The 24 Quart stainless steel stock pot includes the pictured stainless steel pot and stainless steel lid. The 24 Quart stainless steel stock pot excludes the stainless steel basket for those who will not be using this pot for boiling or steaming. The 24 Quart stainless steel pot measures 12 1/2 inches x 11 1/3 inches. The steaming rim on the top of the pot is there just in case you decide to purchase a stainless steel basket in the future.