The Frymaster HD160G is a high-capacity commercial gas fryer engineered for demanding foodservice operations that require rapid recovery, high production output, and efficient oil management. Featuring an 80 lb frypot capacity and Frymaster’s advanced Thermo-Tube heat-transfer system, the HD160G delivers efficient heat transfer with lower idle costs and reduced gas consumption per pound of food cooked. Its enlarged 6" diameter heat tubes and proprietary baffle design increase heat-transfer surface area while minimizing heat stress on the oil, helping extend oil life and maintain consistent frying performance during peak production periods.
Designed specifically for high-volume frying applications, the HD160G incorporates a wide cold zone and forward-sloping frypot bottom to separate sediment from the cooking area and simplify routine cleaning. The Thermatron® temperature controller maintains precise oil temperatures within ±1°F for fast response to changing cooking loads, while the robust RTD temperature probe, electronic ignition system, and stainless steel construction support long-term reliability in busy kitchens. The HD160G is ideal for restaurants, QSRs, commissaries, and institutional kitchens frying large quantities of fries, chicken, breaded foods, and other high-demand menu items.
Key Features
- 80 lb high-efficiency tube-type gas fryer
- Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design with proprietary baffles
- 6" diameter tubes with 36% greater heat-transfer surface area
- Thermatron® controller with ±1°F temperature accuracy
- Wide cold zone for sediment collection and improved oil life
- Forward-sloping frypot bottom for easier draining and cleaning
- RTD 1° compensating temperature probe
- Electronic ignition system
- Melt cycle and boil-out mode
- Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides
- Combination gas valve with regulator
- 1-1/2" full-port IPS ball-type drain valve
- Designed for high-volume frying applications
- Two twin baskets included standard
- Adjustable steel legs standard.
Commercial Insights
The Frymaster HD160G is engineered for operators requiring large-capacity frying performance with strong energy efficiency and consistent recovery during continuous production. Its Thermo-Tube system improves heat transfer efficiency while reducing heat stress on oil, helping lower energy consumption and extend oil life compared to conventional tube fryers. The large 80 lb frypot, precise Thermatron® temperature control, and wide cold zone make the HD160G especially effective for high-volume operations frying heavily breaded products, fries, and chicken, making it a strong fit for QSR chains, institutional kitchens, commissaries, and other demanding commercial foodservice environments.
| Section | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity & Cooking Area | Oil Capacity | 80 lbs (43 liters / 40 liters listed in legacy specification) |
| Frying Area | 18" × 18" × 3.75" (46 × 46 × 9.53 cm) per frypot | |
| Frypot Configuration | Tube-Type Frypot | |
| Number of Tubes | 5 | |
| Performance & Gas Requirements | Power Output | 100,000 BTU/hr (CE - 27 kW net) per frypot / Legacy specification lists 125,000 BTU/hr |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas / Propane / Mix | |
| Gas Connection | 3/4" NPT | |
| Natural Gas Pressure | 6" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Liquid Propane Pressure | 9" W.C. – 14" W.C. | |
| Controller | Thermatron® standard | |
| Electrical Requirement | NEMA 5-15P plug, 120V 1A | |
| Construction & System Design | Heating System | Thermo-Tube heat-transfer design |
| Temperature Control | RTD 1° compensating temperature probe | |
| Cold Zone | Wide cold zone with forward-sloping frypot bottom | |
| Drain Valve | 1-1/4" to 1-1/2" full-port IPS ball-type drain valve | |
| Material Construction | Stainless steel frypot, front, door, and cabinet sides | |
| Standard Accessories | (2) Twin baskets, basket hangers, basket support racks, adjustable steel legs | |
| Dimensions & Shipping | Width | 20.4" (51.8 cm) |
| Depth | 38.1" (96.8 cm) | |
| Height | 45.8" (116.3 cm) | |
| Drain Height | 12.5" (31.8 cm) | |
| Shipping Weight | 255 lbs (116 kg) | |
| Crated Dimensions | 41" W × 25" D × 54" H | |
| Cubic Feet | 32 | |
| Shipping Class | 85 |

- Model:
- HD160G
- Controller:
- THERMATRON
- Controls:
- 1A (Domestic)
- Filter System:
- 8A (for Filtration Models)
- Basket Lifts:
- 3A
- Dimensions:
- 20"W x 45"H x 36.75"D
- Power Type:
- Gas
- Fuel Type:
- Natural Gas/Liquid Propane
- Oil Capacity:
- 80 lb per Full Frypot
- Fry Area:
- 18" × 18" × 3.75" per Full Pot
- Plug Type:
- Nema 5-15P
- Pot Type:
- Tube
- Power:
- 100,000 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 Frypots):
- (1) - 1"
- Warranty:
- Frypot=1st year: Parts + Labor, 2nd - 10th year: Parts Only
For complete product specifications and to download the file, please click below.
HD160G-Specification-Sheet-1
HD160G-Specification-Sheet-2
HD160G Operation Manual
