Overview
One centerpiece. Two experiences.
The Arteflame Classic 40" Fire Pit with Cooktop combines the atmosphere of a sculptural outdoor fire feature with the versatility of a large live-fire cooking surface.
Its removable 1/2-inch solid carbon-steel cooktop provides more than 1,250 square inches of flat-top cooking space, allowing you to prepare an entire meal around the fire. Heat is most intense toward the center and becomes progressively gentler toward the outer edge, creating multiple cooking zones on the same surface.
At the heart of the design is a seamless U.S. CORTEN weathering-steel fire bowl that develops Arteflame's signature evolving patina as it lives outdoors.
Choose a Short Round Base for a clean, minimalist presentation, a Short Euro Base for a more architectural foundation, or No Base for a custom built-in installation.
Cook around the fire. Serve directly from the cooktop. Then remove the cooking surface and let the flames become the centerpiece of the evening.
Key Features
- 1,250+ Sq. In. Cooking Surface — The 40" flat-top provides generous room for preparing multiple foods at once.
- 1,000°F+ High-Heat Zone — Temperatures near the center can exceed 1,000°F for high-heat cooking and searing.
- 1/2" Solid Carbon-Steel Cooktop — A substantial cooking surface designed for heat retention and repeated live-fire use.
- Multiple Heat Zones — The cooktop naturally becomes cooler as you move outward from the center, allowing different foods to cook at different temperatures.
- Removable Cooktop — Remove the flat-top when cooking is finished and use the CORTEN bowl as a dedicated fire feature.
- U.S. CORTEN Weathering-Steel Fire Bowl — Designed to develop the distinctive weathered appearance associated with Arteflame.
- Three Configuration Options — Choose Short Round Base, Short Euro Base, or No Base for custom integration.
- Hardwood or Lump Charcoal — Cook over seasoned hardwood, lump charcoal, or a combination suited to your preferred live-fire setup.
- Gas-Conversion Capability — Can be configured for gas use when paired with the appropriate compatible conversion equipment.
- Built-In Flexibility — The No Base configuration gives designers and homeowners a starting point for custom masonry and outdoor-kitchen installations.
- Made in the USA — Manufactured in the United States using substantial outdoor materials.
Why This Product Stands Out
The Classic 40" Fire Pit with Cooktop is designed for buyers who want the fire feature to remain the visual priority.
Unlike Arteflame's full grill configurations, this model centers the experience around the CORTEN fire bowl and removable flat-top cooktop.
With the cooktop in place, the live fire becomes a large circular cooking system.
With the cooktop removed, the same structure becomes an open fire bowl.
That dual-purpose design allows one installation to move naturally through the evening:
Cook → Dine → Gather Around the Fire
The three configuration options also make this one of the most flexible Arteflame models from a design perspective.
Choose a low-profile freestanding base or integrate the bowl directly into a custom outdoor environment.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Arteflame |
| Product | Classic 40" Fire Pit with Cooktop |
| Series | Classic |
| Overall Diameter | 40" |
| Overall Height | Approx. 12" with Short Base Configurations |
| Cooking Area | 1,250+ Sq. In. |
| Cooktop Material | Solid Carbon Steel |
| Cooktop Thickness | 1/2" |
| Cooktop | Removable |
| High-Heat Zone | 1,000°F+ Near Center |
| Fire Bowl Material | U.S. CORTEN Weathering Steel |
| Base Options | Short Round, Short Euro, No Base |
| Short Base Material | Steel |
| Approximate Weight | Approx. 290 lb., Configuration Dependent |
| Standard Fuel | Hardwood or Lump Charcoal |
| Gas Conversion | Compatible with Appropriate Conversion Equipment |
| Installation | Freestanding or Custom Built-In |
| Manufacturing | Made in the USA |
Who This Is For
The Arteflame Classic 40" Fire Pit with Cooktop is ideal for homeowners, designers, and outdoor-living enthusiasts who want a fire feature with meaningful cooking capability.
