Description
Roast up to 30 chickens at a time behind glass, with no gas line needed.
The Pegasus CR-5E is a 5-spit electric rotisserie for delis, supermarkets, takeout shops and caterers that cook without gas. It holds up to 30 chickens and runs on 16.5 kW at 208V 3-phase, with a separate control for each heating element. Tempered glass doors put the roasting on display, and the stainless steel body wipes clean.
Will it fit · Will it plug in
- Outside size
- 46.96" W × 20.34" D × 46.46" H
- Weight
- 309 lb
- Power
- 208V, 3-phase, 60 Hz; 16.5 kW; 42 A per the Pegasus catalog
Have an electrician confirm a 208V 3-phase circuit sized for this unit before delivery; the spec sheet lists no plug type. Measure doorways and the delivery path first.
30 chickens per load
5 spits hold 6 chickens each, up to 30 per load.
A control per element
Each heating element can be controlled separately.
Sells while it cooks
Heat-resistant tempered glass doors let customers watch the chickens turn.
Quiet steel gears
A steel gear system turns the spits with quiet operation.
Easy to clean
Stainless steel body, with heat-resistant Bakelite handles on the doors and spits.
Delivery and setup
- Free shipping on this item.
- Ships by freight carrier; the unit weighs 309 lb. Inspect it for damage before you sign for it.
- Have a licensed electrician make the 208V 3-phase connection.
- See our shipping policy for delivery options, including pickup at our Kearny, NJ warehouse.
Questions buyers ask
How many chickens does it cook at once?
Up to 30 chickens, 6 on each of its 5 spits.
What power does it need?
208V 3-phase, 60 Hz, 16.5 kW. The Pegasus catalog lists 42 A. The spec sheet does not list a plug type, so plan the connection with your electrician.
Is there a gas version?
Yes. Pegasus makes the CR-5G gas rotisserie in the same spit count; we list it separately.
Will it fit through my door?
It is 46.96" wide, 20.34" deep and 46.46" tall. Measure every doorway and turn on the delivery path before you order.
What other sizes are there?
The electric line also comes as the CR-3E with 3 spits and the CR-8E with 8 spits.
Specs
| Manufacturer | Pegasus |
|---|---|
| Model Number | CR-5E |
| Weight | 309 lbs |
| Width | 46.96 Inches |
| Depth | 20.34 Inches |
| Height | 46.46 Inches |
| Power Type | Electric |
| Power | 16.5 kW |
| Voltage | 208 Volts |
| Phase | 3 Phase |
| Hertz | 60 Hz |
| Amps | 42 Amps (per Pegasus 2025 catalog) |
| Number of Spits | 5 |
| Capacity | 30 Chickens (6 per spit) |
| Controls | Each heating element controlled separately |
| Drive | Steel gear system, quiet operation |
| Construction | Stainless steel body |
| Doors | Heat-resistant tempered glassBakelite handles on doors and spits |
| Usage | Commercial |
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