Gateway Drum Smoker Straight Up 55G - Matte Red
Gateway Drum Smoker Straight Up 55G - Matte Red is built for flavor and versatility. It features a 22-inch plated steel cooking grate, a removable high-capacity fire basket, a lid hook inside the lid, and a center-mounted 3-inch thermometer for precise control. Dual adjustable air intakes and an adjustable exhaust help dial in temperature for low-and-slow or hot-and-fast cooking, while the matte red finish lends a rugged, distinctive look. Craftsmanship shows in the welded steel build and thoughtful details that support durable, year-after-year use of the Straight Up 55G. Gateway Drum Smokers are manufactured in the USA, reflecting American-made craftsmanship. On reviews, the product's American origin and focused design are highlighted as strengths.
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Meet Gateway Drum Smokers.
Gateway Drum Smokers markets itself as a premier American-made brand of drum-style smokers, aiming to deliver competition-level results for backyard BBQ enthusiasts. Its own site promotes American-made products, framing Gateway as the best American-made pellet grill brand in its lineup. They also emphasize U.S.-based craftsmanship, with a Facebook page describing products as “handcrafted right here in the USA.” The brand’s product lineup centers on 30- and 50-gallon drum smokers, noted for bold enamel finishes and high-performance cooking that supports precise results. This range is highlighted by industry sources describing Gateway as providing bold, high-performance drum-style cookers, and by reviews noting the 30- and 50-gallon options. Additionally, a YouTube feature notes the brand’s production location, stating these smokers are “Made in Washington, MO.”
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