How many racks? Looking at the picture in the description and they show only 2 racks of ribs. Seems a little bizarre. I know I could get a rib rack to stand them up, but are there multiple horizontal racks in the smoker as well? How many racks? Looking at the picture in the description and they show only 2 racks of ribs. Seems a little bizarre. I know I could get a rib rack to stand them up, but are there multiple... » Read More How many racks? Looking at the picture in the description and they show only 2 racks of ribs. Seems a little bizarre. I know I could get a rib rack to stand them up, but are there multiple horizontal racks in the smoker as well? « Show Less
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The smoker comes with two grates. You can easily stand 5-10 racks of ribs per grate using rib racks or inverted roasting stands or put 5-6 on each grate by rolling them and skewering them..You will have to shift them around every 45 minutes while they are unwrapped, slightly less often while foiled (if you foil them at all).Practice with three laying on each grate at first, work your way up. If you rush it, you'll just make a mess.
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Ya, there are two racks--Top one and the one right over the water bowl. With a few rib racks to stand them up you could fit oodles of ribs in this thing--I'm guessing 15 to 20. According to the virtual Weber bulletin board 12-racks are definitely doable without buying rib racks and simply using some ingenuity (cooking the ribs on their side rolled up and skewered).
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It fits because the racks inside the Masterbuilt smoker move up or down for convenience. However, I am not real excited about this particular rack because my first one fell apart due to poor welding. Then I discovered that if one cuts a regular size rib in two equal pieces, the individual pieces will not fit. It is necessary to cut the rib to fit and then there is a too small rib section left over to fit somewhere (?). Bottom line is that it will probably work well with a roast, but does not accommodate a slab of ribs well.
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We have used the BBQ for the last year. It is a good smoker as well. But as with any piece of equioment it tkaes some practice to get it right. I wouold buy another.. even though it was a pain to put together in the form of time. it is a good buy.
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I use a standing rib rack and can fit in (2)-full racks and (2)- half racks at one time. The smoker insert is angled at two ends and not rectangular where the bins for the wood chips are, so I cut the third rack in half for the best fit. I've made very good ribs in this smoker and installed a Weber thermometer in the lid to more closely monitor the temperature while smoking.
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There are 4 racks in the smoker and they measure 18X36 roughly. You should get 15 leg quarters to each rack easy. As to cooking time i cook whole chickens in about 3 hours or less running the smoker at about 240-260. Your time should be less i would bet. I would think with 4 racks loaded with chicken figure minimum 2.5 hours.good luck, i hope they turn out great
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Yep.Those pics are of two racks.You want to try to have as much meat exposed as possible,for bark and color.Its a little work but they baste themselves.yum.We use quite a few skewers also.Good luck.My family couldn't get by with one rack!Those are baby backs by the way,you could never fit 2 racks of St Louis,I don't think.
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I am not sure, but they hold quite a bit. I can put 3 slabs of babyback ribs lengthwise on one rack. Also can put 2-3 chickens on one rack. I usually put about 20 sausages (7 lbs) on the next rack. Racks are very sturdy, and slide out while you are cooking so you can get to the meat. My guess is that you could smoke about 30-40 pounds.
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Hello. Two Rib-Eye steaks at the most. Burgers, 5 at the most. Good size ones I mean. I use it for two people and it works great. There have been a few times where I wish that it was bigger but, the next size up is too large for what I need. It is a two person grill. Well built. I like Weber grills alot. But this is a much better deal for the money. The ash canister is awesome. Plus remember this grill has " two " vents. One on top and one on the bottom near the ash canister. Most, including Webers do not have the " two " vents. What this means is that with the two vent system you have much, much more control over the Heat and Flame. No more high Flame that ruins the meat. It gives alot more control and you can, with practice, cook to the exact way that you like. The bottom vent controls the Flame. More intense or less intense of a Flame. The top vent controls the actual level of Heat. Top vent closed gives you more Heat level. Top vent open gives you less Heat like for a longer cook time for example spare-ribs. Get it but decide what size is best for your needs. When in doubt go larger.
