Yoder Smokers YS640s Pellet Grill on Competition Cart

Why the YS640s Competition Cart Is the Best Pellet Smoker for Contests

Designed for Pitmasters and backyard competitors alike, the Yoder YS640s Competition Cart pellet smoker delivers tournament-grade heat control, ample prep space, and rugged mobility, putting the best competition pellet grill within reach. With PID precision that helps maintain consistent temperatures throughout every cook, locking casters, and integrated tool hooks, the YS640s Competition Cart is your go-anywhere, win-everywhere cooking companion.

Competition-Grade Features

Integrated Tool Hooks & Prep Shelves

Keep everything right where you need it and within arm’s reach. With hooks for tongs and spatulas, as well as two shelves with ample space to apply rubs and sauces, you spend less time hunting for gear and more time focused on the details of the cook. 

Locking Caster System for Stable Transport

Tournament-style, lockable pneumatic wheels and casters ensure your grill rolls smoothly from spot to spot and stays rock-steady under fire. It can handle loading ramps and uneven ground with ease and won’t budge once the pedal locks are engaged. Roll into every competition with confidence and rest assured your grill will hold steady over the long haul.

Precision PID Controller (±5 °F Accuracy)

The Fireboard Adaptive Control System with true PID logic delivers ultra-precise temperature consistency, essential for reliable results that hold up to the sharp scrutiny of contest judges. The Fireboard app is available for both iOS and Android devices, letting you wirelessly monitor cooks and send custom push alerts when needed. 

• Advanced Control System with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Connectivity
• 150º to 600º in 5º increments
• Two integrated food probes for a complete picture of your cook

Expanded Cooking Area (640 sq in + Optional Second Shelf)

Handle larger loads and multi-step cooks with ease. The primary grate plus a slide-out second shelf provides up to 1,070 sq in of stage-ready capacity. There’s plenty of room for brisket, pork shoulders, sausage, chicken, and ribs. 

• 640 square inches of main grate cooking surface (20" x 32")
• The standard 2nd shelf brings total cooking space to 1,070 square inches

Heavy-Gauge Steel Frame Built for Travel

Overbuilt 10-gauge steel construction stands up to the rigors of constant transport. Proudly made in America’s heartland, this competition pellet grill is built tough and can handle whatever nature throws at it. At the same time, the durable frame is engineered to accommodate repeat setup and teardown without wearing you out.

• The cart has tie-down rings on the bottom to secure it when moving
• High-temp painted cart with clear coat for durability

10-Hour Hopper Run & 20-lb Capacity

A high-capacity hopper allows this workhorse of a grill to keep up with the length and pace of tournament cooks. It can hold a 20lb bag of pellets, which will burn at maximum efficiency, thanks in part to solid steel welded construction. Stop worrying about running out of fuel and enjoy up to 10 hours of precise, worry-free grilling. 

How to Choose the Best Competition Pellet Grill

Precision Temperature Control (ACS/PID)

Reliable and precise temperature control is one of the highest indicators of success at competitions. A quality adaptive control system will make it easy to lock in a specific temperature and also prevent fluctuations on the fly. Bluetooth and WiFi connectivity, combined with push notifications, enable a hands-off approach to each cook, freeing up time to prepare additional entries and maybe even take a quick break.

Sturdy, Lockable Mobility for Contests

A competition pellet grill should be easy to move and maneuver into place across a range of surfaces, but should also stand firm once camp is arranged.

Integrated Prep and Storage Features

Functioning as a kitchen on the go, take a close look at how much storage is available on the pellet grill cart, and how much food it allows you to prep at once. And it certainly doesn’t hurt if there’s room to place a beverage or two while cooking.

Rapid Setup & Teardown Workflow

Competitions are busy enough with food preparation and presentation details. Your pellet grill shouldn’t stress you out by taking forever to set up, load up, and transport safely. 

