Southbend (middleby)

Southbend (middleby) 4721aa-3tl ultimate gas ranges

SKU: 4721AA-3TL
$23,796.00
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Southbend Ultimate 72" Gas Restaurant Range – 6 Open Burners, 36" Left-Side Thermostatic Griddle & Dual Convection Ovens

Model 472 Series | 326,000 BTU Total Input

Pack the power of a full cookline into one heavy-duty unit. Southbend’s Ultimate 72" range delivers high-heat sautéing, all-day griddling and bakery-depth convection baking—everything today’s busy kitchen needs to fly through service without breaking stride.

Key performance features
  • Six 33,000 BTU non-clog cast-iron burners—patented one-piece design stays clean and delivers consistent flame.
  • 36" left-mounted griddle with ½" cold-rolled steel plate and precise thermostatic controls for burgers, breakfast and finishing work.
  • Two 32,000 BTU convection ovens with battery-spark ignition; ½ hp fan motor speeds cook times and promotes even browning.
  • Porcelain-enameled oven cavities include 3 heavy racks each, adjustable to 5 positions for full-size sheet pans loaded either direction.
  • 22½" flue riser with integrated stainless utility shelf keeps plating tools and garnishes at arm’s reach.
  • Stainless steel front, sides and 4" front rail withstand daily punishment and wipe clean fast.
  • Factory-installed gas regulator plus independent manual gas shut-off valves on both sides for quick, safe service access.
  • Standing pilots for open tops; no electrical hookup required to light burners—only a standard 115 V plug for convection fans.
  • 6" stainless adjustable legs standard; swivel casters available for effortless clean-in-place protocols.
  • Certified cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star & NSF; backed by Southbend’s 1-year parts & labor warranty.
Specifications
Overall width 72" nominal (73" cabinet)
Depth 34"
Cooking surface height 37"
Open burners 6 × 33,000 BTU non-clog cast-iron (198,000 BTU)
Griddle 36" W × 27" D, 64,000 BTU, thermostatically controlled
Ovens (2) Convection, 32,000 BTU each, 175–550 °F thermostat, 3 racks/5 positions per cavity
Total input 326,000 BTU/hr
Gas connection ¾" NPT, rear
Electrical (fan motor) 115 V / 60 Hz / 1-ph, 6 A, 6' cord & plug
Flue riser 22½" with heavy-duty stainless shelf
Certifications cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF
Warranty 1-year parts & labor
Popular accessories (sold separately)
  • Locking swivel casters
  • 3 – 5 ft ¾" quick-disconnect gas hose
  • 5" or 10" low-profile flue riser
  • Shelf-mount salamander or cheesemelter
  • Extra oven racks

Looking for a different burner or charbroiler layout? Ask about custom factory configurations in the Ultimate Series.

Commercial use only. Install under a properly vented hood and follow local codes. When using cookware 12" or larger, place it on the rear grates to prevent excess heat on the front rail and controls.

Overall Dimensions:

73.0"W x 41.8"D x 59.5"H

Product Weight:

1320.0 lb
Manufacturer Southbend (Middleby)
Brand name Ultimate
Certifications ["NSF", "cCSAus", "CSA Star", "CSA Flame"]
Height 59.5in
Width 73.0in
Depth 41.8in
Shipping Weight 1320.0lbs
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Base (2) convection ovens
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Top (6) open burners, (1) 36" griddle with thermostats
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Specifications Ultimate Restaurant Range, gas, 72", (6) non-clog burners, (1) 36" griddle left, thermostatic controls, standing pilot, (2) convection ovens with battery spark ignition, includes (3) racks per oven, 22-1/2" flue riser with shelf, stainless steel front, sides & shelf, 6" adjustable legs, 326,000 BTU, cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF

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