Southbend (Middleby)

Countertop Gas Tilting Skillet, 16-Gallon Capacity, Manual Tilt

SKU: BGCTS-16
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Countertop Gas Tilting Skillet, 16-Gallon Capacity, Manual Tilt

Natural Gas or Propane, 63,000 BTU, Stainless Steel Construction

A heavy-duty 16-gallon countertop tilting skillet with manual tilt control, precise solid-state heat regulation, and stainless steel construction for efficient batch cooking.

  • 16-gallon gas-fired countertop skillet for braising, sautéing, simmering, and batch cooking.
  • Manual tilt with tilt interlock, side-mount pivots, and damper control for safe, controlled pouring.
  • Solid-state thermostat, electric ignition, safety thermostat, and high-limit cut-off for dependable operation.
  • Heavy-duty stainless steel body with a 316 stainless steel liner, polished interior, and coved corners for easier cleaning.
  • 3/4-inch triple-ply cooking surface with an aluminum core for more even heat distribution.
  • Operates at 63,000 BTU with a 100°F to 450°F temperature range.
  • Optional accessories include stands, faucets, spray heads, covers, inserts, and strainer components.

Overall Dimensions:

30.63"W x 30.75"D x 40.13"H

Product Weight:

290.0 lb

Manual Tilt With Safety Interlock

Manual tilt handle, tilt interlock, side-mount pivots, and damper control help provide smooth and controlled pouring.

Solid-State Cooking Controls

Integrally mounted controls include a power switch, solid-state thermostat, temperature pilot light, electronic ignition, ignition light, and high-limit temperature cut-off.

316 Stainless Steel Cooking Well

One-piece coved-corner skillet with a 316 stainless steel liner, polished interior, etched gallon markings, and stainless steel construction.

Even Heat Triple-Ply Surface

The cooking surface uses 3/4-inch triple-ply construction with a 3/8-inch aluminum core for more uniform heat distribution.

Automatic Burner Shutoff

The burner turns off automatically when the pan is tilted for added safety.

High-Output Gas Heat

Gas-fired operation delivers 63,000 BTU for demanding commercial batch cooking.

Type Tilting Skillet
Style Manual Tilt
Installation Type Countertop
Capacity 16 Gallons
BTU 63,000 BTU
Voltage 115/120 Volts
Amps 2.0 Amps
Hertz 50/60 Hz
Phase 1-Phase
Plug Type 3-Prong Plug
Cord Length 8 Feet
Material Stainless Steel
Interior Finish Stainless Steel
Finish #4 Finish
Controls Solid State Thermostat
Temperature Range 100 to 450 °F
Gas Connection Size 3/4 Inch Pipe
Shipping Width 31 Inches
Shipping Depth 31 Inches
Shipping Height 41 Inches
Shipping Weight 290 lb.
Selling Unit Each
Units Per Case 1

Certifications & Compliance

Certified badge of NSF Certified
NSF Certified
Certified badge of CSA Certified
CSA Certified

Warranty & Protection

1 year parts and 1 year labor.

Frequently Asked Questions

The documentation lists both Natural Gas and Propane operation.
It has a 16-gallon capacity, which is also listed as 61 liters.
The skillet operates from 100°F to 450°F.
The cutsheet lists 115 VAC, 1 phase, 50/60 Hz, with an 8-foot cord and 3-prong plug. The service note also references 120 Volts, 60 Hertz single phase with a grounding wire.
No. An 18-inch high floor stand with sliding drain pan and stationary drain is available as model SD-30-16S.
It includes a tilt interlock, safety thermostat, high-limit temperature cut-off, and automatic burner shutoff when the pan is tilted.

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