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Key Features
- Included meat probe for easy monitoring of food temps without lifting the grill lid
- Keep Warm Mode ensures meals are hot and ready when you are
- Includes a cast iron griddle for searing steaks and breakfast dishes
- Large capacity hopper allows you to hold up to 8 lbs of pellets at once
The Go-Anywhere Traeger Ranger Pellet Grill | TFT18KLD
Take the convenience and rich flavor of a wood burning pellet grill anywhere with the Ranger portable pellet grill by Traeger. The Ranger offers even more control over grilling temperatures thanks to the Digital Arc Controller and 36,000 BTU output, allowing you to set grill temperatures in 5-degree increments.
Advance Grilling Logic ensures precise temperature performance, while the included meat probe and built-in cook timer allow you check temps and know when to check on food. A built-in Keep Warm Mode ensures foods are hot and ready when you are.
Ranger: Perfect for On-the-Go Grilling and Smoking
This portable pellet grill is perfect for camping, tailgating, picnics, and boating. This little grill runs off a standard 110-volt outlet. The 184 square inch porcelain coated grilling surface produces excellent sear marks and easily cleans up. The natural airflow inside of the grill allows for convection cooking, so you can bake pizza right on your grill and cook meat at lower temperatures without any flipping. Enjoy breakfast on the go and sear steaks to perfection using the included cast iron griddle. Rubber feet and latches on the hood keep your grill secure during transportation.
Easy to Start
Traeger grills feature an auto-start system that is simple and safe to use. When you turn on the grill, the auger begins to feed pellets into the firepot while the draft induction fan feeds air into it. The igniter rod is activated and glows red hot for the first four minutes to ignite the pellets in the firepot. The 8-pound capacity hopper provides plenty of on-the-go grilling time.
Traeger Ranger FAQ
Can you smoke on the Traeger Ranger?
The Ranger can hold temperatures in the low-and-slow range. The only limitation is its size - the cooking grid is 15 x 12 inches, so larger items may be a bit too large to fit.
Does the Traeger Ranger need electricity?
The Ranger requires a standard 110 volt outlet.
How much can you fit on a Traeger Ranger?
The cooking grid is 15 x 12 inches, which does limit capacity. BBQGuys estimates you can grill 6 burgers at one time.
Can you smoke a brisket on a Traeger Ranger?
Absolutely! The only limitation is size, so you may have a challenge trying to fit a very large brisket in the Ranger. We've seen briskets up to 20 inches in length and 12 inches in width, so you'll probably want to go with a medium-sized brisket. Trimming your brisket may also help it fit.
Can the Traeger Ranger get wet?
It can, but note that if the lid gets wet that will likely cause the internal temperature to drop, which can affect your cook time. We recommend keeping it under cover when not in use.
How big is the Traeger Ranger?
The Ranger is 21 inches wide, 20 inches deep, and 13 inches high. It weighs in at a whopping 60 lbs.
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Product packaging, owners’ manuals, installation instructions, and/or operating instructions may include more information than what is shown on our website. The content on our site is intended to be used for reference purposes only. Please fully read all included manuals and documentation before installing or using this product. WARNING for California residents: this product may contain chemical(s) known to the state of California to cause birth defects, cancer, or other reproductive harm.
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Traeger warrants their pellet grills to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase.
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Customer Reviews
161 reviews
Texas
Feb 2, 2025
I bought the Ranger Portable smoker a couple years ago. And this is the second time I have had problems with wild Temperature swings. I have seen it go from my set temp to as high as 450* and back down to 135*. It works for cooking with the grill plate but as far as smoking, I will have to find a different smoker. I contacted Traeger and they sent me a replacement controller and that seemed to fix it, but the same problem has come back, I am not going to replace it again. I am not very happy with the product.
2 users found this review helpful
IL
Jan 13, 2025
I really wish this grill had WiFire. I bought it because it's the only size that will fit under the cover in my truck bed but really wish it had wifire.
