The Kamado Joe BJ24NRHC Big Joe II 24-Inch Stand-Alone Ceramic Grill features a thick-walled, heat-resistant shell that locks in smoke and moisture at any temperature. The easy-open dome includes our counterbalanced Air Lift Hinge and element-proof, ultra-precise Kontrol Tower top vent, while the large cooking surface underneath is crafted from commercial-grade 304 stainless steel. Other featured innovations that come standard with the Kamado Joe Classic II include the Divide and Conquer Flexible Cooking System, Advanced Multi-Panel FireBox, a heavy-duty rolling cast iron cart, and a patented slide-out ash drawer for easy cleaning. The Kamado Joe BJ24NRHC kamado grill is constructed from 1 1/4-inch thick ceramic that holds heat, maintain any temperature and is extremely porous to keep moisture in your meat, producing incredibly juicy, tender food with a true wood-fired flavor. Cook for the whole family on the 304-grade stainless steel cooking grate that measures in at 452 square inches. Cook on two different levels at once using the Divide and Conquer Flexible Cooking System or use the two split heat deflectors for indirect cooking and baking for truly versatile cooking. The patented Kontrol Tower top vent maintains a consistent air setting for precise temperature management, and it will not slip out of position as the lid is opened. The top vent is constructed with cast aluminum for superior resistance to rust. The dome lid and base feature a double thick, wire mesh fiberglass gasket which offers a superior air-tight seal and long-lasting performance. The stainless steel lid latch self activates when you close the lid, ensuring heat does not leak through the seal. The fire grate is made of powder-coated cast iron for durability and superior heating performance, while the patented slide-out ash drawer makes cleanup easy. The airlift hinge reduces the dome weight by 96%, making it easy to lift the heavy ceramic lid with the high-density polyethylene (HDPE) handle. The lid will also stay open at any desired position, allowing you to cook with the lid partially open if you choose to. The BJ24NRHC Big Joe Kamado grill comes with a free grill gripper for handling hot cooking grates and an ash tool for safely and easily removing ashes. The Big Joe also includes a flexible cooking rack and heat deflector.