Description
Product Overview
Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 — Best Outdoor Charcoal Tandoor for Catering & Events
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is Tandoor Morni’s most affordable professional outdoor copper tandoor — authentic clay interior, charcoal and wood fired, 900–1,000 Degree F, 34×37 inches footprint. Free US shipping. Price: $2,599.
What Is the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 and Who Should Buy It?
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is the most affordable professional copper tandoor in the Tandoor Morni collection — and the entry point for outdoor operators, caterers and cooking enthusiasts who want authentic charcoal-fired clay tandoor results without the requirement for gas infrastructure or indoor certification. At $2,599, the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is built around the same hand-formed authentic clay pot and polished copper exterior as the rest of the CU Series, delivering the same 900–1,000 Degree F cooking temperatures and genuine smoky tandoori flavour that has made tandoor cooking legendary.
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is specifically for outdoor use — no gas line, no CSA certification required, no installation complexity. You bring it outdoors, load it with natural lump charcoal or seasoned hardwood, and you have a professional-grade live-fire clay oven that produces the irreplaceable authentic smoky tandoori flavour that no gas appliance can replicate. The rendered fat and spiced marinade that drips from skewered meats onto the live coals rises through the clay chamber and penetrates every surface of the food — a chemical reaction unique to live-fire charcoal cooking that defines the tandoori experience.
Who Is the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 For?
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is the right choice for buyers in the following situations. You cook outdoors — patio, backyard, poolside, rooftop terrace, open-air event venue, festival grounds. You prioritise authentic smoky tandoori flavour above all else. You provide catering for outdoor weddings, festivals or events. You are a home cooking enthusiast who wants a genuine live-fire tandoor experience on weekends. You want the most affordable entry point into professional copper tandoor cooking with no gas infrastructure costs.
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is not suitable for indoor restaurant or banquet hall kitchens — charcoal combustion produces carbon monoxide which makes indoor use unsafe. For indoor commercial use, the Propane Gas Tandoor Oven A02 is the identical-footprint model with CSA Z83.11 certification for indoor commercial installation.
The Clay Pot — Heart of the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04
Every Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is built around a true hand-formed clay inner pot. The natural, mineral-rich clay is shaped by hand and fired at high temperature to produce a dense, porous ceramic that behaves entirely differently from any metallic cooking surface. At 900 Degree F, the clay radiates heat from all directions simultaneously, stores thermal energy and releases it slowly, and absorbs aromatic compounds from charcoal and wood smoke — building a seasoning layer over time that deepens flavour with every cook session.
Free Shipping, Free Accessories Kit and Flexible Monthly Payments to Fit Your Budget
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 ships free to any US address within 3–5 business days. Every order includes a free accessories kit: 10 assorted skewers, naan rods (pair), 2 naan gaddi cushions, repair kit and curing paste. Instant Approval Payment Plans Available at Checkout. Call +1 (727) 251-6924 or email info@tandoormorni.com to arrange.
Key Features
Why Choose the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04?
Charcoal vs Gas
Why Charcoal Delivers Superior Tandoori Results
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is charcoal and wood-fired by design. Understanding the difference between charcoal and gas helps you choose the right model for your operation.
Charcoal and Wood — What You Get
- Irreplaceable authentic smoky flavour — rendered fat and spiced marinade drips onto live coals and rises through the clay chamber, creating the chemical reaction that defines traditional tandoori cuisine. No gas burner replicates this.
- 900–1,000 Degree F — full tandoori temperature — chars naan on clay walls in 90 seconds, locks juices into bone-in tandoori chicken, creates the golden crust on paneer tikka that gas flames cannot match.
- No infrastructure required — no gas line, no propane cylinder, no installation, no certification. Set up anywhere outdoors and begin cooking.
- Lowest total cost of ownership — no gas infrastructure investment, no installation cost, no certification fees. Charcoal is widely available and inexpensive.
When a Gas Tandoor Is the Better Choice
- Indoor commercial kitchens — building codes require CSA Z83.11 certification for gas cooking equipment used indoors. The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 is outdoor-only. For indoor restaurant use, choose the Propane Gas Tandoor Oven A02.
- Faster preheat — gas tandoors reach cooking temperature in 20–30 minutes vs 45–60 minutes for charcoal. For high-turnover restaurant services, gas is faster to manage between sittings.
- Precise temperature control — gas valve control delivers instant, reproducible temperature adjustment. Charcoal requires more active heat management.
Specifications
Technical Specifications — Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 (34×37 inches)
Outdoor Only
In Stock
| Model | Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 |
| SKU | CU04 |
| Dimensions (WxD) | 34×37 inches |
| Mouth Opening | 17 inches |
| Belly Diameter | 27 inches |
| Exterior | Polished copper |
| Interior | Authentic hand-formed clay |
| Fuel | Natural lump charcoal / coconut shell charcoal / seasoned hardwood |
| Max Temperature | 900–1,000 Degree F |
| Preheat Time | 45–60 minutes |
| Use Setting | Outdoor only |
| Certification | N/A — outdoor charcoal model |
| Naan Capability | Full — naan baked directly on clay walls |
| Sale Price | $2,599 USD |
| List Price | $3,458 USD |
| You Save | $859 USD |
| Shipping | Free — any US address |
| Delivery | 3–5 Business Days |
Free shipping included. In-transit insurance available at extra cost. Free accessories kit included. No hidden costs.
