Hoshizaki KM-350MAJ 22-Inch Air-Cooled Modular Crescent Ice Machine Maker
- Ice Maker
- 489 pounds
- 489 watts
- Stainless Steel
- Better rated than 91%
For a business location that needs a steady 400+ lb daily ice supply, this is a straightforward air-cooled workhorse with NSF and Energy Star certification.
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How it ranks among the 114 ice makers we track
5.0★ across 5 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
5 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
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Overview
The Hoshizaki KM-350MAJ is a 22 inch air-cooled crescent ice machine built for commercial kitchens, bars and restaurants that need volume. Its self-contained condenser design produces up to 489 lbs of crescent ice per day, and units can be paired side-by-side to double output.
This is a top-mount modular ice machine, not a countertop unit, so it needs its own drain, water line and 115v circuit rated for its 9.05 amp draw. NSF and Energy Star certification point to a machine built for foodservice compliance rather than home use. Buyers stacking multiple units for larger bars should note it is designed to mount two side-by-side rather than stack vertically.
- 22 inch W x 27-3/8 D x 28 H stainless steel cabinet
- Up to 489 lbs of crescent ice per 24 hours
- 115v/60Hz single phase, 9.05 amps
- R-404A refrigerant, NSF and UL listed
Who it's for
This suits bar owners, caterers, limousine or event businesses and small restaurants that go through ice daily and need a self-contained producer rather than bagged-ice delivery. It is not a fit for anyone wanting a small countertop or nugget-ice unit for home use.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
The single review on file comes from a limousine business owner who replaced an underperforming machine with this Hoshizaki and reports it produces more ice than needed, calling it a reliable upgrade for high-volume vehicle icing.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Self-contained air-cooled design, no separate condensing unit needed
- Can pair two units side-by-side to double capacity
- Stainless steel exterior suited to commercial kitchens
- NSF, UL and Energy Star certified
- Ice bin sold separately in this modular head configuration
- 489 lbs figure is a best-case rating, not a guaranteed daily output
- Requires a dedicated 115v/9.05 amp circuit
Performance notes
Air-cooled self-contained condensers pull ambient air through the unit rather than needing a separate water-cooled loop, which simplifies installation but means output can dip in hotter kitchen or garage environments. Hoshizaki rates the KM-350MAJ at up to 489 lbs per 24 hours under standard conditions, with an AHRI-certified 393 lbs figure at a higher 90/70 degree test point, so real-world output depends on ambient temperature.
Specifications
| Brand | Hoshizaki |
|---|---|
| Model | 1145-00456 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 145 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 27.5 × 22 × 28 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 489 pounds |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 489 watts |
| Voltage | 115 volts |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Stainless Steel |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Ice Maker |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 5 years |
| Other details | |
| Refrigerant | R404a |
| Ice Production per Day | 489 Pounds |
| Part Number | 1145-00456 |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in ice makers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoshizaki KM-350MAJ 22-Inch Air-Cooled Modular Crescent Ice Machine MakerThis product | 5.0 / 5 | 5 | 2.7 / 5 |
| FRIGIDAIRE EFIC128AMZBLK Compact Countertop Ice MakerFrigidaire | 4.4 / 5 | 16,910 | 4.3 / 5 |
| EUHOMY Nugget Ice Maker CountertopEUHOMY | 4.4 / 5 | 4,660 | 4.3 / 5 |
| GoveeLife Smart Countertop Ice MakersGoveeLife | 4.3 / 5 | 2,199 | 4.2 / 5 |
| Deco Rapid Portable Automatic Electric Countertop Ice MakerDeco Gear | 4.4 / 5 | 2,200 | 4.1 / 5 |
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Questions about the Hoshizaki 1145-00456
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Is the Hoshizaki KM-350MAJ a standalone ice maker or does it need a separate storage bin?
It is a modular ice machine head. It produces crescent ice and is designed to sit on or connect to a separate Hoshizaki storage bin, which is not included.
How much power does the KM-350MAJ need?
It runs on a 115v/60Hz single-phase circuit and draws 9.05 amps, so it needs a dedicated outlet rated for that load.
Can I install two KM-350MAJ units together for more ice?
Yes, Hoshizaki specifies the unit can mount two side-by-side to roughly double daily ice output.