The 18.5" Classic Pit Barrel® Cooker is the perfect solution for all of your grilling and smoking needs. Our Drum Cooker can cook anything from brisket to veggies flawlessly with ease. Its unmatched capacity allows for more than double that of regular horizontal cookers at a fraction of the cost. 

• Physical dimensions – 36” tall, including the lid and stand, and 25” wide, including the side handles.
• Shipping dimensions are 21″x21″x32″.
• The total shipping weight is 57 pounds.
• Easily fits 8 Racks of Ribs, 2-3 Pork Butts/Shoulders or Briskets, Turkey Hangers allow for 2 13-16 lb Turkeys.

• Just the PBC Includes:
• 30 Gallon Steel Drum
• 8 Stainless Steel Hooks
• 2 Steel Hanging Rods
• Charcoal Basket
• Standard Grill Grate
• Wooden Hook Remover
• 3-Point Barrel Stand
• 5oz All-Purpose Pit Rub
• 5oz Beef & Game Pit Rub

Warning

⚠ WARNING: FUELS USED IN WOOD OR CHARCOAL BURNING APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS, CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING CARBON BLACK, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, AND CARBON MONOXIDE, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

The 14" Pit Barrel® Junior is the perfect compact grill and smoker for fans of our larger models. The PBJ fits in just about any car, making it ideal for camping, tailgating, or wherever you may want to prepare amazing food. Hang brisket, brats, vegetables, half-ribs, and more. Set it, forget it, and then enjoy!

Physical dimensions – 33” tall, including the lid and stand, and 21.25” wide, including the side handles.
Shipping dimensions are 16.5″x16.5″x29″
The total shipping weight is 32.7 pounds

Easily fits 6 Racks of Ribs, 1 Pork Butt/Shoulder, 1 Full Packer Brisket, 6 Chicken Halves, 1 17 lb Turkey using our Turkey Hanger! 

Just the PBJ Includes:
14" Steel Drum/Lid
4 Stainless Steel Hooks
2 Steel Hanging Rods
Charcoal Basket
Standard Grill Grate
Wooden Hook Remover
3-Point Barrel Stand
5oz All-Purpose Pit Rub
5oz Beef & Game Pit Rub

Warning

⚠ WARNING: FUELS USED IN WOOD OR CHARCOAL BURNING APPLIANCES, AND THE PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION OF SUCH FUELS, CAN EXPOSE YOU TO CHEMICALS INCLUDING CARBON BLACK, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER, AND CARBON MONOXIDE, WHICH IS KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS OR OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

*Happening Now: Buy a Pit Barrel® and get a logo plate of your choice FREE

Even though we have discontinued the custom logo plate option on the Pit Barrel® cooker, we have made them available for purchase. Logo plate comes with your chosen custom military or first responder logo plate and the appropriate installation hardware needed to install the custom military or first responder Logo Plate on your Pit Barrel® cooker right at home!

We offer: 
U.S. Army Logo Plates
U.S. Air Force Logo Plates
U.S. Marines Logo Plates
U.S. Navy Logo Plates
U.S. Coast Guard Logo Plates
Thin Red Line - Fire Fighter Logo Plates
Thin Blue Line - Police Officer Logo Plates
Thin Green Line - Federal Agency Logo Plates

*Disclaimer: You may be required to drill holes in the Pit Barrel® to properly mount your new logo plate depending on what model you have. We are not responsible for any damage that may occur upon installation.

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Don't want to waste time cleaning out ashes? Speed up the cleanup by easily attaching the durable stainless steel Ash Pan for the grill to the Charcoal Basket before you start cooking*. This best-selling accessory will leave you with more time to enjoy the delicious Pit Barrel® food. 

This add-on is a great time-saver, allowing you to lift out the ashes left behind after cooking. It significantly increases the convenience of, and reduces the time needed to clean up. 

22.5" PBX Ash Pan Diameter: ~18"
18.5" PBC Ash Pan Diameter: ~14.75"
14" PBJ Ash Pan Diameter: ~11.75”

*Charcoal Basket is not included with purchase of Ash Pan but will come with any cooker purchase. 

When you have a cooker as amazing as the Pit Barrel® you would want to protect it!

