Dutch oven Petromax ft4.5 3.5 L Black Cast Iron

The Petromax Dutch oven ft4.5 is a 3.5 L cast-iron pot designed for outdoor cooking over open fire, charcoal or briquettes and for use in a home oven. Made from pre-treated (seasoned) cast iron, it stores and distributes heat efficiently, allowing for slow cooking, roasting and baking. The lid has a raised edge for placing embers or coals, the pot includes three steady legs and a sturdy handle for safe lifting, and a thermometer hole permits monitoring temperature without removing the lid. The lid’s underside can be used as a pan, and the exterior lid is marked with Petromax’s dragon logo. The ft4.5 model suits meals for about 2–5 people and fits a range of available accessories like a lid lifter, transport and storage bag, care conditioner and trivets.

Advantages

The cast-iron construction provides long-lasting durability, high heat retention and even heat distribution. The seasoned finish eliminates the need for initial seasoning and enables immediate use. Practical design details include three legs for stable placement over coals or fire, a solid handle for safe carrying, a thermometer hole for temperature checks, and a lid that doubles as a pan. The raised lid rim allows heating from above with embers or charcoal for baking applications.

Suitable for

• Outdoor cooking over open fire, charcoal or briquettes
• Baking bread and cakes
• Slow cooking stews, casseroles and soups
• Roasting and braising meat
• Use in a home oven for roasting and baking

Key specifications

• Brand: Petromax
• Model (MPN): ft4.5
• Capacity: approx. 3.5 L
• Material: Cast iron with seasoned finish
• Dimensions (W×D×H): 186 × 270 × 310 mm
• Weight: 7.9 kg
• EAN: 4250435730614

How to use

Place the Dutch oven on a stable heat source such as a grill, tripod, open fire, or inside a conventional oven. For outdoor baking or roasting, place embers or charcoal on the lid’s raised rim to heat from above while also heating from below with coals. Use the thermometer hole to check internal temperature without removing the lid. Lift the hot lid with the Petromax Lid Lifter or suitable heat-resistant tool; the lid can be used upside down as a shallow pan. Clean and care for the pot according to cast-iron guidelines, and use the supplied or recommended accessories for transport and storage.

Usage recommendations

Use medium to low heat for long, even cooking and avoid sudden temperature shocks. After cleaning, dry the Dutch oven thoroughly and apply a thin layer of oil to maintain the seasoned finish. Use the Lid Lifter to handle hot lids safely and the appropriate trivets when baking to prevent direct contact with fragile surfaces.