Hoshizaki FG420R Compact Glass Door Upright Freezer 343Ltr
Product Description
The Hoshizaki FG420R is a compact upright freezer with a full-height glass door, mounted on castors for ease of repositioning. It sits within Hoshizaki's Compact series, which is designed for...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 265
- Capacity (shelves)
- 5
- Climate class
- 3
- Energy rating
- B
Product Description
The Hoshizaki FG420R is a compact upright freezer with a full-height glass door, mounted on castors for ease of repositioning. It sits within Hoshizaki's Compact series, which is designed for operators who need reliable frozen storage without the larger footprint of a full Gastronorm-spec cabinet. The glass door allows staff to identify contents quickly without opening the unit, which helps maintain consistent cabinet temperatures during a busy service.
In a working kitchen environment, this unit performs well in roles where access frequency is moderate — grab-and-go frozen ingredients, dessert components, or front-of-house display of frozen goods. The Compact series carries a sound energy rating for its class, which matters in environments where refrigeration runs around the clock. Recovery after door openings is handled capably for the cabinet's intended workload, though it is worth noting this is not a heavy-duty Gastronorm freezer and is best matched to operations with lighter frozen storage demands.
Practical benefits for day-to-day kitchen operation include:
- Glass door reduces unnecessary door-opening, supporting temperature stability
- Castor-mounted base simplifies cleaning and repositioning
- Compact footprint suits tight back-of-house or front-of-house counter arrangements
- Energy-efficient performance keeps running costs reasonable over continuous operation
- Food-safe interior construction meets commercial hygiene standards
On the installation side, this is a self-contained electric unit that requires a standard mains supply and adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet — particularly at the rear and top. The castor base makes initial placement straightforward, but the surrounding airflow requirements should be factored in when planning the position. It is not intended for outdoor or unheated storage environments.
This freezer is well suited to smaller independent restaurants, cafés, hotel bars, or front-of-house display settings where a compact, presentable frozen storage solution is needed. For kitchens with higher throughput or a need to store full Gastronorm trays in volume, a heavier-duty upright freezer from the broader range would be a more appropriate choice.
If you are unsure whether this model fits your service volume or available space, our team is happy to talk through the options before you commit.
Key Features
- Full-height glass door for quick visual identification of stored items
- Castor-mounted base allows easy repositioning and thorough floor cleaning
- Compact 343-litre cabinet designed for kitchens with limited floor space
- Energy-efficient refrigeration system suited to continuous 24-hour operation
- Food-safe interior construction built to commercial hygiene standards
Operational Benefits
- Glass door reduces unnecessary openings, helping maintain stable cabinet temperatures
- Castor base saves time during daily and deep-clean kitchen maintenance routines
- Space-efficient footprint fits tight service areas without sacrificing storage capacity
- Low running costs support tighter margins in smaller catering operations
- Presentable glass-front design works equally well front-of-house or back-of-house
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 265
- Capacity (shelves)
- 5
- Climate class
- 3
- Energy rating
- B
- External depth (mm)
- 667
- External height (mm)
- 1901
- External width (mm)
- 595
- Extra information
- Shelf Size: 483.8 x 433mm
- Insulation
- 52mm
- Internal finish
- Stainless Steel
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Noise level
- 39.7dB
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.140
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Temperature range (deg c)
- -19 to -5
- Weight (kg)
- 110
Frequently Asked Questions
- The Hoshizaki Compact series is not designed around Gastronorm tray compatibility in the way that heavier-duty upright freezers are. It suits operators storing portioned items, packaged goods, or smaller containers rather than full GN pans. If your operation relies on bulk Gastronorm frozen storage, a larger capacity model from the range would serve you better.
- This is a self-contained electric freezer requiring a standard mains connection and adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet, particularly at the rear and top. The castor base makes positioning straightforward, but you should plan for sufficient airflow space to ensure the refrigeration system operates efficiently and the unit meets its rated performance.
- The glass door and compact proportions make this a practical choice for front-of-house frozen display — for example, in a café, hotel bar, or dessert counter. It presents contents clearly and operates quietly enough for customer-facing environments. For high-traffic retail display with very frequent door openings throughout the day, it is worth discussing expected usage with us to confirm the unit is the right match.