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Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB P500RSIBPSS-3 Specs: 500 sq in, How Many It Feeds

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The Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) has 500 square inches of primary cooking area over 4 burners rated at 48,000 BTU. That fits about 20 burger patties at once and comfortably serves about 6 people for an everyday meal. It listed at $1,879.00 when this page was compiled.

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  1. What are the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) specs?
  2. What is the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) sized for?
  3. What features does Napoleon list?
  4. Who is the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) a good fit for?
  5. What are the alternatives to the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane)?
  6. How do they compare on specs?

What are the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) specs?

SpecValue
Burners4
Output48,000 BTU
Primary cooking area500 sq in
Side burnerYes
Sear burnerYes
RotisserieYes
HoodYes

From Napoleon's published specifications and the product listing.

What is the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) sized for?

What fits on the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) at once
FoodSpace each (sq in)Fits at once
4 in burger patties2520
Hot dogs862
Chicken breasts3016
12 oz steaks4511
Pancakes (5 in)2817

Space per item includes room to flip. Plan about 80 square inches per person for a mixed everyday meal, less for burgers and dogs cooked in batches.

What features does Napoleon list?

Napoleon lists these features for the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane):

  • 4 Stainless Steel main burners that produce 48, 000 BTU-per-hour input along with Stainless Steel sear plates that provide even heat with their layered positioning and intense flavor for creating Unforgettable meals
  • Invite all your friends and family over with 500 square inches of main cooking space, enough to cook 31 burgers at once! Take advantage of the extra 260 Square inches of cooking space offered by the warming rack and 140 square inches on your side burner
  • Forget the matches, a quick start up you can count on every time with the flame throwing JETFIRE ignition system on each main burner. As an added back up feature the Napoleon prestige 500 offers a back channel between burners to allow them to light off each other. Never worry about your grill not lighting Ever again You will be up and grilling The first time every time
  • Cook a steak house quality steak every time with the infrared sizzle Zone side burner that heats up to 1800 degrees in 30 seconds
  • Enjoy rotisserie cooked food with the 18, 000 BTU Infrared rear burner and the Napoleon heavy duty rotisserie kit included with purchase. Why not get a bit creative with the Napoleon rotisserie basket perfect for rotisserie vegetables, fried or Chick wings (accessory sold separately).

Who is the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) a good fit for?

Best for steakhouse searing plus rotisserie in one cart. Four stainless main burners, an infrared side burner that reaches 1800F in 30 seconds, an 18,000 BTU infrared rear burner and an included rotisserie kit. It sits in the Expert tier of our gas grills coverage. See how it ranks against the rest in the best gas grills.

What are the alternatives to the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane)?

How do they compare on specs?

ModelPriceBurnersHoodGratesOutputPrimary cooking areaSide burner
Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) $1,879.00 4Yes-48,000 BTU500 sq inYes
Weber Genesis E-435 Gas Grill with Side Burner (Propane) Weber Genesis E-435 Gas Grill with Side Burner (Propane) $1,499.00 4Yesporcelain enameled cast iron--Yes
Broil King Regal S 420 Pro Gas Grill (Natural Gas) Broil King Regal S 420 Pro Gas Grill (Natural Gas) $1,359.00 4Yesstainless steel50,000 BTU500 sq in-
Weber Genesis S-415 Stainless Gas Grill (Propane) Weber Genesis S-415 Stainless Gas Grill (Propane) $1,299.00 4Yesstainless steel---

Frequently asked questions

How long does a 20 lb propane tank last on the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane)?

A 20 lb tank holds about 430,960 BTU. At the full 48,000 BTU rating the Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) would run about 9 hours, and at a typical half-throttle cook about 18 hours. Wind and cold weather raise consumption.

Where do these Napoleon Prestige 500 RSIB Gas Grill (Propane) specs come from?

The figures on this page come from Napoleon's published specifications and the product listing's own feature list. Sizing tables are our estimates from standard formulas, not measurements of a unit, and real results vary with conditions. Confirm details against the operator manual before you buy or use it.

Researched, not professional advice. This page is compiled from published specifications, manuals, labels and owner-review consensus, not hands-on testing. Follow the manufacturer's instructions and product label, and consult a qualified professional where safety, chemicals, fuel or structures are involved. As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.