Southbend (Middleby) 4481AC-2TR Ultimate Gas Ranges
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Southbend (Middleby) 4481AC-2TR Ultimate Gas Ranges
Description
Ultimate 48" Gas Restaurant Range with 24" Right-Side Griddle & Convection Oven
Southbend Model 448AC | 212,000 BTU | cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSFEngineered for demanding commercial kitchens, the Southbend Ultimate 48" Series delivers the rugged durability, high-output performance and menu versatility chefs rely on every day. Four lifetime-clog-free open burners, a precision thermostatic griddle and a true commercial convection oven are packed into an all-stainless chassis that’s built to thrive on the cook line.
Why You’ll Love It
- 212,000 BTU total output—plenty of firepower for simultaneous sautéing, searing & baking.
- 4 × 33 k BTU non-clog open burners with heavy cast-iron grates (rear grate holds up to a 14" stock pot).
- 24" right-mounted griddle with a ½" polished steel plate and thermostatic controls for precise zone cooking.
- Battery-spark convection oven (32 k BTU) circulates air with a ½ hp fan for fast, even baking and roasting; three racks fit full-size sheet pans either direction.
- 18" stainless cabinet base—keep sheet pans, hotel pans or smallwares right where you need them.
- 22½" flue riser with integrated shelf adds convenient plating and seasoning space.
- Front-mounted manual gas shut-off and factory-installed regulator simplify installation & service.
- One-piece, spring-assisted oven door and removable drip trays speed daily cleaning.
- 6" stainless steel legs adjust for a level, code-compliant installation on any commercial floor.
- Backed by a 1-year parts & labor warranty and nationwide Southbend service network.
Performance at a Glance
- Open-top burners: 33 k BTU each (standing pilots for instant lighting).
- Griddle section: 48 k BTU (range 175 °F-550 °F via thermostatic valves).
- Convection oven: 32 k BTU, 175 °F-550 °F; 5-position rack guides, 3 racks included.
- Total gas input: 212 k BTU/hr.
Technical Specifications
| Overall width | 48 5/8" (1235 mm) |
|---|---|
| Overall depth | 42 1/8" (1070 mm) |
| Work-surface height | 37" (940 mm) |
| Height w/ flue shelf | 59 1/2" (1511 mm) |
| Open burners | 4 × 33 k BTU cast-iron, non-clog |
| Griddle plate | 24" W × 27" D × ½" T polished steel, right side |
| Oven type / capacity | Convection, 14" H × 26" W × 24" D (fits full-size sheet pans front-to-back or side-to-side) |
| Gas connection | ¾" NPT (rear; opposite the griddle) |
| Gas inlet pressure | Natural 7" W.C. (LP 11" W.C. with field-supplied kit) |
| Electrical (oven fan) | 115 V / 60 Hz / 1 Ø, 5.9 A, 6' cord & 3-prong plug |
| Shipping weight | ≈ 735 lb (334 kg) |
| Certifications | cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF |
| Warranty | 1 year parts & labor (commercial use) |
Southbend equipment is intended for professional kitchens and must be installed under a properly sized vent hood in accordance with local codes.
