Southbend 4603AC-3CR 60" Gas Ultimate Restaurant Range | 260,000 BTU | NSF Certified

Overview

The Southbend 4603AC-3CR 60" Ultimate Restaurant Range is a purpose-built workhorse for busy commercial kitchens and new restaurant openings. Combining four open star/sauté burners, a 36" charbroiler, a convection oven with battery spark ignition, and a spacious cabinet base, this range packs versatility into a single 60" footprint. Whether you're building a fast-casual concept or a full-service restaurant, this unit delivers consistent heat, fast recovery, and professional cooking results—helping you move from kitchen buildout to first service quickly and reliably. As NSF certified and CSA compliant, it meets the foodservice equipment standards you need for health inspections and safe operation.

Key Features

• 60" Integrated Cooking Station — Four open star burners plus a 36" charbroiler give you flexible production capacity in a single footprint, reducing equipment count and installation time.
• 260,000 BTU Total Output — High BTU rating provides rapid heat-up and recovery during peak service, keeping line times short and orders moving.
• Convection Oven with Battery Spark Ignition — Reliable oven performance for consistent roasting and baking without complicated electrical hookups.
• Stainless Steel Front, Sides & Shelf — Durable, easy-to-clean surfaces that stand up to rigorous daily use and meet sanitation requirements for foodservice equipment.
• Cabinet Base with (3) Racks — Integrated storage and oven capacity improve kitchen flow and reduce the need for standalone units.
• 22-1/2" Flue Riser with Hi-Shelf — Optimizes ventilation integration and gives you valuable shelf space for staging pans and small equipment.
• 6" Adjustable Legs — Simplifies leveling on uneven floors during installation and cleaning.
• Certifications — NSF and CSA certifications mean the range meets recognized safety and sanitation standards required for restaurant opening and inspections.

Built for Commercial Success

This Southbend range is engineered for the demands of a real restaurant kitchen. With commercial-grade components and a stainless steel exterior, it’s built to withstand the rigors of continuous service while minimizing downtime. That durability translates into a strong return on investment: fewer repairs, less replacement, and reliable performance through busy opening weeks and beyond. Concept Services partners with you to ensure your equipment is inspected, configured, and installed correctly so you realize that ROI sooner—getting you to paying customers faster.

Specifications at a Glance

Manufacturer: Southbend (Middleby)
Model: 4603AC-3CR
Type: 60" Gas Ultimate Restaurant Range (4 open burners + 36" charbroiler)
Oven: (1) Convection oven, battery spark ignition, includes (3) racks
Base: Cabinet base
Exterior: Stainless steel front, sides, shelf
Flue: 22-1/2" flue riser with hi-shelf
Legs: 6" adjustable
BTU: 260,000 BTU (total)
Certifications: NSF, CSA
Service Connections: Gas (standing pilot for some components); verify local code for venting and gas hook-up requirements.

Why Restaurant Owners Choose This

When you’re opening a new restaurant, every hour matters. The Southbend 4603AC-3CR is a space-efficient, powerful solution that reduces equipment redundancy while expanding your menu capabilities—from char-grilled proteins to sautéed pans and oven-baked items. Owners choose this model for its proven reliability, simplified maintenance, and compliance with foodservice standards. Combined with Concept Services’ full-service approach—expert sourcing, thorough inspection, professional installation, and ongoing support—you get a partner who helps eliminate common delays and ensures your kitchen performs from day one.