Southbend (Middleby) 4482AC-2GR Ultimate Gas Ranges

Southbend Ultimate 48" Restaurant Range – 4 Burners, 24" Right-Side Griddle & Convection Oven (Model 448AC)

Built for demanding commercial kitchens, the Southbend Ultimate 48" Range pairs heavy-duty open-top performance with a high-output griddle and a full-feature convection oven—while giving you extra dry-storage space in a stainless cabinet base. From breakfast rush to dinner service, this single platform does it all.

Key Features

• 4 patented non-clog cast-iron burners (27,000 BTU each) with standing pilots.
• Wavy cast-iron grates maximize pan stability and let you slide cookware across the entire 27"-deep cooktop.
• 24" manual griddle—right side
  • ½" polished steel cooking plate with raised splash sides
  • 48,000 BTU burner system
  • Standing pilot for instant lighting
• Left-side convection oven
  • 32,000 BTU burner with battery spark ignition
  • 175 – 550 °F thermostat & ½ HP fan motor (115 V plug-in)
  • Porcelain-enameled cavity holds full-size sheet pans front-to-back or side-to-side
  • Includes 3 chrome racks / 5 positions & fan On/Off selector
• Right-side stainless cabinet base keeps pans & smallwares close at hand (doors available at no charge).
• 22 ½" flue riser with heavy-duty stainless shelf—ideal for small-pan staging or plating garnish.
• 4" front rail with integrated manual gas shut-off for the entire range.
• All-stainless exterior (front, sides, riser shelf) & 6" adjustable legs for easy leveling and cleaning beneath the unit.
• Factory-installed ¾" pressure regulator and battery pack—no field kit required.
• 1-year parts & labor warranty, supported nationwide by Southbend Authorized Service.

Performance at a Glance

Why Choose the Ultimate Series?

• Lifetime non-clog burners keep ports clear—even with heavy stock-pot use.
• Cast-iron wavy grates cradle round-bottom cookware and handle up to 14" pots on rear burners.
• Front-mounted shut-off and low-profile manifold simplify daily start-up and shutdown.
• Coved porcelain oven corners enhance airflow for fast, even baking and make wipe-down effortless.
• Engineered & assembled in Fuquay-Varina, North Carolina since 1898.

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