Viking Ranges: 3 Series vs 5 Series Gas Ranges Explained
A simple guide to Viking gas ranges: what the 3 Series and 5 Series offer, sealed vs open burners, and five models compared.
Viking helped bring the pro-style range into home kitchens, and its freestanding gas ranges still come in two main families: the 3 Series and the 5 Series. Both are stainless steel, pro-style ranges, but they differ in burners, oven cleaning and build.
This guide explains how the Viking 3 Series and 5 Series compare, the difference between sealed and open burners, and how five gas ranges we carry stack up, using the specs listed on each product page.
- The 3 Series RVGR33025BSS has five sealed burners up to 18,000 BTU and a self-clean oven.
- 5 Series ranges have Viking's VSH Pro sealed burners or open burners and manual-clean ovens; the 30- and 36-inch models here add a Gourmet-Glo infrared broiler.
- Sizes here are 30, 36 and 48 inches; the 48-inch VGIC54828BSS has eight open burners and two ovens (6.1 cu. ft. total).
- Every model here has convection and continuous grates and plugs into a standard 120-volt outlet.
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Compare them side by side
3 Series Pick: Viking RVGR33025BSS 3 Series Gas Range
Viking RVGR33025BSS 3 Series 30 inch Gas Range with 5 Burners, 4 cu. ft. Oven Capacity and Self-Cleaning (Stainless Steel, Natural Gas)
The RVGR33025BSS is a 30-inch 3 Series gas range with five sealed burners: two at 18,000 BTU, plus 12,000, 9,000 and 8,000 BTU burners. The 4 cu. ft. convection oven is self-cleaning and comes with three racks. Continuous grates let you slide pans across the cooktop, and it has a 2-year parts and labor warranty.
- Five sealed burners
- Two 18,000 BTU burners
- Self-clean convection oven
- Continuous grates
- No infrared broiler listed
- No digital clock
Sealed Burner Pick: Viking VGR53044BSS 5 Series Gas Range
The VGR53044BSS is a 30-inch 5 Series range with four VSH Pro sealed burners at 15,000 BTU each, including simmer capability for low, gentle heat. The 4 cu. ft. convection oven has a Gourmet-Glo infrared broiler and three racks. It is manual clean, LP convertible with a kit sold separately, and has a 5-year limited warranty on certain parts.
- VSH Pro sealed burners
- Gourmet-Glo infrared broiler
- Convection oven
- Easy-clean sealed cooktop
- Manual-clean oven
- Four burners
Open Burner Pick: Viking VGIC53024BSS 5 Series Gas Range
The VGIC53024BSS is the open-burner version of the 30-inch 5 Series. Its four open burners run at 15,000 BTU each, with VariSimmer for low heat. Open burners put flame right under the pan and let you lift out parts for cleaning. The 4 cu. ft. convection oven has a Gourmet-Glo infrared broiler, and the warranty includes 5 years limited on gas burners.
- Open burners
- VariSimmer
- Infrared broiler
- 5-year limited burner warranty
- Manual-clean oven
- Two oven racks
36-Inch Pick: Viking VGR53646BSSLP 5 Series Gas Range (LP)
The VGR53646BSSLP is a 36-inch 5 Series range set up for liquid propane. It has six VSH Pro sealed burners, one rated at 18,500 BTU and five at 15,000 BTU, with simmer capability. The 5.1 cu. ft. convection oven has a Gourmet-Glo infrared broiler and three racks. Make sure you order the LP model only if your home uses propane.
- Six sealed burners
- 18,500 BTU burner
- 5.1 cu. ft. convection oven
- Infrared broiler
- Liquid propane model
- Manual-clean oven
48-Inch Pick: Viking VGIC54828BSS 5 Series 48-Inch Gas Range
The VGIC54828BSS is a 48-inch 5 Series range with eight open burners at 15,000 BTU each and SureSpark ignition. It has two ovens: a 4 cu. ft. main oven and a 2.1 cu. ft. second oven, 6.1 cu. ft. in total, with ProFlow convection and five racks. A gas conversion kit is included.
