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Need the full picture? The Traeger Ranger offers 146 solid specs, with general information, dimensions & weight, cooking performance & fuel & power standing out from the crowd.
A fast snapshot of the Traeger Ranger, covering its standout specification and what you can expect right out of the box.
Traeger Ranger
The Traeger Ranger is an easy-to-use portable grill, perfect for outdoor adventures or backyard cooking. It features a Digital Arc Traeger Controller for precise temperature control and a Keep Warm function to ensure your food stays ready to enjoy anytime.
Specifications & Facts 146
Specs measured. Drama avoided.
It’s not all numbers and jargon. These 146 specs show what real users love (and hate) about the Traeger Ranger.
General Information 11
Traeger Ranger Release Year
What is the release year?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes 2018
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Shows when the grill was first introduced.
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Traeger Ranger Product Type
What is the product type of the grill?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Wood Pellet Grill
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Defines the fundamental category of the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Model Name
What is the model name?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Ranger
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Identifies the marketing name of the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Model Number
What is the model number?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes TFT18KLD
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Identifies the unique manufacturer code for the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Country of Manufacture
What is the country of manufacture?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes China
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Indicates where the grill is produced.
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Defines the primary audience for the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Service & Support
What service and support options are available?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Phone, Email, Live Chat
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Specifies the types of support offered.
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Traeger Ranger Brand Reputation
What is the brand reputation?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes High
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Reflects the market perception of the brand.
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Traeger Ranger Warranty Period
What is the warranty period?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes 3 Years
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Duration of the standard warranty.
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Traeger Ranger Warranty Extension
Is extended warranty available?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Indicates whether extended warranty can be purchased.
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Traeger Ranger Color
What color is the grill?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Black
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Exterior color of the grill, important for aesthetics and matching outdoor decor.
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Dimensions & Weight 6
Traeger Ranger Product Width
What is the width of the grill?
21 inch 0Votes
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About 53.3 cm wide — roughly the footprint of a small carry-on suitcase, so it fits on most picnic tables.
Overall width of the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Product Depth
What is the depth of the grill?
20 inch 0Votes
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About 50.8 cm deep — similar to a large toaster oven front-to-back.
Overall depth of the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Product Height
What is the height of the grill?
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About 33.0 cm tall — low profile for truck beds and RV storage bays.
Overall height of the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Product Weight
What is the product weight?
60 lbs 0Votes
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Around 27.2 kg; two-hand carry for short distances, but plan a dolly for longer moves.
Total weight of the grill without packaging.
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Traeger Ranger Primary Cooking Area
What is the primary cooking area?
184 sq in 0Votes
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0.12 m² — room for ~6 burgers or a spatchcocked chicken; confirms the manual’s figure.
Area of the main grill surface.
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Traeger Ranger Total Cooking Area
What is the total cooking area?
184 sq in 0Votes
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Same as primary; there’s no secondary rack on this model. Manual lists 184 in².
Combined area of all cooking surfaces.
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Cooking Performance 21
Traeger Ranger Minimum Temperature
What is the minimum temperature?
165 °F 0Votes
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74 °C — matches the unit’s “Keep Warm” hold temp for resting food.
Lowest controllable cooking temperature.
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Traeger Ranger Temperature Range
What is the temperature range?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes 165 °F - 450 °F
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74–232 °C — covers low-and-slow smoking through hot roasting/searing.
Expresses overall low-to-high cooking temperature span.
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Traeger Ranger Maximum Temperature
What is the maximum temperature?
450 °F 0Votes
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232 °C — hot enough for steaks on the included cast-iron griddle and fast searing. Retailers list the same max temp.
Highest achievable cooking temperature.
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Traeger Ranger Preheat Time
What is the preheat time?
10 minutes 0Votes
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Typical to reach 450 °F in mild weather; plan longer in cold/windy conditions (portable pellet grills vary).
Time required for grill to reach cooking temperature.
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Traeger Ranger Number of Grill Grates
How many grill grates are included?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes 1
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Single main grate (plus a removable cast-iron griddle in the box) — no upper rack.
Number of individual cooking grates.
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Traeger Ranger Ignition System Type
What ignition system does it use?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Electric
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Uses a 120 V hot-rod igniter; just plug into a standard outlet or inverter.
Method used to ignite the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Heat Recovery Speed
What is the heat recovery speed?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Moderate
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Small firepot + insulated lid recover reasonably fast after lid-open events, typical for portable pellet grills.
Measures how quickly grill regains temperature after lid is opened.
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Traeger Ranger Heat Distribution Evenness
How even is the heat distribution?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Good
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Broadly even across the grate; expect minor hot spots over the firepot — normal for pellet designs.
Measures consistency of heat across the cooking surface.
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Traeger Ranger Heat Retention Rating
What is the heat retention rating?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Fair
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Compact steel body without extra insulation; consider thermal blankets for winter cooks.
Ability to maintain stable cooking temperatures.
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Traeger Ranger Flare-up Resistance
What is the flare-up resistance?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Medium
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Indirect-heat design prevents grease flare-ups versus gas/charcoal, but keep the drip path clear.
Measures protection against sudden flames from grease.
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Traeger Ranger Convection Fan
Does the grill include a convection fan?
Yes 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Internal fan circulates heat/smoke for even cooking; the manual even documents a fan error code.
Indicates presence of a convection fan for even airflow.
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Traeger Ranger Burger Count
How many burgers can the grill cook at once?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes 6
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Practical capacity aligns with 184 in²: six 1/4-lb patties fit without crowding.