It is particularly well suited for:
- Luxury patios
- Poolside entertaining areas
- Contemporary landscapes
- Outdoor kitchens
- Custom hardscape projects
- Courtyards
- Vacation properties
- Built-in fire-feature installations
- Homeowners who entertain frequently
- Buyers who want a low-profile Arteflame configuration
This model is especially compelling when the goal is not simply to add another grill, but to create a fire-centered outdoor gathering space that can also cook an entire meal.
Choose Your Configuration
Short Round Base
The Short Round Base creates the cleanest and most understated freestanding configuration.
Its simple circular form complements the shape of the bowl and cooktop, keeping the overall silhouette low and visually balanced.
Choose this configuration when you want:
- Minimalist design
- A low-profile fire feature
- Simple circular geometry
- A restrained architectural presence
Short Euro Base
The Short Euro Base introduces a more sculptural foundation.
Its slide-together leg structure creates a stronger architectural statement while preserving the lower fire-pit-oriented profile.
Choose this configuration when you want:
- A more expressive base
- Architectural character
- More visible negative space beneath the bowl
- The base itself to contribute to the design
No Base — Built-In Ready
The No Base configuration includes the fire bowl and cooktop without a freestanding foundation.
It is intended for custom integration into an appropriate purpose-designed installation.
Potential applications include:
- Masonry surrounds
- Outdoor kitchens
- Custom hardscape
- Architectural platforms
- Bespoke landscape designs
Final installation should follow Arteflame's current clearance, ventilation, structural, and fire-safety requirements.
1,250+ Square Inches of Flat-Top Cooking
The 40" cooktop provides more than 1,250 square inches of usable flat-top cooking space.
That gives you room to prepare multiple parts of a meal at the same time.
Depending on the menu, the surface can accommodate:
- Steaks
- Burgers
- Seafood
- Vegetables
- Breakfast foods
- Bread
- Side dishes
- Foods being finished or held warm
The open circular layout also keeps the cooking experience visible and social.
1,000°F+ High-Heat Center Zone
Heat is strongest toward the center of the cooktop.
According to the supplied specifications, temperatures in this area can exceed 1,000°F.
Foods that benefit from more intense heat can be positioned closer to the center, while ingredients requiring gentler cooking can be moved farther outward.
This creates a simple temperature-management system based on placement rather than burner controls.
Multiple Cooking Zones
The cooktop naturally develops a heat gradient.
Center: highest heat
Middle: general cooking
Outer edge: gentler cooking, finishing, or holding
This allows several foods to be prepared simultaneously without treating the entire cooking surface as one temperature.
Fire Pit First, Cooking Surface Second
This configuration should not be confused with the full Arteflame Classic 40" Grill.
The distinction is important.
The Fire Pit with Cooktop is built around the fire-bowl experience and removable flat-top cooking surface.
A center grill/sizzle grate is not part of the standard package based on the supplied product information.
That means the standard cooking experience is primarily the expansive carbon-steel flat-top surrounding the central fire opening.
Optional compatible accessories can expand the cooking setup if desired.
CORTEN Weathering Steel
The fire bowl is made from U.S. CORTEN weathering steel.
Its surface is intended to evolve with outdoor exposure, developing the characteristic weathered appearance associated with Arteflame.
That changing finish is part of the design.
Rather than trying to maintain a painted or uniform exterior, the CORTEN bowl gradually develops more visual character over time.
Hardwood or Lump Charcoal
The standard configuration is designed for live-fire cooking with:
Hardwood
For a traditional wood-fire cooking experience.
Lump Charcoal
For a more concentrated and predictable heat source.
The choice can be adapted to the meal and preferred cooking style.
Gas Conversion Capability
The fire pit can also support gas operation when paired with the appropriate compatible conversion equipment.
Because conversion components and installation requirements can vary, gas use should follow:
- Arteflame's current conversion instructions
- Approved compatible equipment
- Local gas codes
- Required ventilation and clearance standards
- Qualified installation practices where applicable
The standard product should not be assumed to include gas-conversion hardware unless specifically stated in the selected package.
