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Angus Maximus at Carl's Jr. — launch date and LTO window
A third-pound burger with two charbroiled 100% Angus beef patties, seasoned with Carl's Jr.'s special blend, melted American cheese, sliced onion, pickles and special sauce, served on a toasted buttered brioche bun.
Key data
Carl's Jr. launched the Angus Maximus, announced September 9, 2026, available from September 10, 2026 through October 27, 2026, priced at $5.99. It is a limited-time offer in the burgers category, available nationwide. This record is backed by 7 sources and 5 independent outlets.
The facts
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Chain | Carl's Jr. |
| Launch type | Limited-time offer |
| Announced | September 9, 2026 |
| Available from | September 10, 2026 |
| Available until | October 27, 2026 |
| Price | $5.99 |
| Markets | Nationwide |
| Channels | In store, App only |
| Category | Burgers |
Sources
Every published launch carries at least one source with a quote from the original announcement.
- Primary sourceSeptember 21, 2026
“It features two charbroiled, 100% Angus beef patties seasoned with Carl's Jr.'s signature blend, melted American cheese, sliced onions, dill pickles and special sauce, all served on a buttery toasted brioche bun.”
prnewswire.com ↗ - Primary sourceSeptember 10, 2026
“Disponible por $5.99 por tiempo limitado en los restaurantes participantes, la Angus Maximus es el primer producto de oferta por tiempo limitado en lanzarse bajo la Revolución de la Hamburguesa.”
prnewswire.com ↗ - Consumer mediaSeptember 22, 2026
“following the release of its new Angus Maximus burger and a change in how it cooks its sandwiches”
sporked.com ↗ - Trade mediaSeptember 21, 2026
“Carl’s Jr.’s Angus Maximus is made with two seasoned Angus beef patties (5.7 ounces total), melted American cheese, sliced onions, dill pickles and special sauce, on a brioche bun.”
nrn.com ↗ - Trade mediaSeptember 21, 2026
“the Angus Maximus is the first limited-time offer item to launch under the brand’s “Burger Revolution.””
qsrmagazine.com ↗ - Consumer mediaSeptember 21, 2026
“Carl's Jr.'s Angus Maximus features two charbroiled-to-order Angus beef patties served with melted American cheese, sliced onions, dill pickles, mayo, and Special Sauce on a toasted brioche bun.”
brandeating.com ↗ - Consumer mediaSeptember 9, 2026
“Available for a limited time, the Angus Maximus features two charbroiled Angus beef patties seasoned with Carl's Jr.'s signature blend, served with melted American cheese, sliced onions, dill pickles, and special sauce, on a buttery toasted brioche bun.”
brandeating.com ↗
Returned 2 times
Each appearance has its own dated page — the window, price and sources differ every year.
- 2026
- 2026 (this page)
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