Thetford Dual Fuel 12v Ignition Cooker
The Thetford Dual Fuel 12V Ignition Cooker (commonly based on the K1520 platform) is a full-featured cooking appliance designed for motorhomes, caravans, and campervan conversions. Combining a gas oven, grill, and hob with an electric hotplate, it delivers true home-style cooking on the road.
With its dual fuel capability, you can cook using gas off-grid or switch to electric when on hook-up, giving you maximum flexibility. The integrated 12V ignition system ensures quick, reliable startup wherever you are.
Why Choose the Thetford Dual Fuel Cooker?
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Dual fuel flexibility – gas + electric cooking options
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Full oven, grill & hob – complete kitchen solution
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12V ignition system – easy and reliable start-up
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Large cooking capacity – ideal for families or long trips
- Lightweight design for its class
- Premium Thetford build quality
Key Features & Benefits
Dual Fuel Cooking System
Features three gas burners and one 1000W electric hotplate, allowing flexible cooking whether on-site or off-grid.
Spacious Oven & Grill
- 37L oven capacity
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19L grill compartment
Perfect for cooking full meals while travelling.
12V Ignition Convenience
Built-in 12V ignition provides quick and reliable lighting of burners without manual ignition.
Home-Style Cooking Performance
Designed to replicate a domestic cooker, offering excellent heat distribution and cooking performance.
Technical Specifications
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Model: Thetford Dual Fuel Cooker (K1520 platform)
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Type: Oven, grill & hob combination
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Fuel Type: Dual Fuel (Gas + Electric)
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Ignition: 12V DC
Cooking Power
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Gas Burners:
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Electric Hotplate: 1 x 1000W
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Oven Burner: ~2.1 kW
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Grill Burner: ~1.8 kW
Capacity
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Oven: 37 Litres
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Grill: 19 Litres
Dimensions
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Overall (H x W x D): 645 x 515 x 501 mm
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Built-in Dimensions: 646 x 496 x 493 mm
👉 Designed to fit standard motorhome and caravan kitchen units
⚖️ Product Weight
👉 Total Product Weight: 27.7 kg
(Robust full cooker while still lightweight for its size)
What’s Included
- Thetford dual fuel cooker unit
- Oven with shelves
- Grill compartment with pan kit
- Hob with 3 gas burners + 1 electric plate
- Control knobs
- Installation instructions
Where This Fits
Designed for installation in:
- Motorhomes
- Campervans
- Caravans
👉 Ideal for full kitchen conversions or replacements
Fitting Instructions
Installation Overview
- Install into a pre-cut kitchen unit aperture
- Secure appliance using built-in mounting points
- Connect to LPG gas supply (30mbar butane / 37mbar propane)
- Connect electric hotplate to 230V mains hook-up
- Connect ignition system to 12V DC supply
- Test all burners, oven, and grill functionality
Important Notes
- Ensure adequate ventilation and heat clearance around the cooker
- Gas system must be properly regulated and leak-tested
- Electric plate requires suitable 230V connection
- 12V ignition requires a stable DC connection
⚠️ Gas installation must be carried out by a Gas Safe registered engineer
Ideal For
- Motorhome kitchen upgrades
- Caravan full cooking systems
- Campervan conversions
- Off-grid cooking setups
- Long-term touring and family use
Vehicle Compatibility (SEO)
Suitable for installation in:
- VW Transporter (T4 / T5 / T6 / T6.1)
- Fiat Ducato
- Peugeot Boxer
- Citroën Relay
- Ford Transit
- Bailey caravans
- Swift caravans
- Elddis caravans
- Coachman caravans
Why Buy This Cooker?
The Thetford Dual Fuel 12V Ignition Cooker is the ultimate all-in-one solution for mobile cooking. With its dual fuel flexibility, large oven capacity, and home-style performance, it provides everything you need to cook comfortably on the road.
Perfect for those who want maximum cooking capability without compromise, whether off-grid or on-site.