From Cooking Surface to Open Fire
The removable cooktop is what gives this model its dual identity.
During the meal, it functions as a large circular flat-top.
Afterward, remove the cooking surface and the CORTEN bowl becomes the focus.
The same installation can therefore support:
Cooking → Dining → Open-Fire Entertaining
That transition is the defining appeal of this model.
What's Included
Your Arteflame Classic 40" Fire Pit with Cooktop includes:
- 40" CORTEN steel fire bowl
- Removable 40" carbon-steel cooktop
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Selected configuration:
- Short Round Base
- Short Euro Base
- No Base
Optional Accessories
Compatible accessories may include:
- Center grill or sizzle grate
- Cover
- Other Arteflame cooking accessories
Important: The center grill/sizzle grate is an optional accessory for this configuration and should not be presented as included unless the selected package specifically states otherwise.
Fire Pit with Cooktop vs. Classic 40" Grill
| Feature | Fire Pit with Cooktop | Classic 40" Grill |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Identity | Fire Pit + Flat-Top Cooking | Full Live-Fire Grill |
| 40" Cooktop | Yes | Yes |
| 1/2" Carbon-Steel Cooktop | Yes | Yes |
| 1,250+ Sq. In. | Yes | Yes |
| Center Grill Grate Included | No — Optional | Yes |
| Fire Bowl Function | Yes | Yes |
| Low Short-Base Options | Yes | Configuration Dependent |
| Built-In No-Base Option | Yes | Model Dependent |
| Best For | Fire-Centered Outdoor Design | Cooking-Centered Entertaining |
This comparison should be especially visible on your Shopify site because the two products can otherwise appear very similar at first glance.
Care & Maintenance
Treat the carbon-steel cooktop similarly to other seasoned carbon-steel cooking surfaces.
For routine care:
- Scrape food residue from the cooktop after cooking.
- Maintain the surface seasoning according to Arteflame's instructions.
- Apply an appropriate light coating of oil when needed.
- Remove cooled ash and debris from the bowl regularly.
- Keep the fire bowl drainage and interior free of excessive debris.
- Allow all components to cool completely before handling.
- Follow Arteflame's current maintenance instructions.
The CORTEN fire bowl is designed to develop its natural weathered appearance outdoors.
Important Safety Information
The Arteflame is an outdoor live-fire cooking and fire feature.
Always:
- Operate it outdoors with adequate ventilation.
- Install it on a stable, appropriate surface.
- Maintain required clearances from combustible materials.
- Follow local fire regulations.
- Never leave an active fire unattended.
- Keep children and pets away from hot surfaces.
- Allow the bowl and cooktop to cool completely before removal or handling.
- Follow Arteflame's current installation and operating instructions.
For built-in or gas-converted installations, follow all additional site-specific and local requirements.
Common Questions
How much cooking space does it provide?
More than 1,250 square inches.
How thick is the cooktop?
The cooktop is 1/2-inch solid carbon steel.
Does it include a center grill grate?
No. The center grill/sizzle grate is an optional accessory for this configuration.
How hot is the center cooking area?
1,000°F+ near the center.
Can the cooktop be removed?
Yes. Removing the cooktop converts the unit into an open fire bowl.
What's the difference between the Short Round and Short Euro bases?
The Short Round Base provides a simpler circular foundation. The Short Euro Base has a more sculptural architectural leg design.
Can it be built into an outdoor kitchen?
Yes. The No Base configuration is intended for appropriate custom built-in applications.
What fuel can I use?
Hardwood or lump charcoal in the standard configuration.
Can it be converted to gas?
Gas conversion is possible with appropriate compatible equipment.
Is gas conversion hardware included?
No.
How much does it weigh?
Approximately 290 lb., depending on configuration.
Is this the same as the Classic 40" Grill?
No. The Fire Pit with Cooktop does not include the center grill grate as standard equipment based on the supplied specifications.