MSR WhisperLite Compact Backpacking Stove
- White gas fuel
- 9.44 ounces listed weight, aluminum build
- 4 x 4 x 6 inches listed dimensions
- Fuel pump, windscreen, heat reflector included
- Small-parts kit and stuff sack included
- 3-year limited warranty
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A compact white gas stove for backpackers who want a liquid fuel burner with repair parts in the bag. No pot or fuel bottle is listed, so plan the rest of the kit separately.
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ASIN: B0CQRWV98JCategory: Camping Stoves
Overview
Not a canister stove or a cookset, the MSR WhisperLite is a compact white gas burner that comes with a fuel pump, windscreen and heat reflector. A small-parts kit and stuff sack round out the package for trail maintenance and packing.
Liquid fuel and a small-parts kit in the box make this a stove you can service away from the trailhead. Nothing to cook in or carry fuel in comes with it, and the listing gives no heat output or boil time.
Who it's for
Long trips where a burner may need field servicing suit this liquid fuel stove and its parts kit. Hikers who want to screw on a canister and boil water fast should choose a canister system.
Pros and cons
- Windscreen and heat reflector included
- Small-parts kit for field repairs
- Stuff sack for packing
- Compact aluminum build
- No fuel bottle in the included list
- No pot or cookset included
- Heat output and boil time not listed
Performance notes
Steady output depends on pumping the fuel to pressure and on using the windscreen and heat reflector to hold heat around the burner. The small-parts kit lets a user replace worn parts in the field, which governs how reliable the stove stays over a long trip.
Specifications
| Brand | MSR |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 0.59 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 4 × 4 × 6 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | White Gas |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 years |
| Other details | |
| Item Type Name | Camping Stove |
Frequently asked questions
Does the MSR WhisperLite come with a fuel bottle or a pot?
Neither is in the included list. The box holds the stove with a fuel pump, heat reflector, small-parts kit, stuff sack and windscreen, so bring your own fuel bottle and cookware.
Can the MSR WhisperLite use isobutane canisters?
The listing names white gas as the fuel type and no other fuel. Do not assume canister use unless MSR confirms it.
What is the small-parts kit for on the MSR WhisperLite?
The listing names a small-parts kit in the box but does not detail its contents. Check the MSR manual for which parts it covers.