Roadpro/das Dist Portable Stove

Hot Meals Anywhere You Drive: RoadPro 12V Portable Stoves

When you spend serious time behind the wheel — whether you're a long-haul trucker, an RV adventurer, or a daily road warrior — stopping for a hot meal isn't always practical. That's the problem RoadPro (DAS Dist) set out to solve with its lineup of vehicle-powered portable stoves, engineered specifically for life on the move.

The RPSC-197: RoadPro's Signature Portable Stove

RoadPro's flagship portable stove, the RPSC-197, is the definitive 12-volt lunchbox-style cooking solution for drivers. RoadPro portable stoves plug directly into any vehicle's 12-volt power port or cigarette lighter socket — no propane canisters, no open flames, no power inverter required. The stove draws 12 amps and 144 watts of current to reach a surface cooking temperature of up to 300°F, making it capable of far more than just reheating leftovers.

The unit is built around a 1-quart cooking capacity, sized to accommodate standard 8" x 3-3/4" x 2-1/2" aluminum disposable pans for quick, mess-free cleanup. Inside, an insulated aluminum interior retains heat efficiently while a high-impact ABS exterior stays cool to the touch — a critical safety feature in tight cab environments. A 15-amp fused, 5.5-foot power cord provides enough reach for convenient in-vehicle placement without being tethered to the outlet.

What Can You Cook or Warm?

The versatility of RoadPro's portable stove goes well beyond warming up last night's dinner. Truckers and travelers use it to prepare baby bottles, heat soup, make hot chocolate, steam vegetables, and cook simple meal-prep dishes — all while driving down the highway. It excels at bringing pre-cooked and canned foods up to a satisfying eating temperature quickly and safely.

• Cooks or warms food to a surface temperature of 300°F
• Plugs into any standard 12-volt vehicle power port
• 1-quart capacity — room for a full, satisfying meal
• Insulated aluminum interior; cool-touch ABS exterior
• 15-amp fused 5.5-foot power cord for safe, flexible placement
• Compatible with disposable aluminum pans for easy cleanup
• Great for steaming, reheating, and light cooking on the go

Why RoadPro Stands Out in Portable Cooking

RoadPro, a division of DAS Companies, Inc., has spent decades designing products specifically for professional drivers and mobile travelers. Unlike generic portable warmers, RoadPro's 12V stoves are engineered with the realities of cab life in mind: limited space, long hours, and constant vibration. The RPSC-197's lunchbox form factor fits neatly into truck cabs, car seats, and RV storage compartments, and its purely vehicle-powered design eliminates the logistical headaches of open-flame or propane alternatives. For anyone who considers their vehicle a second home, it's a practical upgrade that pays for itself quickly in saved meal costs on the road.