22.5" PBX

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376 Reviews
$599.99
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22.5" PBX

4.9
Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
376 Reviews
$599.99

In addition to being perfect for catering businesses, fundraisers, large backyard cooks and more, the 22.5" PBX takes the ease of use the 18.5″ Pit Barrel Cooker® has made famous to the next level.  The 22.5" PBX will be right at home in a competition setting, catering for your large events, and even cooking for your restaurant. Please note: The PBX our largest capacity cooker and is meant to cook a lot of food at one time. Smaller cooks may experience higher barrel temperatures since there is less food absorbing the heat. 

It simply cooks some of the best food you’ve ever tasted, with no hassle, due to the 360º All-Round Heat Dynamics™. 

Whether you’re new to outdoor cooking or an expert trying to perfect your craft, the Pit Barrel® Cooker will guarantee perfectly cooked food every time. This large charcoal grill and smoker package includes everything you need to be ready to cook out of the box. All you need is to follow the instructions and lighting process based on the type of cook (grilling or smoking). 

The 22.5" PBX has a much larger capacity than the 18.5" Pit Barrel Cooker® and is the largest porcelain coated drum cooker on the market.  Choose whether you want to cook 16-20 racks of ribs, 4 pork butts or shoulders, 4 full packer briskets, 12-16 chicken halves, 60+ party wings or 4 turkeys – the possibilities are endless.

The PBX includes everything you need to get cooking:

  • 22.5” Porcelain Coated Steel Drum 
  • 16 Stainless Steel Hooks
  • 3 Steel Hanging Rods
  • Porcelain Coated Charcoal Basket
  • Standard Grill Grate
  • Wooden Hook Remover
  • 3-Point Barrel Stand
  • 5oz All-Purpose Pit Rub
  • 5oz Beef & Game Pit Rub

Already own the 18.5" Pit Barrel Cooker®? All hanging accessories are interchangeable and will work perfectly with the 22.5" PBX, except Hinged Grate, Ash Pan, and Cover. 

Item may be visible at delivery and can't be hidden. If this is a gift consider shipping it to a different address.

Dimensions and Weight
  • Physical dimensions – 36” tall, including the lid and stand, and 30” wide, including the side handles.
  • Shipping dimensions are 25.5″x25.5″x33″.
  • The total shipping weight is 84.5 pounds.
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.

 

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In addition to being perfect for catering businesses, fundraisers, large backyard cooks and more, the 22.5" PBX takes the ease of use the 18.5″ Pit Barrel Cooker® has made famous to the next level.  The 22.5" PBX will be right at home in a competition setting, catering for your large events, and even cooking for your restaurant. Please note: The PBX our largest capacity cooker and is meant to cook a lot of food at one time. Smaller cooks may experience higher barrel temperatures since there is less food absorbing the heat. 

It simply cooks some of the best food you’ve ever tasted, with no hassle, due to the 360º All-Round Heat Dynamics™. 

Whether you’re new to outdoor cooking or an expert trying to perfect your craft, the Pit Barrel® Cooker will guarantee perfectly cooked food every time. This large charcoal grill and smoker package includes everything you need to be ready to cook out of the box. All you need is to follow the instructions and lighting process based on the type of cook (grilling or smoking). 

The 22.5" PBX has a much larger capacity than the 18.5" Pit Barrel Cooker® and is the largest porcelain coated drum cooker on the market.  Choose whether you want to cook 16-20 racks of ribs, 4 pork butts or shoulders, 4 full packer briskets, 12-16 chicken halves, 60+ party wings or 4 turkeys – the possibilities are endless.

The PBX includes everything you need to get cooking:

  • 22.5” Porcelain Coated Steel Drum 
  • 16 Stainless Steel Hooks
  • 3 Steel Hanging Rods
  • Porcelain Coated Charcoal Basket
  • Standard Grill Grate
  • Wooden Hook Remover
  • 3-Point Barrel Stand
  • 5oz All-Purpose Pit Rub
  • 5oz Beef & Game Pit Rub

Already own the 18.5" Pit Barrel Cooker®? All hanging accessories are interchangeable and will work perfectly with the 22.5" PBX, except Hinged Grate, Ash Pan, and Cover. 

Item may be visible at delivery and can't be hidden. If this is a gift consider shipping it to a different address.

Dimensions and Weight
  • Physical dimensions – 36” tall, including the lid and stand, and 30” wide, including the side handles.
  • Shipping dimensions are 25.5″x25.5″x33″.
  • The total shipping weight is 84.5 pounds.
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.

