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LB White | Tradesman K175 Portable Forced Air Heater | Kerosene | 175,000 BTU/HR Input

  • 175,000 BTU per hour input
  • Kerosene or #1 / #2 fuel oil
  • Forced air torpedo heater
  • 120 volts, floor mount
  • Thermostat control
  • Garage and workshop use

Updated 2 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A high-output portable kerosene torpedo heater for a garage or workshop. It burns fuel and needs an electrical supply, and the listing gives no ventilation or safety details.

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ASIN: B00O4A6VE6Model: K175Category: Kerosene Space Heaters

Overview

Job sites and shops are the setting for this portable heater, which blows warmed air from a torpedo-shaped body. It burns kerosene or fuel oil and is controlled by a thermostat.

Heavy output makes it a job-site or shop heater rather than a room heater. Forced air moves heat quickly across a large space. Fuel use, tank size, weight and clearance details are not in the listing.

Who it's for

Tradespeople and owners of well-ventilated shops and garages who need strong, portable heat. Bedrooms and tight indoor spaces are not what it is described for, despite the room list in the spec table.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Very high heat output
  • Forced air moves heat quickly
  • Burns kerosene or fuel oil
  • Portable torpedo form
Cons
  • Burns fuel, needs ventilation
  • Needs a 120 volt supply
  • Tank size not listed

Performance notes

A fan pushes air past the heat source and out of the nozzle, so warmth reaches a work area quickly. The input rating shows how much fuel energy is burned per hour. A thermostat cycles output to hold a set temperature.

Specifications

ModelK175
Capacity & performance
Heat Output175,000 BTU per hour
Heating MethodForced air
Power & efficiency
Fuel TypeKerosene, #1 or #2 fuel oil
Voltage120 volts
Construction & materials
ColorWhite
Compatibility & installation
Mounting TypeFloor mount
Other details
Form FactorTorpedo
Recommended Uses For ProductGarage and workshop

Frequently asked questions

Is the L.B. White Tradesman K175 an indoor bedroom heater?

The description points to garage and workshop use. The spec table lists room types, but no ventilation guidance is given.

Does the L.B. White K175 need electricity?

The listing gives 120 volts, so it needs a 120 volt supply.

What fuel does the L.B. White K175 burn?

Kerosene or #1 or #2 fuel oil, per the listing.