Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill 18 in
- Cooking Surface Area: 254 sq in
- Primary Cooking Method: Charcoal Grilling
- Cooking System: Charcoal
- Installation Type: Freestanding
Last refreshed Jun 21, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well sized charcoal kettle for one or two people that still handles basic smoking, with an ash pan that can struggle in wind.
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ASIN: B00004RALWCategory: Charcoal Grills
Overview
The Weber Original Kettle Charcoal Grill, 18 inch, model 441001, is the smaller size in Weber's classic charcoal kettle lineup, built for one to two people or a small household that still wants control over direct and indirect heat.
A few owners moving from gas to charcoal for the first time chose this size specifically to keep the learning curve small, and at least one mentions ash blowing around the tray in windy conditions until adding a little water to weigh it down.
- 18 inch grate sized for one to two people
- One-Touch ash cleanup with aluminized steel catcher
- Porcelain enameled bowl and lid resist rust
- Angled lid hook keeps the lid off the ground while cooking
Who it's for
Suits an individual or couple who wants real charcoal flavor without the size and cost of the 22 inch model. Less suited to anyone who regularly cooks for a large group, since the smaller grate limits how much food fits at once.
Pros and cons
- Compact size suits one to two people without wasting charcoal
- Works for both direct grilling and improvised smoking
- Vents give good control over cooking temperature
- Smaller footprint than the 22 inch version saves storage space
- Ash pan can let ash blow out in windy conditions
- Smaller grate limits how much food fits at once
- Assembly still required out of the box
Performance notes
Splitting a charcoal load between a hot side and a cool side turns this into a small smoker as well as a grill, and the smaller diameter means less charcoal is needed to reach cooking temperature than on the 22 inch model. The vents regulate airflow well according to long time owners, though the shallower ash tray on this version can let ash blow out in windy conditions unless it is dampened with a little water first.
Specifications
| Brand | Weber |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.3 poundslower than 100% of 27 charcoal grills |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 18.5 × 23 × 35 inches |
| Item Dimensions | 18.5 × 23 × 23 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Number of Heating Elements | 1 |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Fuel Type | Charcoal |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Porcelain-Enameled Steel, Plated Steel |
| Frame Material | Stainless Steel |
| Handle Material | Glass-Reinforced Nylon |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Types | Painted |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Installation Type | Freestanding |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Blanket |
| Other details | |
| Cooking Surface Area | 254 sq inlower than 68% of 26 charcoal grills |
| Primary Cooking Method | Charcoal Grilling |
| Cooking System | Charcoal |
| Grill Configuration | Single Unit |
| Number Of Racks | 1 |
| Required Assembly | No |
| Main Burner Count | 1 |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Outdoor |
| Item Type Name | Grilling |
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Frequently asked questions
Does ash blow out of this grill in the wind?
At least one reviewer experienced ash blowing out of the tray in windy conditions and solved it by adding a little water to the pan.