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Kamado JoeModel no. KJ15040921

Kamado Classic Joe III Charcoal Smoker and Grill

18-inch ceramic kamado with SloRoller insert, Kontrol Tower and three-tier Divide & Conquer

$2,978 Save $421

Was $3,399 Incl. GST

Or 4 fortnightly payments of $744.50 with Afterpay. Approval and limits apply.

Available for pre-order Estimated arrival:

In stock. Packed and sent from our own warehouse, or Click & Collect free.

Delivered in 2–7 business days Australia-wide, 2–4 to VIC & NSW. Your postcode gets the exact date and freight cost.

Warranty in writing. See what’s covered

Key specs

Grate
45.7 cm (18 in)
Temp range
107–399°C (225–750°F)
Cook area
1,613 cm² (250 sq in)
Weight
163.3 kg (360 lb)
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Kamado Joe Kamado Classic Joe III Charcoal Smoker and Grill — Product Overview
Learn more about the Kamado Classic Joe III Charcoal Smoker and Grill and its key features in this detailed product demonstration.
Kamado Joe Kamado Classic Joe III Charcoal Smoker and Grill — Product Overview

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The Kamado Classic Joe III Charcoal Smoker and Grill, up close

Our take

Straight talk on the Kamado Classic Joe III Charcoal Smoker and Grill

The 18-inch Kamado Joe is the one most people should buy. Big enough for a family cook, small enough to get hot fast, and it does low-and-slow and a screaming-hot sear on the same lump of charcoal.

Written by the Oz BBQ crew in Bendigo, not copied from the box.

From the makerKamado Joe’s own description

The Classic Joe Series III grill is designed for those who crave the ultimate outdoor cooking experience. Combining all the features of the Series I and II grills, the Classic Joe III includes a premium, heavy-duty powder-coated steel grill cart and a 3-tier Divide & Conquer® Flexible Cooking System, providing unparalleled cooking versatility. The innovative SlōRoller® hyperbolic insert transforms your grill into a smoker, offering a unique cooking experience.

Buy it if
you feed four to eight (two racks of ribs or a whole pork shoulder fit) and want one cooker that smokes, roasts, bakes and sears.
Look elsewhere if
you cook for twelve most weekends (Big Joe) or want it in the car for camping (Joe Jr).
Know this first:
it’s a lot of ceramic on a cart, so once it’s on the deck it lives there. And ceramic holds heat: overshoot a low target and it’s slow to come back, so close the vents early.

Features

What you’re paying for

Kamado Classic Joe™ BBQ Grill - Classic Series III - Camping Australia
  1. Thick ceramic, on wheels

    Heavy-wall ceramic holds a steady low smoke for hours on one load of lump. Locking castors roll it into place.

  2. Kontrol Tower top vent

    Holds its setting when you lift the lid, so a dialled-in low smoke stays put while you check the meat.

  3. Air Lift hinge

    Takes most of the dome’s weight. Lift it one-handed with the tongs in the other, and it stays where you leave it.

  4. SloRoller insert

    Rolls smoke and heat around the dome to even out hot spots on a low-and-slow. Lifts out for direct heat.

  5. Three-tier Divide & Conquer

    Grates on three levels: sear direct on one side while the veg roasts indirect on the other.

  6. Wire-mesh gasket

    Fibreglass mesh round the rim where the dome meets the base. Felt frays after a season of pizza nights; mesh keeps the seal tight.

  7. Stainless charcoal basket

    Lift the whole fire out, shake the ash through and drop it back in. Relighting yesterday’s lump gets quicker.

  8. Slide-out ash drawer

    Ash drops into a drawer under the bottom vent. Pull it out, tip it, slide it back. No scooping.

Specs, box contents & warranty

Model no. KJ15040921

Model Information

Model Number
KJ15040921
Brand
Kamado Joe
Series
Classic III

Physical Specifications

Width
118.1 cm (46.5 in)
Height
128.3 cm (50.5 in)
Weight
163.3 kg (360 lb)

Cooking Specifications

Cooking Surface Diameter
45.7 cm (18 in)
Total Cooking Space
1,613 cm² (250 sq in)
Temperature Range
107–399°C (225–750°F)
Maximum Charcoal Capacity
2.7 kg (6 lb)

Operation & Safety

Recommended Clearance
3 m (10 ft) from overhead construction and walls

Temperature Range by Cooking Style

Smoking
107–135°C (225–275°F)
Roasting
149–232°C (300–450°F)
Baking & pizza
149–399°C (300–750°F)
Grilling
204–316°C (400–600°F)
Searing
260–399°C (500–750°F)

Features

Construction
Premium ceramic with powder-coated aluminium bands

In the box

  • The cooker, on its cart
  • SloRoller Hyperbolic Chamber
  • 3-Tier Divide & Conquer Rack
  • Ceramic Heat Deflectors
  • Stainless Steel Charcoal Basket
  • Cast Iron Fire Grate
  • Ash Tool
  • Grill Gripper

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.

