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With over 125 years of experience, Southbend is a trusted leader in commercial kitchen equipment. Our infrared broilers have been the industry standard for over 40 years, used by top steakhouses and restaurants worldwide. Designed for high-demand environments, our broilers deliver unmatched speed, consistency, and durability. Featuring high BTUs, they provide some of the hottest cooking surfaces on the market, ensuring even cooking every time.
Built to withstand the toughest kitchen demands, our broilers have a heavy-duty, hand-built stainless steel frame for lasting durability. They include a polished 430 stainless steel exterior, a 430 stainless steel interior, and a roll-out broiler grid with five height positions. With up to 104,000 BTUs per deck, separate controls, and constant-burning pilot lighters, our broilers offer precise heat control. The 115V blower system with a washable air filter ensures consistent air circulation, while the fully insulated lining helps retain heat. The broiler also features a 25” x 25” warming oven, heated by broiler flue gases, with an optional 3,000-watt electric heating element.
Southbend broilers provide the perfect combination of power, strength, and reliability for steakhouses and busy kitchens, ensuring top performance, night after night.
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Product Features
- Faster broiling times with 1/3 less time
- Blower delivers fresh, filtered air to prevent smoke and vapors from affecting broiling efficiency.
- 104,000 BTU (NAT or LP) infrared burners (per deck)
- Stainless steel front, sides and back panel
- 90 second preheat with no waiting between loads
- Rugged grid height adjustment mechanism with five positions
- Roll-out broiling area is 24-1/2" wide and 27-1/2" deep, with a reduced heat holding area in the front 3"
- Fully insulated lining and burner boxes
- Removable grids with a round pattern for branding
- 6" adjustable stainless steel legs
- Washable metal mesh air filter
- (1) year limited parts and labor warranty (refrence https://southbendnc.com/service-and-parts for limited warranty details)
- Model 171 has a warming oven that is heated by broiler flue gases (25" wide x 25" deep). 3,000 watt electric heating element optional.