Camco 11673 Hybrid Heat RV Tankless Water Heater
Camco 11673 Hybrid Heat RV Tankless Water Heater Review
The Camco 11673 Hybrid Heat RV Tankless Water Heater is a 2.4 GPM dual-fuel RV tankless that runs on both propane and 120V AC electric — uncommon in the RV tankless category (most are propane-only). The hybrid design eliminates the need to choose between fuel types at campsite.
Specs: 60,000 BTU propane burner + 1500W AC electric heating, 2.4 GPM peak at a 35°F rise. 12V DC ignition control, sealed exterior combustion vent. Both modes operate simultaneously for fastest recovery during heavy use at campgrounds with shore power.
The hybrid functionality is the key differentiator from competitors like the Furrion FWH09BL (propane-only). At a campground with 30-amp shore power, the AC electric mode handles low-demand use without consuming propane. During boondocking without shore power, propane mode operates independently. The combination delivers operational flexibility that pure-propane RV tankless cannot match.
Right buyer: full-timers and extended-stay RVers who frequently switch between hookups and boondocking, larger RVs with regular hot-water demand, owners replacing aging storage tanks who want the modern tankless form factor with fuel flexibility. About $700 unit, $300–$500 installed. 2-year warranty.
Wrong buyer: occasional weekend campers (the additional cost over propane-only is unnecessary), smaller RVs with low daily hot-water demand.
- Portable propane tankless operation with no stored-tank size limitation
- No 120V shore power required -- ignition runs on 2 D-cell batteries
- 2-year warranty from an established RV accessory brand
- Lightweight design suited for camping and outdoor portable use
- 1.5 GPM flow rate is the lowest among RV tankless options -- suited for hand washing and dish rinsing rather than full shower use
- LP-only fuel
- Not rated for permanent enclosed installation