Description
Compact 3 Burner Built-In Gas BBQ in Black
Bring powerful Beefeater cooking performance to your outdoor kitchen with the Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner Built-In BBQ in Black (BBG1230BB).
At only 697mm wide, this compact built-in gas BBQ is ideal for smaller outdoor kitchens and alfresco areas where you want a capable built-in barbecue without sacrificing valuable bench space.
Three powerful 15 MJ/hr cast-iron burners provide a combined 45 MJ/hr output, while the porcelain-enamelled cast-iron grill and hotplate give you dedicated surfaces for grilling and hotplate cooking.
Add a double-layer roasting hood with glass viewing window and integrated temperature gauge, Quartz Start ignition, removable warming rack and front-access grease management, and the 1200 Series provides plenty of versatility for grilling, roasting and everyday outdoor cooking.
Why Choose the Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner?
The BBG1230BB combines the cooking features of a traditional built-in Beefeater with a relatively compact footprint and distinctive black finish.
Key Features
- 3 cast-iron burners
- 15 MJ/hr per burner
- 45 MJ/hr total burner output
- Compact 697mm overall width
- Black enamel finish
- 443-grade stainless steel construction
- Porcelain-enamelled cast-iron grill
- Porcelain-enamelled cast-iron hotplate
- Stainless steel vaporisers
- Double-layer roasting hood
- Large glass viewing window
- Integrated temperature gauge
- Large removable warming rack
- Quartz Start ignition
- Front-access grease catchment
- LPG configuration
- Natural Gas conversion kit available
Beefeater combines cast-iron burners and cooking surfaces with stainless steel vaporisers to provide strong heat retention and reliable everyday BBQ performance.
Three Powerful 15 MJ/hr Cast-Iron Burners
The BBG1230BB is powered by three cast-iron burners, with each burner producing:
15 MJ/hr
That gives the barbecue a combined total output of:
45 MJ/hr
The three independently controlled burners give you the flexibility to adjust different sections of the cooking surface depending on what you're cooking.
Use it for:
- Steak
- Burgers
- Sausages
- Chicken
- Lamb
- Seafood
- Vegetables
- Breakfast cooking
- Roasting
- Family BBQs
Compact 697mm Wide Built-In BBQ
One of the biggest advantages of the Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner is its compact size.
The BBG1230BB measures just 697mm wide × 573mm deep, making it a particularly useful option when designing a smaller outdoor kitchen.
It's ideal for:
- Compact outdoor kitchens
- Smaller alfresco areas
- Courtyards
- Townhouses
- Apartments
- Secondary outdoor kitchens
- Outdoor kitchens where bench space is important
Instead of dedicating a metre or more of your kitchen to the BBQ, the compact 3 burner design leaves more room for preparation space, sinks, fridges, drawers and storage.
Black Enamel Finish
The BBG1230BB is the black version of the Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner Built-In BBQ.
Beefeater lists the finish as stainless steel and black, with the product specifically described as the black enamel model.
The darker finish makes it an excellent option for contemporary outdoor kitchens, particularly when paired with:
- Black cabinetry
- Dark stone benchtops
- Black sinks and mixers
- Dark compact laminate
- Black outdoor fridges
- Black rangehoods and accessories
If you're designing an outdoor kitchen around a darker colour palette, the BBG1230BB provides an alternative to the traditional stainless steel BBQ appearance.
Cast-Iron Grill & Hotplate
The BBG1230BB includes both a cast-iron grill and cast-iron hotplate, giving you two different cooking surfaces straight out of the box.
Both cooking surfaces are porcelain enamelled for durability and rust resistance, while cast iron provides excellent heat retention and distribution.
Use the Grill For
- Steak
- Chicken
- Lamb
- Burgers
- Kebabs
- Fish
- Vegetables
Use the Hotplate For
- Bacon
- Eggs
- Onions
- Smash burgers
- Prawns
- Sausages
- Breakfast cooking
- Smaller foods
The combination allows you to grill and hotplate-cook simultaneously.
Double-Layer Roasting Hood
The 1200 Series isn't limited to traditional hood-up grilling.
The BBG1230BB features a double-layer stainless steel roasting hood, allowing you to close the hood and use the barbecue for roasting and indirect cooking.
