For a garage, shop or job site that wants a 60,000 BTU torpedo heater with a wide turndown and a two year warranty. Keep fresh air coming in while it runs.
Amazon $136The Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU is the better propane heater overall, rated 3.8 to 2.6. The Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU leads on safety, turndown and warranty. The Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH costs $14.48 less ($121.52 vs $136).
For small garages, sheds and job sites with fresh air that need cheap, simple heat. It is a construction heater, not for living spaces.
Amazon $121.52Prices were last checked October 30, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU for safety (CSA listed, flame-out shutoff vs flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published), turndown (turns down to 30,000 BTU vs one heat setting) and warranty (2-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every forced air propane heater; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU | Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 2.6/5 |
| Value 25% | 49 $2.27 per 1,000 BTU ($136, 60,000 BTU) | 31 $3.04 per 1,000 BTU ($121.52, 40,000 BTU) |
| Safety 30% | 80 CSA listed, flame-out shutoff | 40 flame-out shutoff; no safety listing published |
| Warranty 15% | 50 2-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
| Turndown 15% | 71 turns down to 30,000 BTU | 0 one heat setting |
| Ignition 10% | 100 electric ignition | 100 push-button piezo ignition |
| Fuel options 5% | 50 runs on a bulk tank only | 50 runs on a bulk tank only |
Specifications
| Reddy Heater RFG60V 60,000 BTU | Dyna-Glo Workhorse LPFA40WH | |
|---|---|---|
| Heating | ||
| Heat output | 30,000 to 60,000 BTU | 40,000 BTU |
| Type | Forced air | Forced air |
| Use | Job sites and garages | Job sites and garages |
| Heats up to | 1,500 sq ft | - |
| Thermostat | No | No |
| Fan | Yes | Yes |
| Fuel and power | ||
| Fuel | Bulk tank | Bulk tank |
| Hose included | Yes | Yes |
| Ignition | Electric | Push-button piezo |
| Power needed | 120 V outlet | 120 V outlet |
| Safety | ||
| Safety listing | CSA | None published |
| Flame-out shutoff | Yes | Yes |
| Build | ||
| Dimensions | 7.3 x 18.5 x 13.8 in | 8.3 x 19.3 x 15.2 in |
| Weight | 16.1 lb | 14 lb |
| Warranty | 2 years | 1 year |