1 user found this review helpful
undisclosed
Jan 5, 2025
We bought our lil Ranger a couple years ago and absolutley LOVE it! We take it everywhere, especially when we stay in cabins at our local State Parks.
California
Nov 20, 2024
Love it!! However I'm coming up on needing to replace my 2018 model. When are you going to add wifire and super smoke to this little beauty?
1 user found this review helpful
Eustace Texas
Nov 8, 2024
Received the unit on October 17, 2024. Seasoned it that weekend. Cooked a steak on it last week. A little learning curve from my Timberline XL. Tried to use it last night and auger motor went bad. Spent a couple of hours diagnosing it this morning, another hour with support and they are sending me a new motor next week. Obviously the Ranger has issues.
1 user found this review helpful
undisclosed
Nov 1, 2024
I bought this several months ago and it working great. It's not a full size smoker so don't expect the same controls but it does a great job for what it is. I take this to Elk camp to all my friends gathering and smoke a variety of things with excellent results. Because it's so small it does tend to get hotter than the set temp, this is an easy solve if you are monitoring with a MEATER prop. I'll vent off a little heat and drop the temp on the controls down. Finding that sweet spot for your target temp of 225 is right about 215 depending on outside temperatures. Also make sure to clean your temp sensor. Overall I would say it come close to replacing a full size unit, but it won't get you the same cooking space. Worth the money in my opinion if you want a portable smoker
2 users found this review helpful
FL
Sep 21, 2024
Love mine and have for years! Would love for them to come out with a second generation that incorporates all of the upgrades and updates fixing prior issues and complaints.
8 users found this review helpful
Oklahoma
Sep 21, 2024
I cannot get this grill to maintain temperature. If it's windy outside, forget using it.
3 users found this review helpful
California
Sep 5, 2024
This is an awesome grill we have used it 2 times already and we love it
2 users found this review helpful
Florida
Jul 19, 2024
This grill, as most, has a learning curve. I have had it for 3 weeks and have managed to understand temperature in it. As yet, I am trying to understand cooking times as I seem to have most things I cook are ready to remove and rest earlier than expected. I have been extremely satisfied and simply fault myself for the less than perfect results I have had. Of 6 entrees I have tried, only one was entirely unsuccessful.
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Configuration | Portable | Portable | Portable | Portable |
Exterior Material | Powder Coated Steel | Powder Coated Steel | Powder Coated Steel | Painted Steel |
Primary Color | Black | Black | Black | Stainless Steel |
Cooking Grate Material | Porcelain Coated Steel | Porcelain Coated Steel | Stainless Steel | Porcelain Coated Steel |
Cooking Grid Dimensions | 15 X 12" | 20 X 15" | 17 3/4 X 12 4/5" | 18 3/8 X 13 3/4" |
Main Grilling Area | 184 Sq. Inches | 300 Sq. Inches | 226 Sq. Inches | 253 Sq. Inches |
Burger Count | 6 | 12 | 6 | 8 |
WiFi/Bluetooth Enabled | None | None | WiFi & Bluetooth | None |
Grill Lights | None | None | None | None |
Spring Assisted Hood | No | No | No | No |
Thermometer | Digital | Digital | SmartPhone App | Digital |
Side Shelves | No | No | No | Yes |
Side Burner | None | None | None | -- |
Made in USA | No | No | No | No |
Commercial-Grade Multi-User | No | No | No | No |
Size | Small (0 - 26") | Small (0 - 26") | Small (0 - 26") | Small (0 - 26") |
Marine Grade | No | No | No | No |
Hopper Capacity | 8 Pounds | 8 Pounds | 9 Pounds | 10 Pounds |
Max Temperature | 450 F | 450 F | 550 F | 500 F |
Width | 21" | 37" | 34.25" | 38" |
Height | 13" | 36" | 24" | 32" |
Depth | 20" | 18" | 18" | 18.5" |
Weight | 60 lbs | 60 lbs | 64 lbs | 82 lbs |
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This product can expose you to chemicals including, diisononyl phthalate which is known to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, a by-product of combustion from this product, which is known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.p65Warnings.ca.gov.
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