Shield your Pit Barrel® from the elements such as rain, sleet, snow, with our heavy-duty all-around premium protection cover. The cover comes in black with the Pit Barrel® original seal on the front and is made from a thick durable material custom fit to the size and shape of the Pit Barrel® of your choice. 

The cover easily slips on and off and has an elastic bottom that keeps it secure and protected through numerous years of delicious cooking to come. 

 Care Instructions

Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry.

Do you ever want to hang meats and vegetables but still looking to add grill marks to lobster, steak, and other smoked sides? We have created the Hinged Grate just for you! 

One of the best parts of the Pit Barrel® Cooker is the incredible volume. Take advantage of every inch of that capacity by hanging and grilling at the same time. One side is closed like a traditional grilling grate, great for grilling burgers, seafood. and steaks. The other side is open, allowing you to hang your favorite cuts of meat(s)such as ribs, pork butt, or vegetables using the 3-Hanger Value Pack or Skewer Value Pack. Utilize all the accessories simultaneously! 

Using one side for grilling and the other side hanging gives you the best of both worlds.  

Diameter:
The 18.5" Pit Barrel Cooker Grate diameter measures 17.5″
The 14" Pit Barrel Junior Hinged Grate diameter measures 13"
The 22.5" PBX Hinged Grate diameter measures 21.74" 

The Hinged Grill Grates are made of heavy-duty chrome plated iron wire.

Never question how much charcoal to use for your Pit Barrel® ever again. Our custom Pit Barrel® Chimney Starter is built uniquely to accommodate the exact amount of briquettes or lump you need to light for a perfect set-it & forget-it cook!  

Don’t let lighter fluid get in the way of the unique and amazing signature Pit Barrel® flavor. The Custom Pit Barrel® Chimney Starter means there is no need for lighter fluid when it comes to getting a solid start to your cook.

This Chimney Starter is designed to fit perfectly within the size and shape of any Pit Barrel® model.  

Maximize cook time and minimize any hassle and guesswork by following the directions that can be found in this lighting your Pit Barrel Cooker guide. 

 Dimensions: 7” high, 6 5/8” in diameter without the handle, and 11” across with the handle.

*SAVE 50% WHEN YOU ADD TO CART!

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The Pit Barrel® is not just for smoking meat but to complete a whole feast for the family. You can now cook your sides simultaneously with your choice(s) of meat without the hassle of watching the stove or oven. Whatever your preference is potatoes, corn, asparagus, meatloaf or sausage, the 3-Hanger Value Pack is the all-in-one solution to a perfect meal. The options are endless with the unmatched capacity of the Pit Barrel®.  

These hanging accessories are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these hanging baskets to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

The popular Pit Barrel® Hangers are made of durable, Teflon-coated steel, that rotates in their hanging position for added flexibility.

The 3-Hanger Value Pack includes:

• 1 Corn Hanger
• 1 Sausage/Hot Dog/Brat Hanger
• 1 All-Purpose Basket

Dimensions: 

Corn Hanger: L 14.5" x W 7" x H 2.5"
Sausage Hanger: L 12" x W 3.5" x H 1.5"
All-Purpose Basket: L 13.5" x W 6" x H 3"

Patent Pending

Looking to pick up some additional stainless steel smoker meat hooks for your vertical barrel cooker? Picking up Vertical Skewers and can use some extra? These are the same PBC Original Stainless Steel Smoker Meat Hooks that come in the Pit Barrel Packages, sold in sets of 4. Hooks are a great accessory for cooking food in a drum cooker and will help bring your flavor to the next level. Hang beef, pork, poultry, and vegetables alike so that you can cook them to perfection for your family and friends.  

Set of 4 Standard PBC Stainless Steel Meat Hooks
(Additional option available to purchase a set of 8 at a discount.)

These stainless steel meat hanging hooks are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these hanging hooks to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

Care Instructions

Dishwasher safe. For stuck on food- soak in warm, soapy water. Use a scouring pad to wash and clean the stainless steel.

Taking a common tool to the next level isn’t easy, but that’s exactly what we set out to do with our "Ultimate"-line. The Pit Barrel® is already described as the ultimate in outdoor cooking. The Ultimate Hook Tool takes it up a notch. With our signature wood handle and stainless steel finish, this accessory has a great look and feel.

