Updated 26 May 2017
Metro
LTD Mega Rad
Bottom line: This freestanding rural woodburner is only able to be used on properites larger than two hectares, and is designed to keep burning overnight. No NES power, emissions or efficiency data is available for this model, but NZHAA testing found it produced 24kW peak.
Avg price
$2999
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Good points
- Rural model able to be installed on properties larger than two hectares with overnight burn capability.
But
- Can't be installed in urban areas / properties smaller than two hectares. Tradeoff for overnight burn capability is lower efficiency and higher emissions than NES-approved (urban/clean-air) models.
Our assessment
Testing for emissions, efficiency and power output using AS/NZS 4012/4013 was carried out by an independent lab in New Zealand.
We analyse data from National Environmental Standards (NES) testing to generate scores out of 10 for emissions and efficiency, along with an overall score. This gives us a clear picture of the performance, features and specifications for almost every model on the market.
Where available, we've also included the NZHHA output results. These results reflect the absolute maximum heat output you could achieve in your home.
Price is from the manufacturers’ survey and is without a flue kit unless stated otherwise.
Overall score includes:
Efficiency (60%)
Emissions (40%)
Key data
Model
Type
Avg price
Specifications
Power output (kW)
n/a
Meets NES standards
NZHHA test power output (kW)
24
