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Key Features
- The simple grease drain management system draws all of your excess liquids into a bucket underneath
- EZ-Fold legs fold up and let you wheel the grill onto your tailgate for game day
- Features a Keep Warm Mode that ensures the food will still be hot coming off the grill
- Large capacity hopper allows you to hold up to 8 lbs of pellets at once
Traeger Tailgater: Convenient, Compact, and Full of Flavor
The Tailgater by Traeger offers the convenience and rich flavor of a wood burning pellet grill in a more compact size. With a smaller footprint and legs that fold flat, the Tailgater black 20-inch pellet grill is perfect for apartment balconies, tailgating, or anywhere else you want to bring the wood-fired flavor.
Designed for Portability, Built to Last
This grill is constructed of a powder coated steel and boasts 19,500 BTUs of cooking power. The 300 square inches of porcelain coated grilling surface produces excellent sear marks, while being easy to clean. Features EZ-Fold legs that offer maximum portability, letting you quickly place the grill in the bed of your truck, the back of your SUV, or the trunk of your car and be on your way.
Low and Slow or Searing Hot: This Traeger Does It All
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 Arc 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 in 5-degree increments. Keep Warm Mode maintins the hot temperature of the food for when it comes off the grill.
Easy to Start, Safe to Use
Traeger grills feature an auto-start system that is simple and safe to use. The natural airflow inside of the grill allows for convection cooking, so you can bake a pizza right on your grill or slow smoke a large brisket. Turning and flipping different kinds of meat will be necessary at high temperatures.
Efficient Pellet Consumption
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.
Traeger Tailgater FAQ
Can you smoke with a Traeger Tailgater?
Yes, indeed! The Tailgater can maintain temperatures as low as 180 degrees, so low-and-slow is no problem.
Can you fit a brisket on a Tailgater?
The cooking grid dimensions are 20-in x 15-in, so all but the largest briskets should fit with no problem. Note that you do need to keep an inch or two free on each side to allow for air circulation.
Can you cook a steak on a Traeger Tailgater?
The Tailgater can cook as hot as 450 degrees, which is the sweet spot for grilling and searing a steak, so yes!
Does the Tailgater have WiFi?
The Tailgater doesn't have WiFi. It's meant for portable use, where there often isn't available WiFi. We recommend using a wireless Bluetooth meat thermometer if you feel the need to wander while your cook is ongoing.
Is the Traeger Tailgater electric?
The Tailgater does require a standard 120 volt AC current and has a 3-prong plug.
How long can you cook on a Tailgater without reloading the pellets?
The hopper has an 8 lb. capacity, so you should be able to go for 4 hours on high heat, 8 hours on medium heat, and about 16 hours when smoking.
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120 reviews
Idaho
May 31, 2020
When I contacted their customer support, it was 40+ minutes of the agent searching online for an updated manual for the 2020 model of the Tailgater, as he and his colleagues only had access to the older models. The grill will not reach a temperature above 257 without falling 15-20 degrees and then starting the smoke process over again, only to drop into the 230s again. Additionally, the grill has never successfully run the Controller Shutdown Cycle, so there is that as well. Traeger is sending a replacement control panel, and I was told I should have it in 14 days; I've owned the grill for 7 and have been unable to use it at all. Had some friends over for brisket, and we ordered pizza instead. Pretty bummed...
11 of 12 found this review helpful
Utah
May 18, 2020
I love my tailgater size grilled. I use it every weekend for meal prepping. Also smoked a pork butt for 10 hours on it and it was amazing! With the smaller sized hopper you do have to watch how many pellets you are using. It works perfect for my small apartment balcony. It easily feeds four. It's lightweight and portable, but still feels very durable. Would recommend to anyone looking for a small grill.
2 users found this review helpful
Nampa, ID
May 18, 2020
This smoker/grill is exactly what I was looking for. It's the right size for one person, and the portability is perfect. I can run this off my Goal Zero Yeti 400 Lithium Ion battery and my Boulder 100 solar panels and get more from the sun than the Traeger draws at 250 degrees. Everything I have cooked has been delicious. Ribs, pork roast, salmon, and whole chickens have come out great. Additionally, the digital arc controller works great and the included meat thermometer has been accurate and dependable. I am very happy with this purchase and hope this smoker/grill lasts me for a long time!
