Magma Crossover Grill Top

- Best for:
- Car camping, RVs, boating, tailgates and other situations where weight/pack size are not critical but high-quality grilling is desired
- Skip it if you want:
- Backpacking, ultralight trips, solo picnics or situations where a small/cheap grill is sufficient
Main tradeoff: High price relative to basic portable grills
Before you buy
Why it works
- Heavy-duty marine-grade 304 stainless construction with cast-aluminum base resists corrosion and feels very durableManufacturer
- Gets very hot (up to ~700°F) and cooks evenly thanks to an integrated diffuser platePublished reviews
- Hinged lid with built-in thermometer and latches for secure transportManufacturer
- Tool-free mounting onto the Crossover firebox and convenient handles/latches make it relatively easy to carry and set upManufacturer
Tradeoffs
- High price relative to basic portable grillsBob Vila
- Heavy and bulky (grill top ~20 lb), making it unsuitable for backpacking or long carriesManufacturer
- Minimal cooking instructions included from the manufacturer, requiring users to learn by doingBob Vila
- Mounting lacks a locking pin and could use additional support; corners may heat less than center requiring repositioningSmokedBBQSource
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Details
About the Magma Crossover Grill Top
The Magma Crossover Grill Top is a covered barbecue attachment for the Crossover firebox system. Built from 304 brushed stainless steel with a cast aluminum base and innovative diffuser plate for even heat distribution. Features a hinged lid with integrated thermometer that reaches up to 700 degrees, stainless steel cooking grates, and a warming rack. Drops directly onto any Crossover single or double burner firebox with no tools needed.
Specifications
- Weight
- 20 lb
- Packed size
- 19 x 18 x 10 inches
- Capacity
- 4-6 people
- Materials
- 304 stainless steel exterior (mirror-polished marine-grade on current model), cast-aluminum base, 304 stainless grates, thermoplastic handles
- Colors
- mirror-polished stainless
- Changes from the last model
- Marine Crossover Grill Top (CO10-103-M) replaced earlier brushed SS CO10-103 with a mirror-polished marine-grade finish; mechanically similar otherwise
Questions (1)
- Is it worth the price over cheaper alternatives?
- For frequent car, RV, or boat campers who want high build quality, corrosion resistance, and strong searing performance, the durability and modular capabilities can justify the premium; occasional users may prefer a less expensive dedicated Weber or Coleman.
Care and warranty
Care
- rinse and dry after saltwater use
- store dry and with lid closed to keep pests out
- clean grease trap after each use and replace foil liners if used
- periodically check and tighten latch/handle screws
What tends to wear out
- grates can warp after many heavy hot/cold cycles
- plastic handle/latch may show wear with heavy use
- grease trap buildup if not regularly emptied
Durability
- 304 stainless holds up in outdoor weather with little rust
- minor latch wear reported after heavy transport; replacement parts available
Warranty
3-year warranty on the Crossover system; dealers generally responsive when contacted
Sources
“beautifully and durably constructed…almost entirely from heavy-gauge stainless steel; gets very hot and heats evenly”
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Last updated July 10, 2026



