Overview
A traditional-style steel gas stove that needs no chimney and heats right through a power outage.
The Buck Stove Townsend II is a vent-free gas stove made in the USA by New Buck Corporation in Spruce Pine, North Carolina. It burns natural gas or liquid propane at up to 32,000 Btu/h (22,400 Btu/h minimum), lights with a piezo igniter and runs on a standing pilot, so it heats without electricity. A built-in oxygen depletion sensor shuts the stove off if the room's fresh air runs low. ComfortBilt lists it as approved for mobile and manufactured homes.
Who the Townsend II is for
- Homes that want supplemental heat in a living room, den, cabin or basement without running a chimney or vent pipe.
- Buyers who like a traditional stove look with a visible log fire.
- Anyone who wants heat that does not depend on the power grid. Only the optional blower needs an outlet.
Choose fuel and blower
The stove is built for one fuel at the factory; the manual says it is not convertible to another gas, so order the version that matches your supply. The With Blower option adds the MA CVF714 blower kit, the only blower Buck approves for the Townsend II.
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| SKU | Fuel | Blower | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| TS2NG | Natural gas | No | $1,899 |
| TS2NGB | Natural gas | Yes | $2,268 (currently unavailable) |
| TS2LP | Liquid propane | No | $1,899 |
| TS2LPB | Liquid propane | Yes | $2,268 |
Propane installs need an external regulator that limits tank pressure to 13" W.C. The gas inlet is 3/8" NPT at the lower rear right; run 1/2" or larger supply pipe and use a qualified gas installer. Finish: the Townsend II is made in several colors and ComfortBilt does not offer a finish choice on this listing, so call us to confirm the finish before you order.
Key specs
| Input rating | 22,400–32,000 Btu/h |
| Efficiency | 99.9% (ComfortBilt rating) |
| Venting | None (vent-free) |
| Safety | Oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) |
| Ignition | Piezo, standing pilot |
| Controls | AUTO / OFF / MANUAL switch; remote and wall thermostat optional |
| Certification | ANSI Z21.11.2 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 26-1/2" x 26-1/4" x 16-1/2" |
| Warranty | 2 years; 1 year on electrical |
Clearances and placement
- 4" from side walls and the back wall (measured from the outermost point of the stove top), 48" to the ceiling.
- Keep curtains, furniture and clothing at least 48" from the front, top and sides, and keep the stove out of drafts and high-traffic areas.
- Set it on a metal or wood panel covering its full width and depth, never directly on carpet or vinyl.
- The room needs at least 50 cubic feet per 1,000 Btu/h (1,600 cu ft at full input), or extra fresh air.
Check your local code before you buy
- California: unvented fuel-burning room heaters are not permitted in homes.
- Minnesota: the state fuel gas code bars unvented room heaters in any dwelling.
- Elsewhere: under the International Fuel Gas Code, a vent-free heater cannot be your home's only heat source. Some cities and counties restrict them further or require a permit and inspection.
- Manufacturer limits: never in a bedroom, bathroom or RV. Above 4,500 ft the pilot may go out.
Call your local building or fire department to confirm before you order.
See the owner's manual under Documents on this page for full instructions. Want a stove that can also go inside a fireplace, with the blower included? See the Buck Stove Model T-33, or compare both on our vent-free gas stoves page.
Why buy the Townsend II from StoveSource
- No Sales Tax in any state.
- Authorized dealer, supplied through ComfortBilt.
- Questions about fuel, sizing or local rules? Call 1-888-914-0022.
- Up to 32,000 Btu/h of vent-free gas heat (22,400 Btu/h minimum)
- No chimney or vent pipe needed
- Works in a power outage: piezo ignition and standing pilot
- Optional MA CVF714 blower kit
- Oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) safety pilot
- Natural gas or propane; factory set, no field conversion
- Optional remote and wall thermostat
- Approved for mobile and manufactured homes (ComfortBilt)
- Made in the USA from steel; 2-year warranty
Installation
Clearances & Placement (Buck Stove manual)
| Minimum | |
|---|---|
| Side walls (from outermost point of stove top) | 4" |
| Back wall, including corner installs | 4" |
| Ceiling above stove top | 48" |
| Curtains, furniture, clothing (front, top, sides) | 48" |
| Floor | Metal or wood panel covering full width and depth; not directly on carpet or vinyl |
| Not allowed in | Bedrooms, bathrooms, recreational vehicles |
| Maximum elevation | 4,500 ft (pilot may go out above this) |
| Room volume | At least 50 cu ft per 1,000 Btu/h, or add fresh air |
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Specifications
| Fuel | Natural gas or liquid propane (factory set; no field conversion) |
|---|---|
| Input rating | 22,400–32,000 Btu/h |
| Efficiency | 99.9% (ComfortBilt rating) |
| Venting | None (vent-free) |
| Safety | Oxygen depletion sensor (ODS) pilot shutoff |
| Ignition | Piezo igniter, standing pilot; no electricity needed to heat |
| Controls | AUTO / OFF / MANUAL switch; optional remote (FDC-504) and wall thermostat (PE 400142) |
| Blower | Optional MA CVF714 kit (choose With Blower) |
| Installation | Freestanding |
|---|---|
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 26-1/2" x 26-1/4" x 16-1/2" |
| Gas inlet | 3/8" NPT; 1/2" or larger supply pipe |
| Maximum elevation | 4,500 ft (pilot may go out above this) |
| Certification | ANSI Z21.11.2 (unvented room heaters) |
| Mobile / manufactured homes | Approved (ComfortBilt) |
| Made in | USA (New Buck Corporation, Spruce Pine, NC) |
| Warranty | 2 years; 1 year on motor, wiring, switches and accessories |
Shipping & Returns
Free shipping on orders over $250 · ships in 1–3 business days.
Free shipping on orders over $250 to the continental US; a flat $22.95 shipping fee applies to orders under $250. Accessories and parts ship by parcel carrier (UPS, FedEx, or USPS), typically in 1–3 business days.
Returns. Unused, uninstalled items in original packaging can be returned within 30 days, subject to a 15% restocking fee.
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