Use the hood down for:
- Whole chicken
- Roasts
- Larger cuts of meat
- Indirect cooking
- Slower BBQ cooking
- Hood-down grilling
This makes the 1200 Series much more versatile than a basic open built-in grill.
Large Glass Viewing Window
A standout feature of the Beefeater 1200 Series is the large glass viewing window incorporated into the roasting hood.
It allows you to check your food without repeatedly opening the hood and releasing the accumulated heat.
That's particularly useful when you're roasting or cooking indirectly, where maintaining a consistent cooking environment is important.
Integrated Temperature Gauge
The hood also includes an integrated temperature gauge, giving you a quick indication of the temperature inside the barbecue.
Together, the temperature gauge and viewing window make it easier to monitor hood-down cooking.
They're particularly useful for:
- Whole chicken
- Roast meats
- Indirect cooking
- Longer cooks
- Larger cuts of meat
Stainless Steel Vaporisers
The BBG1230BB uses stainless steel vaporisers above its cast-iron burners.
Beefeater's flame-taming system is designed to prevent fat from dripping directly onto the flame, helping provide even heat while minimising the risk of food burning from flare-ups.
The BBG1230BB has two stainless steel vaporisers.
Large Removable Warming Rack
The 1200 Series also includes a large removable warming rack above the main cooking surface.
Use it for:
- Keeping cooked meat warm
- Warming burger buns
- Holding sausages
- Warming vegetables
- Moving food away from direct heat
When you need unrestricted access to the main cooking surface, the warming rack can be removed.
Quartz Start Ignition
Starting the BBG1230BB is simple thanks to Beefeater's integrated Quartz Start ignition system.
Beefeater describes the system as a one-press start designed to get the barbecue fired up quickly and easily.
Easy Grease & Oil Management
Beefeater has designed the 1200 Series to make post-BBQ cleanup easier.
The cooking system draws oil away from the flames, while integrated channels direct excess oil towards the grease collection system.
A bottom drip tray catches grease from the grill, with the catchment tray accessible from the front of the barbecue.
LPG with Natural Gas Conversion Available
The BBG1230BB comes configured for LPG.
If you have Natural Gas available at your home, Beefeater lists a Natural Gas conversion kit available separately through its spare-parts range.
Gas installation and conversion should always be completed in accordance with Beefeater's installation instructions and applicable Australian gas requirements.
Ideal for Smaller Outdoor Kitchens
The BBG1230BB is a particularly good outdoor kitchen BBQ when available space is limited.
At only 697mm wide, it leaves considerably more room for other outdoor kitchen components than many larger built-in BBQs.
That extra space could be used for:
- Additional benchtop
- Drawers
- Cupboards
- Outdoor fridge
- Sink
- Side burner
- Bin storage
For customers who don't regularly cook for large groups, a well-designed three-burner BBQ can make more sense than sacrificing valuable outdoor kitchen space for a much larger barbecue.
BBG1230BB vs BBG1230SB – What's the Difference?
The core specifications of the BBG1230BB and BBG1230SB are effectively the same.
Both have:
- 3 × 15 MJ/hr cast-iron burners
- 45 MJ/hr total output
- Cast-iron grill and hotplate
- Double-layer roasting hood
- Glass viewing window
- Integrated temperature gauge
- Quartz Start ignition
- 697mm width
- 573mm depth
- LPG configuration with NG conversion available
The key difference is the finish.
BBG1230BB – Black enamel
BBG1230SB – Stainless steel
So your choice largely comes down to which appearance works best with your outdoor kitchen design.