This all-in-one Ultimate Hook Tool has a bottle opener on one end because we care about our customers. We would hate for you to get dehydrated while relaxing and cooking on your Pit Barrel®. So after you hang your food, crack a cold one, and watch the smoke roll. 

The right cooking utensils and accessories will make all the difference. 

 This deluxe stainless steel hook tool and bottle remove is compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use this hook tool to easily remove meat and hanging accessories from any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

Dimensions: ~1.5" W x 9.5" L x 1" H

Care Instructions

We do NOT recommend the dishwasher for the Ultimate Hook Tool. For best results, clean the Ultimate Hook Tool with warm soapy water, a sponge, and towel dry.

Protect yourself while cooking in style and comfort with our Custom Fit Pit Grips. Made of high-quality, breathable, and heat-resistant aramid fiber with non-slip silicone, these cooking gloves are perfect for your Pit Barrel® cooks and so much more. Represent your love for Pit Barrel® while you Hook 'n Hang or even in the kitchen as a stylish high-quality pair of oven mitts! The lightweight design provides maximum dexterity and protection, up to 350° C and 662° F. 

These heat-resistant pit gloves are sold as a pair, one size fits most.

Dimensions: 14" L x 7.5" W x 1.5" H (two gloves stacked together. Thickness is .75")

Care Instructions

Machine wash cold, lay flat to dry.

We kid you not, gone are the days of putting your Holiday Turkey in the oven or frier. Great for turkeys, chickens, ducks, geese, and other poultry, our two-piece stainless steel poultry hanging hooks are the ultimate device for getting mind-blowing results and the juiciest, most flavorful bird you will have ever put on your table. This is an absolute game-changer that no Pit Barrel owner should be without. Don’t forget to grab two because two smaller turkeys always turn out more tender than one large and can be cooked simultaneously!

This poultry hanger is compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use this poultry hanger to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Cook the best chicken, turkey and more with these Pit Barrel® Poultry Hangers Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

Great for turkeys, chickens, ducks, geese, and other poultry, our two-piece stainless steel poultry hanging hooks are the ultimate device for cooking your birds. The process is simple, and the results are so delicious you'll never fry or put them in the oven again. Multiple turkey hanger hooks are great for larger feasts and/or adding variety. Made of durable welded stainless steel.

See the Pit Barrel Turkey Hanger in action, or for the full recipe, click here!

Dimensions:
~ 10.75" L x 8.5" W (bottom) x 10" W (top) 

Care Instructions

Dishwasher safe. For stuck-on food- soak in warm, soapy water. Use a scouring pad to wash and clean the stainless steel.

Cooking poultry has never been easier thanks to the Pit Barrel Cooker and our Stainless-Steel Poultry Hangers! No need to worry about your poultry falling into the coals nor removing bone to spatchcock. 

Cooking any form of poultry used to mean hours of pacing and peering into the oven or fryer. The Stainless-Steel Poultry Hanger is an absolute game-changer that no Pit Barrel® owner should be without. First, it will make your life a lot easier. No need to find the best places to push the hooks through and no fear of a heavy turkey or chicken falling. The Poultry Hanger will ensure a perfect cook and a super-easy placement in the Pit Barrel®.

These poultry hangers are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these poultry hangers to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Cook the best chicken, turkey and more with these Pit Barrel® Poultry Hangers Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

All you have to do is take out one of the rebars as you descend the turkey and place the rebar right back in to rest the Poultry Hanger on. See the Turkey Hanger in action, or for the full Holiday Turkey recipe, click here!

Turkey, Chicken, Duck, Geese, whatever your bird(s) of choice, take advantage of the capacity of the Pit Barrel® and save on a 2-pack of one of our most popular accessories!

Dimensions per hanger:
~ 10.75" L x 8.5" W (bottom) x 10" W (top)  

Care Instructions

Dishwasher safe. For stuck-on food- soak in warm, soapy water. Use a scouring pad to wash and clean the stainless steel.

If you're looking to go all-in and utilize every inch of the Pit Barrel® these skewers are a must for your grilling and smoking repertoire as it brings yet another dimension to the unique Pit Barrel® experience. 

