Southbend (Middleby) HDG-60-M Gas Griddles

Southbend HDG-60-M Heavy-Duty Manual Gas Griddle

Built for serious, high-volume kitchens, the Southbend HDG-60-M puts a full five feet of uniform heat at your command. Five independently-controlled burners, a full-inch thick steel plate and “NO COLD” zone engineering deliver the searing performance you expect—shift after shift—while rugged stainless construction stands up to the toughest commercial environments.

Key Performance Features

• 60" W × 24" D cooking surface—ideal for large batch production, breakfast service or all-day menus.
• 1" thick polished rolled-steel plate for exceptional heat retention and quick recovery.
• Five 20,000 BTU “U”-shaped burners (one every 12") for a total output of 100,000 BTU.
• Manual control valves give you instant, intuitive flame adjustment.
• Electronic battery spark ignition—no electrical hookup required.
• Exclusive “NO COLD” Zone design promotes uniform temperature across the entire plate.
• 5" rear and 4" side splash guards contain grease and protect surrounding equipment.
• Large-capacity, easy-pull front grease drawer simplifies clean-up.
• Stainless steel front, sides, vent and 4" adjustable stainless legs for long-term durability.
• 3/4" rear gas connection with factory-supplied pressure regulator.

Specifications

Optional Accessories

• Stainless steel equipment stand (with or without cutting board shelf)
• Casters for mobile applications
• Grooved or chrome-plated griddle plates
• 2" insulated base for mounting on refrigerated base

Southbend recommends limiting oversized cookware (12" Ø or larger) to the rear portion of the plate to prevent excessive heat on the front rail.