ID # 2929840Model # TFB42LZB

Traeger Lil Tex Elite 22-Inch Wood Pellet Grill - TFB42LZB

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Key Features

Digital Elite controller keeps the preset temperature within +/- 20 degrees Fahrenheit for reliable cooking
  • E-Z drain grease management system draws all of your excess liquids into a bucket on the side
  • Versatile grill allows you to smoke, grill, bake, roast or braise for multiple cooking options
  • Large capacity hopper allows you to hold up to 18 lbs of pellets at once
The Elite series by Traeger combines the rich, full flavor of wood-fired cooking with modern precision. The Lil Tex Elite 22 pellet grill is constructed of powder coated steel, and boasts 20,000 BTUs of cooking power. The 418 square inches (22 X 19) of porcelain coated grilling surface produce excellent sear marks, while being easy to clean. The versatility of this pellet grill allows you to smoke at temperatures as low as 180 degrees and then crank it up to 450 degrees to sear to perfection. The Digital Elite controller displays the temperature inside the grill on the bright orange LED panel and is monitored by a resistance temperature detector probe which keeps the preset temperature within 20 degrees. The natural airflow inside of the grill allows for convection cooking, so you can bake a pizza right on your grill and do not have to turn your meat, unless cooking with high temperatures or if you want even grill marks. Traeger grills feature an auto-start system that is simple and safe to use. When you turn on the grill, the auger begins to feed pellets into the firepot while the draft induction fan feeds air into it. The igniter rod is activated and glows red hot for the first four minutes to ignite the pellets in the firepot. These cost-effective pellets burn at a rate of only 2 lbs per hour on high heat, 1 lb per hour on medium heat and only 1/2 lb per hour when smoking. This energy efficient grill runs off of a standard 110 volt outlet.

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Traeger warrants their pellet grills to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.

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Customer Reviews

Unhappy

Texas

Feb 18, 2020

Do not buy!

Stops working mid cook with no error code. Every part to include the entire hopper has been changed with the same result. This grill has ruined many meals!

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David

San Diego, CA

Nov 23, 2017

So dissappointed

I was so excited when I bought this traeger grill but I am very disappointed. It has never worked correctly since the beginning and I wish I had spent the money on anything but this Traeger. I have called several times, once talked to a girl for almost an hour, she was supposed to email me and I never heard from her. Then several other calls and of course the same walk through on the grill. They sent me new sensor, that didn't solve the problem. Next they sent me new control and switch and still not working correctly. This is the least reliable grill of any kind I have ever used. I like another reviewer am shocked at the great reviews. And if like they suggested I maybe got a lemon the Company "Traeger" should have stood by their product and replaced the entire grill. Temperature swings, turning off on it's own. Never consistent in temperature and smoke. Just so disappointed. I have gone back to my charcoal weber!

2 users found this review helpful

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Brian

Glenside, PA

Aug 12, 2017

Love this producr

I have been grilling and smoking meat for years. In most recent years I have solely used natural charcoal (I haven't use gas in over 10 years), but maintaining the right temperature has always been time consuming and difficult. Just got my Trager and I am 4 hours into and 8 hour smoking 2 racks of ribs. It much easier to cook with my Traeger and so far the quality is just as good as when I slaved hour my old smoker for hours. The Traegar was also very easy to assemble. I have read complaints about quality, I haven't had any - worked great right out of the box. I also read about issues with temperature control. It should be noted that this is not a oven or gas grill, so the temperatures will fluctuate a bit - that grilling and smoking.

5 users found this review helpful

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Not a Traeger Fan

Dallas, TX

Jun 25, 2017

Buy Another Brand!

Don't buy this grill! I tried to smoke a brisket at the 225 setting. The temperature ranged from 160 to over 270. I also got a LEr error twice. I cleaned out the firepot as directed but it didn't help. I got this a a gift but wished my fiancé didn't spend so much on a defective grill.

4 users found this review helpful

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DD

Central Oregon

Nov 21, 2016

comes with a learning curve but worth it!!

by understanding its limits, part of the learning curve, you will enjoy this BBQ. I don't smoke my fish in it, some do but I like a cold smoker for that. This is my way of getting that wood smoked brisket or whole chicken. Ribs to die for!! Gas grills are good for steaks but leave it to the traeger for the big cuts. Leaves a smoke ring that will rival any BBQ. I have had mine for 8 years and have had to replace the hot rod three times, the digital thermostat once. I am not complaining at all.

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Clifford Green

Lyman S.C.

Sep 5, 2016

Not so hot

This is by far the least reliable grill of any kind I have ever used. I do not understand the glowing reviews these grills get. Mine has a mind of its own. When set to smoke the temp swings almost 100 degrees. Have spent hours on phone with customer service only to have the same issues after wasting lots of pellets. Changing the "P" setting causes it to go out.. Bottom line, this grill sucks!!!!

5 users found this review helpful

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Steve Walker

undisclosed

Jun 21, 2016

the source of this review is from Traeger Service - BV
Best Smoker I ever had

I have owned many smokers over the years. Bought my Lil Tex in 2012. My upgrades were a fold down shelf and an Ortech T100 digital controller. By far the best smoker I have ever owned. People complain about burn outs etc. Then you find out it is almost always operator error. In four years I have never had this problem. I clean mine out ever other smoke session or so and it keeps on making us happy. Thank you Traeger!!!

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Kristopher hay

undisclosed

Jun 9, 2016

the source of this review is from Traeger Service - BV
Best grill Ive owned

I purchased my Traeger a few months ago after deciding never again would I wasted good money on another propane grill. Honestly one of the best investments Ive ever made for my home. My very first cook was a couple of New York strips and while not really knowing what to expect my steaks turned out pretty dang good considering they were a tad bit overdone for what I like. Since then I have perfected my cooking times with the steaks and every time theyre consistent. Steaks are a breeze now no flare ups no crispy edges and always cooked perfectly. Ive never been able to smoke a brisket to see my life its always been undercooked overlooked and either way like chewing a Goodyear. I even tried an electric smoker and still after severalattempts couldnt get it right. So with some hesitation I tried my first brisket two weeks ago on my Traeger and not only was it good it was one of the best Ive ever had. I thought that perhaps it was beginners luck so I did another this past weekend and again it was cooked perfectly and was awesome. Believe me if I can successfully smoke two briskets in a row and get the same great results both times anyone can become a backyard chef! Absolutely a great product. My only regret is that I didnt spend the extra couple hundred and get the big boy.

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JJ Williamson

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Apr 26, 2016

the source of this review is from Traeger Service - BV
Grillin like a PRO

This thing is a game changer when it comes to grilling space ease of us and FOOD TASTE!! I would recommend this grill to anyone!Don't forget to get the chrome bottle opener attachment looks slick and can be used as a hook and of course opening up your brews as you cook for friends and family!

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Cole

undisclosed

Apr 1, 2016

the source of this review is from Traeger Service - BV
Nice grill when it works

I have owned grill for less then a year there's no doubt it's a grilling /smoking machine. It has let me down on four occasions since new. Every component has failed but the hot rod some twice. Happy with it when it works. Service team is great so far. Call them don't email! I'm just concerned when the warranty is up I'm Gona need a part time job to buy parts for it or scrap it!

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Hi, Melissa. On this grill, you could cook 2 turkeys at once, but they should be on the smaller side in order to fit and cook properly. If you're referring to the Traeger Tailgater Portable Grill, then you can only fit 1 turkey at a time. Here's the Traeger Tailgater: https://www.bbqguys.com/traeger/tailgater-pellet-grill-on-cart-blue

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Max Temperature

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Width

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Height

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Depth

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Weight

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