You can't call yourself a grillmaster if you haven't perfected your skewering game. Whether you prefer a meat, vegetable, or kebab skewer, these reusable stainless-steel vertical hanging skewers allow you to mix, match, and cook your choice of meat and vegetables like never before. The skewers open up a whole new endless road of possibilities for your next BBQ. 

The stainless steel vertical meat skewers are ready to hang from your hooks right out of the box. This Hanging Skewer Value pack includes a total of 6 skewers. 

These stainless steel hanging skewers are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these hanging skewers to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

PBC Skewer Value Pack includes:

10" Hanging Skewers (4-Pack) reg. price $18.99

15" Hanging Skewers (2-Pack) reg. price $16.99

Dimensions: 

10" Hanging Skewer Dimensions: L 10" x W 4.75" (bottom prong to keep food on skewer)

15" Hanging Skewer Dimensions: L 15" x 4.75" W (bottom prong to keep the food in place)

Patent Pending

Care Instructions

Dishwasher safe. For stuck on food- soak in warm, soapy water. Use a scouring pad to wash and clean the stainless steel.

You can't call yourself a grillmaster if you haven't perfected your skewering game. Whether you prefer a meat, vegetable, or kebab skewer, these reusable stainless-steel vertical hanging skewers allow you to mix, match, and cook your choice of meat and vegetables like never before. The skewers open up a whole new endless road of possibilities for your next BBQ. 

These skewers are a must for your grilling and smoking repertoire as it brings yet another dimension to the unique Pit Barrel® experience. If you're looking to go all-in and utilize every inch of the Pit Barrel® check out the Skewer Value Pack. 

The skewers come in a set of 2 and are ready to hang from your hooks right out of the box. The 15" Hanging Skewers are great for when you're cooking for larger crowds and need more cooking surface. 

These stainless steel hanging skewers are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these hanging skewers to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

 Dimensions: L 15" x 4.75" W (bottom prong to keep the food in place)

The possibilities are endless! Check out the skewers in action here!

Patent Pending

Care Instructions

Dishwasher safe. For stuck on food- soak in warm, soapy water. Use a scouring pad to wash and clean the stainless steel.

You can't call yourself a grillmaster if you haven't perfected your skewering game. Whether you prefer a meat, vegetable, or kebab skewer, these reusable stainless-steel vertical hanging skewers allow you to mix, match, and cook your choice of meat and vegetables like never before. The skewers open up a whole new endless road of possibilities for your next BBQ. 

These skewers are a must for your grilling and smoking repertoire as it brings yet another dimension to the unique Pit Barrel® experience. If you're looking to go all-in and utilize every inch of the Pit Barrel® check out the Skewer Value Pack. 

These stainless steel hanging skewers are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these hanging skewers to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

The skewers come in a set of 4 and are ready to hang from your hooks right out of the box. 

Dimensions L 10" x W 4.75" (bottom prong to keep food on skewer)

Patent Pending

Care Instructions

Dishwasher safe. For stuck-on food- soak in warm, soapy water. Use a scouring pad to wash and clean the stainless steel.

The All-Purpose Basket Hanger is a must for those items that are tough to hook, skewer, or grill. It's created to satisfy the need for cooking sides simultaneously with your choice(s) of meat. 

The small weave of the basket is a great feature for a variety of cooks. Whether you're looking to smoke a meatloaf or grill smaller vegetables, such as mushrooms, the Pit Barrel® All-Purpose Hanger is the solution to all your needs. 

Prepare almost anything chopped or sliced in one of our best-selling accessories. We recommend you check out the special bundle deal on our 3-Hanger Value Pack to fully maximize and take advantage of the Pit Barrel® capacity.

This hanging basket is compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these hanging baskets to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

Basket Measurements are 5.5″x9.5″x3″ for approximately 150in³ of capacity. 

Total Dimensions: L 13.5" x W 6" x H 3"

Care Instructions:

The All-Purpose Basket is dishwasher safe. We recommend using the top shelf of the dishwasher for washing the All-Purpose Basket.

Patent Pending

What is BBQ without a grilled buttery corncob? It's never been easier to cook corn alongside your choice(s) of meat! The Corn Hanger allows you to grill 4 cobs of corn without taking up too much space. The special rotatable swivel-head design and adjustable width allows for incredible flexibility to maximize the capacity of the Pit Barrel®. 

