About the Broil King® Baron™ 490 Shadow IR Built-In Grill Head

The Broil King® Baron™ 490 Shadow IR Built-In Grill Head blends style with performance, making it a premium choice for outdoor cooking spaces. Engineered for non-combustible construction, this model features a rust-resistant Therma-Cast™ cookbox and professional-grade Flav-R-Cast™ iron cooking grids for superior heat retention and durability. Offering a 2,968 sq. cm primary cooking surface, the grill is powered by four Dual-Tube™ burners delivering 45,000 BTUs of controlled heat distribution. The 10,000 BTU infrared side burner allows for high-temperature searing, while the 15,000 BTU rear rotisserie burner, complete with an included premium rotisserie kit, supports slow roasting for perfect results.

Additional features include electronic ignition for effortless startup and illuminated control knobs for enhanced usability in low-light settings. Built for seamless outdoor kitchen integration, the Baron™ 490 Shadow IR is backed by a lifetime cookbox warranty and 15-year top-to-bottom coverage, ensuring long-term reliability. Optional Exact Fit accessories provide added customization, making this grill an adaptable solution for any built-in cooking setup.

System

• 45,000 BTU main burner output
• 10,000 BTU infrared side burner for precision searing
• 15,000 BTU rear rotisserie burner with premium rotisserie kit included
• 2,968 sq. cm primary cooking surface
• Four Dual-Tube™ burners for efficient heat distribution
• Stainless steel 8mm rod cooking grids for superior durability
• Stainless steel warming rack
• Flav-R-Wave™ cooking system for enhanced barbecue flavor
• Electronic ignition for quick startup
• Illuminated control knobs for precision cooking

Design

• Therma-Cast™ Cookbox: Rust-resistant design for long-term durability.
• Built-In Integration: Engineered for non-combustible outdoor kitchen setups.
• Lighting Features: Illuminated control knobs for effortless nighttime grilling.

Optional Exact Fit Accessories

• Premium Cover: 68591
• Deluxe Griddle: 11242
• Cast Wok: 69617
• Stainless Steel Rod Cooking Grids: 11141

Fuel Type

• Propane (LP): Designed for use with a 20 lb. tank (not included).
• Natural Gas (NG): Includes a 10 ft. natural gas hose.

Assembled Dimensions

• Height: 21.9 in.
• Width: 28 in.
• Depth: 24 in.

Grill Head Cut-out Dimensions

• Height: 10 in.
• Width: 28.25 in.
• Depth: 18.5 in.

Weight

• LP Model: 105 lbs.
• NG Model: 108 lbs.

Cubic Feet

• 10.07 cubic ft.

Key Specifications 

• ITEM # (LIQUID PROPANE): 875644
• ITEM # (NATURAL GAS): 875647
• UPC (LP): 062703756448
• UPC (NG): 062703756479

Product Resources

• Baron 490 BI Owner's Manual
• Baron 490 BI Assembly Manual
  

About the Manufacturer

Broil King® has proudly been making barbecues for nearly 40 years, but the company’s history goes back more than a century. Throughout that time, it has been family owned and operated, a tradition that carries on today.

Broil King® Lifetime Warranty

This Broil King® features a Limited Lifetime Warranty on the entire cookbox, 15 years on Dual-Tube™ burner system, and 15 years top to bottom, on all remaining parts and paint.

Should you ever require assistance, Customer Service Professionals are just a phone call away.

North American Customer Service:
+1-800-265-2150