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product_id: 3481063
title: "Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, 18-Inch, Black – Classic Outdoor BBQ Grill with One‑Touch™ Cleaning System & Precise Temperature Control Dampers"
brand: "weber"
price: "VT142797"
currency: VUV
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 11
category: "Weber"
url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3481063-original-kettle-charcoal-grill-18-inch-black-classic-outdoor-bbq
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# 15,000 BTU heat power One-Touch ash cleanup system Porcelain-enameled steel for rust resistance Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, 18-Inch, Black – Classic Outdoor BBQ Grill with One‑Touch™ Cleaning System & Precise Temperature Control Dampers
**Brand:** weber
**Price:** VT142797
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock
## Summary
> 🔥 Elevate your outdoor cooking game with the iconic Weber Original Kettle!
## Quick Answers
- **What is this?** Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, 18-Inch, Black – Classic Outdoor BBQ Grill with One‑Touch™ Cleaning System & Precise Temperature Control Dampers by weber
- **How much does it cost?** VT142797 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/3481063-original-kettle-charcoal-grill-18-inch-black-classic-outdoor-bbq)
## Best For
- weber enthusiasts
## Why This Product
- Trusted weber brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns
## Key Features
- • **Smart Lid Storage:** Angled lid hook keeps your grill lid off the ground, maintaining hygiene and convenience during your cookout.
- • **Mobility Meets Functionality:** All-weather wheels and glass-reinforced nylon handles let you move your grill with ease and confidence.
- • **Built to Last, Designed to Impress:** Durable porcelain-enameled lid and bowl resist rust and high temps, ensuring years of backyard glory.
- • **Master the Art of Charcoal Grilling:** Precision heat control with adjustable dampers and superior heat retention for perfect BBQ every time.
- • **Effortless Cleanup, More Time to Socialize:** One-Touch cleaning system with aluminized steel ash catcher makes post-grill cleanup a breeze.
## Overview
The Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill is an 18-inch, black, porcelain-enameled steel grill designed for outdoor cooking enthusiasts who demand durability, precise heat control, and easy maintenance. Featuring a premium steel cooking grate, a One-Touch ash cleanup system, and all-weather mobility wheels, it offers a perfect blend of classic charcoal flavor and modern convenience. Ideal for grilling up to thirteen burgers at once, this grill is built to last and impress, making it a must-have for any backyard BBQ aficionado.
## Description
Product Description Toast to the authenticity of charcoal grilling, classic design, and taste loved around the world with the black Original Kettle charcoal grill, a trusty companion allowing you to cook up creative dishes, including burgers and barbecue, that your family and friends will love. Its ultra-durable, porcelain-enameled lid and bowl retain heat, while the dampers can be easily adjusted for precise temperature control. The convenient angled lid hook provides a storage solution that means there's no more setting the grill lid on the ground while you cook. Now when you need to check or tend to the food on the grill, you can hang the lid on the side. Sturdy features such as the durable-plated steel cooking grate, glass reinforced nylon handles, and all-weather wheels mean you'll be able to keep cooking delicious meals on this outdoor grill for years to come. The One-Touch cleaning system offers quick and easy cleanup after a long day of barbecue and grilling. It's why the Original Kettle will always be the grill built for everyone. desertcart.com Weber
Review: Almost perfect grill and smoker - This is a great do everything grill and smoker for a small family or individual. It's a versatile size that allows you to grill around five pounds of meat using a 50/50 split between direct fire and a cold spot, and smoke meat by stacking coals on one side and placing the meat of the opposite end. The smaller size allows more efficient use of coals. If you need to cook for a large group quickly, then you can cover the entire bottom with coals. If you are just cooking one steak, then you can double stack the coals on one end of the grill directly under the steak. The vents are perfectly sized to allow enough air to keep the fire burning while stopping flames for smoking meat. The legs and handles are durable and insulated. The overall design is simple and easy to clean. The materials are high quality and strong. If you clean the grill and kettle with soap and water and dry and store after every use, then it will last almost forever. If you neglect it and never clean anything, then the kettle will last for about a decade and the grills will need to be replaced every two or three years. The only improvement I would suggest is to include two carry handles instead of just one. The fact that this doubles as a grill and smoker makes this a good bargain and very capable.