3 users found this review helpful
WY
Apr 26, 2020
I use my Traeger 2 to 3 days a week and every weekend: rain, snow or shine... Even in Sub-Zero temps. I have had only 1 flame-out in those 5 years (1st time used it, didn't let it preheat long enough). I'd buy another if this one ever dies after rebuilding the replaceable parts that wear out a few times.
2 users found this review helpful
North Dakota
Apr 24, 2020
I bought this grill because I was tired of fighting charcoal and wanted good smokey flavor. I've been experimenting with it and plan on purchasing a larger grill for the deck and this one becoming my shop and lake grill.
5 users found this review helpful
Oregon
Apr 22, 2020
I bought this and tried to fire up. Heat rod and fan won't turn on. Bummed beyond belief :( Wasted my stimulus cash
6 of 21 found this review helpful
undisclosed
Apr 12, 2020
My wife and I have been married for 30 years and this is that best grill we have ever owned. Its easy to use and easy to clean. Only cooking for two this is the perfect size plus we can take it with us if we need to. Love it !
3 users found this review helpful
Lena louisiana
Apr 1, 2020
I got one of the first to come out been for years in Louisiana ,Colorado just about every weekend and more the it just play out about two months ago just waiting for sure going to buy another so please with my I bought my daughter one 8 years ago still going strong
3 users found this review helpful
Chewelah, Washington
Mar 31, 2020
My wife bought me a Traeger for my birthday and what a gift! Smart lady, I use my grill every chance I get. Spectacular results for delicious food that we get to share often. I would recommend this grill to anyone
2 users found this review helpful
Mount Olive NC
Feb 17, 2020
Bought this grill in 2016 when a lot of people didnt even know what a pellet grill was. I use this grill 5 days a week to cook for four people at work. I have replaced the drip pan once because it was rusted through, replaced the grate because I lost it somehow and the controller because it got wet from rain when I didnt have it covered up and thats it.
8 of 11 found this review helpful
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Size | Small (0 - 26") | Small (0 - 26") | Small (0 - 26") | Small (0 - 26") |
Primary Color | Black | Black | Black | Gray |
Made In USA | No | No | No | No |
Configuration | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable |
Exterior Material | Powder Coated Steel | Powder Coated Steel | Powder Coated Steel | Powder Coated Steel |
Burger Count | 12 | 9 | 6 | 9 |
Fuel Type | Pellets | Pellets | Pellets | Pellets |
Collection | Portable | Prime 2.0 | Portable | Emberwood |
Hopper Capacity | 8 Pounds | 9 Pounds | 8 Pounds | 8 Pounds |
Quick Ship | Yes | No | -- | Yes |
Total Cooking Capacity | 300 Sq. Inches | 344 Sq. Inches | 184 Sq. Inches | 282 Sq. Inches |
Controller Type | Digital | SmartPhone App | Digital | Analog |
Max Temperature | 450 F | 550 F | 450 F | 500 F |
Cart Assembly | Some Assembly Required | Some Assembly Required | -- | -- |
Side Shelves | No | No | No | No |
WiFi/Bluetooth Enabled | None | WiFi & Bluetooth | None | None |
Cooking Grid Dimensions | 20 X 15" | 17 3/4 X 12 4/5" | 15 X 12" | 14 4/5 X 15" |
Side Burner | None | None | None | -- |
Grill Lights | None | None | None | None |
Spring Assisted Hood | No | No | No | No |
On Wheels | Yes | No | No | No |
Series | Tailgater | Trek | Ranger | 15" |
Cooking Grate Material | Porcelain Coated Steel | Stainless Steel | Porcelain Coated Steel | Cast Aluminum |
Commercial-Grade Multi-User | No | No | No | No |
Marine Grade | No | No | No | No |
Width | 37" | 34.25" | 21" | 26.7" |
Height | 36" | 24" | 13" | 15.7" |
Depth | 18" | 18" | 20" | 22.7" |
Weight | 60 lbs | 64 lbs | 60 lbs | 47 lbs |
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