Lynx Professional 42-inch Built-In Grill with Trident Infrared Burner & Rotisserie review

The Lynx Professional 42-inch built-in grill (L42TR) is the one to beat if you want a big, flexible gas grill with real searing power. By the specs it has three main burners totaling 73,000 BTU, including an adjustable Trident infrared burner rated 300-1,000°F, a 16,000 BTU rear infrared rotisserie and 1,200 sq. in. of total cooking area. Retailer list prices run about $9,559 in stainless to $10,089 in Obsidian Black. Choose it for entertaining at scale; skip it if you mostly grill for two.

Best for: Outdoor entertaining · Entertainers · Serious cooks

Design and build

This is a 42-inch, 304 stainless grill with smooth welds, spring hood assist, halogen interior lights and blue-lit knobs. It weighs 335 lb, so the island has to be designed around it. Beyond stainless, Lynx offers Obsidian Black and color-collection finishes such as Desert Sage and Limestone. We only captured pricing for Obsidian Black. There's also an all-Trident version, the L42ATR.

Performance on paper: Trident infrared and rotisserie

The Trident burner is the reason to buy a Lynx. At 23,000 BTU and adjustable from 300 to 1,000°F, it can sear a steak hard, then turn down for chicken. Two 25,000 BTU ceramic burners fill out the 855 sq. in. primary grate. AJ Madison lists 73,000 BTU in one place and 75,000 in another; 73,000 matches BBQGuys, so we use it.

The rear infrared rotisserie has two positions and a three-speed motor, which suits a whole chicken or a large roast. Ceramic briquettes and a removable smoker box round out the kit. Hot surface ignition is standard.

Who it's for (and who should skip it)

Buy it if you host big cookouts, want one zone that sears and others that roast, and have the space for a 42-inch island. It's also the pick if a colored outdoor kitchen matters to you.

Skip it if you cook for two most nights. A 36-inch grill uses less gas and costs less. If you want charcoal or wood fire, look at Kalamazoo instead.

Price, warranty and service

Prices come from retailers: about $9,559 for the L42TR-LP in stainless at BBQGuys and about $10,089 for Obsidian Black at AJ Madison. Coverage is lifetime on the stainless body, ceramic burners and grates for the original purchaser, 5 years on parts like manifolds and valves, 2 years on other components and 1 year of labor. Local service matters for labor beyond year one.

For a full island, request a package quote from a local outdoor dealer.

How it compares

Our Lynx vs Hestan grill comparison is the head-to-head most shoppers need. The DCS Series 9 36-inch grill costs less with a 300-1,100°F burner range, and the Kalamazoo K750HB hybrid grill adds charcoal and wood. See our best built-in grills and the outdoor kitchen hub.

Specifications

Specs and prices checked Oct 7, 2026 against Lynx’s site and authorized retailers. Configurations, panels and installation change the price: confirm with a dealer. How we rate.

Head-to-head comparisons

• Lynx vs Hestan (2026): Which Built-In Grill Wins?

Where it ranks

• Best built-in grill overall - The Best Built-In Grills for a Luxury Outdoor Kitchen

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Prices are manufacturer or retailer list prices when we last checked; luxury brands set minimum advertised prices, so savings usually come from dealer packages and rebates. Ratings are editorial estimates: see how we rate.