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Yoder YS640s Competition Cart. 1,070 sq in. Built in Kansas. Cooking on Yoder Pellet Smokers Since 2014.
The Yoder YS640s Competition Cart (also searched as the YS640 or Yoder 640) is a Kansas-built pellet smoker with 1,070 sq in of cooking area, a ⅛ inch steel cooking chamber, the ACS Wi-Fi controller and direct flame grilling, on a raised competition cart with wire shelves, tie-down points and 8 inch solid rubber tyres. It weighs about 190 kg (418 lb), comes in Yoder Orange with a half-depth second shelf as standard, and carries a 10-year cooking chamber warranty. The orange Competition Cart is on display and ordered at our Wetherill Park showroom, with free Sydney metro delivery and installation. We deliver pellet smokers within NSW only.
The orange Competition Cart is the YS640s we cook on and demo in our Wetherill Park showroom. Martin has been cooking on Yoder pellet smokers since 2014, and the YS640s is the model we recommend most often to serious backyard and competition cooks.
The Competition Cart takes everything that makes the YS640s exceptional and adds a purpose-built cart designed for cooks who move, compete, or simply want a professional working height. Wire shelves, integrated tie-down points, 8" solid rubber tyre casters, and front and end chrome-plated shelves. Finished in signature Yoder Orange.
1,070sq in cooking surface
⅛"steel cooking chamber
190 kgtotal weight
2014cooking on Yoder pellet smokers
Competition Cart vs Standard Cart
What Changes
Every YS640s shares the same ⅛" steel cooking chamber, ACS controller, 10-year cooking chamber warranty against rust-through, and cooking performance. The competition cart is a different working platform. Here is exactly what changes.
Prefer a fixed spot in the backyard? See the Yoder YS640s Standard Cart. Want lockable storage? Step up to the Competition Cart with Drawer. Or compare every model on our Yoder Pellet Smoker Page and the full Yoder Smokers range.
Standard Cart
Competition Cart
Working height
Standard height
Raised competition height, ergonomic cook position
Cart shelving
Basic cart frame
Wire shelves throughout cart
Casters
Standard casters
8" solid rubber tyre casters, handles grass, gravel, uneven surfaces
Tie-down points
Not included
Integrated tie-down points
Side shelves
Front and end shelves
7/16" hard chrome-plated round bar steel shelves (front and end)
Colour options
Black
Orange
Best for
Backyard cooks who stay in one place
Competition cooks, event cooking, and those who want full mobility
Temperature Control
The ACS Controller and FireBoard
The Adaptive Control System is the brain of the YS640s. Built on FireBoard technology, it gives you full Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity and remote access via the FireBoard mobile app. Monitor cook temperatures, track both food probes, and adjust the grill from anywhere, whether that is your kitchen or the other side of the competition site.
The ACS actively manages auger feed rate and airflow in response to real-time temperature data. This is what keeps the grill stable across 12-hour smokes and what lets you run an overnight brisket without babysitting it. The controller works without Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, those are additions, not requirements.
Adaptive feed control
Auger and airflow adjust in real time. Temperature stays steady across long cooks.
Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
Remote monitoring and adjustment via the FireBoard app. Full connectivity from anywhere.
Overnight and long cooks
Set and walk away with confidence. The ACS holds temperature so you do not have to.
Dual food probes
Two probe ports included. Track internal meat temperature alongside cook chamber temp simultaneously.
What Sets the YS640s Apart
Direct Flame Grilling
Most pellet grills work through radiant heat from a diffuser plate. The YS640s has a trap door in the heat management plate that opens to expose food directly to the offset firepot. This is how you get genuine sear marks and high-heat results that most pellet grills cannot produce regardless of what temperature they claim to reach.
The temperature range on the YS640s runs from low smoking temperatures up through to beyond 370°C (700°F) at the grill surface when using direct flame. A patient 12-hour smoke at 120°C (250°F) and a fast high-heat sear are both available on the one cooker without changing your setup. This is the core reason we chose the YS640s as our demo grill, and we have been cooking on Yoder pellet smokers since 2014.
Built to Last
Construction Details
Every component in the YS640s is specified for longevity and performance under sustained high-heat use. Thicker steel holds temperature more consistently, resists warping, and is the reason Yoder backs the cooking chamber body with a 10-year warranty against rust-through.
