Coleman Triton Series Stove
Coleman Triton Instastart Stove
Coleman Triton Stove Overview
The Coleman Triton Stove Series 2 Burner played a pivotal role in the creation of much of my recent outdoor cuisine.
One of my favorite outdoor experiences is sizzling up a hot meal as the sun sets, especially when I’m able to share that tasty trailside dinner with other adventurers. It’s a task I take pride in. Cooking outside over an open flame conjures up an ancient, primal sense of accomplishment from deep within. Never mind that I came fully prepared with several cans of propane and a BIC lighter — I still feel like I’m Arthur “Master of the Flame” McMahon when I’m manning the picnic table stovetop.
The Triton’s he dual burners each pump out 11,000 BTUs of power, and they can boil water at full blast or be dialed down for simmering. The Triton stove is widely available and uses standard propane fuel canisters. For about $80 this stove comes with two adjustable burners, a slim profile for easy storing, and wind guards.
Coleman has been a reputable name in camp stoves for ages and the Triton stove has proven to be as reliable as they come, which is why we’re awarding it our Classic Pick for the Car Camper.
Coleman Triton Stove Star Rating
- Stability
- Simmer
- Ease of Setup
- Boil Time
Summary
The Coleman Triton Stove has two burners, sets up in seconds, has built-in wind blockers, and closes up as a carrying case. While it’s not the best camping simmer out there, it can cook at near-gourmet levels, and is built like a tank.
Interested in a camping stove? You can see how the Coleman Triton Stove compares to other stoves, and learn how to pick the right camping stove for you.
Read the full Coleman Triton Stove Series 2 Burner below.
Coleman Triton Stove Specifications
| Feature Type | Feature Specs | What This Means |
| Weight | 11 lbs (5 kg) | Fairly lightweight for a car camping stove. Easy to carry with one hand, yet durable. |
| Stove Type | Compact Double Burner Stove | This stove has two burners, is relatively small, and is the most common form factor for camping stoves. More on camping stove types in our Guide. |
| Fuel Type(s) | Propane | The Triton series specifically uses 16-ounce green canisters of propane. More on camping stove fuel types in our Guide. |
| Output | 22,000 BTU/hr | Each burner has 11,000 BTU/hr output, which is pretty solid. Not the highest, not the lowest. More on camping stove output and BTUs in our Guide. |
| Simmer Ability | Average | The Triton series can simmer, but it’s not outstanding at it. You’ll have to play with the dials to get it just right. More on camping stove simmer ability in our Guide. |
| Wind Resistance | Yes, side flaps | There are two built-in side flaps. That, plus the back panel, create three sides of wind resistance. More on camping stove wind resistance in our Guide. |
| Boil Time | 4 minutes per 1 Liter of water | This is the manufacturer claim, and based on our test it can get close to these times. This metric isn’t critical for camping stoves. |
| Piezo Ignition? | No | This version doesn’t have a automatic ignition, but you can buy the Triton InstaStart if you want it. More on how Piezo ignition works (and what it is) in our Guide. |
| Included Items | Stove w/ handle | This is a self-contained unit. The stove has a built-in handle, fuel attachment hose, and included side flaps for wind protection. |
| Dimensions | Packed Size: 21 x 12.5 in. (53 x 31.7 cm) | This is a fairly small stove when compared to other compact two-burners. It’ll fit easily in a car or on a picnic table. |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 3-year Warranty | Coleman offers a three-year warranty for defects in manufacturing and workmanship issues. This is about standard for stoves, but certainly not impressive. We’d like to see a 10 year warranty for stoves, especially when there are relatively few parts to maintain. |
| Retail Price | $70-$84.99 | Depending on where you buy this, the retail price is listed differently. We find that under $100 is a great price for a camping stove that’ll last and work for nearly every camping adventure. |
Gear Review of the Coleman Triton Stove
Revelation: The Moment I Knew
The Coleman Triton stove was my kitchen away from home for a 2,000 mile road trip through Oregon, Nevada, and California where my wife and I visited several National Parks and Monuments. Every breakfast and dinner we had during those two weeks was cooked on the Triton’s two burners. Ravioli were boiled to perfection, eggs were made over easy, and sloppy joes were simmered for exactly 30 minutes as per the rules of my mama’s secret recipe.
