(315) 853-6151
SunFire SF160 radiant heater warming a farm shop with a green tractor and a loader behind it

SunFire Radiant Heater Dealer in Central New York

SunFire builds portable diesel and kerosene radiant heaters in Janesville, Wisconsin, in 80,000, 120,000 and 160,000 BTU sizes for shops, barns and job sites. Clinton Tractor in Clinton, NY is a SunFire dealer for Central New York.

Diesel and kerosene radiant heaters

Three portable radiant heaters that run on diesel, kerosene or #2 fuel oil. The maker says they burn clean and odorless for shops, pole barns and job sites.

About SunFire

SunFire is a brand of Rock Energy Systems in Janesville, Wisconsin. The company builds portable, fuel-fired radiant heaters from heavy-duty steel, and says it tests every unit before shipping.

The maker says its heaters are tuned for diesel out of the box. They can also run on kerosene or any mix of the two.

  1. 2015SunFire says its heaters have been made in Janesville, WI since 2015.

Compare SunFire radiant heaters

Search all 3 SunFire radiant heaters by size, fuel or feature.

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SunFire SF80 portable radiant heater with a round orange heating face on a red fuel tank with wheels

SunFire radiant heater

SunFire SF80

Built to lift, roll and carry to a shop, garage or job site.

80,000BTU/hr
1,900sq ft heated (up to)
85lb dry weight
  • Diesel, kerosene or #2 fuel oil
  • 6 gallon tank, up to 10 hour run time
  • Only 19.75 in. wide, fits through any door
  • Wired for an optional wall thermostat
  • Rapid access hatch to the nozzle assembly
Full specifications
Heat output (BTU/hr)80,000
Heats up to (sq ft)1,900
FuelDiesel, kerosene, #2 fuel oil
Tank (gal.)6
Run timeApprox. 10 hrs
Flow rate (GPH).58 diesel or #2 fuel oil / .56 kerosene
Dimensions (in.)L 30 x W 18.1 x H 28.1
Dry weight (lb)85
Wet weight, full tank (lb)127
Electrical0.5A, 120V / 60Hz 1-phase
ThermostatWall thermostat connection ready, thermostat not included
Clearance to combustibles (in.)Front 84, sides 36
Warranty2-year bumper to bumper limited warranty
CertificationETL Safety Certification (US and Canada)
Where madeJanesville, WI, USA
UseNot for indoor use in a household residence; proper ventilation required

Source: SunFire SF80 product page.

SunFire SF120 radiant heater with a round orange heating face, black tube frame and red tank on wheels

SunFire radiant heater

SunFire SF120

Powerful and portable for a shop, garage or job site, with an anti-gel nozzle heater included.

120,000BTU/hr
2,800sq ft heated (up to)
16hr run time on diesel
  • Diesel, kerosene or #2 fuel oil
  • 14.2 gallon tank
  • Multi-lift bracket for crane hook, strap or forklift
  • Includes Frigid QuickFire anti-gel nozzle heater
  • Wired for an optional wall thermostat
Full specifications
Heat output (BTU/hr)120,000
Heats up to (sq ft)2,800
FuelDiesel, kerosene, #2 fuel oil
Tank (gal.)14.2
Run time16 hrs diesel or #2 / 18 hrs kerosene
Flow rate (GPH).85 diesel or #2 fuel oil / .78 kerosene
Dimensions (in.)L 33.2 x W 28.6 x H 33.4 (39 with multi-lift bracket)
Dry weight (lb)125
Wet weight, full tank (lb)220
Electrical1.2A, 120V / 60Hz 1-phase
ThermostatWall thermostat connection ready, thermostat not included
Clearance to combustibles (in.)Front 84, sides 36
Warranty2-year bumper to bumper limited warranty
CertificationETL Safety Certification (US and Canada)
Where madeJanesville, WI, USA
UseNot for indoor use in a household residence; proper ventilation required

Source: SunFire SF120 product page.

SunFire SF160 radiant heater with a round orange heating face, black tube frame and red tank on wheels

SunFire radiant heater

SunFire SF160

The largest SunFire, with a programmable thermostat included.

