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Southbend (Middleby)  |  SKU: HDG-72

Southbend (Middleby) HDG-72 Gas Griddles

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Description

Southbend HDG-72 Counterline Heavy-Duty Thermostatic Gas Griddle

72" wide • 1" polished steel plate • 180,000 BTU

Tackle peak-hour rushes with 6 feet of searing power. The Southbend HDG-72 combines a massive 1,728 in² cook surface with precision thermostatic control, giving chefs rock-steady temps, lightning-fast recovery and legendary Southbend durability.

Key Advantages
  • Six 30,000 BTU U-shaped burners (180,000 BTU total) for rapid preheat & recovery.
  • “Insta-On” thermostatic controls maintain 200 – 550 °F across the entire plate.
  • Exclusive NO-COLD-ZONE design ensures uniform heat distribution—edge to edge.
  • 1" thick, fully welded polished steel plate resists warping and temp drop under heavy loads.
  • Battery-powered electronic spark ignition and flame-failure safety on every pilot.
  • Stainless steel front, sides, vent and 4" adjustable legs—built for years of daily abuse.
  • 5" rear & 4" side splash guards plus extra-large front grease drawer keep the line clean.
  • CSA & NSF certified for commercial kitchens.
Specification Snapshot
Model HDG-72 (Thermostatic)
Cooking Surface 72" W × 24" D (1,728 in²)
Plate Thickness 1" polished rolled steel
Burners / Output 6 × 30,000 BTU (180,000 BTU total)
Temperature Range 200 °F – 550 °F
Ignition Battery-powered electronic spark
Safety Flame-failure device on each pilot
Overall Dimensions* 72" W × 31.75" D × 15.25" H
Gas Connection ¾" rear NPT (regulator included)
Construction Stainless steel front/sides/vent; aluminized rear & bottom
Certifications CSA, NSF
Warranty 1-year parts & labor

*Height shown excludes 5" flue.

Optional Accessories (sold separately)
  • Stainless steel equipment stand (with or without cutting board)
  • Heavy-duty casters for stand
  • Grooved or chrome-plated cook plates
  • 2" insulator base for mounting on refrigerated bases
For commercial use only: Install under a vented hood and maintain minimum clearances of 12" (sides) and 8" (rear) from combustible surfaces. Always verify local code requirements before installation.

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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Southbend (Middleby)

Certifications

NSF, CSA

Height

16.13in

Width

72.0in

Depth

33.75in

Shipping Weight

840.0lbs

Cooking Surface Width (side - side)

67" - 72"

Exterior Finish

stainless steel front & sides

Griddle Plate Finish

smooth steel

Cooking Surface Depth (front - back)

24" - 29"

Controls

thermostat / solid state controls

Plate Thickness

1"

Specifications

Griddle, countertop, gas, 72" W x 24" D cooking surface, 1" thick polished steel plate, thermostatic controls, battery spark ignition, flame failure safety device, stainless steel front, sides & 4" adjustable legs, 180,000 BTU, CSA, NSF
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