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The Coleman Premium Dual Fuel lantern is a legendary lighting device that should be part of anyone’s camping gear. It is one of the most solid, durable lanterns on the market and it can literally last you a lifetime. It can go up to 861 lumens on its highest brightness level and a can of fuel lasts you for 7 hours on the brightest setting. You can also use it with regular unleaded gasoline. While it may not be the smallest and lightest lantern you can buy, it is a reliable piece of equipment for several outdoor activities.
The Coleman Premium Dual Fuel lantern was developed by the Coleman Company Inc. The company was founded back in 1900, in Oklahoma and it specializes in camping gear and outdoor equipment in general. Some of the most popular products from Coleman are its stoves and grills, lanterns, tents, sleeping bags and more.
Coleman Premium Dual Fuel is one of their top selling camping lanterns. It is a gas-powered lantern that uses either their special Coleman Liquid Fuel or any regular unleaded gasoline. In case you want to go with gasoline, it is best to go for the ethanol free one. The lantern comes with a funnel that helps you refill it without spilling any fuel.
The lantern weighs 3.81 pounds and has the following dimensions: 1.9 X 6.9 X 7.3 inches
The lantern is a very powerful lighting device, with a brightness level of up to 861 lumens on its higher setting and it can last for up to 7 hours on a can of fuel, also on the highest setting. A can of liquid fuel will cost you under $10. The brightness can be adjusted and you can dim it as much as you like.
Coleman describes it as suitable for various scenarios, from camping, tailgating or hunting purposes, to emergency situations. However, for other outdoor activities like hiking you might want to go with a lighter model, because the Coleman Dual Fuel can be pretty heavy and difficult to haul around.
The lantern comes with a 3 year warranty, but given the building materials and overall quality, you’re probably not going to need it. This is a product that will last you a lifetime, if maintained and handled properly.
Unlike with the propane powered lanterns, this Coleman needs a match to be lit, which can be seen as a drawback by some people. You also have to make some adjustments before you can light it up. You have to check and relieve the pressure and know how to use its pressure pump. Although it requires more work than a propane lantern for instance, it is also brighter, long-lasting and overall superior. You also get a manual with instructions in the box, in case you are not sure how to use it.
Just like with any gas-powered lantern, this one can also produce carbon monoxide, so you have to be careful how and where you use it. That is why you should never use these types of lanterns inside a tent or indoors in general. You also have to be careful not to touch the top because the Coleman Dual Fuel gets really hot, so don’t put your hands on anything you don’t have to.
The Premium Dual Fuel can be found on their website from $89.99, with no case. You can also get it with its hard carry case, but it will cost you around $110 if you order it from their website.
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You can contact Coleman customers support by phone or you can use their Help page where you can find helpful links on various topics: troubleshooting tips, how to submit a warranty, how to install and light a mantle and much more. You can also track your orders on their website. In case you can’t find your answers using their help links, you can submit a question to their support team.
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By: Cristina | Last updated January 23, 2021 
