55 Gallon Single Barrel Smoker – Heavy-Duty Charcoal Barrel Smoker

55 Gallon Barrel Smoker: An Offset Smoker Built for Backyard BBQ

Want real wood-smoked flavor in a backyard-sized smoker? The 55 Gallon Barrel Smoker pairs a 55-gallon steel cooking barrel with an offset side firebox, so the fire burns beside your food instead of under it. Heat and smoke move through the barrel for slow, indirect cooking, the way traditional BBQ is done.

It’s built from heavy-duty steel for outdoor use and suits both beginners and experienced pitmasters who want authentic smoke flavor without a huge pit.

What You Get

• 55-gallon steel barrel cooking chamber
• Offset side firebox for indirect heat
• Cooking grates, including a top warmer grate
• Smoke stack for airflow and smoke control
• Heavy-duty steel construction
• Wheels for moving it around your yard
• Works with wood or charcoal

Size and Cooking Area

• Height: 55 inches
• Length: 48 inches
• Width: 35 inches
• Main cooking grate: 31.5 inches by 21.5 inches
• Top warmer grate: 33 inches by 10 inches

Measure your patio or yard before you order, and leave room around the firebox and smoke stack.

Why Buyers Choose a 55 Gallon Barrel Smoker

Authentic Smoke Flavor

Because the fire sits in a separate side firebox, your food cooks with indirect heat and a steady flow of smoke. That’s the method behind brisket, ribs, and pork shoulder with real bark and smoke flavor.

Control Over Heat and Smoke

The firebox and smoke stack let you manage airflow and temperature as you cook. Add fuel to raise the heat, and adjust airflow to slow it down.

A Size That Fits a Backyard

The 55-gallon barrel gives you room to cook for family and friends without the footprint of a trailer smoker. The wheels let you move it where you need it.

Built to Last Outdoors

Heavy-duty steel holds heat through long cooks and stands up to regular outdoor use.

What Can You Smoke in It?

Beef brisket, pork shoulder, baby back and spare ribs, whole chicken, turkey, and sausages work especially well on an offset smoker. You can also cook fish, shrimp, burgers, steaks, and sides such as vegetables, corn on the cob, baked potatoes, and BBQ beans.

Is This the Right Smoker for You?

Choose the 55 Gallon Barrel Smoker if you:

• Want authentic wood-smoked flavor
• Enjoy tending a fire and cooking low and slow
• Want a dedicated smoker with a separate firebox
• Have a backyard or patio with room for a barrel smoker

Compare other options if you:

• Want to grill over charcoal: see the 55 Gallon Barrel Grill.
• Want more cooking space from two barrels: look at the Double Barrel Offset Smoker or the Double Barrel Grill.
• Need much more capacity: see the 120 Gallon Offset Smoker.
• Prefer a vertical charcoal smoker: look at the Vertical Drum Smoker.

Before You Order a Barrel Smoker

Set the smoker on level, stable ground in an open outdoor area, away from fences, overhangs, and anything that can catch fire. Keep children and pets clear while it’s hot, and never use it indoors or in an enclosed space. Let the fire settle and the smoker come up to a steady temperature before you add food.

Order Your 55 Gallon Barrel Smoker

Ready to start smoking? Order your 55 Gallon Barrel Smoker from Backyard Barrel Cooker today. Have a question about availability, color options, or delivery to your area? Contact us before you order and we’ll help you confirm the details.

55 Gallon Barrel Smoker FAQ

What kind of smoker is this?

It’s an offset smoker with a 55-gallon steel cooking barrel and a separate side firebox for indirect heat.

What fuel does it use?

Wood or charcoal.

How big is the cooking area?

The main grate is 31.5 inches by 21.5 inches, and the top warmer grate is 33 inches by 10 inches.

What are the overall dimensions?

55 inches high, 48 inches long, and 35 inches wide.

Can I move it easily?

Yes. It has wheels for moving it around your yard.

What can I cook in it?

Brisket, ribs, pork shoulder, chicken, turkey, sausages, fish, and more.

What’s the difference between this and the 55 Gallon Barrel Grill?

This is an offset smoker built for low-and-slow smoking. The 55 Gallon Barrel Grill is a charcoal barrel grill.

Can I choose a custom color?

Contact us before you order to ask about color options.

How do I find out about delivery and availability?

Contact us before you order and we’ll confirm availability and delivery details for your location.