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Superior DRT2040 40″ Traditional Direct Vent Gas Fireplace

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...

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Required venting: Superior Secure Vent 4.5" x 7.5" (SV4.5 rigid or Secure Flex)

This Superior direct-vent fireplace is listed only with Superior Secure Vent 4.5" x 7.5" rigid (SV4.5) and Secure Flex direct-vent components. Mixing brands or substituting generic pipe voids the listing. The approved vent table (max runs, elbows, terminations) is in the installation manual on this page.

Not sure which pieces you need? Call (540) 212-9374 and we'll put together your vent list from your measurements.

Optional add-ons

28 factory add-ons fit this model

Add any of these in one click — they ship together with your unit.

Surrounds, Trim & Hoods 2

Media, Logs & Embers 1

Call a specialist: (540) 212-9374Free fit check before you order · we confirm venting, size and parts · Mon–Fri 9–5 ET
Free shipping · ships direct from the manufacturer · typically delivered curbside in 5–17 business days. We email you the lead time for your item within one business day of ordering.
Not sure this is the right part? Ask a fireplace specialist.Call (540) 212-9374, Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM ET. Our hearth product specialists will confirm the model, venting and parts match before you order. Everything ships direct from the manufacturer; installation is by your own licensed local installer.
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Superior DRT2040 40" overview

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.

Key features

  • 17,000 - 21,000 BTU/h (NG) / 15,000 - 19,000 BTU/h (LP)
  • Millivolt or electronic ignition
  • Detailed ceramic fiber logs
  • Combination top/rear flue
  • Mid-depth 18-1/2" framing
  • Vista inside-fit facade included

Specifications

ModelDRT2040
Input17,000 - 21,000 BTU/h (NG); 15,000 - 19,000 BTU/h (LP)
Framing40-7/8" W x 41-1/4" H x 18-1/2" D
Venting4.5" / 7.5" Secure Vent, top or rear
Warranty20-year limited

Venting & installation

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.

What to order with it

Choose fuel and ignition. Optional liners, blower and remote; add Secure Vent pipe.

FAQ

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.

Manuals, documents & related pages

Questions about fit or venting? Call our hearth specialists at (540) 212-9374.

Specifications

Type: Direct Vent Gas Fireplace
Style: Traditional
Fuel Type: Natural Gas | Propane
Certification: Built to ANSI Z21.88 and CSA 2.33 standards. PFS report F13-094
Frame Width: 40-7/8" (framing)
Frame Depth: 18-1/2" (framing)
Material: Steel
Finish: Textured powder coat
Overall Height: 41-1/4" (framing)
Venting Type: Direct Vent
Venting Diameter: 4.5" inner | 7.5" outer (Secure Vent / Secure Flex)
BTU/hr Input: 21,000 - 17,000 (NG) | 19,000 - 15,000 (LP)
Maximum Heat Output: 21,000 BTU/h (NG) | 19,000 BTU/h (LP)
Color: Black
Safety Barrier Approved: Yes
Ignition: Millivolt | Electronic ignition

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A: We ship throughout the continental United States with free shipping on orders over $99 (flat rate $9.99 under $99). For Alaska, Hawaii, and U.S. territories, please contact us for a custom shipping quote, which we'll provide within 1-2 business days. Orders to these locations are not processed until shipping costs are confirmed and approved. We do not currently offer international shipping outside of the United States and its territories.

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A: For ready-to-ship items, contact us immediately if you need to cancel or modify. We'll do our best to accommodate if the order hasn't shipped yet. For custom-made, made-to-order, and special order items, these are final sale and cannot be canceled or modified once production begins or the order is submitted to the manufacturer. Please double-check your order details before completing your purchase.

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