
Maker states: shipped "from the manufacturer in Paxton, IL"
- BaseLevel, non-combustible ground or a pad, clear of the house and branches
- Body
- 10 gauge (.1345 in) steel, 1500 degree powder coat
- Cooking grate
- 3/8 in solid stainless, 29 x 17 in
- Coal grate
- 3/8 in solid steel
Will it work at your place?
The questions that decide whether this goes smoothly: power, base, space, delivery and permits. Answered here, before you order.
Read: Wood vs gas vs smokeless fire pit- Foundation or base
- Assembly labor, unless the maker offers it
What happens after you order.
- STEP 1PlanWe confirm power, base and access with you before you order.
- STEP 2OrderYou order directly from Engelbrecht Grills on their site, and pay them.
- STEP 3ShipsEngelbrecht Grills ships to your address in the contiguous US.
- STEP 4AssembleSet it on the prepared base, following the maker's manual.
- STEP 5Light the first fireCheck local burn rules and clearances, then enjoy the first evening.
Specifications
| Body | 10 gauge (.1345 in) steel, 1500 degree powder coat |
|---|---|
| Cooking grate | 3/8 in solid stainless, 29 x 17 in |
| Coal grate | 3/8 in solid steel |
| Lift | Handwheel with 2000 lb stainless aircraft cable |
| Firebox | Offset firebox for low and slow cooking |
| Wheels | Cast aluminum |
From Engelbrecht Grills's published product page. Confirm against the current spec sheet before you build a pad or pull wire. Maker's product page
About this fire pit
The Gen V 1000 Series Original Braten is the wood fired grill Engelbrecht is known for, with a handwheel that raises and lowers the stainless grate over a whole log fire. It sells for $2,975 at the maker.
The 10 gauge steel body and 3/8 inch solid steel coal grates are built for wood fires that push the grates past 1000 degrees, and the offset firebox handles low and slow smoking. It accepts Engelbrecht's Argentine insert and rotisserie.
- $2,975 at the maker
- Handwheel grate lift
- Offset firebox
- Built for whole logs
Questions people ask before buying
What add-ons fit it?
Engelbrecht's Argentine Grill Insert, 1000 Series Rotisserie Insert, firebox insert and grill cover all fit the 1000 Series.
Can it burn whole logs?
Yes. Engelbrecht sizes its Braten and Parrilla grills for whole log fires, and the grate lowers close to the coals for charcoal grilling too.
Where are Engelbrecht grills made?
Engelbrecht calls itself an American made wood fired grill company and ships from its manufacturing site in Paxton, Illinois. We quote the maker's wording and show no Made in USA badge.
Can I order it through Brevley & Sons?
Not directly yet. Use the maker link for current pricing and lead time, or ask us about sizing, fuel and placement.
Who do I order from, and who handles warranty?
You order directly from Engelbrecht Grills, and warranty claims go to Engelbrecht Grills. We help you plan before you order and are here if questions come up after.
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