Review: Good Grill - This grill not only looks good; but, works great. It was easy to assemble. Has a good cooking height. It doesn't have bells or whistles and it doesn't take selfies. A good investment worth the extra bucks. Plenty of room to cook on
## Features
- The Weber Original Charcoal Grill has a durable-plated, steel cooking grate, crafted from premium steel for enhanced durability; Cooking grate offers a resilient surface that stands up to the demands of frequent grilling
- Durability and Flavor Retention: Porcelain-enameled lid and bowl are engineered to withstand high temperatures and retain heat; Bowl and lid combination on outdoor grill and BBQ resist rust and won't peel
- Easy Ash Cleanup: The One-Touch cleaning system included in the black charcoal grill has an aluminized steel ash catcher, allowing for efficient removal of ash from the bottom of the grill and ensuring longevity and resistance to corrosion
- Glass-Reinforced Nylon Handles: Kettle grill's handles were crafted with precision and durability in mind; Reinforced with high-quality, glass-infused nylon, ensuring they can withstand the demands of frequent use and exposure to heat
- Lid Hook and Handle: Slide your outdoor charcoal grill's lid onto the angled lid hook to avoid placing it on the ground; Lid handle has heat shield for safe and comfortable handling, especially when checking or adjusting food on the grill
- Grill Portability and Size: All-weather wheels provide easy mobility for the grill, allowing you to move it effortlessly to different locations in your outdoor space; This grill holds up to thirteen burgers made with a Weber burger press
## Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00004RALW |
| Assembly Required | No |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #50,103 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ( See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden ) #73 in Charcoal Grills |
| Brand | Weber |
| Color | Black |
| Cooking Surface Area | 254.47 Square Inches |
| Cooking System | Charcoal |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (4,237) |
| Date First Available | May 3, 2006 |
| Domestic Shipping | Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues. |
| Finish | Painted |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00077924025297, 00077924038181 |
| Grill Configuration | Single unit |
| Handle Material | glass-reinforced nylon |
| Heating Elements | 1 |
| Heating Power | 15000 British Thermal Units |
| Included Components | Blanket |
| Indoor/Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Installation Type | Free Standing |
| International Shipping | This item can be shipped to select countries outside of the U.S. Learn More |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Item Weight | 3.31 pounds |
| Item model number | 441001 |
| Main Burner Count | 1 |
| Manufacturer | WEBER |
| Material | Porcelain-enameled steel, plated steel |
| Model Name | WEBER |
| Number of Racks | 1 |
| Part Number | 441001 |
| Power Source | Charcoal |
| Primary Cooking Method | Charcoal Grilling |
| Product Dimensions | 18.5"D x 23"W x 35"H |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Shape | round |
| Size | 35" H x 23" W x 18.5" L |
| Special Feature | Durable Cooking Grate, Heat Shield, Lid Hook, One-Touch Cleaning System, Precise Heat Control, Superior Heat Retention |
| Special Features | Durable Cooking Grate, Heat Shield, Lid Hook, One-Touch Cleaning System, Precise Heat Control, Superior Heat Retention |
| Style | Weber 18" Original Kettle, Black |
| UPC | 077924025297 077924038181 |
| Voltage | 1 |
| Warranty Description | This Weber accessory is warranted against defects for two (2) years.
Refer to manufacturers manual for full warranty details. |
## Product Details
- **Brand:** Weber
- **Color:** Black
- **Fuel Type:** Charcoal
- **Product Dimensions:** 18.5"D x 23"W x 35"H
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## Available Options
This product comes in different **Style** options.
