
Overview
The Drolet Escape 1200 is a compact, high-efficiency non-catalytic wood stove designed for smaller spaces. EPA 2020 certified at 1.8 g/h, it produces up to 45,000 BTU/h to heat 250–1,200 square feet — ideal for cabins, cottages, or zone-heating a main room. Logs up to 17" load front-to-back into the 1.8 ft³ firebox for up to 5 hours of heat per load.
- Up to 5 hours burn time on a single load
- Accepts logs up to 17" long
- Compact 1.8 ft³ firebox
- Glass airwash system for a clear view of the flames
- EPA 2020 certified
- Approved for mobile home and alcove installation
- Proudly made in Canada and the USA
- Limited lifetime warranty
Installation
Clearance to Combustibles
| Single-wall connector (worst case) | |
|---|---|
| Rear wall | 12" |
| Side wall | 18" |
| Corner | 11" |
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Specifications
| Fuel type | Dry cordwood (16" recommended) |
|---|---|
| Heating area | 250 - 1,200 ft² |
| Overall firebox volume | 1.8 ft³ |
| EPA loading volume | 1.55 ft³ |
| Maximum burn time | 5 h |
| Maximum heat output | 45,000 BTU/h (13.19 kW) |
| Minimum overall heat output rate | 12,124 BTU/h (3.55 kW) |
| Maximum overall heat output rate | 26,700 BTU/h (7.83 kW) |
| Average overall efficiency (HHV) | 74% |
| Average overall efficiency (LHV) | 79% |
| Optimum efficiency | 80% |
| Optimum heat transfer efficiency | 79% |
| Average particulate emission rate | 1.8 g/h |
| Average CO | 74 g/h |
| Size | Small |
| Alcove installation approved | Yes |
| Mobile home approved | Yes, with fresh air intake |
| Certified according to applicable standards | By an accredited laboratory (CAN/USA) |
| Overall dimension (Width) | 18 1/2" |
| Overall dimension (Height) | 30 1/8" |
| Overall dimension (Depth) | 28 7/8" |
| Premium quality blower | Optional |
| Combustion technology | Non-catalytic |
| Stainless-steel secondary-air system | Yes |
| Flue outlet diameter | 6" |
| Distance - center of flue outlet to back of unit | 6 5/8" |
|---|---|
| Distance - center of flue outlet to side of unit | 9 1/4" |
| Recommended chimney diameter | 6" |
| Type of chimney | CAN/ULC S629, UL 103 HT (2100 °F) |
| Minimum chimney height | 12' |
| Door type | Single, glass with cast iron frame |
| Door opening size (Width) | 12" |
| Door opening size (Height) | 7 5/8" |
| Glass type | Ceramic glass |
| Steel thickness - body | 3/16" |
| Steel thickness - top | 1/4" |
| Firebox size (Width) | 14 1/4" |
| Firebox size (Height) | 11 3/4" |
| Firebox size (Depth) | 19 1/8" |
| Log positioning | Loading over depth |
| Maximum log length | 17" |
| Firebox lined with refractory bricks | Yes |
| Baffle type | High quality vermiculite |
| High-efficiency certified appliance | Yes, EPA 2020 approved |
| Canadian Standard (emissions) | CSA B415.1-10 |
| USA Standard (emissions) | EPA |
| Canadian Standard (safety) | ULC S627 |
| USA Standard (safety) | UL 1482, UL 737 |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
| Shipping weight | 288 lb (130 kg) |
Shipping & Returns
Free freight shipping on orders over $250 · ships in 1–3 business days · curbside delivery.
Free shipping on orders over $250 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.
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.
Frequently asked questions
Not sure what size you need? Use our quick sizing calculator to get a recommendation for your space: Stove Sizing Calculator
https://www.drolet.ca/file/DB03182_Escape_1200.pdf
The dimension drawing is also the last image in the product photo gallery on this page (click to zoom in for a closer look at the measurements), and the key dimensions are listed in the Specifications section below.
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