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Comparison

Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 vs MIHII-05

Verdict in brief

Both the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 and the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 belong to the Peerless Boilers Series MIHII line of non-condensing boilers. The Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 is rated 65 MBH input, 55 MBH heating capacity and 84.1% AFUE, and the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 is rated 130 MBH input, 110 MBH heating capacity and 84% AFUE. Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 lists 65 MBH more input than Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 (130 MBH against 65 MBH). Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 carries the higher published AFUE at 84.1%, 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 MIHII MIHII-03 and Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05
SpecificationPeerless Series MIHII MIHII-03Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05
Input65 MBH130 MBH
Heating capacity55 MBH110 MBH
Net water rating48 MBH96 MBH
Efficiency (AFUE)84.1 %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
Boiler water content4.72 gal7.28 gal
VentingNatural draft into a conventional chimneyNatural draft into a conventional chimney
Ignition and controlsSpark pilot ignition; low-water cutoffSpark pilot ignition; low-water cutoff
FuelNatural gasNatural gas

What actually separates them

Published ratings: the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 is rated 65 MBH input, 55 MBH heating capacity and 84.1% AFUE; the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 is rated 130 MBH input, 110 MBH heating capacity and 84% AFUE. Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 lists 65 MBH more input than Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 (130 MBH against 65 MBH). Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 carries the higher published AFUE at 84.1%, against 84%.

The boiler water content differs: the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 lists 4.72 gal, while the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 lists 7.28 gal.

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

DiscontinuedCanadian status unknown
Input
Output (max)
AFUE
84.1 %

The Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 is the smallest Series MIHII size of the legacy mid-efficiency cast-iron gas water line: 65 MBH fixed input for 55 MBH heating capacity and a 48 MBH net water rating at 84.1% AFUE, with 4.72 US gallons of boiler water content, a low-water cutoff and natural-draft venting.

Natural gasHeating-only
DiscontinuedCanadian status unknown
Input
Output (max)
AFUE
84 %

The Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 is a 130 MBH mid size of the legacy mid-efficiency cast-iron gas water line: 130 MBH fixed input for 110 MBH heating capacity and a 96 MBH net water rating at 84% AFUE, with 7.28 US gallons of boiler water content, a low-water cutoff and natural-draft venting.

Natural gasHeating-only

Frequently asked questions

Which of the two has the higher maximum input?

The Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-05 lists 130 MBH, against 65 MBH on the Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03, per the cited documentation.

Which model is more efficient?

The Peerless Series MIHII MIHII-03 carries the higher published AFUE at 84.1%, against 84%.

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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