About Rancilio
Rancilio was founded in 1927 and has spent the decades since becoming one of the industry's most trusted names — selling into over 115 countries and running two dedicated R&D centres. The brand built its reputation on the home-favourite Silvia, and the Classe 5 range takes that same proven reliability and scales it up to genuine commercial level.
The Product
The Classe 5 delivers the performance Rancilio built its name on, at commercial scale — and this version takes it a step further, converting the single-boiler, semi-automatic 2 Group machine to run on gas. The same Rancilio quality and thermal control you'd expect from the electric version, but built for locations where mains power is unreliable or unavailable: remote sites, or anywhere load shedding makes electric-only equipment a genuine liability.
Rancilio's patented thermal control technology makes this one of the most powerful single-boiler machines in its category, while a genuinely fast cleaning cycle — done in under 5 minutes — keeps daily maintenance from eating into service time. The gas element runs independently of the electrical supply, with only the pump and electronics needing power — Rancilio estimates roughly 500W is enough to keep the machine running off-grid.
About the Product Line: Classe 5 Gas vs Electric
This gas-converted version pairs with the standard electric Classe 5 range. If your site has reliable mains power, the standard electric version is the simpler choice; if you're dealing with load shedding, an off-grid location, or a mobile setup like a trailer or event site, the gas conversion keeps you brewing regardless of grid power.
Key Features
Gas-run boiler element
Keeps brewing during load shedding or at off-grid locations, with only ~500W needed to run the pump and electronics.
Patented thermal control technology
One of the most powerful single-boiler machines in its category.
Fast cleaning cycles
Complete in under 5 minutes, minimising downtime during service.
Ergonomic portafilter
Comfortable, consistent handling shift after shift.
Why Choose This Product
This is for the café or catering operation that can't risk power interruptions affecting service — whether that's regular load shedding, a remote venue, or a mobile setup with no reliable grid connection. If keeping the coffee flowing regardless of the power situation is a genuine business concern, this is engineered specifically to solve it.
Specifications
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Spec
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2 Group
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Voltage
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220–240V
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Power
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4750W
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Dimensions (W x D x H)
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77 x 53.9 x 52 cm
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Weight
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75 kg
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Max cup height
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8 cm
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Boiler capacity
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11 litres
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Water connection
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Fixed
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Noise level
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< 70 dB
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Buying and Installation Notes
If installing in a trailer or remote location with no water connection, budget for a Bottled Water Pump — using the machine's own motor to draw water from bottles below the counter carries a real risk of burning out the pump.
In the Box
● Rancilio Classe 5 Commercial Espresso Machine (Gas Converted)
● Single and double portafilters
● Cleaning kit
● User manual