Carolina Model 81 Wood Stove (FP81) — Buck Stove Model 81, Made in the USA
Carolina Model 81 Wood Stove (FP81) — Buck Stove Model 81, Made in the USA
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First connection from the Model 81's 6" flue outlet to single wall stove pipe.
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6" black connector pipe from the stove to the ceiling or wall, 12" to 48" lengths.
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Joins single wall stove pipe to AllFuel HST Class A chimney at the ceiling support box.
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Product Documents
Overview
The Carolina Model 81 wood stove (FP81) is the same stove Buck Stove sells as the Buck Stove Model 81: a large, non-catalytic stove built by New Buck Corporation in Spruce Pine, North Carolina, and sold through ComfortBilt. Stand it on Queen Anne legs as a freestanding stove, or slide it into a brick or stone fireplace as an insert with a trim kit. It heats 1,600 to 2,700 sq ft, puts out up to 59,500 BTU/h, and tested at just 1.1 g/h with 69.8% efficiency (HHV).
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Key specs
| Heating area | 1,600–2,700 sq ft |
| EPA tested output | 13,800–59,500 BTU/h |
| Efficiency (HHV) | 69.8% weighted average |
| Emissions | 1.1 g/h (EPA 2020 limit is 2.0 g/h) |
| Firebox | 2.48 cu ft (EPA test report) |
| Max log length | 20" side to side, 18" front to back |
| Flue outlet | 6" |
| Min. fireplace opening (insert) | 29" W x 23 3/4" H x 14" D |
| Weight | 460 lb (468 lb crated) |
| Combustion | Non-catalytic |
| Made in | USA |
Freestanding or fireplace insert: pick your option
ComfortBilt sells the Model 81 as a bare firebox that needs either legs or a trim kit, so we include the one you need:
- Freestanding includes Carolina Queen Anne legs. Use it in a living room, basement or cabin with a 6" chimney.
- Fireplace Insert includes the standard 9" Carolina chimney trim kit, which covers the gap between the stove and your fireplace face. Your fireplace opening must be at least 29" wide, 23 3/4" high and 14" deep, with a non-combustible hearth at least 16" in front and 8" to each side (owner's manual).
Who the Carolina Model 81 suits
- Larger homes of roughly 1,600 to 2,700 sq ft that want a wood stove as the main heat source.
- Owners of a large open masonry fireplace who want real heat from it.
- Buyers who want one of the cleanest-burning non-catalytic stoves at 1.1 g/h, built in the USA.
Want a smaller stove from the same factory? The Carolina Model 21 NC (Buck Stove Model 21) heats 800 to 1,800 sq ft and also goes freestanding or into a fireplace. One size down is the Carolina Model 74 NC (Buck Stove Model 74).
Venting a freestanding install
The Model 81 has a 6" flue outlet. A typical through-the-ceiling setup starts with the AllFuel HST 6" single wall stove adapter, runs AllFuel HST 6" black single wall stove pipe to the ceiling, and connects through the AllFuel HST 6" stove pipe adapter to AllFuel HST 6" Class A chimney pipe held by an AllFuel HST 6" ceiling support box. Or get every ceiling-to-roof part in one order with the AllFuel HST 6" through-the-ceiling Class A chimney kit. For an insert in a masonry chimney, ask your installer whether your chimney needs a liner; our 25' stainless 6" flex liner kit is one option.
Clearances and floor protection
From the Buck Model 81 owner's manual (download it under Documents on this page):
| Insert in a masonry fireplace | Minimum |
|---|---|
| Side wall, combustible | 12" |
| Hearth in front | 16" |
| Hearth to each side | 8" |
| Side wood trim | 7" |
| Top wood trim | 10" |
| Mantel or brackets | 21" |
- Floor protection: where the hearth doesn't cover those distances, and under a freestanding install, use a non-combustible floor protector rated at least R-1.1.
- Freestanding: wall and corner clearances depend on the connector pipe and on whether you add the optional shields. See the clearance diagrams in the manual for your layout.
Why buy the Carolina Model 81 from StoveSource
- No Sales Tax in any state.
- Free shipping on orders over $250 to the lower 48.
- Authorized ComfortBilt dealer.
- Price match guarantee.
- Help with sizing, venting and clearances: email info@stovesource.com or call 1-888-914-0022.
- Same stove as the Buck Stove Model 81, built by New Buck Corporation in Spruce Pine, NC
- Heats 1,600–2,700 sq ft with up to 59,500 BTU/h EPA tested output
- Freestanding on Queen Anne legs or fireplace insert with trim kit
- Very clean burn: 1.1 g/h, under the EPA 2020 limit of 2.0 g/h
- 69.8% weighted average efficiency (HHV) in EPA testing
- Takes logs up to 20" side to side
- Non-catalytic: no combustor to replace
- 6" flue outlet
Shipping & Returns
Free freight shipping · Currently unavailable · curbside delivery.
Free shipping to the continental US.
Ships via LTL (Less Than Truckload) freight – carriers include XPO Logistics, Estes Express, ABF Freight, Old Dominion, and FedEx Freight. Transit time is typically 3–10 business days from ship date. The carrier will call to schedule a delivery appointment.
Remote addresses. Some rural or hard-to-access addresses carry a carrier freight surcharge. If yours does, we'll email you the exact amount for approval before your order is processed — or you can cancel for a full refund.
Curbside delivery only. The driver will lower your order to the curb or end of your driveway via liftgate. This does not include bringing the item inside, carrying up stairs, or crossing uneven terrain.
Have an appliance dolly and an extra person available on delivery day. Need inside or threshold delivery? Contact us before ordering.
Inspect before signing. Before signing the Bill of Lading (BOL), check for any visible packaging damage. Write "DAMAGED" or "Subject to inspection" on the BOL if anything looks off.
Contact us within 5 business days of delivery. Open and fully inspect your item within 48 hours.
Returns. Unused, uninstalled units in original packaging can be returned within 30 days. Appliance returns are subject to a $300 return freight charge plus a 15% restocking fee. Units that have been fired or installed cannot be returned. Accessories and parts carry a 15% restocking fee.
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Sold by StoveSource (authorized dealer). Ships directly from the brand's authorized distributor warehouse — see our Authorized Dealer page.
Other accessories & add-ons
Blowers, screens, hearth pads and more for your stove.
Carolina Queen Anne Legs (Large)
Spare legs, or to switch an insert install to freestanding. Included with the Freestanding option.
$159.00
Ships in 1–2 days
AllFuel HST 6" Single Wall Stove Adapter
First connection from the Model 81's 6" flue outlet to single wall stove pipe.
$24.79
Ships in 1–2 days
AllFuel HST 6" Black Single Wall Stove Pipe
6" black connector pipe from the stove to the ceiling or wall, 12" to 48" lengths.
$40.38
Ships in 1–2 days
AllFuel HST 6" Stove Pipe Adapter for Class A Chimney
Joins single wall stove pipe to AllFuel HST Class A chimney at the ceiling support box.
$70.00
Ships in 1–2 days
25' Stainless Flex Chimney Liner Kit 6" Flue
For the insert option: lines an existing masonry chimney with 6" 304 stainless liner. Confirm liner needs w...
$499.00
Pre-order — ships Nov 5Questions before you buy? Our stove experts are here to help.
Sizing for your space
Right BTU range for your sq ft and climate.
Clearance & install
Venting and clearance for your setup.
Lead time & shipping
Real ETAs and freight scheduling.