Hawkins Pressure Cooker Big Boy 14 Ltr
- Material : Aluminium
- Brand : Hawkins
- Model : Big Boy
- Size : 14 L
- Size Range : 14 - 22 Ltr
DELIVERY OPTIONS
Hawkins Bigboy 14 Litre Aluminium Pressure Cooker (BB14) – Heavy-Duty Bulk Cooking for Restaurants, Hotels, Canteens & Large Families
About This Product
When cooking for a crowd is part of the daily routine, you need a pressure cooker that is built for the task — not just borrowed from the home kitchen. The Hawkins Bigboy 14 Litre Aluminium Pressure Cooker (BB14) is purpose-built for high-volume cooking, making it the go-to choice for restaurants, hotel kitchens, factory and hospital canteens, school and college mess halls, and any setting where meals are prepared for large groups. Ideal for cooking for 14 to 18 persons in a single batch, the Bigboy combines the speed and efficiency of pressure cooking with a construction that is genuinely built to last in a demanding, professional environment.
Built from commercially pure virgin aluminium, the Bigboy features a mirror-polished exterior with a matt-finish interior and base — a combination that promotes efficient heat absorption while keeping the cooker easy to clean after use. The defining engineering highlight is its 4.06 mm thick base, significantly heavier than standard household cookers, ensuring that heat is distributed evenly across the entire cooking surface. Whether you are preparing large batches of dal, biryani, rajma, chana masala, or mutton curry, the thick base prevents uneven cooking and hot spots, delivering consistently cooked food across every batch.
The Hawkins Bigboy is not just big — it is smart. An improved whistling pressure regulator keeps cooking pressure automatically optimised for speed without manual intervention, while a shielded safety valve and goof-proof inside-fitting lid ensure that every cooking cycle is as safe as it is efficient. A chain attached to the vent weight prevents accidental loss in busy kitchens — a small but thoughtful detail that makes a real difference in high-traffic cooking environments. The cooker is compatible with gas, kerosene, coal-burning, and firewood stoves, making it incredibly versatile across a variety of commercial and semi-commercial kitchen setups.
Key Features
14 Litre Capacity – Ideal for Bulk Cooking
With a generous 14-litre capacity, this pressure cooker can handle large-quantity cooking for 14 to 18 persons per batch with ease. Whether it is a canteen, a community kitchen, a catering operation, or a large joint family, the Bigboy takes the stress out of cooking in volume — letting you do in one batch what would otherwise require multiple smaller cookers.
Heavy-Duty Virgin Aluminium Body
The cooker body is manufactured from commercially pure virgin aluminium — free from recycled or mixed metals. This results in a stronger, more durable body that can withstand the wear and tear of daily bulk cooking. Virgin aluminium is also inherently more hygienic, ensuring that your food remains safe and uncontaminated through repeated heavy-duty use.
4.06 mm Extra-Thick Base
The base thickness of 4.06 mm is considerably more substantial than standard household pressure cookers. This extra thickness ensures uniform heat distribution across the wide base diameter, prevents burning and sticking on the bottom, and adds significant structural strength to handle the weight of large food quantities and continuous daily use in commercial environments.
Inside-Fitting Goof-Proof Lid – Pressure-Locked Safety
Like all Hawkins pressure cookers, the Bigboy features an inside-fitting lid that physically cannot be opened while pressure remains inside. The lid seals from within the cooker body, and to open it you must first lower it slightly — which is impossible until steam pressure has fallen to a safe level. This design provides an inherent, automatic safety lock with no reliance on latches or separate locking mechanisms.
Shielded Safety Valve
The shielded safety valve is positioned under the lid handle bar and directs any steam release safely downwards — away from the cook's hands and face. In a busy commercial kitchen where multiple people may be working around the cooker, this directional steam control is a critical safety feature.
Improved Whistling Pressure Regulator
The new whistling pressure regulator (vent weight) automatically controls cooking pressure to optimal levels, ensuring faster cooking without the need for constant monitoring. It provides a clear audible signal when pressure is reached, and maintains that pressure within the right range for efficient, consistent results across large food quantities.
Chain on Vent Weight – Prevents Loss in Busy Kitchens
A chain attached to the vent weight secures it to the cooker lid, preventing it from being misplaced or lost during the high-paced activity of a commercial kitchen. This simple but practical feature means you are never scrambling to find a missing component before the next cooking cycle.
Reinforced Fibreglass Stay-Cool Handles
The handles of the Bigboy are made from reinforced fibreglass — a material chosen specifically for extra strength to handle the significant weight of a fully loaded 14-litre cooker. The handles remain cool during and after cooking, allowing for safer handling. The sturdy handle brackets and fixed pivot add to the overall durability and confidence when lifting or carrying the cooker.
Mirror-Polished Exterior with Matt Interior
The mirror-polished exterior gives the Bigboy a clean, professional appearance, while the matt finish on the interior and base promotes better heat absorption and makes the cooking surface easier to clean after use. This finish combination is standard across the Hawkins premium pressure cooker range and ensures longevity of appearance even with heavy daily use.
Multi-Fuel Compatibility
The Hawkins Bigboy 14L is recommended for use on gas and kerosene stoves and may also be used on coal-burning or firewood stoves, provided a gap of at least 2.54 cm (1 inch) is maintained between the fuel and the base of the cooker. This multi-fuel compatibility makes it an excellent choice for kitchens in semi-urban or rural settings where gas may not always be the primary cooking fuel.
