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Southbend Ultimate 48" Gas Restaurant Range with 36" Griddle & Convection Oven

Model 448AC | 162,000 BTU | cCSAus • CSA Star • NSF

Built for chefs who demand rugged reliability and multi-station versatility, the Southbend Ultimate Series packs a high-output griddle, clog-free open burners, a full-size convection oven, and a stainless storage cabinet into a single 48" footprint.

Key Features
  • Two (2) 33,000 BTU patented non-clog cast-iron burners with standing pilots.
  • Left-mounted 36" smooth griddle (½" polished steel plate, 96,000 BTU) with raised splash sides for even, responsive heat.
  • Gas convection oven (32,000 BTU) with battery-spark ignition, 175 °F – 550 °F thermostat, and three chrome racks.
  • 18" stainless steel cabinet base on the right—keeps sheet pans, smallwares or spices close at hand.
  • 22½" flue riser with heavy-duty overshelf for plating and tool storage.
  • Front-mounted manual gas shut-off and factory-installed ¾" regulator for fast, code-compliant hook-up.
  • All-stainless exterior, 4" front rail, and 6" adjustable stainless legs for easy cleaning under and around the unit.
  • Certified to cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star & NSF standards for commercial kitchens.
Performance at a Glance
Total Input 162,000 BTU/hr (natural or LP)
Open Burners 2 × 33,000 BTU non-clog cast iron
Griddle 36" wide, 96,000 BTU, ½" polished steel
Oven Type Gas convection, battery-spark ignition
Oven Capacity 14"H × 26"W × 24"D – holds full-size pans side-to-side or front-to-back
Racks Supplied 3 chrome racks, 5 rack positions
Cooking Surface Height 37"
Overall Dimensions 48⅝"W × 34"D × 59½"H (to top of riser)
Gas Connection ¾" NPT (opposite the griddle location)
Electrical 115 V, 5.9 A, NEMA 5-15P (convection fan)
What’s Included
  • Three (3) nickel-plated oven racks
  • Factory-installed pressure regulator
  • Operator’s manual & start-up instructions
Installation Note: For non-quarry tile floors or when using oversized cookware (12" Ø +), follow Southbend’s guidelines to prevent heat damage and maintain warranty coverage.
Warranty & Financing

Backed by Southbend’s 1-year parts & labor warranty and a nationwide network of authorized service agencies. Need help with cash flow? Middleby Equipment Financing offers fast approvals and fixed monthly payments so you can start cooking sooner.

Overall Dimensions:

48.63"W x 43.6"D x 59.5"H

Product Weight:

735.0 lb
Manufacturer Southbend (Middleby)
Brand name Ultimate
Certifications ["NSF", "cCSAus", "CSA Star", "CSA Flame"]
Height 59.5in
Width 48.63in
Depth 43.6in
Shipping Weight 735.0lbs
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Base (1) convection oven, (1) cabinet
Top (2) open burners, (1) 36" griddle
Specifications Ultimate Restaurant Range, gas, 48", (2) non-clog burners, standard grates, (1) 36" griddle left, standing pilot, (1) convection oven with battery spark ignition, (1) cabinet base, includes (3) racks, 22-1/2" flue riser with shelf, stainless steel front, sides, shelf & 6" adjustable legs, 162,000 BTU, cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF

Certifications & Compliance

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NSF Certified
Certified badge of CSA Certified
CSA Certified

Documents

PDF Cutsheet PDF Download PDF Middleby financial flyer PDF Download PDF Owner's manual PDF Download PDF Warranty sheet PDF Download

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