Optimus Crux Lite – Ultralight Gas Stove for Bushcraft, Hiking & Survival
Maximum cooking power. Minimum weight. Dependable performance when it matters most.
When every gram counts, the Optimus Crux Lite Gas Stove delivers exceptional cooking performance without weighing down your equipment. Designed for serious hikers, mountaineers, bushcraft enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers, this compact 72g camping stove is also a practical addition to emergency preparedness kits and survival grab bags.
Built around a powerful 3000W burner, the Crux Lite offers impressive heating performance, bringing 1 litre of water to the boil in approximately 3 minutes under favourable conditions. Whether preparing a hot meal on a remote mountain trail, boiling water at a bushcraft camp or cooking outdoors during a power cut, this lightweight stove provides a practical, portable cooking solution.
Ultralight Design Without Compromising Performance
Weighing just 72 grams, the Optimus Crux Lite eliminates the folding mechanism of the original Crux, reducing weight by a further 11g while retaining its impressive cooking performance.
Its compact construction makes it easy to pack into rucksacks, expedition equipment, survival kits and emergency grab bags, taking up very little valuable space.
A Practical Addition to Your Emergency Preparedness Kit
With growing interest in self-reliance and emergency preparedness, having an alternative outdoor cooking method can be invaluable.
The Crux Lite is ideal for anyone assembling a carefully selected prepping kit, bug-out bag or emergency cooking kit, providing a lightweight gas-powered cooking option when conventional cooking facilities are unavailable.
Key Features
- Ultra-lightweight: Just 72g, ideal for weight-conscious hikers and mountaineers.
- Powerful 3000W burner: Rapid heating and efficient outdoor cooking.
- Fast boiling: Approximately 3 minutes to boil 1 litre of water under favourable conditions.
- Precision flame control: Adjustable heat for boiling, simmering and preparing meals.
- Compact design: Fits easily into camping cookware, rucksacks and emergency kits.
- Versatile outdoor use: Suitable for bushcraft, backpacking, trekking, mountaineering and emergency preparedness.
- Established Optimus quality: Designed for dependable outdoor cooking performance.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Optimus |
| Model | Crux Lite |
| Fuel type | LPG gas |
| Burner output | 3000W |
| Weight | 72g |
| Dimensions | 56 × 71 × Ø57mm |
| Boiling time | Approx. 3 minutes per litre |
| Average burn time | Up to 90 minutes at maximum output with 220g of fuel, according to supplied specifications |
| Included | Stove, stuff bag and user manual |
Be Prepared. Travel Light. Cook Anywhere Outdoors.
Whether you're tackling remote mountain routes, enjoying an overnight bushcraft expedition or building a reliable emergency kit, the Optimus Crux Lite offers an excellent balance of portability, power and practicality.
Important: This gas stove is designed for outdoor use only. Never operate it inside homes, tents or enclosed spaces due to the risk of carbon monoxide poisoning.
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