Oklahoma Joe's
Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn
The Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn is the larger, heavier-gauge sibling of the Highland, built from 2.5mm cold-rolled steel for better heat retention and more cooking capacity. It's a step up for serious offset cooks. Note: this model is no longer sold new as of 2026. Its current equivalent is the Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn Classic. (Renamed Longhorn Classic (13201747-50); oklahomajoes.com $629.99 (reg $729.99), out of stock direct; also at Tractor Supply)
Specifications
Features
Pros
- ✓The 2.5mm heavy cold-rolled steel adds real thermal mass, so it holds temperature more steadily than the lighter Highland
- ✓1060 sq in total cooking area is genuinely large, easily handling multiple briskets and racks for a party or competition practice
- ✓It produces the same authentic wood-fired flavor that's the whole reason to own an offset
- ✓The substantial 250 lb build feels solid and durable, and the extra steel resists warping better than entry offsets
- ✓The side firebox works as a charcoal grill too, making it a versatile 2-in-1
- ✓Multiple dampers and a pro temp gauge give the airflow control needed to manage a clean fire
- ✓At ~$679 it offers a lot of capacity and mass for the price compared to custom-welded smokers costing thousands
- ✓It responds extremely well to the same popular mods (gaskets, tuning plates, charcoal basket) that turn it into a near-pro pit
Cons
- ✗Even with thicker steel it still leaks smoke from the factory and benefits from gaskets and sealing to hold temps
- ✗There's still a hot spot near the firebox, requiring a tuning plate to even out the chamber
- ✗At 250 lbs it's heavy and a bear to move or reposition once assembled
- ✗Like all offsets it demands constant fire-tending - feeding wood and adjusting vents every 30-45 minutes for hours
- ✗Assembly is long and QC varies, with some owners getting warped doors or panels needing adjustment
- ✗It burns a lot of fuel and the per-cook wood/charcoal cost and prep is significant
- ✗The paint and finish can rust and the firebox shows wear with heavy use
- ✗The same steep learning curve applies - mastering fire management takes many cooks
Compare the Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn
This model is no longer sold new. Its current equivalent is the Oklahoma Joe's Longhorn Classic.
We keep this page for the many still in use and on the used market — specs and honest pros/cons below still apply.
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