Competition-Proven Performance

Set-and-forget grilling is a significant advantage at competitions. The reliability of the Yoder YS640s sets it apart as a competition grill that makes contests more enjoyable and successful, thanks to thoughtfully engineered features, including: 

• Variable Displacement Damper - The VDD helps manage airflow by adjusting resistance. When pushed in, air flows up to and then around the heat diffuser. And when the damper is pulled all the way out, air freely passes directly to the end of the diffuser, up the far wall, and out through the chimney.
• Heat Diffuser with Access Door - The main plate evenly redistributes heat for low-and-slow competition cooks. However, the access door provides access to a direct-flame zone for high-heat searing, which opens up multi-zone cooking options.
• The high airflow burn grate ensures reliable and consistent smoking.
• A reliable temperature range of 150°F to 600°F makes the YS640s a versatile all-in-one option for various cooking styles.
  
  

Shipping & Assembly

Flat-rate shipping via freight for the YS640s Competition Cart is available for $300, or you are welcome to pick it up at our Wichita, KS, store location. Shipped orders are sent in 3-5 business days, largely pre-assembled. 

Contest Prep tips & Best Practices

• Regularly calibrate your temperature probes to ensure perfect accuracy. FireBoard, the manufacturer of onboard ACS systems on all Yoder Smokers pellet grills, has a comprehensive yet straightforward calibration guide you can follow. 
• Stage the Yoder Smokers Pellet Grill on the Competition Cart at least 30 minutes before judges arrive for inspection. This will provide plenty of time to stabilize temperatures and make any needed adjustments.
• Preheat your competition pellet grill 10-15 minutes before loading it with meat. Always preheat and cook with the lid closed, which will help it heat up faster and keep cooking temps even. 
• Use the diffuser door to quickly switch between indirect and direct cooking modes.
• Clean the fire pot and cooking chamber after each competition. These processes are made more efficient thanks to the access door on the heat diffuser and the ease with which the diffuser can be removed and replaced. 

Compare YS640s Configurations

Every Yoder YS640s pellet grill is built to function with consistent convenience. Once you are familiar with how one YS640s works, you will be able to feel comfortable cooking on any of the seven available YS640s configurations, as the cooking chambers and ACS are identical across variants. However, knowing that some folks have different stylistic and accessory preferences, each of these configurations aims to meet the slightly different needs of anyone considering a Yoder Smokers pellet grill.

• Standard Cart (ACS) — This bread-and-butter model, which each of the following variations is built around, consists of 640 square inches of cooking space on an open-frame cart with Wi-Fi/Bluetooth PID control. It’s a high-performance grill, perfect for both low-and-slow cooking and direct over-the-fire grilling, and is built to last.
  
  
• Competition Cart + Storage Drawer — This upgraded Competition Cart features a full-width pull-out drawer with a capacity of over 5,500 cu. in. and the ability to hold up to 150 lbs. An integrated heat shield diverts heat from the cooker and away from the contents of the drawer, so your Yoder Smokers Wood-fired Oven, grilling grates, gloves, tools, and cast iron griddle stay in pristine shape while protected from the elements.
  
  
• Outlander All-Terrain — The most rugged of the available YS640s carts, the Outlander combines unmated maneuverability with bold design elements. Oversized pneumatic tires, a reinforced chassis, and an integrated handle make it perfect for off-road cookouts or as a backyard statement piece.
  
  
• Built-In with Valance Kit — Formatted to fit into any luxury outdoor kitchen design seamlessly, this grill comes ready-made for flush-mount installation onto custom fixtures.
  
  
• Built-In with Double Access Doors — This ready-to-finish frame kit features dual panels that can be used to access storage or shut-offs in a custom outdoor kitchen. The frame is designed to align with a standard 36” tall outdoor kitchen counter and places the grilling surface at a comfortable height.
  
  
• Limited-Edition Colors — Same Standard Cart ACS model in exclusive finishes for a personalized look.