 

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars
Based on 376 reviews
Total 5 star reviews: 342 Total 4 star reviews: 22 Total 3 star reviews: 6 Total 2 star reviews: 4 Total 1 star reviews: 2
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    David V.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    2 weeks ago
    1st place ribs.

    Me and my buddies got first place ribs using the PBC!!

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    Jimmy G.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 weeks ago
    My Competition Barrel!

    I decided to start competing in BBQ comps this year. I knew I was going to need a good barrel to get the job done so I chose the PBX. I have two as my rigs and in my first comp I was able to get 12th out of a field of 44 teams.

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    Donald G.
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    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    9 months ago
    Awesome barrel smoker

    I got the 22.5” PBX smoker at academy for 199$ when they came out. I never would have thought it would produce such amazing results in food. My only regret is not buying 2 or 3 of them at that price. I use this cooker the most and I have 7 different style of grills to offset smokers.

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    Dave B.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Was the best purchase I made this year.

    This is an ideal product for someone who wants to start smoking meat for the first time or someone who has experience but wants simplicity and ease of use.

    I inherited a few smokers from my dad who passed away but they honestly were not very good products. Maintaining temperature was difficult and the results were discouraging.

    Remembering my Dad and on a whim this December, I looked into the world of smokers to see what was available. I found a youtube review from a guy with a 500 gallon offset smoker who recommended the pit barrel cooker to new people; based on ease of use, affordability and quality of food it could produce. I then focused on reviews specifically for this product. I was happy with the general consensus. I checked out the options on the website for a few days and pulled the trigger on the 22. 5 PBX and the prime package. I didn't want to want for anything. I'm glad I did. It was shipped out the same day and was here in maybe 2 or 3 days.

    It's a big box. Everything was neatly packed inside. All the extras are high quality and well made. The company takes pride in their products and brands their accessories.

    That first weekend with it, I smoked a pork shoulder for pulled pork and it came out perfect. I'm in Ocala, FL so I don't even bother moving the bottom vent from the down position. I just let the cooker do it's thing. I hung the meat from the hooks on one of the bars. I checked it after the first 2 hours to see what was happening and then maybe…

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    LEE R.
    I recommend this product
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 year ago
    Great product

    Phenomenal product. i unfortunately misplaced my temperature rods but found a local company on a late Saturday night for replacements parts. smoked beef rib roast and beef brisket. rave reviews!!!

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Frequently asked questions

  • The PBX Cooker is worth the upgrade for buyers who regularly cook for more than 20 people, host large gatherings, do catering, or compete in BBQ events. With significantly more cooking capacity and longer charcoal burn time, the PBX is the right call for serious enthusiasts. For households cooking for under 20 people, the 18.5 inch Pit Barrel Cooker remains the better value.

  • The PBX Cooker is the largest and highest-priced model in the Pit Barrel lineup, reflecting its 22.5 inch diameter and increased cooking capacity. Free domestic shipping is included on orders over $99.99.

  • The PBX Cooker comfortably feeds 20 to 40 people per cook. It accommodates significantly more food than smaller models in the lineup and is the right choice for catering, large parties, and feeding extended families.

  • For families of 4 to 6, the PBX Cooker is larger than necessary for everyday use, and the 18.5 inch Pit Barrel Cooker is typically the better choice. However, families that frequently host gatherings, cook for extended family, or do meal prep at scale may find the extra capacity useful.

  • Yes, the PBX Cooker can fit multiple full packer briskets at one time, making it a strong choice for catering, competition, and large gatherings. The increased capacity is one of the primary reasons serious BBQ cooks upgrade from the 18.5 inch to the PBX.

  • The PBX Cooker can hang up to 16-20 racks of ribs at one time, making it one of the highest-capacity drum smokers available for rib cooks. This is enough to feed 30 plus people from a single cook.

  • Yes, the PBX Cooker is used by competition BBQ teams who appreciate its capacity, consistent temperature, and ability to cook multiple proteins simultaneously. The hanging system is particularly valued for chicken and rib categories where presentation matters.

  • Yes, the PBX Cooker is one of the best catering smokers in its price range. The high capacity, simple operation, and consistent temperature mean a single operator can cook for dozens of guests without constant attention to the fire. Many small catering operations rely on multiple PBX units.

  • A full basket of charcoal in the PBX Cooker typically lasts 6 to 7 hours, accommodating extended cooks including overnight briskets and large pork shoulder loads without requiring fuel additions.

  • The PBX Cooker ships with the cooker, a larger charcoal basket sized for the 22.5 inch diameter, three hanging rods, sixteen stainless steel meat hooks, a properly sized grill grate, a wooden hook remover, and a starter rub. Everything needed to start cooking is included.