Turn a simple 44-gallon drum into a portable fire cooking station with this clever flat-pack cradle.

Got an old 44-gallon drum lying around? Cut it down, drop it in this cradle, and you've got yourself a serious fire pit that's perfect for camping, the beach, or anywhere you want to cook over flames. It's the ultimate DIY fire cooking solution simple, effective, and built to last.

Why This Cradle Changes Everything

• Lifts your drum off the ground – Protects grass, sand, or surfaces from intense heat damage
• Better airflow – Elevating the drum improves combustion for a hotter, cleaner-burning fire
• Flat-packs for portability – Breaks down quickly for easy transport in your Ute or trailer
• Works with cut-down 44-gallon drums – Use what you've got or pick up a drum cheaply
• 13kg steel construction – Heavy-duty build that handles the weight and heat
• 100% Australian-made – Handcrafted by our family right here in Australia

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How It Works

Acquire a Cut down a standard 44-gallon drum to your preferred height (we recommend around 300-400mm for cooking). Drop it into the cradle, and you're ready to build a fire. The cradle keeps the drum elevated, protecting whatever surface you're on while improving airflow for better fire performance.

When you're done, the cradle flat packs for easy storage and transport. Throw it in the back of the Ute and take it wherever you need a fire camping trips, beach sessions, or rotating spots around your property.

Perfect For

• Portable fire cooking at campsites, beaches, or remote locations
• DIY fire pit enthusiasts who want a budget-friendly solution
• Protecting surfaces from heat damage
• Anyone who already has a 44-gallon drum and wants to put it to work
• Temporary fire setups that need to move around

Works With All ACK Gear

Pair your drum fire pit with our swinging kitchen systems, BBQ pans, hot plates, and cooking accessories for a complete outdoor cooking setup.

Built to Last

This isn't flimsy camping gear. We handcraft every cradle from heavy-duty Australian steel with the same attention to detail we put into all our ACK products. The 13kg weight tells you everything—this is serious equipment built to handle decades of use.

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Got questions about setup or drum sizing?

Give us a call on 0429 697 241—we're always happy to help.

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