PK Grills - Aaron Franklin Edition

The Iconic Collab from BBQ Heaven

The PK300AF Portable Charcoal Smoker Grill is a special edition created in collaboration with BBQ master Aaron Franklin. When he praised the original PK300, we invited him to make it even better. As a result, the PK300 Aaron Franklin Signature Edition delivers refined performance and thoughtful upgrades inspired by Franklin himself.

He added a belly bar (for holding your beer of course), a second collapsible shelf, and some speed racks (because the man knows how to cook for the masses). Moreover, he hot-rodded it out with his signature Franklin teal and black.

When Aaron and Stacy Franklin opened up a small barbecue trailer in Austin, Texas in 2009, they had no idea what they had gotten themselves into. Since then, Franklin Barbecue has grown to legendary, bucket list status, and become the most sought after smoked meat in the land.

As a self-proclaimed tinkerer—known to obsess over the precise details of heat efficiency and cooking functionality — Aaron has found multiple ways to share his passion and knowledge of the smoked arts beyond his famed restaurant, including books, online tutorials, sauces, spices, and backyard pits (like the one pictured).

And now, for the first time ever, a partnership and custom grill! Aaron discovered the Original PK grill way back in the day, and fell in love with its design and performance. Over the years, Aaron’s constant engagement with Original PK led to a friendship with the folks behind the brand. Thus, a hot-rodded PK was born, resulting in this Special Edition PK+Franklin Grill. Let the magic begin.

Built To Cook

• A capable grill and smoker
• Excels at low/slow AND hot/fast cooks
• Proprietary shape ideal for 2-zone cooking
• Cast aluminum = even heat
• Hinged cooking grid for easy coal management
• Ash containment

Built To Last

• Rustproof aluminum capsule
• 20-year warranty
• Lugged cart construction
• Durabilium™ lid handle
• Cast-in Durahinge™ won't rust or break
• Real rubber wheel with aluminum rim

What's New

• Radial top vents and bottom vents with easy access control levers
• Improved Dura-hinge™ for more precise open and close
• Improved cast aluminum capsule with precise lid seal
• Interior ash control system contains ash and pre-heats air entering the capsule for a more efficient burn
• Large, ergonomic Durabilium™ lid handle
• Custom cast-aluminum wheels with rubber tires
• More shelf space. You get two big, roomy cast aluminum shelves for all your meat, prep, mise en place or or just a place to set your cocktail. The best part, they lock the capsule in place when deployed and then fold down when not in use*
• Side shelf has built-in tow handle
• Belly bar to hang towels and tools*
• Speed rack to keep sheet pans and ingredients handy*
• Custom color

AF Exclusive Features

PK300AF Portable Charcoal Smoker Grill Construction Eliminates Hot Spots

Unlike other grills, the PK300 cook chamber is constructed entirely from aluminum. Aluminum conducts heat 4x more efficiently than steel, which means heat is dispersed evenly throughout the capsule. Say goodbye to expensive mistakes and hello to evenly cooked meats and veggies.

PK300AF's Construction Is Rust-Proof

Your PK will be with you through decades of sunshine, rain, sleet, snow, humidity, disco music, you name it. PK grills produced before the moon landing are still cooking strong to this day, so buying a rust-proof aluminum PK saves you dollars in the long run.

PK300AF In Action

Features:

• PORTABLE BBQ GRILL AND SMOKER – The New Original PK grills charcoal grill with smoker combo is upgraded with retro architecture. Excels at both hot and fast (barbecue grilling) or low and slow cooking (smoking).
• FOUR POINT VENTING SYSTEM – The proprietary shape of this portable charcoal grill is ideal for 2-zone cooking. Easy to set up with a unique capsule shape combined with 4-point venting, for real no-nonsense barbecue.

4 Point Venting

Our patented venting shape for exceptional Two-Zone grilling. Enjoy superior direct high heat cooking and indirect low & slow cooking!

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• TWO ZONE HEATING – Zone 1 features direct heating for fast, sizzling char-grill. Zone 2 cooks food with indirect heat, is great for smoking, and slow cooked meats. Enjoy seared meat, burgers, brisket, pork ribs, steak, and more on this bbq smoker.
• CAST ALUMINUM CAPSULE – Superior, rust-proof, thick cast aluminum bbq grill distributes heat evenly and 4x faster than steel grills. Heat is dispersed evenly eliminating hot spots, giving you the perfect cook every time.
• PORTABLE OUTDOOR GRILL – Charcoal bbq grill detaches from its stand (riser) for independent use, easy to transport, sits on tabletops or other surfaces. This portable barbecue grill can be used as a backyard grill, camping grill, tailgate grill, travel grill, camp grill, and more

Specifications:

• Materials: Rust-proof cast aluminum top and bottom. Aluminum cart with stainless steel hardware. Nickel plated steel cooking grid and steel charcoal grate. Stainless Steel cooking grid and charcoal grate available for purchase separately.
• Power Source: ‎Charcoal
• Color: ‎Teal
• External height from ground: 37.35 "
• External width including cart: 57.3"
• External depth: 21.2"
• Cooking surface dimensions / Total grilling area (W x D): 22.35" x 14.13"
• Product Weight: 60 lbs.