Hoshizaki K420R Compact 343 Ltr Single Door Upright Fridge
Product Description
The Hoshizaki K420R is a single-door upright refrigerator from the Compact series — a range built specifically for commercial kitchens where floor space is at a premium but food safety...
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 265
- Capacity (shelves)
- 5
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- B
Product Description
The Hoshizaki K420R is a single-door upright refrigerator from the Compact series — a range built specifically for commercial kitchens where floor space is at a premium but food safety standards remain non-negotiable. It delivers solid chilled storage in a footprint small enough for tight back-of-house layouts, prep areas, and service sections where a full-size reach-in cabinet simply will not fit.
In a working kitchen, the K420R holds temperature reliably throughout service. The automatic defrost system and air distribution design work together to maintain consistent temperatures across the interior, which matters when fresh produce, dairy, and prepared ingredients are being accessed repeatedly during a busy shift. Door openings during service inevitably cause some temperature fluctuation, and this cabinet handles that well for the volume of use it is designed to support.
From a day-to-day operational standpoint, the cabinet is straightforward to work with and to maintain:
- One-piece inner lining with smooth, seamless surfaces simplifies daily cleaning
- Rounded internal corners reduce food trap points and speed up end-of-service wipe-downs
- Removable door seal allows thorough cleaning without specialist tools
- Full-height integrated handle is easy to grip and wipe clean
- Automatic defrost reduces the need for manual intervention during service
The K420R connects to a standard single-phase supply and requires no specialist services beyond a suitable power outlet and adequate clearance for ventilation. It is worth confirming ventilation clearances before positioning the unit, particularly in confined spaces or where it sits close to other equipment generating heat.
This cabinet is well suited to smaller restaurants, cafés, sandwich bars, pub kitchens, and food-to-go operations that need dependable chilled storage without committing the floor space of a larger unit. It is best matched to moderate storage demands rather than high-volume, multi-sitting services. If your operation requires significantly greater chilled capacity, a larger model from the range would be worth exploring.
If you would like to talk through whether the K420R is the right fit for your kitchen layout and storage requirements, the team is here to help.
Key Features
- Compact single-door design suits tight back-of-house and prep areas
- Automatic defrost system reduces manual intervention during service
- Seamless one-piece inner lining designed for straightforward daily cleaning
- Removable door gasket allows thorough cleaning without specialist tools
- Consistent air distribution maintains stable temperatures throughout the interior
Operational Benefits
- Reliable temperature hold protects fresh produce and dairy through busy service
- Compact footprint frees up floor space in smaller or tighter kitchen layouts
- Easy-clean interior surfaces support food hygiene compliance with less effort
- Single-phase connection keeps installation simple with no specialist services needed
- Handles repeated door openings during service without significant temperature drift
Specifications
- Capacity (litres)
- 265
- Capacity (shelves)
- 5
- Climate class
- 4
- Energy rating
- B
- External depth (mm)
- 645
- External height (mm)
- 1900
- External width (mm)
- 595
- Extra information
- Shelf Size: 483.8 x 433mm
- Insulation
- 52mm
- Internal finish
- Stainless Steel
- Material
- Stainless Steel
- Noise level
- 39.8dB
- Power rating (kw)
- 0.120
- Power type
- 13amp Plug
- Refrigerant
- R600a
- Temperature range (deg c)
- +1 to +12
- Weight (kg)
- 87
Frequently Asked Questions
- The K420R is designed for moderate chilled storage demands rather than high-throughput, multi-sitting operations. For kitchens running frequent covers across a full day service, the repeated access and greater stock volumes may put pressure on a cabinet of this size, and a higher-capacity model would be worth considering.
- The unit connects to a standard single-phase power supply, so no specialist electrical work is required beyond a suitable outlet. The main practical consideration is ensuring adequate ventilation clearance around the cabinet — particularly important if it is positioned close to cooking equipment or in a confined space. If you are unsure about clearances in your layout, it is worth checking before the unit is installed.
- The K420R is commonly found in smaller restaurants, cafés, sandwich bars, pub kitchens, and food-to-go outlets where reliable chilled storage is needed but floor space is limited. It is less suited to large-scale catering operations or central production kitchens where significantly greater storage capacity is typically required.