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Comparison

Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1000 vs MT2H 1250

Verdict in brief

The Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1000 and MT2H 1250 are adjacent replacement-market sizes: 1,000,000 versus 1,250,000 BTU/hr input and 850,000 versus 1,065,000 BTU/hr output at 85.0% and 85.1% thermal efficiency. The 1250 steps up to a 2" gas connection.

Side by side

Published manufacturer figures. Input and output are kept separate; blanks mean the manufacturer did not publish that value.

Comparison of Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1000 and Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1250
SpecificationLaars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1000Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1250
Input1,000,000 BTU/hr1,250,000 BTU/hr
Output850,000 BTU/hr1,065,000 BTU/hr
Efficiency (thermal)85 %85.1 %
Gas connection1-1/2"2"
Water connection2-1/2"2-1/2"
Shipping weight820 lb915 lb
FiringTwo-stage, up to 4:1Two-stage, up to 4:1
VentingCategory I fan-assisted; Category III with a listed vent systemCategory I fan-assisted; Category III with a listed vent system

What actually separates them

The Document 1560 submittal lists the MT2H 1000 at 1,000,000 BTU/hr input, 850,000 BTU/hr output and 85.0% thermal efficiency; the MT2H 1250 lists 1,250,000 BTU/hr input, 1,065,000 BTU/hr output and 85.1%.

Gas connection steps from 1-1/2" to 2" and shipping weight from 820 to 915 lb; both keep 2-1/2" water connections and two-stage firing up to 4:1.

The pair is a direct capacity step within one line, sharing the modular construction and fan-assisted Category I venting of the Mighty Therm2 family.

Laars Heating Systems

Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1000

CurrentSold in Canada
Input
Output (max)
850,000 BTU/hr
AFUE

The Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1000 is a non-condensing commercial hydronic boiler rated 1,000,000 BTU/hr input and 850,000 BTU/hr output at 85% thermal efficiency with two-stage firing.

Natural gasPropaneHeating-only

Laars Heating Systems

Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1250

CurrentSold in Canada
Input
Output (max)
1,065,000 BTU/hr
AFUE

The Laars Mighty Therm2 MT2H 1250 is a non-condensing commercial hydronic boiler rated 1,250,000 BTU/hr input and 1,065,000 BTU/hr output at 85.1% thermal efficiency with two-stage firing.

Natural gasPropaneHeating-only

Frequently asked questions

What is the efficiency difference between the MT2H 1000 and 1250?

The Document 1560 submittal prints 85.0% for the 1000 and 85.1% for the 1250.

Do both sizes use the same water connection?

Yes — both print 2-1/2" water connections, while the gas connection steps from 1-1/2" to 2".

Not sure which one fits your home?

A consultation includes a heat-loss review so the size is right the first time.

On-site service in Greater Vancouver, BC. ROMA lists “Open 7 days” on its site; call to confirm same-day availability.

Sources and verification

Facts checked September 9, 2026. Last updated September 9, 2026. Technical reviewer: not yet assigned.

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