Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy Propane Heater 12000 BTU
- 12,000 BTU radiant, two settings
- Low-oxygen shutoff, tip-over protection
- Indoor and outdoor use
- Propane fuel, floor mount
- 11.2 pounds, 17 x 12 x 16 inches
- Coverage of 300, unit not stated
- 3 year limited warranty
Last refreshed Sep 8, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A camouflage radiant propane heater with two settings and low-oxygen and tip-over protection, listed for tents, garages, patios and more. The tank connection and run time are not listed.
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ASIN: B00CDJHIYWCategory: Propane Space Heaters
Overview
Warming a tent, a garage or a greenhouse is the job of this camouflage radiant propane heater. It stands on the floor as a portable unit, and a low-oxygen shutoff plus tip-over protection are built in.
High heat output in a portable body and built-in shutoffs are the reasons to buy for tents, garages and patios. The limit is information: the fuel connection, run time and coverage unit are absent, and a voltage row appears for a gas heater.
Who it's for
Campers, workshop owners and gardeners heating small enclosed or open spaces suit it. Anyone needing a primary home heat source should look at a vented heater.
Pros and cons
- Two heat settings
- Low-oxygen safety shutoff
- Portable floor-mount body
- Listed for indoor and outdoor use
- Run time not listed
- Tank connection unstated
- Coverage figure has no unit
- Electrical row looks mismatched
Performance notes
Radiant heat warms people and objects in front of the burner rather than the air, so distance and aim matter. Two settings trade output against fuel use, and the safety shutoffs cut the burner when oxygen drops or the unit tips. Ventilation guidance is not given in the listing, so follow the manual.
Where it stands among propane space heaters
- #3 most-searched brand and model of the 6 propane space heaters lines we track (by search demand, not sales).
From the specs of the 20 propane space heaters we list; not a test result.
Specifications
| Brand | Mr. Heater |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 11.2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 17"D x 12"W x 16"H |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Heating Method | Radiant |
| Number of Speeds | 2 |
| Max Temperature Setting | 900 °F |
| Heat Output | 12000 British thermal units |
| Heating Coverage | 300, unit not stated |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Propane |
| Voltage | 110 volts |
| Power Source | gas_powered |
| Construction & materials | |
| Color | Black, camouflage |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mounting Type | Floor mount |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 year limited |
| Other details | |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor, outdoor |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Dog house, garage, garden, greenhouse, home, patio, tent |
| Form Factor | Portable Heater |
| Item Type Name | hunting buddy heater |
| Room Type | Home Office, Living Room |
| Special Features | Low-Oxygen Safety Shutoff, Portable, Tip-Over Protection |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy have safety shutoffs?
Yes. The special features list a low-oxygen safety shutoff and tip-over protection.
Does the Mr. Heater Hunting Buddy need electricity?
It is gas powered. A voltage row appears in the specs, but no cord or plug is described.