Summerset Sizzler 40: a five burner gas grill that needs no electricity
The Summerset Sizzler 40 is a 40 inch built in gas grill. It drops into a cutout in an outdoor kitchen island, so it has no legs of its own. This value line suits a first outdoor kitchen or rental. The body is 443 stainless steel, a grade that stands up to rain and sun and keeps the price down, and Summerset backs it with a lifetime warranty. It has five stainless steel tube burners at 12,000 BTU each. It gives you about 870 square inches of cooking space, counting the warming rack.
It lights with a push button spark and has a match port as a backup, so it needs no electricity. Thick 8 millimeter grates hold heat for sear marks, and steel flame tamers under them spread the heat and cut flare ups. The knobs cannot be pulled off and pocketed, which is why shared patios like this line. On the page you pick natural gas or propane, and it comes built for that gas. A sear burner, a rotisserie kit, and a griddle plate are optional on the page, and so is a matching cart if you do not have an island. Want a back burner and lights? See the Summerset Sizzler Pro 40 built in gas grill. The Summerset Sizzler 40 ships free from My Cozy Outdoors with No Sales Tax (except WY) and the full manufacturer warranty.
FAQ
How many people can I realistically cook for on the Sizzler 40?
With 867.93 square inches of total cooking area, including a 201.93 square inch warming rack, the Sizzler 40 comfortably feeds a crowd — think a couple dozen burgers in a single round. It is the size to pick when weekend gatherings, team parties, or big family dinners are the norm rather than the exception.
What is the hood construction on this grill?
The Sizzler 40 wears a 16-gauge, double-lined #443 stainless steel hood. The double lining insulates the cooking chamber so roasts and thick cuts cook evenly with the lid down, while the outer skin stays cooler and resists discoloration. A built-in temperature gauge lets you monitor the chamber without lifting the lid.
Can I still light the burners if the igniter ever acts up?
Yes. Alongside its piezo ignition, the Sizzler 40 includes a manual flash tube — a match-lighting port that lets you safely light each burner by hand. Since the piezo system is mechanical and needs no batteries or electricity in the first place, you have two dependable ways to get cooking.
What routine maintenance does a gas grill like this need?
Brush the 8mm grates after each cook, run a ten-minute burn-off on high, and empty the full-length drip tray before it fills. A few times a season, check the 12,000 BTU tube burners for blocked ports and wipe the #443 exterior with stainless cleaner. The Sizzler 40’s flame tamers pull out for scrubbing too.
Is there a performance difference between natural gas and propane?
Not on this grill. The natural gas SZR40 and propane SZR40L are both rated at 12,000 BTUs per burner, so heat and cooking behavior are effectively identical. Just order the SKU that matches your fuel supply, because each Sizzler 40 is factory-built for one fuel and is not field-convertible.
Can I cook ribs low and slow on the Sizzler 40?
Absolutely — its width is an advantage. Light only the outer burners, hold the chamber around 250 to 275 F on the gauge, and park rib racks over the unlit center for three to four hours of indirect cooking. Browse our full BBQ grill collection if you are comparing entertainer-size options.
Do stainless steel grills need covers?
A cover is smart insurance. The Sizzler 40’s #443 stainless steel is durable, but #443 benefits more from cover protection than premium #304 does, especially near pools or salt air. Keeping the grill covered between cooks prevents tea staining and keeps pollen, water spots, and debris off the grates.