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BBQ Smokers, Pig Roasters, Chicken Cookers, and Grills From Meadow Creek
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Comparison and Capacity Charts for Meadow Creek Pig Cookers

Are you trying to decide which Meadow Creek pig cooker is right for you? These handy charts show the differences between our pig cooker models and help you determine which size of pig cooker to choose.

Pig Cooker Model Comparisons

PR60GT Pig RoasterThe main differences in our different pig cookers are fuel type, size, and trailer versus pull-around. Choose from charcoal/wood or gas fired and 3 different sizes: 42", 60", and 72". The larger units are available on a trailer.

Model Fuel Type Pig Size Type
Charcoal Gas 100 lb. 250 lb. 325 lb. Pull-around* Trailer
PR42 • • •
PR60 • • •
PR72 • • •
PR42G • • •
PR60G • • •
PR72G • • •
PR60T • • •
PR72T • • •
PR60GT • • •
PR72GT • • •

*To push/pull around by hand. Not mounted on a trailer for highway use.

Pig Cooker Meat Capacities

Use this chart to determine which size of pig cooker will cook the right amount of meat for you. If you have questions about cooking other meats, feel free to ask! The 2nd Tier grate is optional and almost doubles the cooking surface. These figures are approximate.

Meats PR42 PR60 PR72
Single 2nd Tier Single 2nd Tier Single 2nd Tier
Whole Pigs 100 lb na 200 lb na 275 lb na
Racks of Ribs** 5–6 10–12 8–12 15–25 12–15 24–30
Whole Chickens 12–14 22–24 21–24 40–45 25–30 50–60
Hamburgers 40–45 70–80 70–75 135–140 85–90 160–175
Pork Butts 10–11 18–20 18–20 30–35 21–24 40–44

**Spare ribs lying flat. With the optional rib rack, you can cook ribs on edge.

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Struggling to choose the right cooker for your needs? Check out our Meadow Creek cooker comparison charts. If you would like to discuss your dream cooker over the phone, call Marlin toll-free at (877) 602-1568 to get some good, friendly advice. Or if you're close by, come visit our display lot in Pikeville, Tennessee to check out these fine barbeques! We offer a 30-day money back guarantee on all our Meadow Creek barbeque equipment (except the Ultimate Caterers—sorry, too much risk). Please realize that we (Yoder’s Smoky Mountain Barbecue) are a dealer for Meadow Creek. This promise applies only if you buy from us. If for any reason you are not happy with your unit, you may return the cooker to us within 30 days of the delivery or pickup date, and we will refund the purchase price minus the shipping and handling. You are responsible to pay the return shipping.
What did you think of the videos? Meadow Creek makes some amazing smokers, pig roasters, chicken cookers, and grills. All this equipment is made in the Amish Community of Lancaster County, PA. The talented craftsmen at Meadow Creek hand-make each unit. They seriously go the extra mile to make sure you’re smoked pink. What really puts the sauce on the brisket is all the revolutionary features and options that make barbecue fun and easy, and even a money-machine, if BBQ is your business.
Integrity: Meadow Creek cookers are made in a culture of Godly ethics—honesty, diligence, and fairness. Whether it’s a Shoo-fly pie or a barbecue smoker, you will be treated right.
Stainless Steel Grates: Every Meadow Creek barbecue cooker comes standard with non-rusting stainless steel grates. This eliminates the hassle of scrubbing rust and the danger of possible rust contamination on your meat.
Struggling to choose the right cooker for your needs? Check out our Meadow Creek cooker comparison charts. If you would like to discuss your dream cooker over the phone, call Marlin toll-free at (877) 602-1568 to get some good, friendly advice. Or if you're close by, come visit our display lot in Pikeville, Tennessee to check out these fine barbeques! We offer a 30-day money back guarantee on all our Meadow Creek barbeque equipment (except the Ultimate Caterers?sorry, too much risk). Please realize that we (Yoder?s Smoky Mountain Barbecue) are a dealer for Meadow Creek. This promise applies only if you buy from us. If for any reason you are not happy with your unit, you may return the cooker to us within 30 days of the delivery or pickup date, and we will refund the purchase price minus the shipping and handling. You are responsible to pay the return shipping.
What did you think of the videos? Meadow Creek makes some amazing smokers, pig roasters, chicken cookers, and grills. All this equipment is made in the Amish Community of Lancaster County, PA. The talented craftsmen at Meadow Creek hand-make each unit. They seriously go the extra mile to make sure you?re smoked pink. What really puts the sauce on the brisket is all the revolutionary features and options that make barbecue fun and easy, and even a money-machine, if BBQ is your business.
Integrity: Meadow Creek cookers are made in a culture of Godly ethics?honesty, diligence, and fairness. Whether it?s a Shoo-fly pie or a barbecue smoker, you will be treated right.
Stainless Steel Grates: Every Meadow Creek barbecue cooker comes standard with non-rusting stainless steel grates. This eliminates the hassle of scrubbing rust and the danger of possible rust contamination on your meat.