With so many PizzaMaster models, and so many different pizza sizes, calculating how many pizzas of each size can fit in all the different models can make you dizzy. Trust me, I just did it…

But before you dive in, we have to distinguish between geometric fit and practicality. I don’t want to mislead you into a capacity that is not practical in a pizzeria. For example, just because geometry says you can cram thirty-six 12” pizzas in one deck that doesn’t mean it is practical for someone to load, manage, and access all those pizzas. So here are some notes on how the capacities were calculated:

Three Deep - I don’t consider three-pizzas-deep a practical layout so it was not considered for any model. For example, the 1100 series is 42” deep which technically means you can fit three 12” pizzas front to back. However, loading and accessing the back row with two rows of pizza in front of it is not practical and most likely there is a better model to achieve that capacity.
Not Practical - Any layout that requires pizzas to land exactly right next to each other or the oven wall is not practical and you will see that noted below. For example, the PM 922 is 36” W x 36” D internally. Math says you can fit four 18” pizzas in there, but this would assume perfect pizza making and perfect pizza loading which is not practical. If the pizzamaker stretches to 19” instead of 18” the whole layout is compromised.
A Word on Screens - One way to control the pizzamaking and loading is with screens. Using the example above, you can use an 18” screen to control the size. Then, since it is on a screen, you can place the pizza in the oven pretty much exactly where you want and if screens bump into each other it is usually not an issue. We don’t assume you are using a screen but, if you do, some of the layouts below marked “Not Practical” might work for you.
Borderline Practical - This typically means there is some pizza-staggering or very tight clearances to make the layout work. It identifies a challenging layout that is doable for an experienced pizzamaker or when you are very busy and simply have to max out the oven. You should not consider these your normal operating layouts or base an oven-buying decision on them.

All that said, below is the answer to “Yo, how many can I fit in there?”, while reminding you the importance of distinguishing between geometry and practicality. Especially when you are reviewing specs or speaking to a salesperson. They may not have the practical knowledge or experience to understand the difference.

So take a look below, see which layout is comfortable for you, then hit this link to get it quoted. And for those of you using pans for Detroit, Sicilian, Grandma, etc… I’m working on it!