Specifications
| Feature |
Specification |
| Product |
Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner Built-In BBQ |
| Model |
BBG1230BB |
| BBQ Type |
Built-In |
| Colour |
Black |
| Finish |
Black Enamel / Stainless Steel |
| Stainless Steel Grade |
443 Grade |
| Fuel |
Gas |
| Gas Setup |
LPG |
| Natural Gas Conversion |
Available |
| Number of Burners |
3 |
| Burner Material |
Cast Iron |
| Burner Output |
15 MJ/hr Each |
| Total Burner Output |
45 MJ/hr |
| Hotplate |
1 |
| Hotplate Material |
Cast Iron |
| Grill |
1 |
| Grill Material |
Cast Iron |
| Roasting Hood |
Yes |
| Hood Construction |
Stainless Steel |
| Hood |
Double Layer |
| Viewing Window |
Yes |
| Temperature Gauge |
Yes |
| Warming Rack |
Large Removable Rack |
| Ignition |
Quartz Start |
| Vaporisers |
2 |
| Vaporiser Material |
Stainless Steel |
| Flame Failure |
No |
| Grease Catchment |
Front Access |
| Width |
697mm |
| Depth |
573mm |
| Height – Hood Closed |
502mm |
| Height – Hood Open |
649mm |
Specifications are based on Beefeater's current Australian listing for model BBG1230BB.
Perfect For
- Compact outdoor kitchens
- Smaller alfresco areas
- Black outdoor kitchens
- Contemporary outdoor kitchen designs
- Courtyards
- Family BBQs
- Steak
- Burgers
- Sausages
- Chicken
- Seafood
- Breakfast cooking
- Roasting
- Hood-down cooking
- LPG installations
- Natural Gas installations with conversion
Why Buy the Beefeater 1200 Series From Hot Things?
Hot Things specialises in Beefeater built-in BBQs and custom outdoor kitchens in Perth.
The Beefeater 1200 Series can be incorporated into a complete outdoor kitchen with cabinetry, stone benchtops, outdoor refrigeration, sinks, drawers and other appliances.
The compact BBG1230BB is particularly appealing when you're designing a smaller kitchen or simply want to maximise usable preparation and bench space.
Its black finish also makes it a strong choice for modern outdoor kitchens where traditional stainless steel appliances don't suit the overall design.
Frequently Asked Questions
How wide is the Beefeater BBG1230BB?
The Beefeater BBG1230BB is 697mm wide and 573mm deep. It measures 502mm high with the hood closed and 649mm high with the hood open.
How powerful is the Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner?
It has three 15 MJ/hr cast-iron burners, producing a combined 45 MJ/hr total output.
What colour is the BBG1230BB?
The BBG1230BB is the black enamel version of the Beefeater 1200 Series 3 Burner Built-In BBQ.
Does the BBG1230BB have a grill and hotplate?
Yes. It includes one cast-iron grill and one cast-iron hotplate, both porcelain enamelled for durability and rust resistance.
Does the Beefeater 1200 Series have a roasting hood?
Yes. The BBG1230BB has a double-layer roasting hood with a glass viewing window and integrated temperature gauge.
Can you roast in the BBG1230BB?
Yes. The roasting hood allows you to use the barbecue for hood-down and indirect cooking as well as conventional grilling.
What is the glass window in the BBQ hood for?
The viewing window allows you to check your food without repeatedly opening the roasting hood, helping retain heat inside the BBQ.
What are the burners made from?
The three main burners are cast iron, while the vaporisers are stainless steel.
Does the BBG1230BB have flame failure?
No. Beefeater's current specifications list Flame Failure: No for the BBG1230BB.
Is the BBG1230BB LPG or Natural Gas?
The BBQ comes configured for LPG. Beefeater lists a Natural Gas conversion kit as available separately through its spare-parts range.
Is the Beefeater BBG1230BB good for a small outdoor kitchen?
Yes. Its 697mm overall width makes it a particularly useful built-in BBQ for compact outdoor kitchens where you want to preserve more space for benchtop, storage or other appliances.
Does the BBG1230BB have a warming rack?
Yes. It includes a large removable warming rack for keeping cooked food warm or moving food away from the main cooking surface.
What ignition system does the BBG1230BB use?
It uses Beefeater's Quartz Start ignition system.
What is the difference between the BBG1230BB and BBG1230SB?
The main difference is the finish. The BBG1230BB is the black enamel model, while the BBG1230SB is the stainless steel model. Their core burner specifications and overall dimensions are the same.
What are the dimensions of the Beefeater BBG1230BB?
The overall dimensions are:
- Width: 697mm
- Depth: 573mm
- Height with hood closed: 502mm
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Height with hood open: 649mm
For installation into an outdoor kitchen, use Beefeater's official installation instructions and required clearances rather than treating the overall appliance dimensions as the cabinetry cut-out dimensions.
