Southbend (Middleby) P48C-BBBB Platinum Gas Ranges
Southbend (Middleby) P48C-BBBB Platinum Gas Ranges is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
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Description
Southbend Platinum 48" Heavy-Duty Gas Range – 8 Burners / Cabinet Base
Model P48C-BBBB | 280,000 BTU | CSA & NSF CertifiedTackle the busiest rush with 280,000 BTU of searing power. The Platinum Series puts eight clog-free burners and two full-size stainless-steel storage cabinets in one rock-solid, all-stainless package that’s built to thrive in high-volume, high-heat kitchens.
Performance & Convenience
- Eight 35,000 BTU open burners with patented clog-free design
- Removable welded-steel grates for easy cleaning
- Manual, individual burner controls for instant flame adjustment
- Two 24" stainless cabinets (center-opening, removable doors) keep pans and utensils close
- 9-1/4" deep front rail & full-width drip tray contain spills and speed clean-up
- 5" stainless flue riser protects ventilation system
- 6" adjustable stainless legs level the unit on uneven floors
- Fully insulated burner box boosts efficiency & keeps the line cooler
- Free battery-design assistance from Southbend engineers
Technical Specifications
Cooktop | 8 open burners, 35,000 BTU each |
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Total Input | 280,000 BTU/hr |
Base Configuration | Cabinet base – two 24" wide storage compartments |
Controls | Manual gas valves (standing pilots) |
Gas Type | Natural or Propane (field convertible) |
Gas Connections | 1-1/4" front manifold | 1" rear male NPT |
Min. Supply Pressure | 7" W.C. NAT | 11" W.C. LP |
Overall Dimensions* | 48" W × 41" D × 37-1/2" H (to cooktop) + 5" flue riser |
Shipping Weight | Approx. 462 lb (209.6 kg) |
Certifications | CSA, NSF |
Warranty | 1-year parts & labor, on-site service |
*Dimensions are nominal. Consult the spec sheet for detailed installation drawings.
Popular Factory Options
- Step-Up rear burners for split-level cooking
- 24" or 36" flue risers with single or double shelves
- Mounted salamander or cheesemelter
- Locking front casters or open-frame mobile base
- Removable cast-iron grate tops
- Electronic spark ignition (no-charge option)
- Custom front-rail cut-outs, square belly bar, or 7-1/4" deep rail
Warranty & Installation Notes
- Covered by Southbend’s limited 1-year parts & labor warranty
- Intended for commercial use only – not for household installation
- A regulated gas supply line and properly vented exhaust hood are required
- Pressure regulator sold separately
Vessels 12" Ø or larger should be used on the rear grates only. Allowing cookware to overlap the front rail can trap excess heat and damage internal components; such damage is not covered under warranty.