Southbend (middleby)

Southbend (middleby) 4483ee-2gl ultimate gas ranges

SKU: 4483EE-2GL
$11,888.00
/each
Discontinued
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Southbend Ultimate 48" Gas Restaurant Range

Model 448EE – 4 Star/Sauté Burners • 24" Left-Side Griddle • Double Space-Saver Ovens • 270,000 BTU

Built for kitchens that never slow down, the Southbend Ultimate Series delivers the power, durability, and flexibility you need in a single, space-saving footprint. This 48 inch model combines rapid-response star/sauté burners, a heavy-duty 24 inch steel griddle, and two 26 inch-deep space-saver ovens—everything you need to sauté, sear, griddle, bake, and roast without swapping equipment or sacrificing valuable line space.

Why You’ll Love It

  • 4 × 33,000 BTU star/sauté burners – unique port design spreads flame evenly under small saucepans or oversized stock pots up to 14".
  • 24" left-side griddle (48,000 BTU) – ½" smooth polished steel plate with raised sides for effortless pancakes, burgers, or quesadillas.
  • Twin space-saver ovens (45,000 BTU ea.) – full-size sheet pans fit front-to-back; battery-spark ignition means no electrical hook-up.
  • One chrome rack included per oven; two-position side rails adapt to nearly any pan height.
  • 22½" flue riser with shelf – keep plating pans and spices right where you need them.
  • Stainless steel front, sides, shelf, & 6" adjustable legs stand up to daily commercial abuse.
  • Front-mounted manual gas shut-off and factory-installed regulator for quick, code-compliant installs.
  • Certified cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF; built Made in USA quality since 1898.

All-Day Power, All-Night Reliability

  • Total output: 270,000 BTU (natural gas)
  • Standing pilots on open burners for instant ignition; battery-spark ignition on ovens for fuel savings.
  • 27"-deep cooking surface with removable cast-iron grates—perfect for sliding cookware across the line.
  • Double-sided, porcelain-enameled oven cavities with coved corners eliminate hot spots and wipe clean fast.

Specifications

Exterior width 48 5/8" (1235 mm)
Exterior depth 34" (864 mm)
Cook-top height 37" (940 mm)
Oven interior – each 19 1/2" W × 26 1/2" D × 14" H
(495 × 673 × 356 mm)
Total BTU (natural gas) 270,000 BTU/hr
Gas connection 3/4" NPT (rear, opposite griddle)
Electrical None required (battery spark)
Shipping weight Approx. 735 lb (334 kg)
Certifications cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF

Includes

  • (4) Cast-iron star/sauté burner grates
  • (1) ½" polished steel griddle plate – left-hand
  • (2) Space-saver ovens with (1) rack each
  • 22½" flue riser with heavy-duty storage shelf
  • 6" stainless steel adjustable legs
  • Factory gas pressure regulator & front gas shut-off

Popular Options (contact us)

  • 10" or 5" flue riser
  • Swivel casters (front locking)
  • Additional oven racks
  • Rear step-up burners or hot-top plates
  • Flame failure safety system

Backed by Southbend’s 1-year parts & labor warranty. Intended for commercial use only; install under a vented hood and follow all local codes.

Overall Dimensions:

48.63"W x 34.0"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 34.0in
Shipping Weight 735.0lbs
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Base (2) standard / space saver ovens
Top (4) open burners, (1) 24" griddle
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Specifications Ultimate Restaurant Range, gas, 48", (4) star/sauté burners, standard grates, (1) 24" griddle left, standing pilot, (2) space saver ovens with battery spark ignition, includes (1) rack per oven, 22-1/2" flue riser with shelf, stainless steel front, sides, shelf & 6" adjustable legs, 270,000 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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