Frequently asked questions
What fuel does the HOWL R1 use, and how long does it burn?
What fuel does the HOWL R1 use, and how long does it burn?
It runs on propane. At full blast it burns 8 hours on a 20 lb tank. An 8-ft regulator hose is included.
How tall are the flames?
How tall are the flames?
32 inches in nil wind, from one A-Flame burner. Operating temperature is 800ºF and fuel use peaks at 54,000 BTUs per hour.
How big and heavy is it?
How big and heavy is it?
It weighs 10 lbs and measures 13.275" x 8.43" x 6.05" with the legs in.
Can I use it during a fire ban?
Can I use it during a fire ban?
Propane appliances are treated differently from wood fires in some places, but rules vary by land agency, location, and date. Check current restrictions with the managing agency before you light it.
What is included?
What is included?
The fire pit and an 8-ft regulator hose. A propane tank is not listed as included.
Do I need a camper or vehicle to use it?
Do I need a camper or vehicle to use it?
No. It stands on its own folding legs and needs only a propane tank and the included hose, so it works at a ground camp, on a tailgate, or in the backyard.
Which HOWL should I buy, the R1, R3, or R4 MKII?
Which HOWL should I buy, the R1, R3, or R4 MKII?
The R1 gives you flame in the lightest frame. The R3 gives you flame and heat at 19.6 lbs. The R4 MKII is the hottest of the three, with 3 burners. The comparison table below lays out the specs.
Compare the HOWL line
| R1 | R3 | R4 MKII | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 10 lbs | 19.6 lbs | 27 lbs |
| Burn time, full blast, 20 lb tank | 8 hrs | 6 hrs | 6.5 hrs |
| Operating temp | 800ºF | 1,100ºF | 1,300+ºF |
| Max BTUs/hr | 54,000 | 64,750 | 62,000 |
| Burners | 1 A-Flame | A-Flame + U-Tube BarCoal | 3 total: 2 BarCoal + 1 A-Flame |
| Dimensions, legs in | 13.275" x 8.43" x 6.05" | 18" x 11.98" x 5.82" | 21" x 14.34" x 7.53" |
