Southbend (middleby)

Southbend (middleby) 4483ac-3gl ultimate gas ranges

SKU: 4483AC-3GL
$15,437.00
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Southbend “Ultimate” 48" Gas Restaurant Range

36" Left-Side Griddle • 2 Star/Sauté Burners • Convection Oven • 162,000 BTU

Engineered for the pace of the busiest commercial kitchens, the Southbend Ultimate 48" range fuses a high-output griddle, precision star burners and a powerful convection oven into one rugged, space-saving workstation. Stainless-steel construction, simple standing pilots and battery-spark ignition make it as reliable as it is versatile.

Performance You Can Count On

  • 162,000 BTU total fire-power—66K from two 33K star burners, 64K griddle, 32K convection oven.
  • 33K cast-iron star/​sauté burners deliver an even flame pattern for rapid, edge-to-edge pan heating.
  • 36" polished ½" steel griddle (left) with raised sides handles everything from breakfast to burgers.
  • Battery-spark convection oven (175–550 °F) with 3 racks & 5 positions for full-size pans.
  • 18" stainless cabinet base (right side) keeps sheet pans or smallwares within arm’s reach.
  • 22½" flue riser with integrated shelf adds convenient plating or seasoning space.
  • Stainless front, sides & rail plus 6" adjustable legs for fast cleaning under & around the unit.
  • Front-mounted manual gas shut-off and factory regulator simplify installation & service.

Technical Specifications

Model Ultimate 448 AC-2SB-36G
Gas Type Natural (field-convertible to LP)
Total Input 162,000 BTU/hr
Open Burners (2) 33,000 BTU star/​sauté, cast-iron grate, standing pilot
Griddle 36" W × 27" D, 64,000 BTU, ½" smooth steel plate, left-mounted, standing pilot
Oven Type 32,000 BTU convection, battery spark ignition, 115 V plug (5.9 A)
Oven Interior 14" H × 26" W × 24" D, porcelain enamel, 3 racks / 5 positions
Cabinet Base 18" stainless compartment with adjustable shelf (doors optional)
Exterior Dimensions 48 5⁄8" W × 34" D × 59½" H (to top of flue shelf)
Cooking Height 37"
Gas Connection ¾" NPT (rear, opposite griddle side)
Certifications cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF
Warranty 1-Year parts & labor (see Southbend limited warranty)

Designed for Demanding Kitchens

  • 27" deep cook surface accommodates large stock pots without crowding.
  • Rear grate accepts up to 14" diameter cookware—perfect for sauces & stocks.
  • Spring-assisted oven door and coved porcelain corners speed nightly clean-up.
  • Battery-spark system lights the oven without reliance on an external power source.

Recommended for installation beneath a vented hood. Minimum 10" clearance to combustibles on sides and rear. Consult local codes prior to installation.

Warranty Reminder: Using oversized cookware on the front rail or blocking ventilation with sheet pans can cause heat damage not covered under warranty. Always keep pots & pans within burner grates and follow the cleaning procedures outlined in the owner’s manual.

Overall Dimensions:

48.63"W x 44.5"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 44.5in
Shipping Weight 735.0lbs
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Base (1) convection oven, (1) cabinet
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Top (2) open burners, (1) 36" griddle
Specifications Ultimate Restaurant Range, gas, 48", (2) star/sauté 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

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

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