Buck Stove Model 81 Non-Catalytic Wood Stove / Insert – Medium Bay Front – 81

Buck Stove Model 81 overview

The Buck Stove Model 81 (FP 81) is the non-catalytic version of Buck's medium bay-front stove/insert. It suits owners who want a front-loading wood heater with a wide, angled view of the fire but prefer not to maintain a catalytic combustor.

It can stand alone on legs or a pedestal, or be installed in an existing masonry fireplace as an insert. A blower assembly is standard on the Model 81, which helps carry warm air out into the room.

Key features

• Medium bay front with door and bay windows
• Non-catalytic, front-loading
• Blower assembly standard
• Freestanding stove or fireplace insert
• Optional pedestal, legs, shields, trim kits and offset adapter

Specifications

Venting & installation

As a stove, the Model 81 connects with 6" stove pipe to a 6" UL 103 HT Class A chimney (we recommend DuraVent DuraTech) or to a masonry chimney through a 6" stainless liner tee kit with insulation wrap. As an insert, it needs a full-height 6" stainless liner insert kit and insulation wrap. See the venting recommendation on this page. It should be installed per the manufacturer's installation manual and local codes by a qualified installer.

What to order with it

Stove: legs or pedestal plus DuraVent chimney and stove pipe. Insert: a 6" liner kit sized to your chimney, liner insulation wrap and a trim kit.

FAQ

Why choose non-catalytic?
No combustor to inspect or replace, and a livelier visible flame; the catalytic 81C is better for very long low burns.

Is the blower included?
Yes, it is standard.

Manuals, documents & related pages

• Download the Buck Stove manual (PDF)

Questions about fit or venting? Call (540) 212-9374.