When you're shopping for commercial cooking equipment, a six-burner gas range is a core purchase. The hard part is deciding how much to spend on a used unit and how much hands-on work you're willing to take on. Two options sit at very different points on that spectrum: the Imperial 36" Restaurant Range with 6 Open Gas Burners & Standard Oven Pre-Owned and the Garland 6 Burner 34" Commercial Natural Gas Range Oven Stove M/MS 40RC. Both are used and both have six burners. The right choice depends on your setup, your budget, and how much effort you want to put in.
Quick verdict
If you need the lowest possible entry point and can handle a project unit, the Imperial IR-6 at $399 is the pragmatic pick. It gets you a range with a stainless steel front and sides, but it's sold AS-IS and needs a new home. If you'd rather spend more for a unit with a powerful fan and functioning knobs, the Garland MS 40RC at $1,498 is the more complete option. Just be ready for manual lighting, a grimy back, and no cleaning before shipment.
At a glance
| Feature | Imperial IR-6 | Garland MS 40RC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $399 | $1,498 |
| Price bar | ||
| Condition | Used | Used |
| Number of burners | 6 open burners | 6 burners |
| Model | IR-6 | MS 40RC |
| Notable details | Stainless front & sides | Natural gas, 120V |
Where each product wins
Imperial IR-6 wins on upfront cost. It's the lower-priced way into a commercial range. For a kitchen opening on a slim budget, that price difference can be the deciding factor.
Garland MS 40RC wins on completeness. It's the more complete package. You get a range that's ready to work, but you'll also inherit the wear and tear of a commercial kitchen.
Product notes
Imperial 36" Restaurant Range with 6 Open Gas Burners & Standard Oven Pre-Owned
This Imperial range is aimed at start-up restaurants, bars, and similar businesses that need a low-cost way into commercial cooking equipment. It's sold AS-IS, so the unit works but needs some love, and pickup is local to WV near MD. That makes it a good fit for someone who can inspect it in person before committing. Offers are also invited, which could help a tight budget. Because it's local pickup, you'll need your own transportation and a way to move it. If you're nearby and ready to put in some effort, the low price makes it an attractive entry point. If you need a delivered, turnkey unit, this one isn't the right fit.
Garland 6 Burner 34" Commercial Natural Gas Range Oven Stove M/MS 40RC
The Garland MS 40RC is the more complete of the two ranges. The burners work, the oven works, and the fan is powerful. The knobs and flame adjustment are functional, and it runs on natural gas with a standard 120V wall outlet. The oven pilot light works, but the igniter doesn't, so you'll need to light it manually; the pilot stays lit after that. The unit was used in a commercial kitchen and won't be cleaned before shipment, so the back side has a good amount of grease. The manual and wiring diagram are ruined. If you need a working range delivered and can tolerate the extra upkeep, this is the stronger buy.
Final choice by use case
Choose the Imperial IR-6 if you're starting a restaurant or bar, you're located near WV/MD, and you want the lowest possible cost.
Choose the Garland MS 40RC if you want the range that's ready for work and can handle its quirks.
