can 2 turkeys fit rotisserie...

[jmc0369]

I have a 55 gal drum UDS/007 and wondering/hoping two birds can be fit on a spit kneck to butt and spun over the live fire.



Question is will two 12 pounders fit. My spit rod is a onegrill 1/2 hex and a nice 13 watt motor.


Looking forward to the responses.

 

[sudsandswine]

I believe the diameter is about the same as a 22” Weber kettle? If so, I don’t think you’ll get two turkeys on there. Two large chickens is tight. I generally rotisserie a 13-14 lb bird on my 22” rotisserie and there’s not a lot of extra room.

 

[SMOKE FREAK]

Agree with Suds.

 

[Itsdone]

Maybe spatch them, then sandwich/truss them skin sides facing out?

 

[Juggy D Beerman]

Here is something else to consider. If the birds do fit on the rotisserie, will the motor and gears be able to handle 24 lbs of weight? I am not familiar with rotisseries and their capabilities so that is why I am asking this question. (At least I didn't claim I was asking for a friend...........)

 

[jmc0369]

Yeah, the onegrill motor is rated for 30lbs imbalanced or 50lbs balanced.



I figure it would be very tight if I do get them to fit. I do like the duo-spatchcocked idea too.

 

[cholloway]

Rotisserie one and let it baste the spatchcocked one below it.