Hamilton Beach BigRig HMI016-UK 87 Ltr Commercial Stick Blender
Product Description
The Hamilton Beach BigRig HMI016-UK is a heavy-duty immersion blender built for continuous use in commercial kitchens. With an 87-litre capacity rating and a 1HP motor, it is designed to...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 87
- External depth (mm)
- 140
- External height (mm)
- 880
- External width (mm)
- 216
Product Description
The Hamilton Beach BigRig HMI016-UK is a heavy-duty immersion blender built for continuous use in commercial kitchens. With an 87-litre capacity rating and a 1HP motor, it is designed to handle the demands of bulk blending — soups, sauces, salsas, dressings — directly in the cooking vessel, without the need to transfer hot liquids to a countertop blender.
In a busy kitchen environment, the ability to blend in volume without stopping mid-service is a practical advantage. The BigRig is built for continuous run operation, meaning it can work through large batches without the interruption that motors rated for intermittent duty require. The variable speed control gives operators meaningful control over texture — from a rough chop consistency through to a smooth, uniform purée — and the colour-coded feedback light makes it straightforward to confirm the speed setting at a glance during a busy service.
A few features that translate into real kitchen advantages:
- Detachable stainless steel shaft removes quickly for cleaning or swapping between uses
- Ergonomic shaft grip and two-position handle reduce operator fatigue during extended blending runs
- Continuous run motor suits high-volume batch work without duty-cycle restrictions
- 12-foot (365cm) yellow power cord provides practical reach around the kitchen and is easy to spot
- Wall mount and cord holder keep the unit stored neatly and ready for service
Installation is straightforward — this is a plug-in appliance requiring a standard UK mains supply, with no fixed plumbing or gas connection needed. It is worth confirming you have an appropriate socket positioned within reach of the primary cooking area, given the cord length. The unit is well suited to medium- to high-volume operations: hotel kitchens, contract catering, pub kitchens producing daily soup specials, and similar environments where bulk blending is a regular part of the workflow. For very high-throughput sites blending constantly across multiple services, it is worth discussing whether a higher-capacity immersion blender or a dedicated batch-blending setup would be more appropriate.
If you are unsure whether this model is the right fit for your kitchen's volume or workflow, our team is happy to talk through the options with you before you commit.
Key Features
- 1HP motor handles continuous bulk blending of soups and sauces
- 87-litre rated capacity for large-batch in-vessel blending
- Variable speed dial with colour-coded light for precise blending control
- Fully sealed stainless steel shaft detaches quickly for cleaning or changeover
- 12-foot high-visibility yellow cord with wall mount and cord storage holder
Operational Benefits
- Blends large batches directly in the pot, reducing transfer time and spillage risk
- Continuous run operation keeps pace with high-volume service without overheating
- Variable speed control delivers consistent texture from rough chop to smooth purée
- Removable shaft speeds up cleaning between uses and end-of-service wash-down
- Two-position handle reduces operator fatigue during extended blending tasks
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 87
- External depth (mm)
- 140
- External height (mm)
- 880
- External width (mm)
- 216
- Extra information
- 406mm shaft length
- Machine output
- 3000-15,000 RPM
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.75
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Weight (kg)
- 6.3
Frequently Asked Questions
- Yes — the BigRig is designed specifically for in-vessel blending in large containers, and the 87-litre capacity rating reflects that. It works well in deep stock pots and tall containers where a standard immersion blender shaft would not reach comfortably. Check the shaft length against your deepest vessels before ordering if that is a consideration.
- The BigRig is rated for continuous run operation, which distinguishes it from lighter-duty immersion blenders that require rest cycles between uses. This makes it a practical choice for kitchens that need to push through large volumes of soup or sauce without stopping mid-batch.
- It suits medium- to high-volume kitchens where bulk blending is a regular daily task — hotel operations, contract catering, pub kitchens, and similar environments. For sites with very heavy continuous blending demands across multiple services, it is worth speaking to us about whether a higher-capacity model would be a better long-term fit.