Chilli Penguin’s Fat Penguin: The High-Output Convection Boat Stove
The Chilli Penguin Fat Penguin is the definitive multi-fuel solid fuel cooker and heater for narrowboats and larger marine vessels. As a larger, bolder evolution of the popular Hungry Penguin, this model is specifically designed for owners who need to maximize heat distribution across larger cabin spaces. What sets the Fat Penguin apart are its unique side convection panels; these transform the appliance into a powerful hybrid heater that circulates warm air gently and effectively, preventing the “cold spots” often found in long narrowboat interiors.
Despite its robust size and enhanced heating capabilities, the Fat Penguin maintains a compliant 5kW nominal output, ensuring it meets Ecodesign compliance for low emissions. It is more than just a heater; it is a complete off-grid culinary centre. The internal oven box reaches temperatures of up to 300°C—perfect for roasting and baking—while the expanded top plate provides ample room for boiling a kettle or simmering multiple pans. This makes it a superior alternative to standard solid fuel stoves for those living aboard full-time.
For a seamless installation, we offer the Fat Penguin Narrowboat Stove Kit, which includes a high-quality boat stove flue kit and a professional Boat Solid Fuel Safety Certificate. All installations are carried out by our OFTEC trained engineers, ensuring your new stove is fitted to the highest safety standards required by the Boat Safety Scheme (BSS).
Fat Penguin Stove Installation
Our Fat Penguin Boat Stove installations are carried out in accordance with the relevant safety standards and with a high-quality finish. Our engineers have many years of experience installing solid fuel stoves and have received the relevant OFTEC training. Choose Marine Heating Solutions for your boat stove installation.
Free Installation Offer Winter 2025/2026
We are offering free installation for all narrowboat stove kits between the 15th of November 2025 and the 15th of February 2026. See individual appliance listing for boat stove kit prices. Email us for details.
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Fat Penguin Narrowboat Stove Kit:
Includes Fat Penguin Boat Stove, Stainless Steel Flue Kit, and Safety Certificate.
£3345.00 including free installation Winter 25/26
Fat Penguin Boat Stove Price:
£2410.00
Optional Extras:
- BSS guideline-compliant twin-wall insulated flue kit, with elbows if needed. Stainless – £950.00; black (painted to order) – 1250.00
- Colours: Seal Grey / Storm Blue / Charred Red / Evergreen – £125.00
- Taller Oven – £265.00
- Base Heat Shield – £50.00
- Floor Plate Anchor (for use when not bolted to enclosure) – £55.00
- Classic Round Enclosure Black (extra charge for other finishes) – £580.00
- Corner Enclosure Black (extra charge for other finishes) – £580.00
- Mid Wall Enclosure Black (extra charge for other finishes) – £580.00
- Mid Wall Heatshield Black (extra charge for other finishes) – £580.00
Made To Order
Penguin Boat Stoves are made to order. Depending on the time of year, waiting times for delivery can be around 2 to 4 weeks approximately. Please ensure that you are prepared to wait for your stove to be custom-made. The manufacturing process begins when we receive the order. Therefore, your order cannot be amended, cancelled, or returned as unwanted once you have paid for it.
For quotes and bookings, call or email us here.