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Star (Middleby)  |  Ultra-Max  |  SKU: 848TA

Star (Middleby) 848TA Ultra-Max Gas Griddles

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Description

Star Ultra-Max® 48" Countertop Gas Griddle

Model 848TA • 120,000 BTU • Made in USA

Built for the busiest kitchens, Star’s Ultra-Max 48" gas griddle delivers zone-by-zone precision, rapid recovery, and rock-solid durability—all in a compact countertop footprint.

Why you’ll love it

  • 48" W × 24" D (1,152 in²) surface handles breakfast, lunch and dinner menus at once.
  • 1" thick polished steel plate holds heat for perfect sears and faster ticket times.
  • Four embedded snap-action thermostats (one every 12") keep temps within a few degrees of set point.
  • Wide 150 – 550 °F range—ideal for everything from delicate eggs to sizzling steaks.
  • 4-⅜" wrap-around splash guard contains splatter; 3-½" trough & large grease drawer speed clean-up.
  • Heavy-duty metal control knobs and welded stainless frame stand up to daily punishment.
  • Standing pilots provide instant ignition throughout the rush.
  • 4" stainless legs adjust 1-⅜" for perfect leveling on any counter.
  • cULus & UL EPH Classified for safe, sanitary operation.

At-a-glance specs

Cooking surface 48" W × 24" D (1,152 in²)
Plate material / thickness Polished steel, 1" (25 mm)
Heat input 120,000 BTU/hr (30,000 BTU per 12" zone)
Temperature range 150 – 550 °F (66 – 288 °C)
Controls 4 × mechanical snap-action thermostats, embedded 0.1875" below surface
Ignition Standing pilot
Gas connection 3/4" NPT male (rear)
Splash guard 4-⅜" rear & side, tapered, wrap-around
Grease management 3-½" front trough & removable grease drawer
Exterior construction Stainless steel front, sides & bull-nose; welded steel frame
Overall dimensions (HxWxD) 18" × 48" × 34.2"
Legs 4" stainless, 1-⅜" adjustable
Ship / installed weight 520 lb / 428 lb
Certifications cULus, UL EPH Classified
Warranty 2 years parts & labor (Ultra-Max series)

Perfect for

  • Full-service & fast-casual restaurants
  • Breakfast diners & brunch spots
  • Food trucks & ghost kitchens needing high BTU in minimal space
  • Cafeterias, concessions & C-stores
Installation note: Maintain at least 6" clearance at the back and sides. Use provided legs on non-combustible countertops, or a 27" stand (sold separately) on combustible floors.

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Features & Specs

Manufacturer

Star (Middleby)

Brand_name

Ultra-Max

Certifications

cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA

Height

18.0in

Width

48.0in

Depth

34.2in

Shipping Weight

520.0lbs

Cooking Surface Width (side - side)

43" - 48"

Controls

thermostat / solid state controls

Cooking Surface Depth (front - back)

24" - 29"

Griddle Plate Finish

smooth steel

Exterior Finish

all stainless steel exterior

Plate Thickness

1"

Specifications

Ultra-Max® Griddle, countertop gas, 48" W x 24" D cooking surface, 1" thick steel griddle plate, 150° - 550° F embedded mechanical snap-action thermostat every 12", 4-3/8" tapered wrap-around splash guard, 3-1/2" front grease trough, heavy-duty metal knobs, standing pilot, welded steel frame with stainless steel exterior, 4" stainless steel legs with 1-3/8" adjustment, 120,000 BTU, cULus, UL EPH Classified, Made in USA