
Southbend 171 Gas Freestanding Broiler 34 Inch Wide Upright Infrared Heat — Natural Gas, 104000 BTU
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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.
- Speeds up broiling by up to 33%, helping busy kitchens keep up with demand.
- Built-in blower system supplies fresh, filtered air to reduce smoke and maintain performance.
- Heavy-duty stainless steel exterior (front, sides, and back) stands up to constant use.
- 90-second preheat time allows for fast startup and continuous cooking with no downtime.
- Five adjustable grid height positions for precise broiling control across different foods.
- Spacious roll-out broiler area (24.5" W x 27.5" D) with a cooler 3" front section for holding cooked items.
- Fully insulated burner boxes and interior lining retain heat and improve energy efficiency.
- Removable round-pattern grids provide even branding and easy cleaning.
- Adjustable 6" stainless steel legs offer flexible setup on any commercial kitchen floor.
- Integrated warming oven uses broiler flue gases to gently hold food at serving temperature, with an optional 3,000-watt electric heating element for extra warmth.
- Speeds up broiling by up to 33%, helping busy kitchens keep up with demand.
- Built-in blower system supplies fresh, filtered air to reduce smoke and maintain performance.
- Heavy-duty stainless steel exterior (front, sides, and back) stands up to constant use.
- 90-second preheat time allows for fast startup and continuous cooking with no downtime.
- Five adjustable grid height positions for precise broiling control across different foods.
- Spacious roll-out broiler area (24.5" W x 27.5" D) with a cooler 3" front section for holding cooked items.
- Fully insulated burner boxes and interior lining retain heat and improve energy efficiency.
- Removable round-pattern grids provide even branding and easy cleaning.
- Adjustable 6" stainless steel legs offer flexible setup on any commercial kitchen floor.
- Integrated warming oven uses broiler flue gases to gently hold food at serving temperature, with an optional 3,000-watt electric heating element for extra warmth.




