Yoder Smokers Kingman Offset Smoker

While the Kingman is designed for commercial catering and serious enthusiasts, it is approachable for anyone willing to learn offset fire management. Its heavy-duty 1/4 inch steel construction provides excellent heat retention, which actually makes maintaining consistent temperatures easier than on thinner, mass-market pits.

The HMP is designed to balance the temperature across the entire cooking surface by directing heat and smoke more evenly from the firebox. This minimizes hot spots, allowing you to utilize more of the 2,242 square inch cooking area without constantly rotating your meat.

Despite its significant mass, the Kingman is equipped with heavy-duty wagon wheels that make it surprisingly manageable on flat, solid surfaces. However, due to its size and weight, you should plan for a permanent or semi-permanent location rather than moving it frequently.

You can use both wood and charcoal. While many pitmasters prefer the flavor profile of seasoned wood, the Kingman's firebox is fully capable of handling charcoal as a fuel source or as a base for your wood fire.

Yes, the counterweight is a practical necessity rather than a luxury. Because the lid is made of heavy 1/4 inch steel, the counterweight significantly reduces the physical effort required to open and close the pit, making it much easier to check on your food or add fuel throughout a long cook.

No, the Kingman arrives fully assembled. Given its weight and construction, it is delivered ready to use, so you will only need to prepare a solid, level foundation for it before your first cook.