Petromax Atago - the All-in-One Barbecue, Stove, Oven & Fire Bowl
Over their 100 year plus heritage, Petromax has a reputation for designing and producing products that are both robust and durable, and here at Muddy Towers we can whole-heartedly agree.
Made from stainless steel, the Atago is all-in-one tool that can be used as conventional barbecue, stove, oven, and fire bowl using either charcoal briquettes or firewood.
Is it easy to set up?
It’s clever, too, due to its unique extension-retraction mechanism - when you lift it up not only does the top half of its body appear, but its three legs open and slide downwards creating a perfectly steady stove which sits off the ground so not to leave any burnt patches. Folding it back down is as simple as lifting it at the base and the Atago folds back into itself.
Fully erect (snigger), it has a height of 28cm (11”), and when folded it’s only 14 cm (5.5”), which makes it space-saving in storage. The whole unit measures 48cm (17”) in diameter and weighs in at 6.1kg.
Does it work well?
When it comes to producing heat, the Atago incorporates a twin-wall combustion chamber that pre-heats secondary air and introduces it into the flames to create a remarkably clean burn. I have to say that it’s probably the cleanest burning firepit I’ve ever used, even in windy conditions. You can also regulate the burn by the air supply lever in the base.
Any Drawbacks?
One thing I will recommend is that you buy the Petromax Dutch Oven Transport Bag (10.8L), which also fits the Atago, because I found it a bit awkward to carry, and no matter how well you clean it out, you’ll still end up with ash and soot in the back of your car without it.
Our Verdict
As for the Atago itself, so far I’ve found it to be a fantastic all-rounder, and what I particularly appreciate is that it can also be used in combination with Petromax’s Dutch Oven - the Petromax ft3, ft6 (the one we used) or ft9 Dutch Ovens are actually designed to slot inside and rest on the top lip, meaning that the heat yield is very high and efficient.
There are cooking accessories designed specifically for the Atago, such as a griddle plate and pizza stone, and other useful accessories including a lid, wind shields and grates.
Price: £239.95 (The bag is £44.95 but worth it.)
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