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Southbend (Middleby)  |  SKU: HDCL-18

Southbend (Middleby) HDCL-18 Gas Charbroilers

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Description

Southbend HDCL-18 Heavy-Duty Counterline Gas Charbroiler

18" Lava Rock | 60,000 BTU | Countertop

Built for high-volume kitchens that demand authentic flame-grilled flavor, the Southbend HDCL-18 pairs intense 60,000 BTU performance with rugged stainless-steel construction and included lava rock briquettes. Set it on your line and start cranking out perfectly branded steaks, burgers, seafood, and vegetables—shift after shift.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Lava rock heat. Briquettes distribute heat evenly and vaporize drippings for unmistakable char-grilled taste.
  • 60,000 BTU fire-power. Three 20,000 BTU stainless-steel burners (one every 6") give you rapid recovery during peak service.
  • Two-position, two-sided grates. Flip for wide or narrow branding marks and raise/lower to fine-tune searing intensity.
  • 5" splash guards. Integrated rear & side guards keep grease and flare-ups contained.
  • Grease management. 4"-wide front trough plus a full-width removable crumb tray for fast, safe cleanup.
  • Field convertible. Switch to radiant cooking with an optional kit (sold separately) if your menu evolves.
  • Built to last. #3 polished 430 & 304 stainless front/sides, aluminized steel rear/bottom, and reinforced insulated walls.
  • Easy install. 3/4" rear gas connection, factory-supplied regulator, and 4" adjustable stainless legs.
  • Certified safe. CSA Star & Flame, cCSAus, and NSF listings for gas, sanitation, and Canadian code compliance.

At-a-Glance Specs

Model HDCL-18
Cooking width 18 in  / 457 mm
Total BTU 60,000 BTU/hr (Natural or Propane)
Burners 3 × 20,000 BTU stainless-steel straight burners
Heat medium Lava rock briquettes (included)
Gas connection 3/4" NPT (rear) – min. 7" WC NAT, 11" WC LP
Splash guards 5" rear & side, welded
Grates Cast-iron, reversible, two-position
Crumb tray Full-width, removable, stainless steel
Legs 4" adjustable, stainless steel
Certifications CSA Star, CSA Flame, cCSAus, NSF
Warranty 1-year parts & labor (commercial use)

Popular Options (sold separately)

  • Stainless-steel equipment stand (with optional casters)
  • Battery spark ignition kit
  • Radiant conversion kit (switch from briquette to cast-iron radiants)
  • Stainless plate shelf with or without cutting board
  • Plated fish grids
Important: This appliance is intended for commercial kitchens only and must be installed under a properly sized vent hood. Do not block grates with sheet pans during cleaning—excessive reflected heat will damage the unit and void the warranty.

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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Southbend (Middleby)

Certifications

NSF, cCSAus, CSA Star, CSA Flame

Height

16.13in

Width

18.0in

Depth

33.25in

Shipping Weight

200.0lbs

Width (side - side) OA

13 - 18"

Heating Source

lava rocks

Specifications

Charbroiler, gas, countertop, 18", lava rock briquettes, stainless steel burners, two-position, two sided cooking grid, removable crumb tray, stainless steel front, sides & 4" adjustable legs, 60,000 BTU, CSA Star, CSA Flame, cCSAus, NSF
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