Napoleon Cast Iron Charcoal & Smoker Tray — Fits Prestige & LEX Grills, Heavy-Gauge Heat Retention

Use your Napoleon Prestige or LEX gas grill as a charcoal grill and smoker with this cast-iron charcoal and smoker tray.

If you enjoy the rich aroma and searing capability of charcoal but prefer the convenience of a gas heater, this Napoleon cast iron charcoal and smoker tray turns compatible Prestige and LEX grills into a hybrid cooking station. The tray sits directly on the grill burners, allowing fast light-up with gas and steady radiant heat from cast iron. Add wood chips for smoke while you grill with familiar gas controls.

How does the charcoal tray convert a gas grill for charcoal cooking?

The tray replaces the grill’s sear plates and cooking grids, resting over the burners so charcoal can be ignited with the gas flame. Once the briquettes or lump charcoal reach an even glow, you switch off the gas and continue cooking over the cast-iron bed. This creates a charcoal surface inside the existing gas housing without modifying the grill.

• Rests on burners—no tools or permanent changes required
• Ignites quickly using the bottom gas burner
• Designed to work with Napoleon Prestige and LEX series
• Cast-iron mass holds and radiates heat evenly

What smoking options does this tray provide for adding wood flavor?

Alongside charcoal, the tray accommodates wood chips or chunks to infuse food with smoke while you grill. The cast-iron body helps maintain steady temperatures so wood smolders rather than flares, producing gentle smoke for taste layering. Use small amounts of soaked or dry chips depending on how strong you want the smoke.

• Room for wood chips or small chunks directly on coals
• Produces controlled smoke when burners are turned down or off
• Works for short smoke bursts or longer, low-and-slow sessions

How durable and easy to maintain is the cast iron tray?

Made from heavy-gauge cast iron, the tray is built to withstand high heat and the stresses of repeated grilling sessions. Cast iron benefits from seasoning and can be cleaned with a brush once cooled; routine maintenance helps prevent rust and extends service life. It’s a robust, long-lasting accessory when cared for properly.

• Thick cast-iron construction for heat retention and durability
• Season after first use to build a protective surface
• Simple scraping and brushing for routine cleaning

Will this fit my Napoleon gas grill model and how do I install it?

The tray is designed to fit most Napoleon gas grills, specifically the Prestige and LEX ranges, by replacing your grill’s existing sear plates and cooking grids. Installation is straightforward: remove the current grids and sear plates, set the charcoal tray on the burner assembly, add charcoal, then return the cooking grids. No permanent modifications are required.

• Compatible with many Prestige and LEX Napoleon models
• Installation needs no tools—swap parts by hand
• Use on top burners and follow safety steps for lighting

Who is this for: This cast iron charcoal and smoker tray suits backyard grillers who want charcoal flavor without a separate charcoal appliance, owners of Napoleon Prestige or LEX gas grills seeking versatility, and cooks who like to experiment with smoke profiles using wood chips. It’s ideal for anyone who wants a sturdy, removable accessory to add sear, smoke, and traditional charcoal taste while preserving the convenience of a gas setup.

Features:

• Fits most Napoleon gas grills
• Cast iron construction for heat retention and durability
• Includes smoker option for wood-chip smoke flavor
• Made in China