MSR Reactor Stove System

by MSR

Product Features

• Unrivaled boil time: Boils 1 liter of water in under 3 minutes
• Windproof: Radiant burner is enclosed by heat exchanger for total wind protection
• Maximum Efficiency: Patent-pending heat-exchanger and radiant burner make this the most fuel-efficient stove system available.
• Integrated System: State-of-the-art stove and high-efficiency cookware are combined into one compact easy-to-use system 1.7 liter pot.
• Consistent Flame Output: Internal regulator equalizes fuel pressure for optimal performance in all conditions.

Product Description

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MSR has combined state-of-the-art cookware with revolutionary stove design to make the Reactor stove a super fast and efficient stove system. The Reactor Stove's radiant burner is enclosed by a unique heat exchanger for unmatched performance in windy conditions while an advanced pressure regulator provides optimal heat output over the life of a fuel canister. Stove and fuel stow inside of the high-efficiency 1.7-liter pot that's great for everything from solo trips to cooking for groups of up to three people. A collapsible handle locks the unique see-thru lid in place for safe and easy transport.

Features:

• Radiant burner head is enclosed by heat exchanger for maximum protection in even the windiest conditions
• Out-performs the competition in lab tests, boiling a liter of water in just 3 minutes, with a far greater advantage in windy conditions
• Maximum efficiency; patent-pending radiant burner and heat exchanger make the Reactor the most efficient all-condition stove system
• State-of-the-art stove and high-efficiency pot are combined into one compact, easy-to-use system
• Made in USA

Specifications:

• Minimum Weight: 1 pound, 2.2 ounces
• Packaged Weight: 1 pound, 2.8 ounces
• Burn time (MSR IsoPro) per 8-ounce canister: Approximately 80 minutes
• Boil time (MSR IsoPro), 1 liter: 3 minutes

Product Description

We’ve combined state of the art cookware with revolutionary stove design to make the Reactor stove the fastest, most fuel efficient stove system ever. The Reactor stove's radiant burner is enclosed by a unique heat exchanger for unmatched performance in windy conditions while an advanced pressure regulator provides optimal heat output over the life of a fuel canister. Stove and fuel stow inside of the high-efficiency 1.7-liter pot that's great for everything from solo trips to cooking for groups of up to three people. A collapsible handle locks the unique see-thru lid in place for safe and easy transport.

Product Details

• Item Weight: 1 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000NGQ9GK
• Item model number: 11205
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (14 customer reviews)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fast, efficient and wind proof!, May 25, 2009

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P. Zheng (Atlanta, GA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MSR Reactor Stove System (Sports)

I've boiled water in 15 mph winds outside with this stove with zero issues. It boils water insanely fast and does so with minimal fuel. An 8oz fuel canister will boil more than enough water for a couple over a weekend. The only downside is that it produces a lot of carbon monoxide and is quite dangerous to use even in a tent vestibule, so if there is inclement weather, you will still be required to boil your water outside the tent. Don't try to cook with this stove, it will burn your food so fast even stirring won't help.

This stove is great for 2-3 campers. It's probably too much of a stove for just one person.

Lastly, this stove is very heavy for an ultra light setup. It packs well, an 8oz. canister fits perfectly on top of the burner for storage, and the lid had a nook to lock in the fuel canister so there is no rattling while you're hiking with your pack. Watch out for the pot handle though, it snaps pretty hard and can get your finger if you're not careful.

13 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars MSR Reactor = 5 STARS and BEYOND, May 2, 2010

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Jason Black - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MSR Reactor Stove System (Sports)

MSR's Reactor is a dream. Living in Oregon we can have all 4 seasons in 1 day several times a year, and this stove is amazing in all of them. First off carbon monoxide warnings are all over this unit due to the heating elements size which is up to 5 times larger than almost every stove on the market, so the CM output is about 3 times more. Complete windproof design, lower part of the pot is basically sealed with the heat element & the gases are redirected out vents on the lower sides of the pot, its very nice to the eye. 1 liter boil time for me with cold water was around 2 & a half minutes in about 15 mph winds. The unit itself is entirely contained within the pot, and once placed into the pot correctly, the unit is contained & stabilized due to a locking plug in the pots lid that attaches to the top of the propane can which eliminates rattling & loose parts. This setup is about $60 more than most other units but is by far well worth double that, the time it saves you alone is priceless. Side by side to a JetBoil in the same conditions the JetBoil went out over half a dozen times with 6 minutes longer boil time. I would recommend this stove to anybody, camping, hiking or extreme climbing. Also it comes with a small cleaning pad that is pretty thick & instruction books in 8 different languages.

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wow, what a great stove, October 10, 2008

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John Thomas "JT" (San Antonio, Texas USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: MSR Reactor Stove System (Sports)

I got this stove just before leaving for British Columbia to hike the Rockwall Trail with my best amigos. We have been gathering for an annual backpacking trip for many years now, and we like to make meals that require only hot water: no pots and pans. I have never used a stove that boils water so fast and efficiently as this MSR Reactor. It was a stunning improvement over anything we have used before. The warnings about carbon monoxide are a little creepy, the Reactor apparently cranks out more than most stoves, but we always use our stoves outside so ventilation is no issue. The initial design that won an Editors Choice award from Backpacker magazine had a starter which has sadly been removed, so you need to carry matches or a lighter. But it fires up easily, boils in a few short minutes, and packs up compactly. Watch your fingers with the tension cable that holds the lid in place...none of us escaped a surprising stinging thwack from it!