- Cooking chamber⅛" (≈3.2 mm) steel, long-term heat retention and structural rigidity
- Hopper14-gauge steel, 20 lb / 9.07 kg pellet capacity
- IgnitionCeramic igniter, reliable and consistent startup every time
- Burn grateHigh air flow design for clean, efficient combustion
- Grease managementGrease drain included as standard
- DoorCounterweight fitted as standard for balanced, easy operation
- HandlesStay-cool design throughout
- Probe portFor running external temperature probes into the cooking chamber
- Cart shelvesFront and end shelves, 7/16" hard chrome-plated round bar steel
- Cart8" casters with solid rubber tyres, wire shelves, integrated tie-down points
- ConnectivityWi-Fi and Bluetooth via ACS and FireBoard
- OriginHandcrafted in Hutchinson, Kansas, USA
Technical Specifications
Full Specs
| Total cooking surface | 1,070 sq in |
| Main chamber grates (x4) | 8" x 19.75" (20.3 cm x 50.2 cm) |
| 2nd level shelf | 9" x 28" (22.9 cm x 71.1 cm), half-depth slide-out |
| Overall length | 61.3" / 155.8 cm (including side shelf) |
| Overall height | 55" / 139.7 cm |
| Overall depth | 36.1" / 91.7 cm (including front shelf) |
| Hopper capacity | 20 lbs / 9.07 kg |
| Total weight | 418 lbs / 190 kg |
| Cooking chamber steel | ⅛" (≈3.2 mm) |
| Hopper steel | 14-gauge |
| Control system | ACS (Adaptive Control System) with FireBoard |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi and Bluetooth |
| Ignition | Ceramic |
| Casters | 8" with solid rubber tyres |
| Fuel | 100% hardwood pellets |
| SKU | YS640S-CC-1 |
| Origin | Handcrafted in Kansas, USA |
What You Get
Included as Standard and Optional Additions
Included as Standard
- Four main chamber cooking grates (8" x 19.75")
- Half-depth 2nd level slide-out shelf (9" x 28")
- ACS control system with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth (FireBoard powered)
- Stay-cool handles
- Grease drain
- Door counterweight
- Probe port
- Ceramic ignition
- High air flow burn grate
- Front and end shelves (7/16" chrome-plated round bar)
- 8" solid rubber tyre casters
- Wire shelves on competition cart
- Integrated tie-down points
Optional Additions
- All-weather cover
- Grease and condensation shield
- Full-depth 2nd level slide-out shelf (15.5" x 28")
- Reversible cast iron griddle
- Grill rails (set of 3)
- 2-piece reinforced heat diffuser with access door
- Counterweight 10g stainless steel sign kit
- Prefer the drawer? See the YS640s Competition Cart with Drawer (a separate configuration)
- Thermal insulating jacket
- Door thermometer (single or dual)
- Wood-Fired Oven Attachment
- 240v Rotisserie Kit (coming early 2026)
Optional Attachment
The Wood-Fired Oven Attachment
With the optional Yoder Smokers Wood-Fired Oven Attachment installed, the YS640s becomes a balanced wood-fired oven. The patent-pending system captures heat from the large offset firepot and redistributes it evenly from the top and bottom of the oven chamber. It includes a stainless steel hood, proprietary heat management plate, and a 3/4" thick American-made cooking stone.
Ready to cook in as little as 30 minutes, it handles everything from Neapolitan-style pizza through to baking, sauteing, and broiling. The attachment is available separately through our showroom, ask us about it when you come in.
Finish
Signature Yoder Orange
The Competition Cart comes in signature Yoder Orange, the classic Yoder competition colour.
Signature OrangeThe classic Yoder competition colour. Bold, unmistakable, and the one we run ourselves.
BBQ Republic · Wetherill Park · Sydney
See It in Person. Free Delivery and Installation.
The orange Competition Cart is on the floor at our Wetherill Park showroom. You can walk around them, lift the hood, look at the grates and the diffuser, and get a proper sense of the scale and build quality. At this price point, that matters, photos convey a lot, but they do not convey the weight of the door, the thickness of the steel, or what 1,070 sq in of cooking surface actually looks like when you are standing in front of it.
Martin personally delivers and installs every freestanding Yoder across the Sydney metro area at no extra cost. We position the unit, pair the ACS controller with Wi-Fi, and walk you through your first cook. At 190 kg, professional installation is not optional, it is essential.
