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Built for serious outdoor cooking, the recteq Backyard Beast RT-1200 is a premium wood pellet grill and smoker designed to provide expansive cooking capacity, precise temperature control, and dependable stainless steel construction.
With 1,220 square inches of cooking area, the Backyard Beast 1200 provides ample space for family meals, large gatherings, and entertaining. Its broad 180°F to 700°F temperature range allows you to smoke, grill, sear, bake, and dehydrate while enjoying the distinctive flavor of wood-fired cooking.
At the heart of the RT-1200 is a rock-solid PID temperature control algorithm designed to maintain temperatures within 5°F, helping provide consistent cooking performance and repeatable results.
Constructed from premium stainless steel inside and out, the Backyard Beast 1200 is engineered for durability and extended outdoor use.
*Temperature-control performance is based on the supplied product specifications.
Recteq Backyard Beast Pellet Grills
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Key Features
Expansive 1,220 Sq. In. Cooking Area
The Backyard Beast 1200 provides 1,220 square inches of cooking space, making it well suited for family meals, large batches, parties, and outdoor entertaining.Wide 180°F–700°F Temperature Range
The RT-1200 offers an extensive cooking range from 180°F to 700°F, providing the flexibility needed for low-and-slow smoking as well as high-temperature grilling and searing.30 Hours of Non-Stop Cooking
According to the supplied specifications, the Backyard Beast 1200 is capable of up to 30 hours of continuous cooking, making it suitable for extended smoking sessions and long-duration recipes.Precise PID Temperature Control
The integrated PID algorithm is designed to maintain consistent temperatures within 5°F, helping provide reliable heat management and more repeatable cooking results.Premium Stainless Steel Construction
The grill features premium stainless steel construction inside and out, providing a durable cooking system designed for extended service.Versatile Wood-Fired Cooking
The RT-1200 combines multiple cooking methods in one pellet grill and smoker, allowing you to:- Smoke
- Grill
- Sear
- Bake
- Dehydrate
Cooking Capabilities
Smoking
The low-temperature range is designed for extended smoking sessions, allowing foods to cook slowly while absorbing wood-fired flavor.Grilling
The broad temperature range provides flexibility for everyday grilling of meats, vegetables, and other outdoor favorites.High-Temperature Searing
With temperatures reaching up to 700°F, the RT-1200 provides the high-heat capability needed for searing and finishing foods.Baking
The controlled cooking environment can be used for baking a variety of foods, expanding the grill's capabilities beyond traditional barbecue.Dehydrating
The Backyard Beast 1200 also supports dehydration for foods such as jerky, dried fruits, and other recipes requiring controlled low-temperature cooking.Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | recteq |
| Model | RT-1200 |
| Model Name | RT 1200 Backyard Beast |
| Product Type | Wood Pellet Grill & Smoker |
| Power Source | Fuel Powered |
| Fuel Type | Wood Pellet |
| Cooking Area | 1,220 sq. in. |
| Cooking Temperature Range | 180°F–700°F |
| Extended Cooking Time | Up to 30 Hours |
| Temperature Control | PID Algorithm |
| Temperature Accuracy | Within 5°F* |
| Outer Material | Stainless Steel |
| Inner Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | Stainless Steel |
| Item Weight | 230 lb. |
| Manufacturer | recteq |
| UPC | 810179690229 |
Durable Construction
The Backyard Beast 1200 is constructed with premium stainless steel, including stainless steel for both the outer and inner construction. This durable design is intended to withstand regular outdoor cooking use while providing long-term service.Wood Pellet Cooking
The RT-1200 uses wood pellets as its fuel source, providing the convenience of pellet-fired temperature control while adding wood-fired flavor to food. The combination of pellet fuel, PID temperature management, and a broad cooking range makes the Backyard Beast suitable for both low-temperature smoking and high-temperature grilling.Ideal Applications
The recteq Backyard Beast 1200 is ideal for:- Backyard grilling
- Family meals
- Large gatherings
- Outdoor entertaining
- Low-and-slow smoking
- High-temperature searing
- Grilling
- Baking
- Food dehydration
- Jerky
- Long-duration cooking
- Wood-fired barbecue