Official Document
Side-by-Side Comparison
Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 vs Charcoal Tandoor Oven CU02
The Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 and Charcoal Tandoor Oven CU02 share the same authentic clay interior, polished copper exterior and charcoal firing. The differences are size, capacity and price.
| Feature | You Are ViewingClay Tandoor Oven CU04 — $2,599 | Compare WithCharcoal Tandoor Oven CU02 — $2,499 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $2,599 — $100 less | $2,599 |
| Overall Size | 34×37 inches — most compact CU model | 34×37 inches |
| Mouth Opening | 17 inches | 17 inches — wider throughput |
| Belly Diameter | 27 inches | 27 inches |
| Max Temperature | 900–1,000 Degree F | 900–1,000 Degree F |
| Kitchen Footprint | Compact — fits tighter spaces | Medium |
| Best For | Backyard entertaining, mobile catering, budget-conscious outdoor operators | Mid-to-large outdoor catering, restaurants with outdoor stations, higher volume events |
| Fuel | Natural lump charcoal / coconut shell charcoal / seasoned hardwood (identical) | |
| Interior | Authentic hand-formed clay (identical) | |
| Exterior | Polished copper (identical) | |
| Naan Baking | Full clay-wall naan baking (identical) | |
| Preheat Time | 45–60 minutes (identical) | |
| Shipping | Free to any US address (identical) | |
Choose the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 if…
You regularly cater medium-to-large outdoor events and need more mouth clearance and production capacity. The wider 17-inch mouth and 34×37 inches footprint give you higher throughput per cooking cycle. You need the next step up from the Charcoal Tandoor Oven CU02.
Choose the Charcoal Tandoor Oven CU02 if…
You want the most affordable entry point at $2,499 and a compact 32×37 inches footprint for backyard entertaining and mobile catering where maximum production volume is not the primary requirement.
Full Range
Compare All Copper Tandoor Oven Models
Tandoor Morni offers 6 copper tandoor ovens — 3 outdoor charcoal models and 3 CSA-certified indoor gas models.
What’s Included
Free Accessories Kit — Clay Tandoor Oven CU04
Every Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 ships with a complete professional accessories kit so you can start cooking on the day your tandoor arrives. No upsell — everything is already in the box.
First Use
How to Cure the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 Before First Use
Every new clay tandoor must be cured before first use. This strengthens the clay pot, expands its pores uniformly and prepares it for high-temperature cooking. Follow these steps before your first cook.
Payments
Premium Cooking Made Affordable with Flexible Payments — flexible monthly payments to fit your budget. Instant approval payment plans available at checkout. Spread your $2,599 purchase into manageable instalments with no hassle.
Warranty and In-Transit Insurance
Warranty and In-Transit Insurance — Clay Tandoor Oven CU04
6-Month Copper Body Warranty
Every Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 ships with a 6-month manufacturing warranty on the copper body. If the polished copper exterior is damaged due to a manufacturing defect within 6 months of delivery, Tandoor Morni will repair or replace the affected component at no charge. This covers manufacturing faults — not damage from misuse, impact or outdoor weathering.
To make a warranty claim: contact our team at +1 (727) 251-6924 or email info@tandoormorni.com with your order number and clear photographs of the damage. Claims are typically reviewed within 2 business days.
In-Transit Insurance — Available at Extra Cost
In-transit insurance is available at an extra charge on every Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 order. If your oven is damaged during shipping and you have purchased the insurance, Tandoor Morni handles the insurance claim and replacement entirely. Contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photographs of any transit damage to initiate a claim.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions — Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 (34×37 inches)
What fuel does the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 use?
Can the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 be used indoors?
How long does the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 take to reach cooking temperature?
What accessories are included with the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04?
Does the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 ship free?
How does the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04 compare to the Propane Gas Tandoor Oven A02?
Are flexible payment plans available on the Clay Tandoor Oven CU04?
Customer Reviews
What Our Customers Say
Verified reviews from Google Business — real customers, real experiences.
 GOOGLE REVIEW★★★★★“Great product for restaurants.” MMandy JawleNovember 3, 2025 | GOOGLE REVIEW★★★★★ “This tandoor is a very good choice for anyone who loves authentic cooking.” MMandeep SinghNovember 3, 2025 | GOOGLE REVIEW★★★★★ “Real wood taste, easy to handle, and great results every time.” MMani RajNovember 3, 2025 | ||
| GOOGLE REVIEW★★★★★ “Perfect for desi-style cooking.” LLalit JoshiNovember 3, 2025 | GOOGLE REVIEW★★★★★ “Very happy with this tandoor highly recommended.” JJashanjot SinghNovember 3, 2025 | GOOGLE REVIEW★★★★★ “Great quality tandoor. Worth it.” HHarinder KaaurNovember 3, 2025 | ||
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