Southbend (Middleby) P36C-BBH Platinum Gas Ranges
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Southbend (Middleby) P36C-BBH Platinum Gas Ranges
Description
Southbend Platinum 36" Heavy-Duty Gas Range
Model P36C-BBH | 4 Open Burners & 12" Hot Top | Cabinet BaseMade in the USA for the most demanding commercial kitchens, Southbend’s Platinum 36" Heavy-Duty Range combines four 35,000 BTU clog-free open burners with a versatile 12" hot top, delivering a total of 172,000 BTU of searing, simmering and holding power. Full stainless-steel construction, battery-spark ignition and a spacious cabinet base make this unit a compact powerhouse that slots seamlessly into new builds or existing line-ups.
Top Configuration
- 4 × 35,000 BTU open burners – patented, clog-free design with removable steel grates for fast cleaning.
- 12" hot top (32,000 BTU) – twin burners under a removable steel plate reach ≤ 700 °F; one high/low manual control for effortless temperature transitions.
- Reliable battery spark ignition (no standing pilots) for both cooking zones.
Built to Last
- All-stainless exterior – front, sides, rear & bottom resist corrosion and daily wear.
- 9-¼" deep front rail keeps cookware clear of controls while doubling as a plating shelf.
- Fully-insulated lining and burner box improve efficiency and keep side panels cool.
- 5" stainless flue riser directs heat into the hood and supports optional shelving.
- 6" stainless adjustable legs for easy leveling; field-installable casters available.
- Cabinet base with twin swing doors provides quick access dry storage; optional removable shelf available.
Performance & Utility
- Total input: 172,000 BTU/hr (natural or propane*).
- 1-¼" front gas manifold couples to adjacent Platinum sections; 1" rear gas connection simplifies single installs.
- Free battery-design assistance from Southbend engineers.
Specifications
| Width | 36 in / 914 mm |
|---|---|
| Depth | 40 in / 1,016 mm (to front of flue) |
| Height to Cook Surface | 37 ½ in / 953 mm |
| Height w/ 5" Flue Riser | 43 ½ in / 1,105 mm |
| Total BTU Input | 172,000 BTU/hr |
| Open Burners | 4 × 35,000 BTU |
| Hot Top | 2 × 16,000 BTU (one control knob) |
| Gas Connection | 1-¼" front manifold & 1" rear NPT |
| Certifications | cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF |
| Origin | Made in USA |
| Warranty | 1-year parts & labor (Heavy-Duty Sectional) |
Popular Options (sold separately)
- External pressure regulator
- Locking front casters or open-frame base with casters
- 24" or 36" flue riser with single or double shelves
- Removable shelf inside cabinet
- Cable restraint kit (for mobile installations)
*Specify gas type when ordering. Southbend reserves the right to change specifications without notice.