160,000BTU/hr
3,700sq ft heated (up to)
18gallon tank
  • Diesel, kerosene or #2 fuel oil
  • 18 gallon tank, up to 16 hour run time
  • Programmable wall thermostat included
  • Includes Frigid QuickFire anti-gel nozzle heater
  • Multi-lift bracket included
Full specifications
Heat output (BTU/hr)160,000
Heats up to (sq ft)3,700
FuelDiesel, kerosene, #2 fuel oil
Tank (gal.)18
Run timeUp to 16 hrs
Flow rate (GPH)1.14 diesel or #2 fuel oil / 1.05 kerosene
Dimensions (in.)L 34 x W 31.4 x H 39.5 (43 with multi-lift bracket)
Dry weight (lb)160
Wet weight, full tank (lb)305
Electrical120V 1.6A 60Hz, or 12V pure sine power inverter (800W minimum)
ThermostatProgrammable wall thermostat included
Clearance to combustibles (in.)Front 84, sides 36
Warranty2-year bumper to bumper limited warranty
CertificationETL Safety Certification (US and Canada)
Where madeJanesville, WI, USA
UseNot for indoor use in a household residence; proper ventilation required

Source: SunFire SF160 product page.

Diesel and kerosene radiant heaters at a glance

ModelSF80SF120SF160
Heat output (BTU/hr)80,000120,000160,000
Heats up to (sq ft)1,9002,8003,700
Tank (gal.)614.218
Run timeApprox. 10 hrs16 hrs diesel or #2 / 18 hrs keroseneUp to 16 hrs
Dry weight (lb)85125160

SunFire parts, tune-up kits and fuel additive

SunFire lists parts by heater model on its Parts page and says parts come from a local SunFire dealer or direct from SunFire. Bring the model of your heater to the Clinton parts counter and ask for the SunFire part.

  • Tune-Up Kits
  • Nozzles
  • Fuel Filters
  • Flame Sensors
  • Primary Controls
  • Pump Assemblies
  • Burner Assemblies
  • Blowers
  • Electrodes
  • Thermostat Kits
  • Frigid Fix Anti-Gel
Ask the parts counter

Service department

Clinton Tractor's shop works out of 31 Meadow St. Call the service desk with the make and model, the work it needs and whether we have seen it before, and they will tell you what the shop can take on.

Call the service desk

SunFire heater features

2-year limited warranty

SunFire lists a 2-year bumper to bumper limited warranty on its heaters and parts.

Warranty terms

SunFire warrants its heaters and parts against defects in material and workmanship for 24 months from date of purchase.

The warranty applies when the heater is properly assembled, operated and maintained.

Proof of purchase and warranty qualification must be established at time of all claims.

Built in Janesville, Wisconsin

SunFire says all models are made in Janesville, Wisconsin, from heavy-duty steel, and every unit is tested before it ships.

Where it is made

SunFire is a brand of Rock Energy Systems in Janesville, WI. We use quality, heavy-duty steel and test every unit prior to shipping.

For shops and job sites, not homes

SunFire says its heaters are not rated for a household living residence and need proper ventilation.

Use limits

SunFire heaters are not rated to be used inside a household living residence.

Proper ventilation is required. The process of burning fuel always consumes oxygen.

Options

SunFire also sells a cold-weather fuel additive and service parts for its heaters.

Also available

Find us in Clinton

The yard, the parts counter and the shop share one address, about a quarter of an hour from Utica.

Clinton Tractor & Implement Co.
31 Meadow St, Clinton, NY 13323
Monday–Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 am – 12:00 pm, closed Sunday

Driving distance

  • New Hartford 6 mi
  • Utica 9 mi
  • Rome 14 mi
  • Oneida 17 mi
  • Hamilton 20 mi
  • Herkimer 26 mi
  • Cazenovia 31 mi
  • Norwich 42 mi
  • Cooperstown 47 mi
  • Syracuse 49 mi
  • Oneonta 60 mi
  • Cortland 61 mi

Before you visit

Can I see SunFire radiant heaters in person?

Call (315) 853-6151 before you drive over and ask which SunFire radiant heaters we can show you. The yard is at 31 Meadow St, Clinton, open Monday–Friday 7:00 am – 5:00 pm and Saturday 7:00 am – 12:00 pm.

Can you order a model that is not on the lot?

Ask the sales desk at (315) 853-6151. Tell us the model and how you will use it, and we will check what we can get.

Do you take trade-ins?

Ask the sales desk at (315) 853-6151 and describe the machine you want to trade.

Is financing available?

Ask the sales desk at (315) 853-6151 about payment options for the model you are looking at.

How do I ask about a repair?

Call the service desk at (315) 853-6151 with the make and model, the work it needs and whether we have seen it before. They will tell you what the shop can take on.