- Eight open burners
- Two ovens
- ProFlow convection
- Conversion kit included
- Needs a 48-inch space
- Manual-clean ovens
Viking Gas Ranges Compared
RVGR33025BSS | VGR53044BSS |  VGIC53024BSS | VGR53646BSSLP | VGIC54828BSS | |
| Model | RVGR33025BSS | VGR53044BSS | VGIC53024BSS | VGR53646BSSLP | VGIC54828BSS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $4,779 | $5,999 | $5,299 | $7,999 | $9,799 |
| Series | 3 Series | 5 Series | 5 Series | 5 Series | 5 Series |
| Burners | 5 | 4 | 4 | 6 | 8 |
| Burner Type | Sealed | Sealed | Open | Sealed | Open |
| Highest Burner | 18,000 BTU | 15,000 BTU | 15,000 BTU | 18,500 BTU | 15,000 BTU |
| Oven Capacity | 4 cu. ft. | 4 cu. ft. | 4 cu. ft. | 5.1 cu. ft. | 6.1 cu. ft. |
| Oven Cleaning | Self Clean | Manual Clean | Manual Clean | Manual Clean | Manual Clean |
| Gas Type | Natural Gas | Natural Gas | Natural Gas | Liquid Propane | Natural Gas |
| View | View | View | View | View |
Viking 3 Series vs 5 Series
The 3 Series is Viking's more everyday line. On the model here, that means five sealed burners in a 30-inch width, two of them at 18,000 BTU, and a self-cleaning oven, which saves scrubbing time.
The 5 Series is Viking's classic pro line. The models here use VSH Pro sealed burners or open burners and manual-clean ovens, and the 30- and 36-inch models add a Gourmet-Glo infrared broiler for fast, high-heat broiling. It also comes in more sizes, up to 48 inches with two ovens.
- 3 Series: self-clean oven, five sealed burners on the 30-inch model
- 5 Series: sealed or open burners, sizes up to 48 inches
- Both: convection, continuous grates, stainless steel
Sealed vs Open Burners
Sealed burners sit on a closed cooktop, so spills stay on top and wipe away. Open burners have space under the flame, which some cooks like for heat spread and for lifting out parts to clean. Viking offers both in the 5 Series, so you can choose by cleaning style.
For more on this choice, see our guide to open vs sealed burners. To figure out how much burner power you need, read how many BTUs you need in a gas range.
Installation Notes
All five ranges are freestanding and plug into a standard 120-volt outlet for ignition and lights, plus a gas line. Check your gas type: four of these are natural gas models, and the VGR53646BSSLP is set up for propane.
Pro-style ranges are heavy and powerful, so plan for a strong hood. Our range hood buying guide explains sizing and airflow.
How to Choose a Viking Range
- 01
Measure the spaceConfirm 30, 36 or 48 inches of width and the depth of your counters.
- 02
Check your gasNatural gas or propane decides which model to order.
- 03
Pick a burner styleSealed burners clean up faster; open burners lift out for cleaning.
- 04
Decide on oven cleaningChoose the 3 Series if you want a self-clean oven.
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Shop VikingFrequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Viking 3 Series and 5 Series ranges?
In this guide the 3 Series range has five sealed burners and a self-clean oven. The 5 Series ranges come in sealed or open burner versions and in sizes up to 48 inches, have manual-clean ovens, and the 30- and 36-inch models add an infrared broiler.
Do Viking ranges have convection?
Yes. All five ranges in this guide list a convection oven.
Are Viking burners sealed or open?
Both are available. The RVGR33025BSS, VGR53044BSS and VGR53646BSSLP have sealed burners, and the VGIC53024BSS and VGIC54828BSS have open burners.
Can a Viking range run on propane?
The VGR53646BSSLP is built for liquid propane. The natural gas 5 Series models here are listed as LP convertible with a conversion kit.
What power does a Viking gas range need?
The models here run on 120 volts for ignition and lights, plus a gas supply.
