Coyote Next-Gen 28" Freestanding Pellet Grill C2P28-FS - 609 Sq In, 175-700F, 304 Stainless Steel

What temperature range can the C2P28-FS hold?

175°F to 700°F. The digital control board feeds pellets automatically to hold whatever setpoint you dial in.

The low end covers long smoking sessions and the high end is hot enough for direct grilling, so one appliance handles both ends of a cook.

How much cooking area does the 28-inch model have?

609 square inches total, split between a 450-square-inch main grate and a 159-square-inch secondary rack.

Coyote describes that as room for multiple racks of ribs or a full brisket.

How many pellets does the hopper hold?

12 lbs, loaded through a front-loading hopper.

Front loading means you can top off fuel without reaching over a hot lid, and the hopper level is easy to check mid-cook.

What are the overall dimensions and weight?

28" W x 27" D x 50" H, and 325 lbs.

The 50-inch height is the full cart, so measure clearance if it is going under a roof overhang or against a low soffit.

Can you really sear on a pellet grill?

On this one, yes. It reaches 700°F, and it includes interchangeable burn pot grates specifically so you can switch between low-and-slow smoking and high-heat searing.

What can I cook on it besides smoked meat?

Coyote positions it as a complete outdoor oven: baking, roasting and braising in addition to grilling and smoking.

Pellet variety changes the result as much as technique does. Hickory, mesquite and apple all give a different smoke character.

How do I keep track of food temperature while it cooks?

Three temperature probes are included, so you can monitor multiple pieces of meat at once from the digital touchscreen.

Is there a built-in version of this grill?

Yes. The Coyote 28" Next-Gen Built-In Pellet Grill (C2P28) is the drop-in version of the same 28-inch grill for a custom island.

This C2P28-FS is the freestanding configuration, complete with cart, so nothing has to be built.

Should I get the 28-inch or the 36-inch freestanding pellet grill?

The 28-inch gives you 609 square inches; the 36-inch C2P36-FS gives you 808 square inches and a slightly different temperature floor.

Both are 27" deep and 50" high, so the decision is mostly about cooking capacity and how much patio width you can give up.

Where do the pellets and accessories live?

The cart has an enclosed storage cabinet that keeps pellets and accessories dry, plus a side shelf for prep space.

Keeping pellets dry matters more than it sounds. Damp pellets swell and can jam the auger.

Can I move it, and will it stay put once I do?

It rolls on locking caster wheels, so it moves across a patio or deck and then locks in place.

Does anything help it hold heat in cold weather?

The hood is double-walled with a spring-assisted lift, which helps retain heat on its own. Coyote also offers an insulated liner jacket for the 28" pellet grill to improve efficiency in cold weather.