Hobart Ecomax HETPG77FG Gas Solid Top Oven Range

The Hobart Ecomax HETPG77FG is a gas-fired solid top range with an integrated oven, built for professional kitchens that need consistent, sustained heat across a wide cooking surface. Unlike open-burner configurations, the solid plate distributes heat in graduated zones — running hotter at the centre and cooling progressively toward the edges — which gives operators a single surface capable of handling searing, sautéing, and gentle simmering simultaneously without relocating pans between heat sources. The gas oven beneath offers 2/1 GN double capacity, adding useful flexibility for batch cooking or holding during service.

In sustained service conditions, solid top ranges tend to prove their worth during the middle of a busy push. The plate holds temperature well once it is up to heat, responding to continuous demand steadily rather than cycling up and down. The piezo ignition system means there is nothing to light manually at the start of service, which matters when a kitchen is moving quickly. At 116kg, this is a substantial unit, and that weight is reflected in the build quality and day-to-day durability.

From a practical operational standpoint, the solid top configuration offers several advantages worth considering:

• Graduated heat zones allow multiple cooking methods across one surface
• Solid plate is considerably easier to clean than open burner grates
• Integrated oven makes full use of the footprint without additional equipment
• Piezo ignition simplifies start-of-service setup under pressure
• Stainless steel construction throughout supports kitchen hygiene standards

Installation requires a gas supply and adequate extraction — an appropriate canopy should be confirmed before ordering. The 700mm width fits comfortably within standard 700-series suite configurations, though the 730mm depth and 116kg weight mean it is worth checking access routes and floor loadings in advance, particularly in older or refurbished premises. This unit is intended for fixed commercial installation only.

The HETPG77FG is well suited to mid-volume operations: restaurants, hotel kitchens, contract catering sites, and similar environments where a dependable all-in-one cooking station is needed. It is less well matched to very high-volume kitchens running continuous service across a large number of covers, where a heavier-duty or wider configuration would be the more practical choice. For smaller or lighter-demand kitchens, a reduced-footprint model may be a better fit.

If you would like to talk through whether this range suits your kitchen layout, existing gas infrastructure, or service volume before placing an order, our team is available to help.