Indicates how many standard burgers can fit on the cooking surface at once.
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Traeger Ranger BTU Rating
What is the BTU rating?
16,000 BTU 0Votes
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About 4.69 kW equivalent — plenty for a tabletop pellet grill. Value is from Traeger’s owner’s manual.
Indicates the maximum total heat output capacity of the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Sear Burner
Does the grill include a sear burner?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Indicates if the grill has a dedicated burner designed for high-heat searing.
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Traeger Ranger Temperature Control Type
What type of temperature control does it have?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Digital
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Type of mechanism used to control temperature.
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Traeger Ranger Hot & Cold Spot Mapping
What is the hot and cold spot mapping?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Moderate
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Describes uneven heating areas.
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Traeger Ranger Extra Insulation
Does the grill have extra insulation?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Whether the grill has enhanced insulation for heat efficiency.
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Traeger Ranger Fuel-to-Heat Efficiency
What is the fuel-to-heat efficiency?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Good
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Ratio of fuel consumption to effective heat output.
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Traeger Ranger Infrared Burner
Does the grill have an infrared burner?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Indicates if grill includes infrared cooking technology.
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Traeger Ranger Rotisserie Burner & Kit
Does it include a rotisserie burner and kit?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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States whether a rotisserie burner and kit are integrated.
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Traeger Ranger Side Burner
Does the grill include a side burner?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Indicates presence of a side burner for pots or pans.
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Fuel & Power 14
Traeger Ranger Fuel Type
What is the fuel type?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Wood Pellets
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Works with standard 100% hardwood BBQ pellets (hickory, apple, etc.).
Defines the main fuel used by the grill.
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Traeger Ranger Fuel Capacity
What is the fuel capacity?
8 gal 0Votes
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This appears to be a unit mix-up. The Ranger hopper is listed as 5 lb in the Traeger manual and 8 lb on several retailer PDPs; use pounds for pellets, not gallons.
Maximum amount of fuel the grill can hold.
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Traeger Ranger Pellet Hopper Size
What is the pellet hopper size?
8 lbs 0Votes
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≈3.6 kg; plan to top up on overnight cooks. Some manuals show 5 lb — check your unit’s label.
Size of hopper where pellets are stored.
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Traeger Ranger Power Requirement
What is the power requirement voltage?
120 Volt 0Votes
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Standard North American outlet (50–60 Hz). Use a 230→120 V step-down transformer if abroad.
Indicates the voltage required for the grill to operate when using electricity.
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Traeger Ranger Energy Consumption
What is the energy consumption?
250 Watt 0Votes
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0.25 kW during ignition; once burning, average draw is far lower (fan+auger). Plan power accordingly.
Average power consumed while in use.
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Traeger Ranger Wood Pellet Capacity
What is the wood pellet capacity?
8 lbs 0Votes
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3.6 kg — good for 6–8 hours of low-and-slow in mild weather; earlier manuals mention 5 lb on some production runs.
Maximum pellet load for fuel.
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Traeger Ranger Power Source Type
What is the power source type?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes AC Power
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Runs on mains power; a 300–400 W pure-sine inverter works for off-grid starts (draw drops after ignition).
Defines the type of electrical supply needed.
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Traeger Ranger Cord Length
What is the cord length of the grill?
72 inch 0Votes
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183 cm — long enough to reach a nearby outlet; consider a heavy-gauge outdoor extension cord.
The length of the power cord determines placement flexibility for electric grills.
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Traeger Ranger Compatible Fuel Options
What fuels are compatible?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Wood Pellets
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Lists alternative fuels the grill can work with.
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Traeger Ranger Pellet Hopper Window / Sensor
Does the hopper include a window or sensor?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Indicates if hopper has viewing window or sensor for pellet level.
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Traeger Ranger Pellet Hopper Cleanout
Does the hopper include a cleanout system?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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States if hopper includes cleanout for easy pellet emptying.
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Traeger Ranger Natural Gas Conversion Kit
Does the grill include or support a natural gas conversion kit?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Whether grill supports natural gas conversion.
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Traeger Ranger Battery Requirement
Does the grill require batteries?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Whether the grill requires batteries for operation.
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Traeger Ranger Dual Fuel Capability
Does the grill have dual fuel capability?
No 0Votes Traeger Ranger
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Indicates whether grill can run on two different fuel types.
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Materials & Build 11
Traeger Ranger Grate Material
What is the grate material?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Porcelain-Coated Steel
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Porcelain enamel resists rust and helps with cleanup; avoid wire brushes that chip enamel.
Defines the material of the cooking grates.
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Traeger Ranger Exterior Finish
What is the exterior finish?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Powder-Coated Steel
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Tough baked-on finish; wipe after cooks to prolong life.
Finish applied to exterior surfaces.
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Traeger Ranger Frame Material
What is the frame material?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Steel
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Powder-coated steel shell — durable but keep it covered to minimize rust.
Describes the primary material of the grill frame.
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Traeger Ranger Lid Material
What is the lid material of the grill?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Alloy Steel
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Sturdy, latches closed for travel; keep the gasket area clean for best seal.
Refers to the material used for the grill lid, which impacts durability, heat retention, and appearance.
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Traeger Ranger Construction Materials
What construction materials are used?
0 Traeger Ranger 0 Votes Porcelain-Coated Steel
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Refers to the grates, not the whole body. Body is powder-coated steel; porcelain makes grates easier to clean.
Lists all materials used in major grill components.
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