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Comparison

Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 vs GM-e-06

Verdict in brief

Both the Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 and the Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 belong to the Peerless Boilers Series GM line of non-condensing boilers. Published ratings: Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 at 214.5 MBH input, 182 MBH heating capacity and 84.2% AFUE; Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 at 268 MBH input, 226 MBH heating capacity and 84% AFUE. Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 lists 53.5 MBH more input than Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 (268 MBH against 214.5 MBH). Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 carries the higher published AFUE at 84.2%, against 84%.

Side by side

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

Comparison of Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 and Peerless Series GM GM-e-06
SpecificationPeerless Series GM GM-e-05Peerless Series GM GM-e-06
Input214.5 MBH268 MBH
Heating capacity182 MBH226 MBH
Net water rating158 MBH197 MBH
Efficiency (AFUE)84.2 %84 %
Domestic hot waterHeating-only boiler — domestic hot water comes from a separate indirect tank or water heaterHeating-only boiler — domestic hot water comes from a separate indirect tank or water heater
Dimensions (A × B × C)25-3/4" × 19-1/4" × 35-1/4"25-3/4" × 22-3/4" × 35-1/4"
FuelNatural gas or LP gasNatural gas or LP gas
Vent connector7"8"
ControlSpark pilot ignitionSpark pilot ignition

What actually separates them

Published ratings: the Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 is rated 214.5 MBH input, 182 MBH heating capacity and 84.2% AFUE; the Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 is rated 268 MBH input, 226 MBH heating capacity and 84% AFUE. Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 lists 53.5 MBH more input than Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 (268 MBH against 214.5 MBH). Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 carries the higher published AFUE at 84.2%, against 84%.

The dimensions differs: the Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 lists 25-3/4" × 19-1/4" × 35-1/4", while the Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 lists 25-3/4" × 22-3/4" × 35-1/4". The vent connector differs: the Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 lists 7", while the Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 lists 8".

Both records print the same domestic-hot-water arrangement (Heating-only boiler — domestic hot water comes from a separate indirect tank or water heater), fuel (Natural gas or LP gas) and control (Spark pilot ignition), per the cited sources.

CurrentCanadian status unknown
Input
Output (max)
AFUE
84.2 %

The Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 is a current semi-commercial cast-iron gas boiler firing 214.5 MBH for 182 MBH heating capacity and a 158 MBH net water rating at 84.2% AFUE, in a natural-draft chimney package sized for single, multiple or modular installations.

Natural gasPropaneHeating-only
CurrentCanadian status unknown
Input
Output (max)
AFUE
84 %

The Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 is a current semi-commercial cast-iron gas boiler firing 268 MBH for 226 MBH heating capacity and a 197 MBH net water rating at 84% AFUE, in a natural-draft chimney package sized for single, multiple or modular installations.

Natural gasPropaneHeating-only

Frequently asked questions

Which of the two has the higher maximum input?

The Peerless Series GM GM-e-06 lists 268 MBH, against 214.5 MBH on the Peerless Series GM GM-e-05, per the cited documentation.

Which model is more efficient?

The Peerless Series GM GM-e-05 carries the higher published AFUE at 84.2%, against 84%.

Not sure which one fits your home?

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

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Sources and verification

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

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