Pit Boss ✓ Official Specs Verified
5-Series Copper
$497
A versatile pellet smoker suitable for backyard BBQ enthusiasts.
MAIN GRATE N/A
TOTAL AREA 1659 sq.in
HOPPER CAP. 40 lbs
TEMP RANGE 150° – 420°F
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✔ Key Advantages (Pros)
- Insulated double-wall cabinet keeps temperatures stable in winter
- Large glass door allows viewing meats without losing heat
- Rear hopper cleanout door and high-capacity 40 lb hopper
✖ Limitations & Drawbacks (Cons)
- Vertical smoker does not perform high-heat direct searing
- Traditional flat firepot requires vacuuming
- Non-WiFi digital controller
Complete Hardware & Engineering Specifications
Click highlighted specification badges to filter matching models on the matrix| Capacity (Food Fit & Clearance) | 🍗 6 Chickens 🍖 6 Rib Racks 🥩 6 Pork Butts |
|---|---|
| Party Serving Size | 👥 Serves 15-20 |
| Primary Cooking Grate | N/A |
| Total Cooking Area | 1659 sq.in |
| Price per Sq. Inch (Value Metric) | N/A |
| Pellet Hopper Capacity | 40 lbs |
| Operating Temp Range | 150°F - 420°F |
| Smart Tech & Connectivity | |
| Controller Microchip | Digital |
| App Ecosystem & Features | No Wireless App Required (Offline Dial Control) |
| Direct Flame Searing | ♨️ Indirect Convection Only |
| Chamber Insulation | Double-Walled |
| Pellet Level Sensor | No Sensor |
| Ash Cleanout Solution | No (Shop-Vac Required) |
| Hopper Dump Cleanout | Pellet Dump Door |
| Meat Temperature Probes | 2 Ports (1 Included) |
| Net Unit Weight | 128 lbs |
| Manufacturing Origin | Imported |
| Grill Size | 28.9" wide x 27.8" deep x 53.1" high |
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🌲 Estimated Fuel Consumption for Pit Boss 5-Series Copper
At typical 225°F smoking temperatures, an auger system with a 40-lb hopper burns approximately 1.0 to 1.5 lbs of hardwood pellets per hour. A full hopper provides roughly 30 to 45 hours of continuous unattended low-and-slow cooks.