Blodgett 981 Double Gas Deck Oven – 42" x 32" Deck, 4-Compartment
100,000 BTU | 200–500 °F mechanical thermostat | cETLus, NSF, CE listed
The legendary Blodgett 981 is engineered for bakeries, pizzerias and high-volume kitchens that demand rock-solid
reliability and consistent, even baking. Two independent oven sections—each with two 7" high compartments—give you
four decks and nearly 19 ft² of total baking surface in one space-saving footprint.
Key benefits
- 42" × 32" steel decks deliver uniform heat for breads, pizzas, pastries and roasts.
- Accurate 200–500 °F liquid-pressure thermostat for dependable results every time.
- Free-floating duplex tube burners (50,000 BTU per section) for fast recovery & superior distribution.
- Counter-balanced doors with cool-touch chrome handles—no springs to wear out.
- All-stainless exterior and full angle-iron frame stand up to years of commercial abuse.
- 7" adjustable stainless legs (casters optional) for easy leveling or mobility.
- Fully insulated on all sides to hold heat and reduce energy usage.
Built to last
- 12-gauge press-formed, reinforced steel decks.
- Aluminized steel combustion chamber & compartment liner resist corrosion.
- Separate burner door for tool-free ignition, cleaning and adjustment.
- Five-year limited oven door warranty backs the Blodgett reputation.
Specifications
| Model |
981 Double (2 stacked sections) |
| Total compartments |
4 (2 per section) |
| Deck size (W × D × H) |
42" × 32" × 7" (1067 × 813 × 178 mm) |
| Baking surface area |
18.68 ft² (1.74 m²) |
| Heat source |
Natural or propane gas, 50,000 BTU/hr per section (100,000 BTU total) |
| Temperature range |
200–500 °F (93–288 °C) |
| Exterior |
Stainless steel front, top, sides & back |
| Overall dimensions (W × D × H) |
60" × 40" × 68 ⅞" (1524 × 1016 × 1749 mm, incl. flue) |
| Gas connection |
¾" NPT (per section) |
| Inlet pressure |
Natural 7–10.5" W.C. | Propane 11–13" W.C. |
| Shipping weight |
1,450 lb (658 kg) |
| Certifications |
cETLus, NSF, CE |
Pan capacities (full double)
| Item |
Per oven |
| 10" pie tins |
48 |
| 18" × 26" bun pans |
8 |
| 9 ½" × 5" bread pans |
96 |
| 9" × 7" roll pans |
64 |
| 19" × 4" pullman pans |
56 |
| 13" × 16 ½" cup tins |
36 |
| 20" × 28" roast pans |
8 |
Factory options
- Flexible gas hose & quick-disconnect (36" or 48").
- Casters with black legs.
- Stainless steel crown-angle trim.
- Vent kit.
- QHT 1 ½" Rokite pizza deck.
- Steam jets.
- FDTH 300–650 °F thermostat.
- Centigrade dial 100 °C–300 °C (no-charge option).
Warranty & startup
• 2-year parts / 1-year labor warranty
• 5-year limited door warranty
• Optional factory startup service available to verify proper installation and calibration.
Important: This appliance is intended for commercial use only and must be installed under a
properly sized ventilation hood by a qualified technician. Always verify local codes before purchase.
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