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Platinum 1250
$697 $1.29 / sq.in Value
A versatile pellet smoker suitable for backyard BBQ enthusiasts.
MAIN GRATE 540 sq.in
TOTAL AREA 1323 sq.in
HOPPER CAP. 33 lbs
TEMP RANGE 180° – 500°F
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✔ Key Advantages (Pros)
- Large 4.3-inch LCD touchscreen with Smoke IT WiFi & Bluetooth
- Fully enclosed dual-door storage cabinet
- Easy Ash Cleanout lever and large 33 lb hopper
✖ Limitations & Drawbacks (Cons)
- No dedicated Super Smoke mode or low pellet sensor
- Substantial footprint and weight (218.2 lbs)
- Walmart exclusive retail availability
Complete Hardware & Engineering Specifications
Click highlighted specification badges to filter matching models on the matrix| Capacity (Food Fit & Clearance) | |
|---|---|
| Party Serving Size | 👥 Serves 15-25 |
| Primary Cooking Grate | 540 sq.in |
| Total Cooking Area | 1323 sq.in |
| Price per Sq. Inch (Value Metric) | $1.29 / sq.in |
| Pellet Hopper Capacity | 33 lbs |
| Operating Temp Range | 180°F - 500°F |
| Smart Tech & Connectivity | |
| Controller Microchip | 4.3-inch LCD Touchscreen PID Wi-Fi |
| App Ecosystem & Features | |
| 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 | 218.2 lbs |
| Manufacturing Origin | Imported |
| Grill Size | 63.1" wide x 32.3" deep x 47.4" high |
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🌲 Estimated Fuel Consumption for Pit Boss Platinum 1250
At typical 225°F smoking temperatures, an auger system with a 33-lb hopper burns approximately 1.0 to 1.5 lbs of hardwood pellets per hour. A full hopper provides roughly 25 to 37 hours of continuous unattended low-and-slow cooks.