Whether they’re plain, or lightly dusted with some All-Purpose Pit Rub, there’s no better ear of corn than one hung in the Pit Barrel®.

These corn hanging baskets are compatible with the Badger Barrel, Gateway Drum Smoker, Hunsaker Smoker, bronco barrel and more! Use these corn hanging baskets to increase the capacity and cook more food in any drum smoker! Looking for more compatible accessories for your drum cooker? Look no farther! Check out all of the accessories here!

We recommend you check out our best-selling special bundle deal on our 3-Hanger Value Pack for endless hanging options!

 Dimensions: L 14.5" x W 7" x H 2.5"

Patent Pending

Care Instruction

The Corn Hanger is dishwasher safe. We recommend using the top shelf of the dishwasher for washing the Corn Hanger.

The right cooking BBQ utensils and accessories will make all the difference. Taking a common tool to the next level isn’t easy, but that’s exactly what we set out to do with our "Ultimate"-line. 

Enhance your outdoor cooking experience with our signature Ultimate Spatula and Tongs Value Pack. Both equipped with a built-in bottle opener for a perfect day of beer and BBQ on your Pit Barrel® Cooker. 

Featuring our signature wood handle and stainless steel blade, these tools are guaranteed to elevate your next cook!

Once in hand, we’re sure you’ll agree - they really are the Ultimate Tools!

Dimensions: 

Tongs:
Fully Closed: ~ 12" L x 1.5" W
Opening Depth: ~ 5 1/4" W

Spatula: 
Flat Surface: ~ 5.25" L x 3.75" W
Handle: ~5" L x 1" W
Total Dimension: ~10.25" L x 3.75" W

Care Instructions

We do NOT recommend the dishwasher for the Ultimate Spatula. For best results, clean the Ultimate Spatula with warm soapy water, a sponge, and towel dry. 

We do NOT recommend the dishwasher for the Ultimate Tongs. For best results, clean the Ultimate Tongs with warm soapy water, a sponge, and towel dry.

Taking a common tool to the next level isn’t easy, but that’s exactly what we set out to do with our "Ultimate"-line. 

Slotted ends elevate the look of these high-quality Ultimate tongs which is especially convenient when grilling and hanging in your Pit Barrel®. The heavy-duty stainless steel arms feature our signature wood handle, which is finished off with a bottle opener at the top. We know beer and BBQ are made for each other.

The hinge locks allow the tong to close completely for efficient storage.

Once in hand, we’re sure you’ll agree - they really are the Ultimate Tongs.

Dimensions:
Fully Closed: ~ 12" L x 1.5" W
Opening Depth: ~ 5 1/4" W

Care Instructions

We do NOT recommend the dishwasher for the Ultimate Tongs. For best results, clean the Ultimate Tongs with warm soapy water, a sponge, and towel dry.

Taking a common tool to the next level isn’t easy, but that’s exactly what we set out to do with our "Ultimate"-line. 

The Pit Barrel® already smokes the competition in more ways than one. We also have the most durable and user-friendly accessories. You absolutely need our all-in-one heavy-duty Spatula with a built-in Bottle Opener to complete your BBQ and impress your guests. 

Featuring our signature wood handle, it’s a great spatula for any grill, but the custom length and angle on the stainless steel blade make it perfect for use in your Pit Barrel®. With a convenient bottle opener front and center, we tried to think of everything to make cooking on your Pit Barrel® an all-around great experience. Nothing goes better together than beer and BBQ! 

 Dimensions: 

Flat Surface: ~ 5.25" L x 3.75" W
Handle: ~5" L x 1" W
Total Dimension: ~10.25" L x 3.75" W

Care Instructions

We do NOT recommend the dishwasher for the Ultimate Spatula. For best results, clean the Ultimate Spatula with warm soapy water, a sponge, and towel dry.

It's not your typical beanie, because the Pit Barrel® isn't your typical cooker. This beanie will make you stand out from the crowd! 

Whether you're looking to keep your head warm while cooking in the winter or you just want to rep your favorite #TeamPitBarrel to your friends and family, this beanie is a must-have for your wardrobe! 

We have a variety of colors that will fit the entire family. Choose between black, hunter green, charcoal, and our signature orange. One size fits most. 

Care Instructions

Machine wash cold. Do not dry clean, bleach or iron, dry at low temperature.