Bradford White RTGR199X1 is a gas tankless water heater from Bradford White rated 5.8 GPM at a 0.96 UEF — 176 therms/yr certified use, 199k BTU/h input.
Efficiency
Uniform Energy Factor (UEF)
0.96
Annual gas use (natural gas)
176 therms/yr
Recovery efficiency
98 %
Annual propane use
192.35 gal/yr
General
Fuel
Propane
Capacity
Max flow rate
5.8 GPM
Draw pattern
High
Minimum activation flow
0.5 GPM
Performance
Gas input rate
199 kBTU/h
Installation
Max current draw
2 A
Vent type
Power Direct Vent
Vent size
2 / 3
Smart features
Smart / connected capable
No
Dimensions
Width
17.3 in
Depth
14.8 in
Certification
ENERGY STAR certified
Yes
Real flow rate by climate
A tankless heater's usable flow depends on how far it must raise incoming water
temperature. Sustained hot-water flow of the Bradford White RTGR199X1 at common temperature
rises (a typical shower uses about 2 GPM of mixed water):
Temperature rise
Climate
Sustained flow
Simultaneous showers
45 °F
Warm climate (~75 °F groundwater)
5.8 GPM
2
55 °F
Mild climate (~65 °F groundwater)
5.8 GPM
2
70 °F
Cold climate (~50 °F groundwater)
5.5 GPM
2
77 °F
DOE test condition
5 GPM
2
Also sold as
The Bradford White RTGR199X1 is certified hardware that Bradford White and its partner brands
publish under 6 names. The same specifications apply to every
variant:
Is the Bradford White RTGR199X1 ENERGY STAR certified?
Yes, the Bradford White RTGR199X1 holds a current ENERGY STAR certification for water heating efficiency (UEF 0.96).
How much does the Bradford White RTGR199X1 cost to run per year?
About $519 per year at national average energy rates, based on its certified annual energy use under the DOE test draw pattern. Your rate and usage change this figure.
What venting does the Bradford White RTGR199X1 use?
The Bradford White RTGR199X1 uses Power Direct Vent venting with 2 / 3 in vent connections. Matching the existing vent type is usually the cheapest replacement path.
Is the Bradford White RTGR199X1 a smart water heater?
No, the Bradford White RTGR199X1 is not connected-capable — it has no app connectivity or demand-response support.
