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Southbend (Middleby) 4481EE-3TL Ultimate Gas RangesSouthbend Ultimate Series 48" Gas Restaurant Range w 36" Thermostatic Griddle & Dual Space Saver Ovens Model 448EE 220,000 BTU Natural LP Power, precision and flexibilitypacked into a 48 inch footprint. The Southbend Ultimate Series gives chefs a rugged 36" thermostatic griddle for pancakes, burgers and sears, two high output non clog burners for sauces and stock, and a pair of full featured ovens for baking or finishing. Fewer steps on the line,
Southbend Ultimate Series 48" Gas Restaurant Range w/ 36" Thermostatic Griddle & Dual Space-Saver Ovens
Model 448EE • 220,000 BTU • Natural/LPPower, precision and flexibility—packed into a 48-inch footprint. The Southbend Ultimate Series gives chefs a rugged 36" thermostatic griddle for pancakes, burgers and sears, two high-output non-clog burners for sauces and stock, and a pair of full-featured ovens for baking or finishing. Fewer steps on the line, faster ticket times for you.
Key Features
- 36" smooth, ½" polished steel griddle plate on the left with independent thermostatic control (175 – 550 °F).
- (2) 33,000 BTU open top non-clog burners with removable cast-iron grates—rear grate holds up to a 14" stock pot.
- (2) 45,000 BTU space-saver ovens with battery spark ignition; each ships with a rack and fits full-size pans front-to-back.
- Total output: 220,000 BTU (field convertible for Natural or Propane gas).
- 22 ½" flue riser with heavy-duty shelf keeps plating and garnishes within arm’s reach.
- All-stainless front, sides, shelf & 6" adjustable legs—built for easy wipe-downs and long service life.
- Front-mounted manual gas shut-off valve and factory-installed regulator streamline installation.
- Battery-spark ignition for ovens means no electrical connection is required.
Why Operators Love It
- Saves hood space by combining griddle, open burners and two ovens in one 48" chassis.
- Lifetime non-clog cast-iron burner design minimizes downtime and service calls.
- Coved, fully porcelain-enamel oven cavities wipe clean—no hidden corners or seams.
- NSF listed and CSA Flame/Star certified for peace-of-mind inspections.
- Backed by Southbend’s 1-year parts & labor warranty and nationwide service network.
Specifications
| Cooking Surface | 48 ⅝" W × 27" D |
|---|---|
| Open Burners | (2) 33,000 BTU non-clog, cast-iron |
| Griddle | 36" W × 24" D, ½" thick, thermostatic (175 – 550 °F) – 64,000 BTU |
| Ovens (each) | 45,000 BTU; interior 14" H × 19 ½" W × 26 ½" D |
| Total Input | 220,000 BTU |
| Gas Connection | ¾" NPT, rear (opposite griddle side) |
| Ignition | Standing pilot (burners & griddle) / Battery spark (ovens) |
| Overall Dimensions | 48 ⅝" W × 34" D × 59 ½" H (to top of flue) |
| Shipping Weight | ≈ 735 lb |
| Certifications | NSF, cCSAus, CSA Flame, CSA Star |
Install under a vented hood. Minimum 10" clearance from combustibles on sides and rear.
What’s in the Box
- (1) rack per oven (additional racks available)
- 22 ½" stainless flue riser with shelf
- Factory-installed pressure regulator
- Owner’s manual & warranty registration card
Installation Reminder: For floors other than quarry tile, cement or natural stone, consult Southbend for approved mounting options. When using cookware 12" Ø or larger, limit use to the rear burners to prevent excessive heat on the front rail.
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★★★★★ 5
Use the best oil to protect your investment
Configuration: 4-Stroke, Size: 1 GA
Great product.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 30, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Works well. You need to drill a 3/8” hole
Appears to be well made, alignment bar slides in nicely. As stated, you need to drill a hole in the bar for the gimble bearing driver, the directions are not clear, what I did was before I take out the old gimble bearing, put an O ring on the bar close to the last step on the bar, slide the bar all the way in, then carefully slide the bar out, this marks the distance from the back of the gimble bearing to where the shaft on the outdrive bottoms out, move the O ring a 1/4” towards the stepped part of the alignment tool (this is so you won’t bottom out the alignment tool when driving the gimble bearing in) then slide the driver puck up to the O ring and use a 3/8” diameter transfer punch through the side hole in the puck to mark the bar. You need to drill a 3/8” diameter hole in the alignment bar, two V blocks, some clamps, and a drill press will make drilling much easier, after the bar is securely mounted and centered in the drill press, use a center drill, then 1/4” drill first, using plenty of oil, drill all the way through, then use the 3/8” drill, deburr both sides and you should be good to go. People complain that it doesn’t come pre-drilled, the reason is that not all out drives are the same so you have to fit it to the outdrive that you have. Fortunately, I have a machine shop at my house and have a jig setup with various drill bushings, but the method I described above should work for you. Just make sure you’re perfectly centered and secure before you start drilling.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2026
★★★★★ 5
A must pull your gimbal bearing
You do need to drill a hole but worked perfect
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Reviewed in the United States on December 26, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Worked for Volvo Penta SX Gimbal Bearing
Very heavy tool, I was surprised. Pulled my bearing like it was nothing. Putting the new bearing in was a little more difficult as you have to drill a hole in the engine alignment shaft where it will work for your particular outdrive. Not hard, but it does not come pre-drilled as the required depth for each particular gimbal bearing differs by manufacturer and model. Measure your bearing placement before removal and check that it was installed correctly in the first place. The bearing should line up with the grease fitting and the o-rings on the drive shaft should end up riding in the middle of the bearing. once you have your measurement drill the hole, I used a drill press. I suppose you could use it on multiple outdrive models as long as you can drill more holes.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2023
★★★★★ 5
Great value
This kit worked perfectly on my Alpha one mercury outdrive. I saw a lot of people mention that it was a hassle to drill the hole when you better have all this alignment stuff. I threw it in use my regular drill drill guide and then the second hole was lined up. Pulling Gimble be very easy. I did have to adjust it up at an angle because my bearing was sitting in their crooked and it came out the second time I made the adjustment to the angle. I would highly recommend this.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2024
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