Southbend (middleby)

Southbend (middleby) 4361a-2tl ultimate gas ranges

SKU: 4361A-2TL
$12,051.00
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Southbend “Ultimate” 36" Gas Restaurant Range

2 Open Burners • 24" Thermostatic Griddle (Left) • Convection Oven Base • 146,000 BTU

Power, precision and rock-solid durability—packed into just 36 inches of kitchen floor-space. Southbend’s Ultimate series combines high-efficiency non-clog burners, a full-size griddle and a bakery-grade convection oven so your line can sauté, sear, grill and bake without missing a ticket.

Why You’ll Love It
  • Versatile Cooktop – (2) 33 k BTU open burners plus a 24" griddle let you juggle pans and pancakes side-by-side.
  • True Thermostatic Control – ½" thick steel griddle plate holds 175–550 °F for consistent browning across the entire surface.
  • High-Performance Convection – 32 k BTU oven with three racks (five positions) and battery-spark ignition delivers even bakes and roasts.
  • All-Stainless Exterior – Front, sides, 22½" flue riser/shelf and 6" adjustable legs resist corrosion and wipe clean fast.
  • Front Gas Shut-off – Service the whole range from a single valve without reaching behind hot equipment.
  • Built for the Long Haul – Cast-iron grates, lifetime clog-free burners and a fully porcelain-enameled oven cavity.
  • Certified & Covered – cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF listed with a 1-year parts & labor warranty.
At-a-Glance Specifications
Series / Model Ultimate 436A (Griddle-Left, Convection Oven)
Overall Dimensions 36.5" W × 42.13" D × 59.5" H (to top of flue riser)
Cooking Surface Height 37"
Total Input 146,000 BTU/hr – Natural Gas
Open Top Burners (2) Non-clog cast iron, 33 k BTU each
Griddle 24" left, 64 k BTU, ½" steel plate, thermostatic 175-550 °F
Oven Base 32 k BTU convection, battery spark ignition, includes 3 racks
Gas Connection ¾" NPT (right-hand rear when griddle is on left)
Electrical 115 V / 5.9 A / 1-ph, 6' cord & NEMA plug (for convection motor)
Construction Stainless steel front, sides, shelf & flue riser; 6" stainless legs
Certifications cCSAus • CSA Flame • CSA Star • NSF
Warranty 1 year limited parts & labor (factory service network)
Perfect For
  • High-volume restaurants needing wok-level burner power plus griddle versatility.
  • Diners and cafes that flip between breakfast service and lunch rush without extra equipment.
  • Ghost and test kitchens where space is tight but convection baking is a must.
Installation Note: Use only on approved flooring or consult the factory for alternate mounting kits. A ¾" flex gas hose with restraining device and a properly sized vent hood are required.

To protect front-rail components, place cookware 12" and larger over the rear burners. Need different burner or griddle configurations? Contact us—custom builds and quick financing options are available.

Overall Dimensions:

36.5"W x 43.6"D x 59.5"H

Product Weight:

660.0 lb
Manufacturer Southbend (Middleby)
Brand name Ultimate
Certifications ["NSF", "cCSAus", "CSA Star", "CSA Flame"]
Height 59.5in
Width 36.5in
Depth 43.6in
Shipping Weight 660.0lbs
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Base (1) convection oven
Top (2) open burners, (1) 24" griddle with thermostats
Specifications Ultimate Restaurant Range, gas, 36", (2) non-clog burners, standard grates, (1) 24" griddle left, thermostatic controls, standing pilot, (1) convection oven with battery spark ignition, includes (3) racks, 22-1/2" flue riser with shelf, stainless steel front, sides, shelf & 6" adjustable legs, 146,000 BTU, cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF

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  • Return requests must be submitted within 30 days of delivery 
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  • 35% restocking fee and return freight/crating fees apply 
  • Consumable products are not returnable 

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