TurboTorch 0386-0851 STK-99 Torch Swirl
- MAPP or propane fuel, self lighting
- CGA 600 regulator included
- ST-3 tip and instruction manual included
- Swirl combustion, interchangeable tips
- 3.56 lb, 360 swivel tips per the copy
Last refreshed Oct 2, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A hand-held swirl torch kit with a regulator and one tip, lighting itself on either fuel. Only one tip is included, so extra tips are a separate purchase.
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ASIN: B00INRZJ7GModel: 0386-0851Category: Propane Torches
Overview
A plumber or tradesperson who brazes or solders gets a swirl combustion torch with a regulator, a tip and a manual. The orifice is easy to clean and change, and tips interchange for different jobs.
A regulator, tip and manual make it a complete starting kit, and the swirl combustion gives concentrated heat. The weight is listed, but there is no heat rating and no hose detail.
Who it's for
Plumbers, HVAC techs and general repair users who braze and solder will find the kit complete. Buyers who need a wider tip set, or oxy-fuel cutting, should look at a different outfit.
Pros and cons
- Regulator and tip included
- Swirl combustion focuses heat
- Orifice is easy to clean and change
- Only one tip included
- Heat output not listed
- Hose length not listed
- Fairly heavy to hold
Performance notes
Swirl combustion mixes fuel and air to concentrate heat, and the tip chosen sets flame size. The regulator holds delivery pressure and the interchangeable orifice can be cleaned or swapped as it wears. MAPP burns hotter than propane.
Where it stands among propane torches
- #4 most-searched brand and model of the 9 propane torches lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 15 propane torches we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | ESAB |
|---|---|
| Model | 0386-0851 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Weight | 3.56 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel | MAPP, propane |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | CGA 600 regulator, ST-3 tip, instruction manual |
| Other details | |
| Torch type | Hand torch, self lighting |
| Regulator | CGA 600 |
| Tip included | ST-3 |
| Tips | Interchangeable, 360 swivel |
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect the TurboTorch STK-99 to fuel?
A CGA 600 regulator is included. The listing gives no hose or cylinder connection steps, so check your cylinder fitting.
Is the STK-99 self lighting?
The title says self lighting.
What fuel does the STK-99 use?
MAPP gas or propane.
What is in the box with the STK-99?
The CGA 600 regulator, an ST-3 tip and an instruction manual.