Warranty

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Kamado Joe offers one of the most comprehensive warranties in the BBQ industry. The lifetime ceramic warranty applies to the original purchaser and covers the firebox, dome, and body.


Warranty Period

Component Period
Ceramic firebox, dome, and body Lifetime (original purchaser)
Metal bands, hinges, cart, and stand 5 years
Thermometer 3 years
Gaskets, seals, and rubber parts 1 year
Grill grates and accessories 1 year

What's Covered

  • Cracks or structural defects in ceramic firebox, dome, or body under normal use
  • Manufacturing defects in metal bands, hinges, and cart components
  • Thermometer inaccuracy due to a manufacturing defect
  • Gasket failure not caused by improper use or overheating

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)
  • Ceramic cracking from thermal shock (rapid temperature changes), overfiring, or use of lighter fluid
  • Damage caused by dropping or impact
  • Discolouration of ceramic from high heat (a normal characteristic)
  • Accessories and consumable items beyond their stated period

How to Make a Claim

  1. Contact us via our contact page with your order number, a description of the issue, and photos or video clearly showing the defect.
  2. If approved, we will arrange next steps with the manufacturer.

Have a question? Contact our team and we'll be happy to help.

All products sold by Oz BBQ come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have goods repaired or replaced if they fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.

Manuals & downloads

Download instruction manual

Owner reviews

5.0 from 2 buyer ratings so far

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Compare the series

Find the right series for you

Same 18-inch ceramic cooker in every generation. What changes between them is airflow control, the hinge, the gasket and the cooking-rack system. The red dot marks an upgrade over the base model.

Sizing it up? Joe Jr vs Classic Joe vs Big Joe
Feature
  • Series IYou want the same 18-inch ceramic for the least outlay, and don’t mind checking the daisy wheel.
  • Series IIYou cook low-and-slow most weekends. The Kontrol Tower holds its setting and the mesh gasket outlasts felt.
  • Series IIIYou want the three-tier rack, premium cart and a stainless charcoal basket you lift out to clean.
Upgrade over Series I
Series I: Daisy wheel vent Series I $1,799 The entry price Series II: Kontrol Tower vent Series II $1,845 was $2,699 +$46 over Series I You’re viewingSeries III: Premium cart Series III $2,978 was $3,399 +$1,133 over Series II
What it addsThe base modelKontrol Tower vent, Air Lift hinge, mesh gasketThree-tier Divide & Conquer, premium cart, premium aluminium shelves, stainless charcoal basket
Top ventDaisy wheelKontrol TowerKontrol Tower
Cooking systemTwo-tier Divide & ConquerTwo-tier Divide & ConquerThree-tier Divide & Conquer
CartPowder-coated steelPowder-coated steelPremium powder-coated steel
Side shelvesStandard HDPEStandard HDPEPremium aluminium
HingeStandardAir LiftAir Lift
GasketFeltWire-mesh fibreglassWire-mesh fibreglass
Charcoal basketNot includedNot includedStainless steel, included
ShopSee Series ISee Series IIBuy Series III
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Upgrade over Series I.

What it adds
The base model
Kontrol Tower vent, Air Lift hinge, mesh gasket
Three-tier Divide & Conquer, premium cart, premium aluminium shelves, stainless charcoal basket
Top vent
Daisy wheel
Kontrol Tower
Kontrol Tower
Cooking system
Two-tier Divide & Conquer
Two-tier Divide & Conquer
Three-tier Divide & Conquer
Cart
Powder-coated steel
Powder-coated steel
Premium powder-coated steel
Side shelves
Standard HDPE
Standard HDPE
Premium aluminium
Hinge
Standard
Air Lift
Air Lift
Gasket
Felt
Wire-mesh fibreglass
Wire-mesh fibreglass
Charcoal basket
Not included
Not included
Stainless steel, included