hands. When the tank is pressurized, the pump handle sticks out and you cannot close the lid. The pump handle does not screw down when pressurized. The flame adjustment knob did not fit right; even though it is just tubing with a slot cut into it , it would only fit one way. The green part of the knob kept falling off. The knob has a hex-shaped hole for a rounded diamond-shaped shaft. It is rather heavy, but I knew that already. Overall, I was very displeased with the quality of the stove. I returned it no problem.
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: great for cooking large meals.To large for a solo backpacker.Group camping
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: I've had my Optimus 8R earlier version since the mid-70s when it was under $30. Still works great today. A real blowtorch. Simple. Self contained. Easy to use with some practice. Heavy compared to a mini- canister or alcohol stove. Spilled fuel stinks, but is fairly economical. Expensive, but line a Svea 123, a classic.
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: Great little stove. An older but trusted design. Too heavy for today's lightweight fast hiker, but great for a group stove and car camping.
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Comments about Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove: I've had this little stove for over 30 years and it has never let me down. Lighting took some practice the first couple of times but is very simple to operate and uses any fuel. One of the best buys I ever made.
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What type of metal is the fuel tank made of.Asked on 5/15/2012 by Anonymous1 answer
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The fuel tank is made of steel.Answered on 5/16/2012 by Bob from Campmor
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What kind of metal is the fuel tank made of - is it brass like the original ones, or steel that will rust out in time?Asked on 4/18/2012 by Anonymous1 answer
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The Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove fuel tank is made of metal with brass fittings and pump.Answered on 4/19/2012 by Steve from Campmor
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where can find a replacement domed difflector that creates flame to expand
for '70's optimus 8r lost it hikingAsked on 1/26/2012 by Anonymous1 answer
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I have an old 8R from the early 70's I'd like to replace the gaskets & seals in it, are there parts available?Asked on 1/4/2012 by Jim from Kennewick, WA1 answer
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For older model stove repair and parts contact A+H Enterprises.
http://packstoves.net/cart/Answered on 1/9/2012 by Steve from Campmor
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what material is the fuel tank made of?Asked on 8/27/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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The fuel tank is made of metal.Answered on 8/30/2011 by Steve from Campmor
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What is the capacity of the fuel tank attached to this stove?Asked on 5/23/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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The fuel capacity is twelve ounces.Answered on 5/24/2011 by Anonymous
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What is the capacity of the fuel tank, on this stove?
Or, how much liquid gas does the fuel tank hold?Asked on 5/21/2011 by Anonymous1 answer
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12 fluid ozAnswered on 5/23/2011 by Anonymous
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what is the weight...in poundsAsked on 3/14/2011 by stan the man from bakersfield,ca1 answer
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The Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove weighs 3 lbs. 8 ozs.Answered on 3/14/2011 by Bob from Campmor
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What is the maxium low temp condition
that the stove wlll operate in?Asked on 11/27/2010 by Tim from Duluth,minnesota1 answer
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Optimus Optimus Hiker+ Backpacking Stove is a liquid fuels stove so it can function in extreme cold. I have used mine at below -20FAnswered on 11/30/2010 by Steve from Campmor
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does the fuel opening leak when you close the container????Asked on 8/8/2010 by greg from roseville3 answers
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No it will not.Answered on 8/9/2010 by Shawn from New JerseyA:
My old 8R doesn't. They do have a rubber gasket, which you might check. One of the reasons I like this stove, I've never had any spilled fuel in my pack.Answered on 8/31/2010 by Bob from IndianaA:
noAnswered on 9/1/2010 by camper dude from thunder bay, ontario, canada
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Merchant response: A dry pump cup will hinder pressurization. A little 3 in 1 or petroleum based oil seasons the cup and makes it flexible so it seals the pump cylinder.