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Charleston Onyx Edition
$697 $0.91 / sq.in Value
A versatile pellet smoker suitable for backyard BBQ enthusiasts.
MAIN GRATE 766 sq.in
TOTAL AREA 1020 sq.in
HOPPER CAP. 18.7 lbs
TEMP RANGE 180° – 500°F
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✔ Key Advantages (Pros)
- Dual-fuel combination with wood pellet smoker and gas grill
- Enclosed double-door lower storage cabinet
- Pull-lever ash cleanout and hopper empty door on pellet side
✖ Limitations & Drawbacks (Cons)
- Heavy unit (nearly 200 lbs)
- Requires simultaneous management of propane and wood pellets
- No built-in WiFi connectivity
Complete Hardware & Engineering Specifications
Click highlighted specification badges to filter matching models on the matrix| Capacity (Food Fit & Clearance) | 🍗 4 Chickens 🍖 6 Rib Racks 🍔 38 Burgers |
|---|---|
| Party Serving Size | 👥 Serves 12-20 |
| Primary Cooking Grate | 766 sq.in |
| Total Cooking Area | 1020 sq.in |
| Price per Sq. Inch (Value Metric) | $0.91 / sq.in |
| Pellet Hopper Capacity | 18.7 lbs |
| Operating Temp Range | 180°F - 500°F |
| Smart Tech & Connectivity | |
| Controller Microchip | Digital PID |
| App Ecosystem & Features | No Wireless App Required (Offline Dial Control) |
| Direct Flame Searing | 🔥 Direct Flame Slide (Up to 750°F+) |
| Chamber Insulation | Single Wall |
| Pellet Level Sensor | No Sensor |
| Ash Cleanout Solution | Removable Ash Cup |
| Hopper Dump Cleanout | Pellet Dump Door |
| Meat Temperature Probes | 2 Ports (2 Included) |
| Net Unit Weight | 197.5 lbs |
| Manufacturing Origin | Imported |
| Grill Size | 71.8" wide x 30.5" deep x 46.9" high |
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🌲 Estimated Fuel Consumption for Pit Boss Charleston Onyx Edition
At typical 225°F smoking temperatures, an auger system with a 18.7-lb hopper burns approximately 1.0 to 1.5 lbs of hardwood pellets per hour. A full hopper provides roughly 14 to 21 hours of continuous unattended low-and-slow cooks.