Item #: DRT2040
SKU: DRT2040
Price range: $2,349.00 through $2,820.00
The Superior DRT2040 is a 40" Merit Series traditional direct vent gas fireplace rated 17,000 - 21,000 BTU/h on natural gas, with detailed ceramic fiber logs, top or rear venting and a choice of milli...
The DRT2040 is the 40" model in Superior's Merit Series DRT2000 line. It frames 40-7/8" W x 41-1/4" H x 18-1/2" D, and its mid-depth firebox and combination top/rear flue help it fit tight walls and awkward vent routes.
It includes detailed ceramic fiber logs, tempered glass with a protective screen and a black painted interior. Choose millivolt ignition, which needs no household power, or electronic IPI/CPI ignition with seamless battery backup. The Vista inside-fit facade is included, with designer overlap facades, liners, a blower and remotes as options.
| Model | DRT2040 |
|---|---|
| Input | 17,000 - 21,000 BTU/h (NG); 15,000 - 19,000 BTU/h (LP) |
| Framing | 40-7/8" W x 41-1/4" H x 18-1/2" D |
| Venting | 4.5" / 7.5" Secure Vent, top or rear |
| Warranty | 20-year limited |
It is listed only with Superior Secure Vent 4.5" x 7.5" rigid (SV4.5) and Secure Flex components. See the venting recommendation on this page. Have it installed by a qualified installer following the manufacturer's installation manual and your local codes.
Choose fuel and ignition. Optional liners, blower and remote; add Secure Vent pipe.
Does it need electricity?
The millivolt version does not; electronic ignition has battery backup.
Can it vent out the back?
Yes, it has a combination top/rear flue.
Questions about fit or venting? Call our hearth specialists at (540) 212-9374.
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