The DEAN PowerRunner 2PRG50T is a dual-battery commercial gas fryer system engineered for high-volume restaurant operations requiring dependable frying performance, rapid temperature recovery, and efficient oil management. Featuring two 50 lb frypots with a combined high-output cooking platform, the fryer battery is designed to handle demanding production environments such as quick-service restaurants, institutional kitchens, concessions, and high-capacity foodservice operations. Its Thermo-Tube heat-transfer system increases heat transfer efficiency while reducing heat concentration on the oil, helping extend oil life and improve cooking consistency across extended operating periods.
The fryer battery utilizes a durable stainless steel frypot and cabinet construction paired with a wide cold zone that helps capture sediment away from the cooking area to support cleaner oil and simplified maintenance. Multiple controller options—including Millivolt, Thermatron, Digital Timer, and CM3.5—allow operators to configure the system based on production complexity and workflow requirements. The millivolt configuration operates without requiring an electrical connection, making it suitable for facilities seeking simplified installation and reliable operation during variable power conditions.
Designed for flexibility and operational scalability, the 2PRG50T supports optional basket lifts, external oil disposal systems, spreader cabinets, and accessory configurations that allow the fryer battery to adapt to evolving kitchen demands. Its high-capacity dual-frypot configuration delivers strong throughput while maintaining consistent cooking temperatures for a wide variety of fried menu items.
Key Features
- Dual 50 lb tube-type commercial gas fryer battery
- Thermo-Tube heat-transfer system
- 120,000 BTU/hr input per frypot
- Wide cold zone for sediment collection
- Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides
- Robust RTD compensating temperature probe
- Multiple controller options available
- Millivolt controller requires no electrical connection
- Combination gas valve with regulator
- Drain safety switch
- Basket support racks and basket hangers included
- Adjustable steel legs
- Compatible with optional basket lifts and oil disposal systems
- Modular battery configuration for high-volume operations.
Commercial Insights
The DEAN PowerRunner 2PRG50T offers an effective balance between production capacity, operational simplicity, and long-term durability for commercial kitchens requiring reliable dual-frypot output without integrated filtration complexity. Its Thermo-Tube heating system improves thermal efficiency and helps reduce oil degradation compared to conventional tube fryers, while the dual-frypot configuration supports simultaneous multi-product frying in high-demand environments. Flexible controller options, optional automation accessories, and durable stainless steel construction make the system particularly well-suited for quick-service chains, high-volume independent restaurants, institutional kitchens, and operators seeking scalable frying capacity with manageable maintenance requirements.
| Section | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Frying Area | Oil Capacity | 50 lbs. (25 liters) per frypot |
| Frying Area | 14" × 14" × 3.5" (35 × 35 × 8.9 cm) per frypot | |
| Pot Type | Tube | |
| Number of Tubes | 4 per frypot | |
| Performance & Gas Requirements | Power Output | 120,000 BTU/hr per frypot |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas / Propane / Mixed Gas | |
| Gas Connection | (1) 1" NPT | |
| Gas Pressure | Natural Gas: 6"–14" W.C.; Liquid Propane: 9"–14" W.C.; Mixed Gas: 11"–14" W.C. | |
| Controller Options | Millivolt, Thermatron, Digital Timer, CM3.5 | |
| Construction & System Features | Heating System | Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design |
| Construction Material | Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides | |
| Safety Feature | Drain safety switch | |
| Standard Accessories | Twin baskets, basket hangers, basket support racks, adjustable steel legs | |
| Cold Zone | Wide cold zone with forward-sloping bottom | |
| Dimensions & Shipping | Width | 31.2" (79.2 cm) |
| Depth | 30.8" (78.3 cm) | |
| Height | 46.33" (117.7 cm) | |
| Drain Height | 17.5" (44 cm) | |
| Shipping Weight | 360 lbs. (164 kg) | |
| Crated Dimensions | 53" W × 36" D × 53" H | |
| Shipping Class | 85 |
- Model:
- 2PRG50T
- Controls:
- CM3.5
- Dimensions:
- 31"W x 46.15"H x 30.78"D
- Power Type:
- Gas
- Fuel Type:
- Natural Gas/Liquid Propane
- Oil Capacity:
- 50 lb per Frypot
- Fry Area:
- 14" × 14" × 3.50"
- Pot Type:
- Tube
- Power:
- 240,000 BTU/HR
- Gas Pressure (Natural Gas):
- 6" W.C.- 14" W.C.
- Gas Pressure (Liquid Propane):
- 9" W.C.- 14" W.C.
- Gas Connection (1 - Frypot):
- (1) - 3/4" NPT
- Gas Connection (2 - 4 Frypot):
- (1) 1"
- Drain Height:
- 17.50"
- Warranty:
- Frypot=1st year: Parts + Labor, 2nd - 10th year: Parts Only
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