Southbend (middleby)

Southbend (middleby) 4603ad-3tl ultimate gas ranges

SKU: 4603AD-3TL
$19,705.00
/each
Discontinued
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Ultimate 60" Gas Restaurant Range

Model 460 | 4 Star Burners • 36" Thermostatic Griddle • Standard & Convection Ovens

Built for the busiest kitchens, the Southbend Ultimate Series combines high-performance open burners, a true restaurant-grade griddle, and dual oven bases into one 273,000 BTU centerpiece. Heavy-duty construction, quick-response controls, and NSF/CSA sanitation & safety approvals ensure years of reliable, code-compliant service.

Top-Line Features

  • 4 × 33,000 BTU cast-iron star/saute burners with standing pilots
  • 36" left-side griddle, ½" polished steel plate, raised splash sides & thermostatic controls (175 – 550 °F)
  • Removable cast-iron grates  |  rear grate holds stock pots up to 14" Ø
  • Dual ovens:
    • 45,000 BTU standard oven (battery-spark ignition)
    • 32,000 BTU convection oven (battery-spark ignition & 115 V fan motor)
  • Four nickel-plated oven racks included (1 std + 3 conv), multi-position side rails
  • 22½" stainless-steel flue riser with heavy-duty shelf—perfect for small-wares or plating
  • 4" stainless rail, stainless front, sides, shelf & 6" adjustable legs (casters optional)
  • Front-mounted manual shut-off and factory-installed ¾" regulator
  • One-year parts & labor warranty
  • Certified: cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star & NSF

Specifications

Overall width 60 ^3⁄4 in  / 1543 mm
Overall depth 42 ^1⁄8 in  / 1070 mm (convection motor housing)
Cooking surface height 37 in  / 940 mm
Cooktop configuration 4 star burners + 36" griddle (left)
Total input 273,000 BTU/hr (natural gas)
Gas connection ¾" NPT female, left rear (factory regulator included)
Required inlet pressure Natural 7" W.C.  |  Propane 11" W.C.
Electrical (convection fan) 115 V, 1 ph, 5.9 A – 6′ cord & 3-prong plug supplied
Standard oven cavity 26" W × 26.5" D × 14" H  |  45,000 BTU
Convection oven cavity 26" W × 24" D × 14" H, porcelain enamel & coved corners
Shipping weight ≈ 1,075 lb / 488 kg

Installation & Use Notes

  • Install under a vented hood; 0" side clearance to non-combustibles (10" for rear / charbroiler units).
  • 6" legs or casters required for installation on combustible floors.
  • For flex-hose connections use ¾" I.D. hose compliant with ANSI Z 21.69 and a restraining device.
  • Limit cookware ≥ 12" Ø to the rear burners to prevent excess heat on the front rail.
Warranty Reminder: Damage caused by improper installation, poor water quality, or misuse (including sheet pans over the griddle or oversized cookware on front burners) is not covered under the Southbend one-year parts & labor warranty.

Intended for commercial use only. Specifications subject to change without notice.

Overall Dimensions:

60.75"W x 44.5"D x 59.5"H

Product Weight:

1075.0 lb
Manufacturer Southbend (Middleby)
Brand name Ultimate
Certifications ["NSF", "cCSAus", "CSA Star", "CSA Flame"]
Height 59.5in
Width 60.75in
Depth 44.5in
Shipping Weight 1075.0lbs
Control Type thermostatic controls
Base (1) standard oven, (1) convection oven
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Top (4) open burners, (1) 36" griddle with thermostat
Specifications Ultimate Restaurant Range, gas, 60", (4) star/sauté burners, standard oven grates, (1) 36" griddle left, thermostatic controls, standing pilot, (1) standard oven with battery spark ignition, (1) convection oven with battery spark ignition, includes (4) racks total, 22-1/2" flue riser with shelf, stainless steel front, sides, shelf & 6" adjustable legs, 273,000 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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