American Range AECB-48 48" Countertop Lava-Rock Broiler
140,000 BTU • Natural or LP Gas • Made in USADeliver authentic, smoky char-broiled flavor without sacrificing floor space. The American Range AECB-48 Char-Rock Broiler pairs volcanic lava rock, four high-output “H” burners, and rugged cast-iron grates to give you steakhouse quality results on any countertop.
Key Benefits
- Natural lava rock vaporizes drippings for flame-kissed taste and enticing aromas.
- Four individually controlled 35,000 BTU/hr cast-iron “H” burners (140,000 BTU total) ensure powerful, even heat across the entire 48" cooking surface.
- Sectioned, reversible cast-iron grates with built-in grease runners can sit flat or sloped to manage flare-ups and channel excess fat.
- Manual gas valves and standing pilots provide instant ignition and precise zone control.
- Full-length grease trough drains into a removable drip pan for fast cleanup.
- Polished stainless-steel front & sides and a fully insulated double-wall chassis withstand heavy-duty commercial use.
- 4" adjustable stainless legs elevate the unit for sanitation and easy service access.
- cETLus & ETL-Sanitation certified for safety and hygiene compliance.
- Designed, engineered, and built in the USA.
Perfect For
- Steakhouses, chophouses & BBQ concepts
- Gastro pubs & gourmet burger operations
- Hotel, resort & country-club kitchens
- Catering commissaries and mobile kitchens needing countertop firepower
Technical Specifications
| Model | AECB-48 |
|---|---|
| Gas Type | Natural Gas or Propane (field convertible) |
| Overall Width | 48" / 1,220 mm |
| Depth | 24" / 610 mm |
| Height (with legs) | 13 ¼" / 337 mm |
| Burners | 4 × Cast-Iron “H” Burners |
| Total Output | 140,000 BTU/hr (41.0 kW) |
| Grate Area | 48" W × 24" D |
| Gas Inlet | ¾" NPT (rear) |
| Manifold Pressure | Natural 5.0" W.C. | LP 10.0" W.C. |
| Shipping Weight | ≈ 465 lb / 352 kg* |
*Shipping weight includes pallet & packaging.
Clearances to combustibles: 12" sides, 4" rear. 0" clearance to non-combustible surfaces.
What’s Included
- Volcanic lava rocks
- Removable drip/grease pan
- 4" stainless adjustable legs (installed)
- Factory-mounted standing pilots
Warranty & Support
Protected by American Range’s limited warranty: 2 years parts & labor on the unit and 90 days on broiler burners, grates, and radiants. Register your equipment within 90 days of shipment to activate extended coverage.
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