The Vortex Fire Basket.  Used by professionals to help optimize top notch taste and consistency.  

 Includes:

• Circular charcoal basket.  Holds more than enough charcoal for an extended burn time.  The circular design helps ensure a even charcoal burn.
• Welded grate.  Bottom grate keeps the charcoal elevated for proper air flow.
• Welded leg supports.  Another way to optimize air flow (proper air flow is a huge thing) and holds the ash pan. 
• Ash pan.  Removable pan to reduce mess and speed cleanup.  
• Curved lift handle.  Metal handle makes moving a breeze.  
• Vortex plate.  Heat deflector causes the air to "spin" which helps minimize hot spots and improves flavor and consistency. 
• All steel construction.  Sturdy steel construction means years of service even for competition smokers.  
• Shipping included (lower 48 states). A big relief, no extra cost when checking out.

Fits in metal 55 & 85 gallon barrels and into 22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain smokers.

Question:  How does the vortex basket work?

Answer:  Air is forced upwards from the center air intake (controlled by the foot operated air intake lever) into the hot charcoal.  The hot air is then forced through the vortex plate at the correct angles causing the air inside the smoker to spin.  The spinning air helps maintain a consistent temperature throughout the smoker.  The vortex plate also acts as a heat deflector which helps reduce burned meat.

Question: Is the vortex basket assembled?

Answer: Yes, the vortex basket is fully assembled. Simply pull it out of the box and season it by spraying or rubbing cooking oil on the metal then put some charcoal in the basket and light the charcoal.  Place the vortex basket inside the smoker and bring the temperature to 275 degrees for two hours. 

Question: Will the vortex basket work with "other" brands of drum smokers?

Answer: We have many, many customers who throw away their old stock charcoal basket and replace it with the vortex basket and have excellent results.  It's all about the vortex difference.     

See what a customer has to say about using the Vortex Fire Basket in his drum smoker http://www.bbq-brethren.com/forum/showthread.php?t=206594

Patented.

Does not include outside heat deflector. We do our best to ship quickly. If you have any questions please give us a call at (573) 443-6117.

Weighs 17 pounds.

With the heavy duty grate and the Hunsaker adjustable grate system you can cook on 5 different levels while moving the grates with ease. The adjustable grate system can be riveted or welded into place.  

All Hunsaker Vortex Smokers come standard with adjustable grate system.

Patent pending.

Weighs 7 pounds.

Floating Hinge for 55 gallon drums. It's a hinge, smokestack, and dial thermometer holder all in one!

Vortex Fire Basket for 18" and 22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain 

Includes:

• Charcoal basket
• Ash pan
• Lift handle
• Vortex plate
• Free shipping

Our revolutionary Vortex Firebasket now for your 18" and  22.5" Weber Smokey Mountain.  Maintain a constant temperature, reduce amount of charcoal used, reduces "hot spots" by circulating air, and eliminates the need for a water pan.  Don't just take our word on how effective the Vortex Firebasket is. See what some of our customers are saying at http://tvwbb.com/showthread.php?58532-Hunsaker-Smokers-Vortex-firebasket-in-the-22-quot-WSM-Hot-n-Fast-in-a-Flash!

See what Harry Soo (Pitmasters, FoodNetwork, Chopped) has this to say about the vortex http://www.slapyodaddybbq.com/2016/08/product-review-hunsaker-vortex-charcoal-basket-for-wsm-22/

Patented.

Does not include Weber Smokey Mountain Smoker or Charcoal. We do our best to ship quickly. If you have any questions please give us a call at (573) 443-6117.