Big Green Egg Large Capacity
Big Green Egg Large: 262 sq in fits 9 burgers per batch and feeds up to 18 guests burgers within 45 minutes.
Specs from the maker
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Kamado |
| Cooking area | 262 sq in (main grate) |
| Fuel | charcoal |
| Source | maker spec page |
A round grate of 262 sq in is about 18.3 inches across, so a single chimney of charcoal covers half of it for a two-zone fire. It is 12 sq in larger than the Kamado Joe Classic Joe III 18" (250 sq in), which fits 9 burgers per batch against 9 here, so for a 18-guest party the two cook the same number of batches.
How long it takes for your party
| Party | Burgers | Burgers + hot dogs | Chicken pieces |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 guests | 30 min, 3 batches | 28 min, 3 batches | 70 min, 2 batches âš |
| 20 guests | 50 min, 5 batches âš | 38 min, 4 batches | 140 min, 4 batches âš |
| 30 guests | 70 min, 7 batches âš | 48 min, 5 batches âš | 210 min, 6 batches âš |
| 40 guests | 90 min, 9 batches âš | 76 min, 8 batches âš | 280 min, 8 batches âš |
| 50 guests | 120 min, 12 batches âš | 86 min, 9 batches âš | 350 min, 10 batches âš |
âš means longer than a 45-minute serving window. Largest party in one window: 18 guests for burgers, 22 for burgers and hot dogs, 5 for chicken.
Fuel for 40 guests of burgers: about 11 lb of charcoal (2 chimney loads, about an hour of grilling each).
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Similar size
| Model | Area (sq in) | Burgers per batch |
|---|---|---|
| Kamado Joe Classic Joe III 18" | 250 | 9 |
| Weber Original Kettle 18" | 240 | 9 |
| Big Green Egg Medium | 177 | 6 |
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FAQ
How many burgers fit on a Big Green Egg Large?
About 9 quarter-pound patties per batch, with room to flip. That is 29 hot dogs or 8 bone-in chicken pieces.
How many people can a Big Green Egg Large feed?
Up to 18 guests of burgers or 5 guests of chicken within a 45-minute serving window. Larger parties need more batches, a second grill or a longer window.
How big is the Big Green Egg Large?
262 sq in of cooking area on the main grate.
How long to grill burgers for 40 people on a Big Green Egg Large?
About 90 minutes in 9 batches of 9.