Overview
The rundown on the Hark Chubby Offset Smoker
The newly upgraded Hark Chubby Offset Smoker (HK0540) is a compact, heavy-duty offset smoker built for backyard pitmasters who want serious performance without the footprint of a full-size rig. The smaller sibling to the Texas Pro Pit punches well above its weight with a generous 3,775 cm² primary cooking area — plenty of room for brisket, ribs and whole chickens. The 2026 model brings new cool-touch handles, stronger heavy-duty legs and a more secure wheel system for long-term stability and confident manoeuvring.
What's New in the HK0540
- NEW cool-touch handles — safer and more comfortable to use
- NEW stronger, sturdier legs and wheels — built for long-term stability
- NEW more secure wheel system — easier to move, stays put when cooking
What's Included
- Single large door for easy access to the cooking chamber
- Large cooking grids plus warming shelves
- Pull-out ash drawer for fast clean-up
- Integrated temperature gauge for precise heat monitoring
- Adjustable damper and baffles for full smoke control
- Cool-touch handles for safe operation
- Stronger heavy-duty legs and more secure wheels
- Integrated wood storage shelf
- 12 months manufacturer's warranty
Features
What you’re paying for
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Generous 3,775 cm² primary cooking area — fits brisket, racks of ribs and whole chickens
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Compact 159 × 149 × 76 cm footprint — serious performance without the size of a full-size rig
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Single large door makes loading, basting and managing a long cook simple
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Pull-out ash drawer for fast clean-up between cooks
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Integrated temperature gauge plus adjustable damper and baffles for full smoke control
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NEW cool-touch handles — safer and more comfortable for long sessions
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NEW stronger heavy-duty legs and more secure wheel system for confident manoeuvring
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Integrated wood storage shelf keeps fuel within reach
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Charcoal, wood, or both — flexible fuel options for any cook
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Backed by Hark's 12-month manufacturer's warranty
Spec sheet & warranty
SKU HK0540
Model Information
- Model Name
- Hark Chubby Offset Smoker (2026 Updated)
- SKU
- HK0540
- Type
- Compact Offset Smoker
- Fuel
- Charcoal / Wood / Both
- Cooking Style
- Low & Slow Offset
Dimensions and Capacity
- Length
- 159 cm
- Height
- 149 cm
- Width
- 76 cm
- Primary Cooking Area
- 3,775 cm²
Construction & Features
- Body Material
- Heavy-duty steel
- Door
- Single large door
- Cooking Grids
- Large grids plus warming shelves
- Temperature Gauge
- Integrated
- Damper & Baffles
- Adjustable
- Handles
- Cool-touch (NEW for 2026)
- Legs
- Heavy-duty (NEW stronger design)
- Wheels
- More secure wheel system (NEW for 2026)
- Ash Drawer
- Pull-out
- Wood Storage
- Integrated shelf
- Warranty
- 12 Months Manufacturer
Delivery, returns & paperwork
Shipping & Returns
Shipping
Oz BBQ operates a nationwide distribution network, with items shipping from:
- Our warehouse in Bendigo, Victoria
- Partner supplier warehouses on the East Coast
- Partner supplier warehouses on the West Coast
This multi-location approach allows us to provide efficient delivery across Australia. Use our shipping calculator on the product pages for accurate delivery times and costs to your location.
Important Shipping Notes:
- We cannot deliver to PO Boxes, Private Mail Bags or Parcel Lockers
- Depot pickup options may be available at reduced rates (contact us to discuss)
- Off-mainland deliveries require additional shipping fees (custom quoted)
- Missed deliveries may incur a redelivery fee set by the courier
- All shipments managed through our trusted delivery partners including Border Express, AusPost, Sendle and Aramex
Returns
As outlined in our Refund Policy, we follow the Australian Consumer Law (ACL) which protects consumers by providing certain guaranteed rights when buying goods and services.
You can return items if:
- The product is faulty or not of merchantable quality
- The product is not fit for its intended purpose
- The product does not match the description
- You can present proof of purchase
For change of mind returns:
- Item must be in original condition with tags attached
- Must be returned within 30 days of purchase
- Original proof of purchase required
- Return shipping is at customer's expense
- Original delivery charges are non-refundable unless due to our error
Refunds will be processed within 10 business days of receiving and inspecting the return.
For full details, please refer to our:
Warranty Details
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Warranty Details
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Hark products are backed by a two-year warranty against manufacturing defects, with one year on electrical and heating components.
Warranty Period
| Component | Period |
| Smoker body and structural components | 2 years |
| Heating elements and electrical components | 1 year |
| Controller and display unit | 1 year |
What's Covered
- Manufacturing defects in the smoker body and structural components
- Electrical and heating element failures under normal domestic use
- Controller and display unit failures
What's Not Covered
- Normal wear and tear
- Damage from misuse, abuse, neglect, or accidents
- Failure to follow product instructions or improper installation
- Cosmetic damage (scratches, dents, discolouration) from normal use or weathering
- Damage caused by use with non-recommended fuels, accessories, or parts
- Rust or corrosion from exposure to coastal/salt-air environments without appropriate maintenance
- Commercial use (unless the product is specifically rated for it)
- Rust caused by outdoor storage without a protective cover
- Damage from failure to regularly clean the grease tray
- Pellet auger damage from use of non-standard or wet pellets
How to Make a Claim
- Contact us via our contact page with your order number, a description of the issue, and photos or video clearly showing the defect.
- If approved, we will arrange next steps with the manufacturer.
Have a question? Contact our team and we'll be happy to help.
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