Drawer menu
-
Restaurant Equipment
-
Food Preparation
-
Food Servery & Display
-
Beverage Machines
-
Dish & Glasswashers
-
Refrigeration
-
Laundry Machines
-
Sinks, Tables & Storage
-
Smallwares
Hoshizaki
Hoshizaki KM-40C-HC Crescent Ice Machine (43kg/24hr)
£1,357.00(£1,628.40 inc VAT)
Delivery Information
Price Match
The Hoshizaki KM-40C-HC is a self-contained crescent ice machine producing up to 43kg of ice per 24 hours. It sits at the lighter end of Hoshizaki's KM Edge range, making it a practical choice for operations that need a steady, reliable ice supply without the footprint or cost of a full modular system. The crescent shape — a distinctive Hoshizaki format — produces clear, slow-melting ice that performs well in both drinks service and display applications.
In a busy bar or café environment, this machine runs continuously through service, producing crescent cubes that chill drinks effectively without over-diluting them. The enlarged, bonded evaporator surface used across the KM Edge range helps to shorten harvest cycles, meaning ice is released and restocked in the bin more frequently than older evaporator designs allow. For most light-to-moderate service volumes, this keeps pace with demand without needing supplementary storage.
From an operational standpoint, the self-contained design simplifies installation considerably — there is no separate remote condenser or additional refrigeration equipment to accommodate. Key practical advantages include:
- Crescent ice melts slowly, reducing watery drinks and customer complaints during long service
- Self-contained unit reduces installation complexity and service call logistics
- Hoshizaki's stainless steel construction supports straightforward daily cleaning routines
- Compact footprint suits counter or under-counter positioning in tighter spaces
- Consistent output supports reliable stock planning for café and bar teams
Being a self-contained unit, the condenser is air-cooled and housed within the machine itself. This means adequate ventilation clearance around the unit is essential — positioning it in a confined, poorly ventilated space will reduce efficiency and ice output, particularly during warmer months. A direct mains water connection and appropriate drainage are required. It is worth confirming incoming water quality, as hard water areas will require a suitable filtration solution to protect the evaporator and maintain ice clarity over time.
This machine is well suited to cafés, small bars, hotel breakfast operations, and light food service environments where ice demand is moderate and consistent. For sites running high-volume drinks service across multiple stations, or where ice is needed for food preparation and display in addition to drinks, the output may fall short during peak periods — in those cases a higher-capacity model within the range would be worth considering.
If you are unsure whether the output of this machine matches your anticipated demand, or if you have questions about water filtration or installation requirements specific to your site, we are happy to talk it through before you commit.
Frequently asked questions
Is 43kg per day enough for a busy bar or café?
For a small café or low-to-moderate volume bar, 43kg per 24 hours is generally sufficient for drinks service throughout the day. However, if ice is also being used for food display, blended drinks, or multiple service points simultaneously, output can fall short during peak periods. It is worth estimating your ice use across a typical service day before deciding — we can help you work through that if useful.
What installation requirements should I be aware of before purchasing?
The KM-40C-HC requires a mains cold water connection, a suitable drain, and a standard electrical supply. As an air-cooled self-contained unit, it also needs adequate ventilation clearance on all sides — insufficient airflow will reduce ice output and put unnecessary strain on the refrigeration system, particularly in summer. In hard water areas, a water filter is strongly recommended to protect the evaporator and maintain ice quality.
Does crescent ice perform differently from cube or nugget ice in drinks service?
Crescent ice is denser than nugget ice and melts more slowly, which makes it well suited to cold drinks where dilution is a concern — spirits, soft drinks, and iced coffee in particular. It is less suited to blending applications, where nugget or crushed ice is generally preferred. If your operation spans multiple ice uses, it is worth confirming that the crescent format covers the majority of your requirements before ordering.
- Capacity (kg)
- 16
- Cube shape
- Crescent
- External depth
- 610 mm
- External height
- 838 mm
- External width
- 452 mm
- Material
- Stainless steel 430, Galvanized steel (Rear), Plastic (Lower)
- Power rating
- 0.22 kW
- Refrigerant
- R290
- Weight
- 41 kg
£1,357.00(£1,628.40 inc VAT)
£1,357.00(£1,628.40 inc VAT)
The Hoshizaki KM-40C-HC is a self-contained crescent ice machine producing up to 43kg of ice per 24 hours. It sits at the lighter end of Hoshizaki's KM Edge range, making it a practical choice for operations that need a steady, reliable ice supply without the footprint or cost of a full modular system. The crescent shape — a distinctive Hoshizaki format — produces clear, slow-melting ice that performs well in both drinks service and display applications.
In a busy bar or café environment, this machine runs continuously through service, producing crescent cubes that chill drinks effectively without over-diluting them. The enlarged, bonded evaporator surface used across the KM Edge range helps to shorten harvest cycles, meaning ice is released and restocked in the bin more frequently than older evaporator designs allow. For most light-to-moderate service volumes, this keeps pace with demand without needing supplementary storage.
From an operational standpoint, the self-contained design simplifies installation considerably — there is no separate remote condenser or additional refrigeration equipment to accommodate. Key practical advantages include:
- Crescent ice melts slowly, reducing watery drinks and customer complaints during long service
- Self-contained unit reduces installation complexity and service call logistics
- Hoshizaki's stainless steel construction supports straightforward daily cleaning routines
- Compact footprint suits counter or under-counter positioning in tighter spaces
- Consistent output supports reliable stock planning for café and bar teams
Being a self-contained unit, the condenser is air-cooled and housed within the machine itself. This means adequate ventilation clearance around the unit is essential — positioning it in a confined, poorly ventilated space will reduce efficiency and ice output, particularly during warmer months. A direct mains water connection and appropriate drainage are required. It is worth confirming incoming water quality, as hard water areas will require a suitable filtration solution to protect the evaporator and maintain ice clarity over time.
This machine is well suited to cafés, small bars, hotel breakfast operations, and light food service environments where ice demand is moderate and consistent. For sites running high-volume drinks service across multiple stations, or where ice is needed for food preparation and display in addition to drinks, the output may fall short during peak periods — in those cases a higher-capacity model within the range would be worth considering.
If you are unsure whether the output of this machine matches your anticipated demand, or if you have questions about water filtration or installation requirements specific to your site, we are happy to talk it through before you commit.
- Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
- Opens in a new window.