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Optimus Svea , Stove Type: Liquid Fuel Stoves, Fuel Type: Liquid, White Gas, Boil Time: 6 - 7 min, Auto Igniter: No, Weight: 19 oz w/ Free Shipping
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The classic Optimus Svea Stove is back. This stove is for those of you that have a strange emotional attachment to the classic stove and can't seem to let go. It has been around for a century and still sets the standard for compact outdoor cooking equipment. We doubt that any other outdoor stove has yet been field tested as much as the OPTIMUS SVEA. Widely used by climbers all over the world, this stove is renowned for its performance at high altitudes. The SVEA is ideal for single ventures, high altitudes cooking or whenever stuff volume and weight must be kept low. The lid of the stove also serves as a small cooking pot.
by
KarlosJ83,
Gear Expert
from UT, United States
Updated on August 4, 2026
The Optimus Svea stove is an essential part of my backpacking gear. I bought one 25 years ago and it worked flawlessly every trip but my friend would not giver it back to me after our trip last year, hence, I bought a bright shinny new one. Should last me till my last day. Not only great for meals but I am a tea fanatic in the morning and during the afternoon break. I tried a p... Read more
by
Walter Bates,
from TX, United States
Updated on August 4, 2026
I would upload photos if permitted. Great stove that takes a beating but ALWAYS WORKS. I just weighed my stove. Empty of fuel it weighs 14.65 oz. Nice thing about this stove is dependability without annual maintenance (at least in my case). Did I mentioned I have had this stove for 48yrs. My first stove.
Pros:
None
Cons:
Considered heavy for UL guys
Considered heavy for UL backpackers
stove and the fuel it uses considered heavy among UL hikers. Can be messy to add fuel to stove without funnel otherwise awesome
by
PappyHiker,
from PA, United States
Updated on June 29, 2026
I had no need to buy this particular stove other than it looked cool and I am a gear junkie. I really didn't need another stove, but I had to find out why so many people loved it. Soooo, I bought it. I have other stoves that run off of white gas so I was ready to put it to the test as soon as I got it.
I was pleasingly surprised after I got it up and running the first time I us... Read more
by
John,
from TN, United States
Updated on May 20, 2024
I bought an Optimus stove when I was 15 years old back in 1977. It cost $15. It served me well over the years. I lost it in 1987. Just bought a new one and I am very pleased. This stove is a must for primative campers and preppers.
by
Dan,
from FL, United States
Updated on May 20, 2024
I loved this stove as a kid. I lost it during a move. I’m glad to have it back. Camp Saver was great. Product was delivered on time. This stove looks like the one I had and burns the same. There was a comment, about it being cheaply made in a country other than Sweden, but I find no evidence of such.
by
Peter M,
Verified Owner
from WA, United States
Updated on May 20, 2024
I still have the svea 123 my dad bought in the 60s. There's never been a problem with it. Bought a new one to give to my son. Always easy to light, great heat, and generations of solid performance. Highly recommend!
You can find a downloadable instruction manual under the Downloads tab at: http://www.optimusstoves.com/seen/optimus-products/products/katadynshopconnect/optimus-outdoor-kocher/optimus-svea/
Answered by
Backpacker D,
Gear Expert,
October 28, 2012
We do not sale the 123 Stove maintenance kit that you are referring to. We cannot even order it from Optimus. I would suggest contacting them to see if they have one. I would note that it hasn't been available for some time. Their number is: 1-800-755-6701
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