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Southbend (Middleby)  |  SKU: HDCL-30

Southbend (Middleby) HDCL-30 Gas Charbroilers

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Description

Southbend HDCL-30 Heavy-Duty Counterline Gas Charbroiler

30" | Lava Rock Briquette | Countertop | 100,000 BTU

Bring authentic, flame-kissed flavor to steaks, burgers, seafood and vegetables with the Southbend HDCL-30. Engineered for high-volume kitchens, this 30-inch countertop charbroiler channels 100,000 BTU of power through lava rock briquettes for fast heat-up, consistent searing and unmistakable grill marks—all inside a rugged, stainless-steel package built for years of daily service.

Why You’ll Love It

  • Five 20,000 BTU stainless-steel burners (independently controlled) for precision zone cooking.
  • Lava rock briquettes deliver even heat distribution and that classic char-grilled taste.
  • Reversible, two-position cast-iron cooking grids – choose wide or narrow branding ribs.
  • 5" rear & side splash guards help keep surrounding surfaces clean.
  • 4" spatula-wide grease trough plus full-width removable crumb tray for quick cleanup.
  • Stainless-steel front, sides & 4" adjustable legs; aluminized rear/bottom panels for durability.
  • Field convertible between briquette and radiant styles (conversion kit sold separately).
  • Ships CSA Star, CSA Flame, cCSAus & NSF certified—ready for commercial installation.

At-a-Glance Specs

Model HDCL-30
Cooking surface 30" W (762 mm) countertop footprint
Total BTU 100,000 BTU/hr (Natural or Propane)
Burners 5 × 20,000 BTU stainless-steel tube burners
Heat medium Lava rock briquettes (included)
Gas connection 3/4" NPT (rear) with pressure regulator
Min. 7" W.C. Nat / 11" W.C. LP
Splash guards 5" high, rear & sides
Grease management 4" trough + full-width removable crumb tray
Certifications CSA Star, CSA Flame, cCSAus, NSF
Warranty 1-year parts & labor (commercial)
Shipping weight Approx. 305 lbs (138 kg)

Popular Options & Accessories

  • Stainless-steel equipment stand (with optional casters)
  • Battery spark ignition
  • Fish-plate or plated grids
  • 2" insulated spacer base for refrigerated counter mounting
  • Briquette↔Radiant conversion kits
  • Stainless-steel plate shelf with/without cutting board

Need flexible payments? Ask us about Middleby Equipment Financing to turn your upgrade into low monthly installments.

Commercial Use Only: Install under a properly vented hood and follow all local gas codes. Do not cover cooking grates with sheet pans while burners are on—damage caused by improper cleaning or operation is not covered under warranty.

Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Southbend (Middleby)

Certifications

NSF, cCSAus, CSA Star, CSA Flame

Height

16.13in

Width

30.0in

Depth

33.25in

Shipping Weight

305.0lbs

Heating Source

lava rocks

Width (side - side) OA

25 - 30"

Specifications

Charbroiler, gas, countertop, 30", lava rock briquettes, stainless steel burners, two-position, two sided cooking grid, removable crumb tray, stainless steel front, sides & 4" adjustable legs, 100,000 BTU, CSA Star, CSA Flame, cCSAus, NSF