Camp life with the Coleman Triton stove. Sloppy joe’s included.
The small size and weight of the Triton stove made for easy storage and carrying. It sat flush on any flat surface, the propane attachment screwed in securely, and the wind guards slid into place with ease, giving me confidence in its stability so that I could focus on the food I was about to cook.
Easy to setup, use, and cook.
The stove worked, which allowed us to think relatively little about it, and get down to eating.
Digging Deeper
Stability
The Triton stove can comfortably hold a 12-inch pan and 10-inch next to each other, and its frame will support a fair amount of weight. I had a hefty pot of boiling pasta on one burner and a pan full of searing chicken legs on the other without any issues. That doesn’t mean you should try to sit on it (nobody wants that kind of toasty buns!), and it still needs a flat surface to function this well. Campsite picnic tables are highly recommended.
As long as you have a flat surface, this stove is solid. It also can fit two pans side by side easily.
Simmer
Full blast is the default on this stove — it wants to fry your chicken in record time. The temperature dials are sensitive at the lower end, which means simmering takes a little finesse, but it’s definitely possible.
The Triton stove can simmer, but it wants to be a full-blast flame. You’ll have to control the dial sensitively to get it to simmer.
I was able to reduce the flame to make over easy eggs, which will never be possible over a roaring fire. Not the best simmerer on the market, but definitely able.
Ease of Setup
Opening up the stove and putting it together was a snap. The propane can twists into place securely and rests right next to the stove on the table. You do have to provide your own spark, so make sure to bring a lighter. If you prefer an automatic Piezo lighter then you can spring the extra $20 to grab the Coleman Triton InstaStart.
The Triton stove has a built-in handle for easy carrying.
Boil Time
On average it took around four minutes to get a couple cups of water to boil, but on windy days that was sometimes doubled. The wind guards on the Triton have an adjustable width, which is an uncommon feature on camping stoves, and this is great for making a bit of extra space for larger pans, but it also allows in more wind to steal away the heat of your flames.
The wind flaps area easy to assemble. While they do aid in wind protection, they could be larger.
Grievances
As I mentioned, the temperature dials are a little finicky when you’re going for a gentle simmer. There is a very tight window between the heat strength of an industrial furnace and no-flames-at-all where the perfect simmer resides. It’s all too easy to shut off the burner by accident. I got used to its sensitivity after awhile, but it was annoying when I had to grab my lighter and reignite the flame.
Final Word
As the successor to the tried-and-true Coleman Camp Stove, the Coleman Triton Stove Series 2 Burner has some serious reputation to uphold. Fortunately it’s a hardy piece of equipment that is capable of cooking a damn good meal and will be a great centerpiece in your car camping outdoor kitchen.
Where to Buy Coleman Triton Stove
We tested the Coleman Triton Stove Series 2 Burner — sometimes called the Coleman Triton Series 2-Burner Stove. It’s a camp staple and can be found in many outdoor stores and online retailers. There is also a version that costs roughly $20 more, the Coleman Triton InstaStart, and comes with a Piezo ignition. We like both stoves, and think it really depends if you prefer an automatic ignition or not.
Compare Coleman Triton Series and Triton InstaStart prices below.
Coleman Triton Series Stove
Coleman Triton Instastart Stove
I am camping with that exact stove! My dad, 90, who still loves tent camp, takes it with him every time. You scored a durable, reliable camping gem. Enjoy!
Just got mine today and it slips and slides all over the place on my aluminum rollup table. It needs some rubber feet. I’m using this griddle. The side wind flaps need to be spread just a little bit.
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Very good control over the flame from full-on to simmer.
I recently got a Coleman tent for a camping trip, and I was blown away by its durability and ease of setup. It held up perfectly, even in unpredictable weather conditions, and the spacious design made for a comfortable camping experience. Coleman truly delivers on quality and performance with their tents.