How heavy is the Big Green Egg Medium?

The Big Green Egg Medium weighs 51 kilograms. This makes the Medium less heavy than, say, a washing machine, but it is still best lifted by two people. Even better is to use the accompanying Nest trolley and handler for moving it. This is better for your back, prevents accidents with your Big Green Egg Medium and makes it possible to move it on your own.The weight of the Medium makes it easy to move this Big Green Egg in most cases, while at the same time allowing larger quantities to be prepared than on smaller Big Green Egg models. Thus, the Green Egg Medium offers an excellent balance between mobility and capacity.

Is the Big Green Egg Medium big enough?

The Big Green Egg Medium is big enough to cook meals for 6 to 8 people. The next model in terms of size is the Large. The biggest advantage of the Large over the Medium is that it is easier to prepare several dishes on it at the same time. However, the Large does take up more space, which is not always convenient, especially in urban environments. The Big Green Egg Medium is a more compact model that still has enough capacity to cook a large turkey for the whole family, for example.In terms of components and accessories, there is little difference between the Medium and the larger models. For example, like the larger models, the Medium has the rEGGulator cast-iron control cap for the air supply, which allows extra precise control over the temperature. Smaller models than the Medium feature a different type of control cap.

Big Green Egg Medium

The Big Green Egg Medium is a popular size for families or couples who enjoy cooking outdoors. It offers enough space to cook several dishes at once, without taking up much space in the garden or outdoor kitchen. From grilling and baking to slow-cooking and smoking - the Medium can handle it all. Ideal for everyday use and suitable for 4 to 6 people. A fine balance between size, ease of use and versatility.

Features

Features and dimensions
of the Big Green Egg Medium
Grid diameter
40 cm
Surface
1140 cm²
Number of persons
6 people
Weight
51 kg
Height
72 cm
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Perfect for
large family

The Big Green Egg Medium is a very popular size in the Big Green Egg range. The Medium weighs 45 kg and the grid has a diameter of 38 cm. With the Medium, you can easily grill, bake, stew or smoke for about eight people. Its slightly larger size makes the Egg Medium very suitable for having fun while barbecuing with friends or family. On the Big Green Egg Medium, you can easily cook a whole chicken and 4 to 6 kg of meat fits on the grid, which you can cook or grill in one go.

There are three different models of the Egg Medium for sale. You can order a model with or without a base. Buying an Egg with a stand makes using the Medium barbecue even easier. It is a solid base with wheels. This ensures a good working height and makes your Big Green Egg easy to move around. You can also mount a 'Handler' on the base for even better mobility. The latest model is a Big Green Egg Medium Complete. This means you can equip your garden with a complete outdoor kitchen. Great for the barbecue lovers among us.

Frequently asked questions

The Big Green Egg Medium is 72 centimetres high and has a grill surface with a diameter of 40 centimetres. This provides a cooking surface of 1140 square centimetres, enough for 4 to 6 kilograms of meat. This makes the Big Green Egg Medium big enough to prepare meals for 6 to 8 people, but not too big to fit on your balcony, patio or small city garden.

The Big Green Egg Medium's weight of 51 kilograms also ensures a good balance of mobility and power. All in all, the Medium is the most balanced Green Egg that can meet all the sometimes conflicting demands. Especially for those who want to cook for as many people as possible, but whose available space is limited due to living in a city, for example, the Big Green Egg Medium can be an excellent choice.

The Big Green Egg Medium weighs 51 kilograms. This makes the Medium less heavy than, say, a washing machine, but it is still best lifted by two people. Even better is to use the accompanying Nest trolley and handler for moving it. This is better for your back, prevents accidents with your Big Green Egg Medium and makes moving it by yourself possible.

The weight of the Medium makes it easy to move this Big Green Egg around in most cases, while at the same time allowing larger quantities to be prepared on it than on the smaller Big Green Egg models. Thus, the Green Egg Medium offers an excellent balance between mobility and capacity.

The Big Green Egg Medium is big enough to cook meals for 6 to 8 people. The next model in terms of size is the Large. The biggest advantage of the Large over the Medium is that it is easier to prepare several dishes on it at the same time. However, the Large does take up more space, which is not always convenient, especially in urban environments. With the Big Green Egg Medium, you have a more compact model that still has enough capacity to cook, for example, a large turkey for the whole family.

In terms of components and accessories, there is little difference between the Medium and the larger models. For example, like the larger models, the Medium features the rEGGulator cast-iron control cap for the air supply, which allows extra precise control over the temperature. Smaller models than the Medium feature a different type of control cap.