Two of the most popular propane sizes at Gas Shack in Padstow are the 6kg and 13kg bottles. Choosing the right one depends on how often you cook outdoors, how far you carry the cylinder, and whether you need longer run times through a Cornwall weekend.
This quick comparison uses live Gas Shack products so you can order the size that fits your BBQ, patio heater or caravan appliance.
When 6kg propane makes sense
The 6kg Propane Gas Bottle is lighter to lift into a car boot or move around a patio. It suits occasional BBQs, small patio heaters and short stays. Many motorhome users keep a 6kg as a spare for weekend trips around Rock, Wadebridge and Newquay.
When 13kg is the better buy
The 13kg Propane Gas Bottle lasts longer between exchanges — ideal for holiday lets, weekly outdoor cooking and cooler evenings when heaters run harder. If you cook for crowds, also look at the 19kg Propane Gas Bottle or patio options like the 13kg Patio Gas Bottle.
Still unsure? Check your appliance plate, then contact us or start on our LPG gas bottles page. Gas Shack delivers across Cornwall from Padstow.