Showroom Address
5 Vicars Place, Wetherill Park NSW 2164
Free Sydney Delivery
Delivery, installation, ACS setup, and first-cook walkthrough included across Sydney metro. We deliver pellet smokers within NSW only. Free delivery across Sydney metro, with free installation on freestanding models.
Fuel and Pellet Compatibility
What to Run in Your YS640s
The YS640s runs on 100% hardwood pellets, no binders, no fillers, no softwood. We stock and personally use BBQr's Delight Contest Mix in our own unit and recommend it to every Yoder customer we deliver to. Avoid pellets with flavour additives or non-hardwood fillers, they affect combustion quality, produce more ash, and foul the firepot faster.
The 20 lb hopper gives a solid reserve for extended cooks without reloading frequently. On a 12-hour low-and-slow smoke you will typically get through 8 to 12 kg of pellets depending on ambient temperature and cook temperature.
Assembly and Maintenance
Setup and Care
Assembly: Two-person assembly is required. The grill ships as separate components and the cooking chamber requires two people to lift onto the cart. We handle all of this as part of our free Sydney delivery and installation, you do not need to think about it.
Ongoing care:
- Clean grates and firepot after each session
- Empty the ash pot and grease tray regularly, particularly after high-heat cooks
- Keep the grill covered when not in use to protect the powder coat finish
- Check for firmware updates via the FireBoard app periodically
- Wipe the exterior with a damp cloth, avoid abrasive cleaners
Common Questions
YS640s Competition Cart, FAQs
What is the difference between the standard YS640s and the Competition Cart?
The cooking chamber, ACS controller, cooking surface and cooking performance are identical. Weight differs: the Competition Cart is about 190 kg versus 152 kg for the Standard Cart. The Competition Cart adds wire shelves on the cart frame, integrated tie-down points, 8" solid rubber tyre casters for improved mobility, and a raised cook surface height. It also comes in Yoder Orange rather than black. The Competition Cart is the preferred configuration for cooks who need to move the grill to events, use it on uneven surfaces, or want a professional ergonomic working height.
Is the slide-out drawer included with this Competition Cart?
No. This listing is for the standard Competition Cart without the drawer. The slide-out drawer is a separate, heavier configuration (505 lb / about 230 kg) and cannot be added to a Competition Cart later. If you want the drawer version, contact us and we can help you order or view it in the showroom.
Can I see the Competition Cart in person?
Yes. The orange Competition Cart is on the floor at our Wetherill Park showroom. Call 0434 010 411 to book a visit.
Does the ACS controller work without Wi-Fi?
Yes. The grill operates fully from the onboard controller without a Wi-Fi or Bluetooth connection. The FireBoard app adds remote monitoring and adjustment but is not required for normal operation. This matters at competition sites or locations without reliable connectivity.
Can I add the Wood-Fired Oven Attachment to this grill?
Yes. The Wood-Fired Oven Attachment is fully compatible with all YS640s configurations including the Competition Cart. It is available as an optional addition through our showroom. Ask us about it when you visit or call.
What pellets should I use in the YS640s?
Any 100% hardwood pellet without binders or fillers. We stock and personally use BBQr's Delight Contest Mix in our own YS640s and recommend it to every customer we deliver to. Avoid cheap supermarket pellets that use softwood fillers, they produce less smoke flavour, more ash, and foul the firepot faster over time.
How does delivery and installation work for the YS640s in Sydney?
BBQ Republic offers free delivery and installation across the Sydney metro area. Martin personally delivers every unit, positions it on site, pairs the ACS controller with Wi-Fi, and walks through your first cook before leaving. At 190 kg the grill requires professional installation, there is no flat-pack assembly and no courier drop-off at the kerb. We deliver pellet smokers within NSW only. Free delivery across Sydney metro, with free installation on freestanding models.
How does warranty work for Australian customers?
Every Yoder pellet grill purchased through BBQ Republic is backed by Yoder's 10-year cooking chamber warranty against rust-through, 3 years on electronics, and 1 year on the igniter and thermocouple. BBQ Republic is an official Yoder Smokers dealer, your warranty is fully supported through the correct factory channel from day one. Purchasing from an unauthorised seller or grey-market importer can void your warranty entirely. Warranty claims are handled directly through us.