American Range Gas Griddles - ARSMG-12
30,000 BTU • 1" Polished Steel Plate • Made in USA
Built for demanding commercial kitchens with limited space, the ARSMG-12 packs full-size griddle performance into a compact 12-inch footprint. A thick, heat-retaining plate, powerful “U” burner and rugged stainless steel body deliver the speed, consistency and durability chefs expect from American Range.
Features
- 1" thick, smooth polished steel griddle plate for superb heat retention & recovery
- 21" deep cooking surface maximizes usable area on a slim chassis
- One 30,000 BTU aluminized steel “U” burner provides even, edge-to-edge coverage
- Manual valve lets you dial in temperatures from 250 °F to 500 °F
- 4" stainless steel rear splash and 3 3/4" tapered side splashes keep grease contained
- 3" wide grease trough channels runoff to a 4½ qt stainless steel drawer—easy to remove & clean
- All-stainless exterior (front, sides, splash & landing ledge) stands up to daily abuse
- 4" chrome-plated adjustable legs for quick leveling and a 12 9/16" working height
- Ships Natural Gas ready; includes ¾" rear gas connection, regulator & LP conversion kit
Specifications
| Model |
ARSMG-12 |
| Cooking Surface (W × D) |
12" × 21" |
| Plate Thickness |
1" polished steel |
| Total BTU |
30,000 BTU/hr |
| Burners |
1 “U”-shaped aluminized steel |
| Control Type |
Manual valve |
| External Dimensions (W × D × H) |
12" × 32 ⁹⁄₁₆" × 18 ⁷⁄₁₆" |
| Working Height |
12 ⁹⁄₁₆" (with 4" legs) |
| Gas Connection |
¾" NPT rear (regulator included) |
| Gas Pressure |
4.0" W.C. Natural • 10.0" W.C. LP |
| Grease Drawer Capacity |
4½ qt |
What our Experts Think
Q&A
Q: What is the American Range ARSMG-12 used for?
A: The American Range ARSMG-12 is a commercial countertop gas griddle designed for compact kitchens that need high-performance flat-top cooking for breakfast items, burgers, sandwiches, and sauté-style foods.
Q: How powerful is the ARSMG-12 griddle?
A: It delivers 30,000 BTU through a single high-efficiency U-shaped burner for fast heat-up and consistent cooking across the surface.
Q: What size cooking surface does it have?
A: The unit features a 12-inch wide by 21-inch deep cooking surface, optimized for space-saving commercial use.
Q: What type of griddle plate is used?
A: It uses a 1-inch thick polished steel plate that provides excellent heat retention and even heat distribution for consistent results.
Q: Does the ARSMG-12 offer temperature control?
A: Yes, it includes manual controls that allow adjustable heat typically from low simmering up to high searing temperatures.
Q: Is it suitable for commercial kitchens?
A: Yes, it is built for restaurant use with stainless steel construction, heavy-duty components, and ETL sanitation certification.
Q: How does it handle grease and cleanup?
A: It includes a front grease trough and removable grease drawer that efficiently collects drippings for quick cleaning.
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