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Southbend Ultimate 48″ Gas Restaurant Range – 36″ Thermostatic Griddle & Convection Oven
Model 448AC | 2 Star Burners | 162,000 BTUMaster every menu rush with one heavy-duty station. From high-heat sautéing to precision griddling and even-bake convection, the Southbend Ultimate Series gives chefs the versatility and durability they demand in a single 48-inch footprint.
Performance Highlights
- (2) 33,000 BTU cast-iron star/sauté burners with lifetime clog-free ports.
- Left-side 36″ x 27″, 1″ thick polished steel griddle; thermostatic controls hold set temps for pancakes, burgers & more (64,000 BTU).
- 32,000 BTU convection oven, 175–550 °F, battery spark ignition, porcelain interior, 5-position guides & (3) chrome racks.
- 18″ stainless steel cabinet base keeps hotel pans, smallwares or dry goods at arm’s reach.
- 22 ½″ flue riser with heavy-duty shelf for plating and small-pot staging.
- Stainless front, sides, shelf & 6″ adjustable legs built to withstand daily high-volume cleaning.
- Front gas shut-off & factory ¾″ regulator speed up safe installations.
- Certified cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star & NSF.
Ultimate Series Advantages
- One-piece cast-iron burners eliminate screw-in heads that seize or strip.
- Full porcelain, coved-corner oven cavity wipes clean in seconds.
- No-plug battery ignition for the oven burner keeps you cooking even during power outages.
- Backed by Southbend’s nationwide 1-year parts & labor warranty.
Technical Specifications
| Overall width | 48 ⅝″ |
|---|---|
| Depth (to front rail) | 42 ⅛″ |
| Height (to top of flue) | 59 ½″ |
| Total input | 162,000 BTU/hr (natural gas) |
| Open burners | (2) 33,000 BTU star/sauté |
| Griddle | 36″ thermostatic, 64,000 BTU, 1″ smooth plate |
| Oven | Convection, 32,000 BTU, 3 racks, 5 positions |
| Additional base | 18″ stainless steel cabinet (center-right) |
| Gas connection | ¾″ NPT (rear) with factory pressure regulator, min. 7″ W.C. |
| Electrical (fan only) | 115 V/60 Hz/1-ph, 5.9 A, 6′ cord & NEMA 5-15P |
| Shipping weight | Approx. 735 lb |
| Warranty | 1-year parts & labor |
What’s in the Box
- (3) chrome convection oven racks
- 22 ½″ flue riser shelf
- 6″ adjustable stainless legs
- Factory-installed ¾″ gas regulator & battery pack
- Commercial use only – must be installed under a vented hood.
- If setting on non-quarry tile flooring, consult factory for approved installation method.
- Use cookware 12″ Ø or larger on the rear burners to prevent overheating the front rail.
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Overall Dimensions:
48.63"W x 44.5"D x 59.5"HProduct Weight:
735.0 lbCertifications & Compliance
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