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Quick verdict
Choose the small 9 × 4 × 4-inch Pullman for a recipe designed for that size and a household that uses a smaller loaf. Choose the large 13 × 4 × 4-inch model for an appropriately scaled recipe and a clear plan to eat or freeze the bread. A lid is worth buying for square sandwich loaves; an ordinary open loaf pan is enough for many everyday bakes.
Research-based buying guide, researched October 18, 2026. We have not tested these products hands-on. Manufacturer specifications and attributed owner experiences inform the recommendations.
Who should buy—and who should skip
Buy if: you regularly bake sandwich bread and specifically want the shape a lidded Pullman provides.
Skip if: you mostly bake quick breads in a standard open pan, or do not want to adapt recipes for a different volume.
Compare the practical differences
| Option | Best reason to choose it | Main tradeoff |
|---|---|---|
| Small 1170PM | A recipe for a 9 × 4 × 4-inch pan | Less bread per bake |
| Large 1160PM | A recipe for a 13 × 4 × 4-inch pan | More dough and storage planning |
| Open loaf pan | Conventional domed loaves and quick breads | No flat-lidded shape |
Match the recipe before ordering the pan
USA Pan lists the small baking surface at 9 × 4 × 4 inches and the large at 13 × 4 × 4 inches. The larger nominal volume is about 44% greater, calculated from those dimensions. That is a rough geometric comparison, not an instruction to increase every recipe by exactly 44%.
A Pullman recipe must account for the dough, proofing and desired shape. Start with a reliable recipe specifying your pan size. Do not put a large-pan dough into a smaller covered pan and expect the lid to make the mismatch work.
The lid is the feature you are paying for
The maker describes using the lid for squared loaves and baking uncovered for a rounded top. Confirm that a marketplace offer includes the matching cover. A replacement lid or uncovered pan may appear beside the complete product in search results.
Consider whether square slices matter to the meals you make. If you like the domed loaf from a pan you already own, a Pullman is an optional shape change. It is not a required step toward better home bread, and the more expensive size does not automatically produce a better result.
Check the complete outside size and storage route
The large product’s outside dimensions are listed at approximately 14.5 × 4.75 × 4.062 inches. Use outside measurements to check the oven and cupboard, leaving appropriate handling space. Include the cover in your storage plan so it does not get bent or separated from the pan.
Bread storage matters too. A large loaf is convenient when you use it quickly or freeze slices. For a small household without much freezer room, a smaller loaf more often can be the more practical choice. That is a routine decision rather than a contest for maximum capacity.
Respect the coating and lid instructions
USA Pan specifies aluminized steel with its nonstick silicone coating, a 450°F maximum, and hand washing to preserve the finish. The care guidance advises nonmetal utensils and no cooking spray. Follow the current product and recipe instructions rather than transferring cleaning habits from an uncoated pan.
The maker also gives a particular sliding-lid method. Allow the pan to cool enough to handle and follow that direction; do not pry a stuck lid with a sharp tool. An owner on Macy’s described buying the small after owning the large for everyday bread, illustrating why the best size can be the smaller one.
Buying in the United States or Canada
Compare complete pan-and-cover packages and model numbers, not just a photo of a rectangular loaf. Check local return terms and warranty support. A U.S. direct-store price should not be presented as the Canadian cost once shipping and currency are involved.
The buttons open country-specific Amazon searches. Check the exact model, seller, included parts, delivered cost and return policy in the results; a similar name does not establish that it is the same version. No fixed Amazon price or stock level is promised.
Questions before you order
Can I use it without the lid?
The maker describes uncovered use for rounded loaves. Follow a recipe matched to the pan.
Should I buy both sizes?
Only if you have two recurring batch needs. One pan matched to your usual bread is the better starting point.
Final buying decision
Recipe fit comes first, loaf size second. Buy small for regular smaller loaves and large for a real larger-batch need. Keep an open pan if you do not need the lidded shape.