Southbend (Middleby) P32N-HT Platinum Gas Ranges

Southbend Platinum Series 32" Modular Heavy-Duty Range – Hot Top / Thermostatic Griddle

Built for volume kitchens that refuse to compromise on power or precision, the Southbend Platinum P32-HG/T combines a 16" hot top and a 16" thermostatic griddle in one rugged 32" footprint. Drop it onto a counter, chef base or battery line-up and conquer sauté, sear, pan-fry and holding tasks without giving up an inch more space than you have to.

Why This Platinum Combo Top Rocks

• Dual Cooking Zones – 16" hot top + 16" griddle let you sauté, simmer, sear and hold simultaneously.
• Heavy-Duty Power – Four 20,000 BTU burners (two per side) deliver a combined 80,000 BTU (72,000 BTU LP).
• Thermostatic Griddle Control – “Insta-On” snap-action thermostat holds 180 °F – 400 °F for consistent results.
• 1" Thick Griddle Plate – Maximizes heat retention; factory-machined for an ultra-smooth finish.
• 700 °F Hot-Top Capability – Removable steel plates reach high temperatures for fast, even pan heat.
• Battery Spark Ignition – Reliable, match-free starts on both sections (no standing pilot).
• All-Stainless Exterior – Front, sides and bottom are #3-finish 430 & 304 stainless steel for easy cleanup and long life.
• Space-Saving Modular Design – 5" flue riser and built-in 1¼" front gas manifold integrate seamlessly into existing cooklines.
• Interlocking Front Rail – 9¼" deep rail lines up flush when batteried with other Southbend sectionals.
• Certified & Backed – cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star and NSF listings plus a 1-year parts & labor warranty.

Section-by-Section Performance

• Hot Top (Left or Right – factory designated)
  • Two 20,000 BTU tubular burners with a single high/low valve.
  • Removable 3-piece hot-top plates simplify cleaning and allow direct-pan contact.
  • Surface temp up to 700 °F on “High” for lightning-fast skillet recovery.
• Thermostatic Griddle
  • Two 20,000 BTU straight burners positioned every 8" for edge-to-edge heat.
  • Snap-action thermostat reacts instantly to load changes, 180 °F–400 °F range.
  • 1" thick polished steel plate with 3½" backsplash & tapered side splashes.
  • Full-width stainless grease drawer removes for dump-and-wash convenience.

Technical Specifications

*Dimensions taken from Southbend P32 combo-top technical drawings. Allow clearance per local code and ventilation requirements.

Popular Factory Options (Sold Separately)

• 24" or 36" flue riser with single or double shelves
• Casters or open-frame base with casters
• Grooved or chrome griddle plate
• External gas pressure regulator & flexible gas-hose restraint kit