VEVOR GMH-04D

VEVOR Self-Powered Diesel Heater 1 Gal / 3.8 L Fuel Tank Diesel Air Heater | For Camping, Tents, Vehicles, and Outdoor Use, Fast Heating, Self-Generating Portable Power Station, USB Output, Low Noise

Self-powered diesel heater that generates its own electricity after about 5 minutes of preheating and can charge phones and lights over USB, so it runs without a battery connection. Output ranges from 1.0 kW to 4.0 kW across 9 levels, with a 3.8 L tank and 65 dB noise rating. At 17.20 kg it is the heaviest in the category and a premium-priced choice, aimed at tents and off-grid camps without a power supply.

Brand: VEVOR

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Comparing this product to others on Nomad Gear Finder (in the diesel heaters category with a value specified):

This product's Max heat output is lower than 89% of 39 others: 4.0 kW
This product's Heating area is the highest of 22: 323 sq ft (30 m²)
This product's Fuel tank capacity is lower than 91% of 35 others: 1.0 gal (3.8 L)
This product's Heat levels is lower than 94% of 17 others: 9 levels
This product's Weight is the highest of 22: 37.90 lbs (17.20 kg)
This product's Length is higher than 91% of 23 others: 17.13 in. (435 mm)

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Specifications

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Model: GMH-04D
Manufacturer page: Link
User manual: Link

Core specs

Heater type: All-in-one portable
Max heat output: 4.0 kW
Min heat output: 1.0 kW
Heating area: 30 m²
Heating area: 323 sq ft

Fuel

Fuel tank capacity: 3.8 L
Fuel tank capacity: 1.0 gal
Fuel consumption min: 0.17 L/h
Fuel consumption max: 0.36 L/h
Fuel consumption max: 0.100 gal/h

Controls

Heat levels: 9 levels
Remote control included: Yes

Physical Attributes

Noise level: 65 dB
Weight: 37.90 lbs
Weight: 17.20 kg
Length: 17.13 in.
Length: 435 mm
Width: 10.63 in.
Width: 270 mm
Depth/Height: 12.40 in.
Depth/Height: 315 mm

Altitude

Max operating altitude: 13,123 ft
Max operating altitude (m): 4,000 m

Safety

Overheat protection: Yes
Low-voltage protection: Yes

Certifications

Certifications summary: FCC Part 15 statement
FCC Part 15 compliant: Yes

Features

Details from the VEVOR GMH-04D Amazon listing:

Self-Powered Technology: The diesel heater uses self-generating technology to produce its own power after about 5 minutes of preheating, reducing the need for continuous wiring. It is suitable for camping, vehicles, and other off-grid heating scenarios
Fast Heating: The diesel air heater delivers warm air in as little as 4 minutes and covers areas from 86–323 ft² / 8–30 m². It also supports stable operation at elevations up to 13,123 ft / 4,000 m
Multiple Protective Features: The portable diesel heater includes a side exhaust pipe, insulated protective sleeve, leak-reducing fuel cap, and visible fuel-level markings, along with over-temperature protection and rain- and snow-ready construction
Low Noise & Efficient: The diesel parking heater uses only 0.05–0.1 gal/h (0.17–0.36 L/h) with a 3.8 L / 1 gal tank and ≥92% combustion efficiency. An exhaust muffler and sound insulation help keep operating noise below 65 dB
Built-In Power Supply: When sufficiently charged, the portable diesel air heater can power phones, camping lights, and other small devices via USB. It supports DC 5–12 V charging, remote control, and twist-to-install design with no screws required

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Price	–	$129.99	$699.99	$219.99
Model	GMH-04D	TC2S	–	DHG001
Popular brand	–	–	No	–
Heater type	All-in-one portable	All-in-one portable	All-in-one	All-in-one
Max heat output (kW)	4.0	8.0	5.0	5.0
Min heat output (kW)	1.0	–	–	–
Max heat output (BTU/h) (BTU/h)	–	27,297	–	17,061
Heating area (m²)	30	25	–	–
Heating area (sq ft)	323	269	–	–
Fuel tank capacity (L)	3.8	5.0	3.7	5.0
Fuel tank capacity (gal)	1.0	1.3	1.0	1.3
Fuel consumption min (L/h)	0.17	0.12	0.17	0.18
Fuel consumption max (L/h)	0.36	0.36	0.48	0.53
Fuel consumption max (gal/h)	0.100	0.100	0.127	0.140
Max runtime per tank (hours)	–	–	8	27
Heat levels (levels)	9	–	–	–
Auto start/stop	–	Yes	–	–
Thermostat mode	–	Yes	–	–
Timer	–	Yes	–	Yes
Remote control included	Yes	–	Yes	Yes
App connectivity	–	Bluetooth	–	Bluetooth
DC input voltage	–	12V/24V	12V	12V
AC adapter included	–	Yes	–	–
Startup power draw (W)	–	–	–	150
Running power draw (W)	–	–	–	60
Noise level (dB)	65	65	–	70
Housing material	–	Metal	–	Metal
Air duct diameter (mm)	–	75	–	–
Weight (lbs)	37.90	24.69	–	22.00
Weight (kg)	17.20	11.20	–	10.00
Length (in.)	17.13	16.50	16.14	15.30
Length (mm)	435	420	410	389
Width (in.)	10.63	10.60	10.43	9.70
Width (mm)	270	270	265	246
Depth/Height (in.)	12.40	11.80	11.02	12.40
Depth/Height (mm)	315	300	280	315
Max operating altitude (ft)	13,123	18,000	16,404	9,843
Max operating altitude (m) (m)	4,000	5,000	5,000	3,000
Altitude adjustment	–	Automatic	–	–
Operating temp min (℃)	–	–	-40	–
Operating temp min (℉)	–	–	-40	–
Overheat protection	Yes	Yes	–	Yes
Low-voltage protection	Yes	–	–	–
Certifications summary	FCC Part 15 statement	–	CE	–
FCC Part 15 compliant	Yes	–	–	–
CE marked	–	–	Yes	–
Warranty	–	–	–	2 Years

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Specifications last updated Oct 20, 2026.