Star (Middleby) 6048CBF Star-Max Gas Charbroilers
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Description
Star-Max® 48" Gas Lava Rock Charbroiler – 160,000 BTU
Model 6048CBF | Made in the USABring steak-house performance to your countertop with the Star-Max 6048CBF. Four powerful cast-iron burners radiate heat through real lava rock for that unmistakable flame-kissed flavor, while heavy cast-iron grates deliver picture-perfect branding on everything from rib-eyes to veggies. Built tough, simple to operate and a breeze to clean, it’s the high-capacity charbroiler busy kitchens count on shift after shift.
Key Features
- 4 × 40,000 BTU H-style cast-iron burners (one every 12") for precise sectional control.
- Lava rock briquettes evenly diffuse heat and add classic charbroiled flavor.
(Four 5 lb bags included – one per burner section.) - Reversible cast-iron grates: thin side for intense searing, thick side for delicate items.
- Grates adjust independently in 6" sections — lay flat or incline for fat run-off.
- Cool-to-the-touch stainless bullnose and rugged metal knobs protect the operator.
- Stainless water pan, 2.75" splash guard & full-width grease trough streamline cleanup.
- Welded steel chassis with stainless top & front; aluminized steel sides.
- Ships Natural Gas; 3/4" NPT regulator & LP conversion kit included.
- cULus & UL EPH Listed; backed by a 2-year parts & labor warranty.
Why You’ll Love It
- High volume capacity – 992 in² cooking area keeps orders moving.
- Even, repeatable results thanks to lava rock heat diffusion & cast-iron heat retention.
- Quick daily maintenance – lift-out grates and extra-deep water pan minimize scrubbing.
- Operator comfort – “Cool-to-the-Touch” front bullnose reduces radiant heat at the line.
Technical Specs
Cooking surface | 48" W × 20.7" D (992 in² / 6,400 cm²) |
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Total BTU | 160,000 BTU/hr (Natural Gas) | 140,000 BTU/hr (Propane) |
Burners | 4 cast-iron H-style (40,000 BTU each) with manual infinite valves |
Overall size | 48" W × 28.1" D × 15.4" H * (1219 × 736 × 391 mm) *Height adjustable +1.325" via 4" nickel-plated legs |
Ship / installed weight | 351 lb / 300 lb (159 / 136 kg) |
Gas connection | 3/4" NPT (rear) regulator included |
Construction | Stainless front, top, splash & trough; aluminized steel sides; welded frame |
Certifications | cULus, UL EPH, NSF/ANSI #4 |
Warranty | 2-Year parts & labor (factory authorized) |
Clearances & Utilities
- For non-combustible surfaces with supplied 4" legs.
- Maintain 6" (152 mm) clearance at back & sides from combustible materials.
- Install under adequate ventilation per local code.
What’s Included
- Star-Max 6048CBF lava-rock charbroiler – preset for Natural Gas
- LP conversion kit & 3/4" NPT regulator
- Four 5 lb bags of lava rock briquettes
- Stainless water pan & grease trough (installed)
- 4 × 4" adjustable nickel-plated legs
- Owner’s manual & warranty registration
Optional accessories: matching equipment stand, replacement lava rocks (part LR-SM8). Contact us for details.