The DEAN PowerRunner 3PRG50T is a triple-battery commercial gas fryer system designed for high-volume kitchens that require strong frying output, reliable recovery, and flexible operational configuration without built-in filtration. Each frypot provides a 50 lb oil capacity and 120,000 BTU/hr heat input, making the system suitable for continuous production of French fries, breaded products, proteins, and specialty fried foods. Its Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design improves heat distribution across the frypot and reduces heat concentration on the oil, supporting efficient cooking temperatures, consistent recovery, and longer oil life.
The 3PRG50T uses a wide cold zone with a forward-sloping bottom to help collect sediment away from the active cooking area, improving oil quality and simplifying routine cleaning. Stainless steel frypots, doors, fronts, and cabinet sides support durability in demanding commercial kitchens, while controller options such as Millivolt, Thermatron, Digital Timer, and CM3.5 allow operators to match the fryer battery to their workflow. With optional basket lifts, external oil discharge, spreader cabinets, and accessory configurations, the 3PRG50T is a practical fit for QSRs, institutional kitchens, concessions, and multi-menu foodservice operations needing scalable frying capacity.
Key Features
- Triple 50 lb tube-type commercial gas fryer battery
- 120,000 BTU/hr input per frypot
- Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design
- Wide cold zone with forward-sloping bottom
- Multiple controller options: Millivolt, Thermatron, Digital Timer, or CM3.5
- Robust RTD 1° compensating temperature probe
- Drain safety switch
- Combination gas valve with regulator
- Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides
- Over-the-flue basket hanger and basket support rack
- 6"–7" adjustable steel legs
- Optional basket lifts available with CM3.5 controller
- Optional external oil discharge, spreader cabinet, frypot covers, and accessory kits
- Designed for high-volume frying without built-in filtration.
Commercial Insights
The DEAN PowerRunner 3PRG50T is well suited for operators needing triple-frypot throughput with straightforward tube-fryer durability and flexible configuration options. Its Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design supports strong recovery and improved oil life, while the wide cold zone and forward-sloping bottom simplify sediment removal during heavy production. Compared with more automated fryer batteries, the 3PRG50T offers a practical balance of capacity, reliability, and lower system complexity, making it valuable for QSRs, concessions, institutional kitchens, and high-volume restaurants that prefer separate oil-management procedures rather than integrated filtration.
| 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 |
| Temperature Probe | Robust RTD 1° compensating temperature probe | |
| Safety Feature | Drain safety switch | |
| Construction Material | Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides | |
| Standard Accessories | Twin baskets, basket hangers, basket support racks, adjustable steel legs | |
| Dimensions & Shipping | Width | 46.7" (118.6 cm) |
| Depth | 30.8" (78.3 cm) | |
| Height | 46.33" (117.7 cm) | |
| Drain Height | 17.5" (44 cm) | |
| Shipping Weight | 540 lbs. (246 kg) | |
| Crated Dimensions | 66" W × 36" D × 55" H | |
| Cubic Feet | 88 | |
| Shipping Class | 77.5 |
- Model:
- 3PRG50T
- Controls:
- Thermatron
- Dimensions:
- 46.5"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:
- 360,000 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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