American Range Gas Griddles - ARSMG-48
1" Polished Steel Plate | 120,000 BTU | Made in USA
Built for the pace of busy diners, hotels, and catering lines, the American Range ARSMG-48 pairs a heavy-duty 1" steel plate with four powerful “U” burners to deliver consistent, edge-to-edge heat. From pancakes at breakfast to steaks at dinner, this USA-made workhorse keeps your menu—and your profits—sizzling all day long.
Features
- Spacious 48" × 21" cooking surface (1,008 sq in) handles high-volume orders.
- 1" thick smooth, polished steel griddle plate offers superior heat retention and faster recovery.
- Four independently controlled 30,000 BTU aluminized “U” burners (120,000 BTU total).
- Manual gas valves give chefs instant, intuitive flame control.
- 3-sided stainless splash guards (3 ¾" sides, 4" rear) keep grease contained.
- 3" deep grease trough funnels drippings into two pull-out stainless drawers for quick, mess-free cleanup.
- 4" stainless adjustable tapered legs level the unit and ease under-counter sanitation.
- All-stainless exterior front & sides stands up to daily commercial abuse.
- Field convertible for Natural Gas or LP; 3/4" rear gas connection and regulator included.
Specifications
| Model |
ARSHP-60-10 |
| Burners |
10 open, two-piece, lift-off |
| Total BTU/hr |
320,000 BTU |
| Grate Size |
(10) 12" x 12" sectional cast iron |
| Overall Width |
60" / 1524 mm |
| Depth (front-to-back) |
30" / 762 mm |
| Height |
12 9⁄16" (to cooking surface) + 4" adjustable legs |
| Gas Connection |
¾" NPT (rear) |
What our Experts Think
- The American Range ARSMG-48 is a 48-inch heavy-duty commercial gas griddle built for high-volume cooking in restaurants, diners, and fast-paced kitchen lines.
- It delivers 120,000 BTU total output via four 30,000 BTU U-shaped burners, providing strong, consistent heat across the full cooking surface for breakfast service, burgers, and searing applications.
- We like its 1-inch thick polished steel griddle plate, which retains heat extremely well and ensures even temperature recovery during continuous cooking cycles.
- The 48" x ~21" cooking surface gives chefs a wide, efficient workspace for multitasking multiple menu items at once without crowding the line.
- Built with a stainless steel body, splash guards, and reinforced grease system, it is designed to handle daily commercial abuse while keeping cleanup fast and controlled.
- We also like the manual independent burner control system, which gives chefs direct flame control across zones—ideal for managing different heat needs on one griddle.
- The large-capacity grease trough and removable drawers improve workflow efficiency and reduce downtime during peak service hours.
Q&A
Q: What is the American Range ARSMG-48 used for?
A: The ARSMG-48 is a 48-inch commercial gas manual griddle designed for high-volume cooking such as breakfast items, burgers, eggs, sandwiches, and general restaurant flat-top grilling.
Q: How powerful is the ARSMG-48 gas griddle?
A: It delivers a total of 120,000 BTU using four 30,000 BTU U-shaped burners, ensuring fast heat-up and consistent surface temperature across the cooking area.
Q: What is the cooking surface size of the ARSMG-48?
A: It features a 48" wide by 21" deep polished steel griddle plate, providing a large, even cooking area for continuous service.
Q: What type of griddle plate does it use?
A: It uses a 1-inch thick polished steel plate that retains heat efficiently for even cooking and strong searing performance.
Q: Does the ARSMG-48 offer temperature control?
A: Yes. It uses manual controls for each burner, allowing chefs to create heat zones and adjust temperatures from approximately 250°F to 500°F.
Q: Is the ARSMG-48 suitable for heavy commercial use?
A: Yes. It is built with stainless steel construction and designed for continuous operation in restaurants, diners, and high-demand kitchens.
Q: How is cleaning handled on this griddle?
A: It includes a full-width grease trough and removable grease drawers that simplify cleanup during and after service.
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