ISI Quality Certified – Bureau of Indian Standards
The Hawkins Bigboy series meets the standards set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS/ISI), having passed all applicable rigorous checks and tests that are applied to Hawkins pressure cookers. This certification is your assurance of build quality, material safety, and performance reliability.
Product Specifications
| Brand | Hawkins |
| Model | Bigboy |
| Model Number | BB14 |
| Capacity | 14 Litres |
| Material | Pure Virgin Aluminium |
| Colour | Silver |
| Lid Type | Inner Lid (Inside-Fitting) |
| Base Thickness | 4.06 mm |
| Base Flat Diameter | 208 mm |
| Ideal For | 14 to 18 Persons |
| Compatible Stove | Gas, Kerosene, Coal-burning, Firewood (Not Induction) |
| Product Weight (in carton) | 5.05 kg |
| Country of Origin | India |
| Best Suited For | Restaurants, Hotels, Canteens, Hospitals, Schools, Colleges, Large Families |
| In the Box | 1 Pressure Cooker Body, 1 Pressure Cooker Lid, 1 Rubber Gasket, 1 Vent Weight (with Chain), 1 Cookbook / Instruction Manual, 1 Guarantee Card, 1 Service Centre Directory |
Warranty Information
The Hawkins Bigboy 14 Litre Pressure Cooker (BB14) comes with a 5-year manufacturer's guarantee from the date of purchase, as stated by Hawkins Cookers Limited. A Guarantee Card is included in the box and should be retained as proof of purchase for any warranty claims.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
1. Who is the Hawkins Bigboy 14 Litre pressure cooker best suited for?
The Bigboy 14L is specifically designed for high-volume cooking environments. It is ideal for restaurants, hotel kitchens, factory canteens, hospital mess halls, school and college canteens, and large households or joint families. It can cook meals for 14 to 18 persons in a single batch, making it highly practical wherever bulk cooking is a daily requirement.
2. Can I use the Hawkins Bigboy 14L on an induction cooktop?
No. The Hawkins Bigboy 14 Litre (BB14) is not compatible with induction cooktops. It is recommended for use on gas and kerosene stoves, and can also be used on coal-burning or firewood stoves with a minimum gap of 2.54 cm maintained between the fuel and the base of the cooker.
3. Why is the base of the Bigboy thicker than regular pressure cookers?
The Bigboy 14L has a 4.06 mm thick base — substantially thicker than the standard 3.25 mm found on household models. This extra thickness is engineered for heavy-duty, large-quantity cooking. It ensures even heat distribution across the wider base area, prevents burning at the bottom, and provides the structural strength needed to handle large volumes of food and frequent daily use in commercial settings.
4. What is the chain attached to the vent weight for?
In a busy commercial kitchen, small components like the vent weight (whistle) can easily get misplaced during the rush of service. Hawkins has thoughtfully attached a chain to the vent weight on the Bigboy series to keep it secured to the lid, preventing loss and ensuring the cooker is always ready for the next cooking cycle.
5. Is the Hawkins Bigboy safe to use in a commercial kitchen with multiple staff?
Yes, the Bigboy is built with commercial safety in mind. The inside-fitting lid is pressure-locked and cannot be opened while steam pressure remains — eliminating the risk of accidental opening. The shielded safety valve directs steam downward and away from users. Additionally, the reinforced fibreglass handles are designed to stay cool for safer handling by kitchen staff.
6. How long does it take to cook large quantities in the Bigboy 14L?
Cooking times vary depending on the food being prepared and the stove type. As a reference, Hawkins' own cooking trials indicate that large quantities of dishes like dal, chana masala, and mutton masala cook in approximately 29 to 48 minutes under pressure, with significant fuel savings compared to open-pot cooking.
7. Are the handles of the Bigboy strong enough for heavy loads?
Yes. The handles of the Hawkins Bigboy are made from reinforced fibreglass — a specifically chosen material for greater strength compared to regular plastic handles. Sturdy handle brackets and a fixed pivot design further ensure that the handles can confidently support the weight of a fully loaded 14-litre cooker without flexing or breaking.
8. What is the warranty on the Hawkins Bigboy 14L and how do I claim it?
The Bigboy 14L comes with a 5-year manufacturer's guarantee from the date of purchase. To make a warranty claim, retain your Guarantee Card (included in the box) and contact the nearest Hawkins authorised service centre. The Service Centre Directory is also included in the packaging for easy reference.
9. What does the box include when I purchase the Hawkins Bigboy BB14?
The box includes: 1 Pressure Cooker Body, 1 Pressure Cooker Lid, 1 Rubber Gasket, 1 Vent Weight (with Loss-Preventing Chain), 1 Cookbook / Instruction Manual, 1 Guarantee Card, and 1 Service Centre Directory. Everything you need to begin using the cooker straight away is included in the package.
10. Can the Hawkins Bigboy 14L be used for daily cooking in a large family home?
Absolutely. While the Bigboy is built for commercial use, it works perfectly well in large household settings too — such as joint families, guest houses, or homes that regularly cook for gatherings. Its 14-litre capacity serving 14 to 18 persons, combined with the fuel efficiency and speed of pressure cooking, makes it a practical and economical choice for any kitchen where large-scale cooking is the norm.