Southbend (middleby)

Southbend (middleby) s48ac-3tl s-series gas ranges

SKU: S48AC-3TL
$12,326.00
/each
Discontinued
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Southbend S-Series 48" Gas Restaurant Range w/ 36" Thermostatic Griddle & Convection Oven

Model S48AC-3G/T | 155,000 BTU | Natural or LP Gas | CSA Flame & Star • NSF

Bring multi-station versatility to a single 48 inch footprint. The Southbend S-Series packs searing open-top power, a precision-controlled griddle, and a high-performance convection oven into a rugged, service-friendly chassis built for demanding commercial kitchens.

Performance Highlights

  • Two (2) 28,000 BTU open burners with patented, non-clog cast-iron heads (lifetime warranty).
  • Left-side 36" griddle plate, ½" polished steel, heated by four 16,000 BTU burners & governed by snap-action thermostatic controls (200 – 550 °F).
  • Full-size 35,000 BTU convection oven: 1 / 2 hp fan, 5-position rack guides, two heavy-duty racks included.
  • Right-side aluminized cabinet base for dry storage; optional center-opening doors available at no charge.

Engineered for the Rush

  • Removable cast-iron grates & twin crumb drawers speed nightly clean-up.
  • Stainless steel front, sides, and 22.5" flue shelf resist dents, splatter, and corrosion.
  • 4" welded front rail shields controls; 6" stainless adjustable legs level the unit on uneven floors.
  • Hinged lower valve panel and factory-installed ¾" regulator simplify service access.

What’s in the Box

  • (2) heavy-duty oven racks
  • (2) removable cast-iron grate tops
  • (2) removable crumb drawers
  • Factory-installed ¾" NPT pressure regulator
  • Owner’s/Installation manual

Popular Options

  • Swivel casters (front locking)
  • Cabinet base doors
  • Extra oven racks
  • 10" flue riser, restraining device, quick-disconnect gas hose kits
  • Rear-mount salamander or cheesemelter

Specifications

Overall width 48 5 ⁄ 8" / 1235 mm
Overall depth (with convection oven) 41 ¾" / 1060 mm
Height (to shelf) 59 ½" / 1511 mm
Total input 155,000 BTU /hr (Natural); 147,000 BTU /hr (LP)
Open burners 2 × 28,000 BTU
Griddle 36", 4 × 16,000 BTU, ½" plate, thermostatic
Oven type / input Convection, 35,000 BTU U-shaped burner
Oven temp range 175 – 550 °F / 79 – 288 °C
Oven interior (W × D × H) 26" × 24" × 14"
Rack positions / racks supplied 5 / 2
Gas connection ¾" NPT rear, min. 7" W.C. NG (11" W.C. LP)
Electrical (fan motor) 115 V / 60 Hz / 1 ph, 5.9 A, cord & plug
Shipping weight ≈ 860 lb / 390 kg
Certifications cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF
Warranty 1-year parts & labor; lifetime on open-burner heads

Questions about gas, electrical, or ventilation requirements? Chat with our equipment specialists for fast answers.

Commercial use only. Install under a properly vented hood and maintain 10" clearance to combustible surfaces. For best results, keep oversized cookware (12"+) on the rear grates to prevent excess heat on the front rail.

Overall Dimensions:

48.63"W x 42.25"D x 59.5"H

Product Weight:

860.0 lb
Manufacturer Southbend (Middleby)
Brand name S-Series
Certifications ["NSF", "cCSAus", "CSA Star", "CSA Flame"]
Height 59.5in
Width 48.63in
Depth 42.25in
Shipping Weight 860.0lbs
Top (2) open burners, (1) 36" griddle with thermostats
Exterior Finish stainless steel front & sides
Plate Thickness .500" = 1/2"
Base (1) convection oven, (1) cabinet
Vent backriser with hi-shelf
Specifications S-Series Restaurant Range, gas, 48", (2) 28,000 BTU open burners, (1) 36" griddle left, thermostatic controls, (1) convection oven, (1) cabinet base, snap action thermostat, (2) removable cast iron grate tops & (2) crumb drawers, hinged lower valve panel, includes (2) racks, stainless steel front, sides, removable shelf, 4" front rail & 6" adjustable legs, 155,000 BTU, cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star, NSF

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  • 35% restocking fee and return freight/crating fees apply 
  • Consumable products are not returnable 

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