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Not sure what they are rated at, but the last run I had in it had one shelf with 3 slabs of ribs, one with about 10 #'s of chix, one with some odd pieces (beef tongue, venison roasts, fat back...) and the last one had 4 butts (wach at about 6-7 pounds) so, i'd say you could push 30 #'s, but I would prob wouldn't push that far on all of them.
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Not sure but to give you an idea I recently loaded 16 slabs of beef short ribs total of 40 +/-pounds on four and didn't have to cut them to make room the following week I did a nother 12 slabs.. I also did a 17 lb turkey on one rack with no problems. I will recommend if you do get this smoker, with the wood chip pan hammer down the open slots this will improve your smoke and only use wood chunks not chips I prefer un soak. Good luck and hoped this helped you will love it trust me
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yes...at least 2 (and if i get up and go to the kitchen i could see if there are 3 but i doubt it.the low rack position is good for taller items (to bake potatoes, depending on size). one thingthat i do, is on the regular rack position, i put a piece of aluminum foil on top of rolls and thingsthat can get a little burned, when using the bake setting.....it must be that the upper element isto close to the food that is in there for long enough to bake. i really like this toaster oven as this is my 2nd one to buy (had to leave the 1st oneat my old residence) and i've tried other makes and models. yes...at least 2 (and if i get up and go to the kitchen i could see if there are 3 but i doubt it.the low rack position is good for taller items (to bake potatoes, depending on size). one thingthat i do, is on the regular rack position, i put a piece of aluminum foil on top of rolls and thingsthat can get a little burned, when using the bake setting.....it must be that the upper element isto close to the food that is in there for long enough to bake. i really like this toaster oven as this is my 2nd one to buy (had to leave the 1st oneat my old residence)... » Read More yes...at least 2 (and if i get up and go to the kitchen i could see if there are 3 but i doubt it.the low rack position is good for taller items (to bake potatoes, depending on size). one thingthat i do, is on the regular rack position, i put a piece of aluminum foil on top of rolls and thingsthat can get a little burned, when using the bake setting.....it must be that the upper element isto close to the food that is in there for long enough to bake. i really like this toaster oven as this is my 2nd one to buy (had to leave the 1st oneat my old residence) and i've tried other makes and models. « Show Less
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Sorry I didn't respond sooner, but I was on a cruise and didn't want to "spoil the moment." Large packer briskets come in various sizes, as do pork butts. One of the things that sold me on thr Rec Tek was its large capacity. Although I've never tried to smoke a brisket and two butts at the same time, I think the Rec Tek will handle them. They may start out a bit crowded, but should shrink as they smoke. I know it sounds a little dorky, but you might use a tape measure to check initial fit before buying the meat. I hope this helps and I hope you got it in time.
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Tomorrow my son n law will be using his Kettle as a smoker and be using some wood, not sure how all wood will work. Are you going to smoke or grill using wood?Question for you, what do you cover your Smoker with? I can not find a cover for this monster. Thanks Don
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It has 2 racks. The bottom one cannot be checked without removing the top. I use it for smoking, not BBQ'g. Love it! This is the second one I've had; be careful when removing or plugging in the electric cord; it's a bit "tender". Also, I did buy the recommended electric cord with the second one which made a huge difference. Good luck; it's very fun...
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Look at the dimensions of the two. You get more space. It is not just 2 more racks. If it is made by the same manufacturer, Bradley, the what is more important to you? More space? Saving $100? Yes, the larger one has more space and more racks but is it worth it to YOU for YOUR needs to spend the extra $100? I purchased the 6 rack and we like it. It holds a LOT of meat. How many people do you normally entertain? Do you need it? Good luck with your decision!
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I can't imagine how you would tackle doing spare ribs. The owner's manual doesn't mention doing ribs, and it just wouldn't be practical since there's no good way of anchoring down the ribs so that they'd cook evenly. Also, you'd want to baste the ribs frequently, and this would make a huge mess. I would say it just isn't possible.
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There are four, two on the top and two on the bottom, they are positioned more towards the front and the back. II've noticed if I dont have the rack exactly in the middle position when toasting, the toast will be slightly more done under where the elements are. It's not enough to bother me much I just adjust the time. I haven't used the actual timer, its easier for me just to watch it since I'm making toast for 8 people. I know thats more than you asked for, have a good day!