## Questions & Answers
**Q: Assembly help! I'm stuck on page 9, step 9 - what is the purpose of the H piece? I can't get it to stay on there.**
A: The "H" piece goes on from the bottom and connects to the 3 bladed vent covers that fit on the inside. You have to install the 3 bladed vent covers, then reach up from the bottom with the "H" piece and install the long steel rod with the loop bended on the end. This is the handle that allows to open/close the vent. When you start up the grill you open them and to cool down/extinguish the coals you close the vent, also ash will fall out of these holes. During assembly I found it hard to install the "H" piece, because you have to hold down the 3 bladed vent cover with one hand while using the other to install the "H" piece and steel handle. I suggest you have someone help hold down the 3 bladed vent cover while you install the "H" piece and then slide in the steel handle to retain all.
**Q: Please say YES! Does the lid hold when titled to the side? Female WC used, the lid is too heavy to remove so say yes it tilts and make my day!**
A: You can purchase a separate hinge kit from unknownbbq.com that will keep the lid attached to your grill. It also has a removable pin to take the lid off all together. They aren’t cheap at around $50 to $60!
**Q: Are the grill grates hinged with this model?**
A: So... we have 1 yes and 3 no's... I probably wasn't very clear in my initial question what I'm asking if the top grill grate has a hinged section that you can lift up during your cook to add additional coals. I think it only comes stock on the Gold series kettle after doing more research.
**Q: can you use would instead of charcoal?**
A: I assume you meant 'Wood'. The Weber (like all charcoal grills) is designed for charcoal and a different design is required for wood. I've read that wood burns hotter than charcoal, but we tried to roast potatoes wrapped in Aluminum foil on a camping trip by setting them in the coals and the aluminum got vaporized! I have see videos of professional BBQ chefs and competitors use wood by burning it separately from the smoker then using a shovel to load the coals in the smoker, but I think they were just creating 'quick charcoal'. As a former boy scout, you want to cook on coals, not flaming wood. It seems to me there is little difference -from a cooking standpoint-between a a charcoal fire and a burned down wood fire. The Charcoal may last longer and provide a more even heat; which is really the whole point in fuel selection. If I was in a pinch and out of charcoal I would build a wood fire in a pit and when it had burned down to hot coals, transfer them to the grill. I would not start a wood fire in the Weber and wait for hard wood to burn down to cooking level. Don't think it would do well, but maybe someone out there has tried it?
## Customer Reviews
### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Almost perfect grill and smoker
*by H***K on April 10, 2025*
This is a great do everything grill and smoker for a small family or individual. It's a versatile size that allows you to grill around five pounds of meat using a 50/50 split between direct fire and a cold spot, and smoke meat by stacking coals on one side and placing the meat of the opposite end. The smaller size allows more efficient use of coals. If you need to cook for a large group quickly, then you can cover the entire bottom with coals. If you are just cooking one steak, then you can double stack the coals on one end of the grill directly under the steak. The vents are perfectly sized to allow enough air to keep the fire burning while stopping flames for smoking meat. The legs and handles are durable and insulated. The overall design is simple and easy to clean. The materials are high quality and strong. If you clean the grill and kettle with soap and water and dry and store after every use, then it will last almost forever. If you neglect it and never clean anything, then the kettle will last for about a decade and the grills will need to be replaced every two or three years. The only improvement I would suggest is to include two carry handles instead of just one. The fact that this doubles as a grill and smoker makes this a good bargain and very capable.
### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good Grill
*by K***. on September 11, 2025*
This grill not only looks good; but, works great. It was easy to assemble. Has a good cooking height. It doesn't have bells or whistles and it doesn't take selfies. A good investment worth the extra bucks. Plenty of room to cook on
### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Just Right
*by C***D on September 27, 2025*
A nice mid size grill. If you’re a fan of charcoal grilling like us, this is a great unit. We had our last one over 20 years. If your a fan take care of it and clean it this grill will give you many years of grilling pleasure, the design is perfect.
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*Last updated: 2026-05-17*