Key Features
- Traditional round kamado shape in premium-grade ceramic
- All-In-One package: cradle with locking casters, fold-down side tables, ash tool and grate lifter
- 280 sq. in. cooking area
- Grills, smokes, roasts and bakes from 151°F to over 850°F on natural lump charcoal
- 5-position aluminum top damper with a rain hood and 5-position lower air slider
- Easy-lift hinge that cuts the force needed to open the lid by 70%
- Made in the USA (Poplar Bluff, Missouri); lifetime warranty on the ceramics
Overview
The Primo Round is the traditional round kamado shape, in the standard 18.5-inch size. Primo says it is the only ceramic kamado made in the USA, built in Poplar Bluff, Missouri. Its premium-grade ceramic holds heat and moisture, so one grill works as a grill, a smoker and an outdoor oven.
This listing (PGCRC) is the All-In-One package, which arrives assembled with a cradle on locking casters, fold-down side tables, an ash tool and a grate lifter. Add lump charcoal and it is ready to cook.
Cooking on the Round
The round shape works like a classic kamado: direct heat over the charcoal for searing, or a heat deflector for indirect smoking and baking. Primo positions the 18.5-inch Round as a direct replacement for an existing round kamado setup.
Size and setup
Cooking grid: 18 1/2 in diameter. The grill head weighs about 200 lbs and measures 21 1/2 in W x 21 1/2 in D x 29 3/4 in H (lid closed). Leave 10 in. behind the grill so the lid opens fully and at least 2 in. around its outer surface. Primo publishes built-in cut-out templates in the spec sheet for island installations. Capacity: about 4 whole chickens, a whole turkey or 4 racks of ribs at once.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a stand included?
Yes. The All-In-One package includes the cradle on locking casters and fold-down side tables.
What fuel does it use?
Natural lump charcoal. Primo recommends 100% natural lump charcoal.
How hot does it get?
From about 151°F for smoking up to over 850°F for searing and pizza.
Specifications
| Brand |
Primo |
| Model |
PGCRC |
| Type |
Ceramic kamado charcoal grill, All-In-One package |
| Shape |
Round |
| Cooking area |
280 sq. in. |
| Cooking grid |
18 1/2 in diameter, reversible |
| Temperature range |
151°F to 850°F+ |
| Grill weight |
200 lbs |
| Grill head dimensions |
21 1/2 in W x 21 1/2 in D x 29 3/4 in H (lid closed) |
| Clearance |
10 in. behind, 2 in. around |
| Made in |
USA (Poplar Bluff, Missouri) |
| Included |
Cradle with locking casters, fold-down side tables, ash tool, grate lifter |
Documentation/Downloads
Warranty
Primo warranty for the original purchaser: limited lifetime on all ceramic parts; 5 years against rust-through on metal parts (except cast iron); 1 year on cast-iron parts; 30 days on felt gaskets, thermometers and other parts. Warranty is handled through Primo; full terms are in the manual. Questions? Call us at (307) 336-7872.
Legal disclaimers and warnings
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Use and install according to the manufacturer's instructions. Product images may show optional accessories that are sold separately.
