The 14" Pit Barrel® Cooker Junior is the ultimate compact grill and smoker for those who love the larger models but need something more portable and versatile. Whether you're tailgating, camping, or hosting a backyard BBQ, the PBJ delivers delicious, smoky flavor in a compact, easy-to-use design. It’s small enough to fit in just about any car, making it the perfect companion for outdoor cooking wherever your adventures take you.
Don't let its size fool you—this compact drum smoker packs a punch. Measuring 33 inches tall (including the lid and stand) and 21.25 inches wide (with the side handles), the Pit Barrel Junior offers impressive cooking capabilities. With a total weight of just 32.7 pounds, it's light enough for easy transport yet heavy-duty enough to smoke your favorite meats to perfection.
Despite its compact design, the PBJ can handle a variety of meats and vegetables with ease. It easily fits:
6 racks of ribs
1 pork butt or shoulder
1 full packer brisket
6 chicken halves
1 17-pound turkey (using the optional turkey hanger)
14" Steel Drum with 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
This complete package offers everything you need to start grilling and smoking right away.
The Pit Barrel Junior is designed to simplify outdoor cooking, no matter your experience level. Its unique vertical barrel design delivers consistent 360° all-around heat dynamics, ensuring that your food cooks evenly and thoroughly every time. Pit Barrel’s drum smoker technology helps you create flawlessly cooked meat, vegetables, and more, with minimal effort. You simply hang your food, set it, and forget it—until it's time to enjoy perfectly smoked delicacies.
The Pit Barrel Junior isn’t just efficient; it’s also durable. The smoker is constructed with a superior-grade porcelain enamel finish, designed to withstand high temperatures, weather elements, and everything in between. This durability means you can rely on the PBJ for years of consistent outdoor cooking, regardless of the conditions.
One of the standout features of the Pit Barrel Junior is its versatility. You can grill or hang your food depending on your preferences, and it comes with hooks for hanging ribs, brisket, and more. Whether you’re grilling burgers, smoking a pork shoulder, or slow-cooking ribs, this smoker can handle it all. Plus, the Pit Barrel Junior is designed to eliminate the need for traditional air intake and exhaust dampers. Its unique design allows for a cooking environment where one temperature fits all, so you won’t have to fuss with constant adjustments.
Unlike other smokers, the Pit Barrel Junior simplifies the smoking process, making it accessible to beginners and experts alike. The PBJ operates without adjustable dampers for air intake or exhaust. Instead, you set the lower intake damper based on your elevation, start the charcoal fire, and let the smoker do the rest. As the heat builds, moisture collects inside the lid, creating a natural convection that enhances the flavor and tenderness of your food.
Effortless Smoking and Grilling: Just set it and forget it—no constant adjustments required.
Compact and Portable: Ideal for tailgating, camping, or backyard BBQs.
Durable Construction: Porcelain enamel finish designed to withstand high heat and outdoor elements.
Versatile Cooking Options: Grill, hang, or smoke your favorite meats, veggies, and more.
Affordable Excellence: Delivers professional-grade smoking results at a fraction of the cost of larger, more complex smokers.
Key Features
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 accessories are interchangeable and will work perfectly with the 22.5" PBX, except Hinged Grate, Ash Pan, and Cover.
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Dimensions and Weight
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One of the best features of the Pit Barrel Junior is its portability. This smoker is lightweight and compact, fitting easily in most cars, vans, SUVs, and truck beds. The handles on the sides make it easy to lift and transport, allowing you to bring it to tailgating events, camping trips, or outdoor gatherings without hassle. Whether you're at home or on the go, the Pit Barrel Junior ensures you can enjoy delicious smoked food anywhere.
Whether you're a seasoned pitmaster or new to outdoor cooking, the 14" Pit Barrel Junior is the perfect compact grill and smoker to enhance your outdoor cooking experience. With its easy setup, portability, and consistent cooking results, it’s no wonder the Pit Barrel Cooker is rated as one of the best smokers under $500. Start smoking delicious meals today with the Pit Barrel Junior—perfect for wherever your adventures take you!
Memories
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