About La Marzocco
La Marzocco was founded in Florence in 1927, and by 1939 had developed and patented the first coffee machine with a horizontal boiler — a design that became the industry standard. The Strada represents the brand's most technically ambitious answer to a single question: how far can thermal stability and extraction control actually be pushed in a commercial machine?
The Product
The Strada's aesthetics alone would turn heads on most bars, but what actually makes it significant is the technology underneath. It delivers the most thermal stability available in any commercial machine on the market, even under high throughput, while giving the barista complete control over every extraction parameter.
That stability comes from a genuinely layered engineering approach: a water pre-heating system that accelerates recovery times, a separate PID-controlled coffee boiler for every group head rather than a single shared boiler, and iconic saturated group heads that hold temperature all the way to the portafilter — meaning the most consistent extraction achievable in a commercial setting. La Marzocco hasn't neglected the practical details either: exposed group heads make the workspace easier for baristas, the drip tray has extra clearance for tall takeaway cups, and the steam wands stay cool to the touch while offering lever-adjustable pressure levels.
Key Features
Independent PID coffee boiler per group — Rather than one shared boiler, each group has its own controlled boiler for genuinely independent thermal management.
Water pre-heating system — Accelerates recovery times during sustained peak-hour demand.
Saturated group heads — Maintain temperature all the way to the portafilter for the most consistent extraction possible.
Cool-touch, lever-adjustable steam wands — Comfortable to operate at pace, with pressure adjustable to the drink being made.
Extra drip tray clearance — Accommodates tall takeaway cups without awkward angling.
Choosing Between Versions
Available in 1, 2, and 3 Group configurations, each offered across a few different pricing tiers reflecting finish and control-panel options. The 1 Group suits a smaller specialty operation wanting flagship-level extraction control; 2 and 3 Group scale for busy commercial bars running multiple stations at genuine volume. Talk to us about which finish and control tier suits your budget.
Why Choose This Product
The Strada is for the operator who treats extraction consistency as non-negotiable, even at full commercial throughput — the kind of café or roastery where every shot needs to hit the same mark regardless of how busy the bar gets. If your program is built around showcasing what specialty coffee can genuinely taste like, this is the machine engineered specifically to protect that outcome under pressure.
Specifications
|
Spec |
1 Group |
2 Group |
3 Group |
|
Voltage |
200/220 single or 3-phase, 380 3-phase |
200/220 single or 3-phase, 380 3-phase |
200/220 single or 3-phase, 380 3-phase |
|
Power |
2300W |
4600W |
6400W |
|
Dimensions (W x D x H) |
50.5 x 67.5 x 47.5 cm |
80 x 67.5 x 47.5 cm |
100 x 67.5 x 47.5 cm |
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Weight |
62.5 kg |
85 kg |
102 kg |
|
Coffee boiler |
1.3L |
2 x 1.3L |
3 x 1.3L |
|
Steam boiler |
3.5L |
8.2L |
11.8L |
Buying and Installation Notes
Confirm your available phase and voltage supply before ordering — the Strada supports multiple configurations across single and three-phase power. Given its weight and commercial duty cycle, ensure adequate counter support and plan for direct plumbing to water and drain lines.
In the Box
● La Marzocco Strada Commercial Espresso Machine
● Single and double portafilters
● Precision baskets
● Cleaning kit
● User manual
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