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| Specification | A-iPower SUA4500 | Ford FG4050P |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3500 W | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | 4050 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 68 dB | 76 dB |
| Weight | 111 lbs | Winner: Winner: 108.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 11 h | Winner: Winner: 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | 14 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.4 x 22.8 x 22.6 | 28 x 26 x 22 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Senci OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Ducar OHV 4-stroke, 208 cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3500 W | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | 4500 W | 4050 W |
| Running amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Running amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (120V) | Not available | Not available |
| Peak amps (240V) | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | 11 h | 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | true |
| UPC | 851217006077 | 819699011606 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3500 | 3000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4050 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 11 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Ducar OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 223 | 208 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 11 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, tool kit, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The A-iPower SUA4500 is a 3,500-watt running generator built around a 223cc OHV 4-stroke engine with cast iron sleeves. This wattage class handles essential household appliances, power tools, and small job site equipment without breaking into the heavy-duty contractor tier. The 4,500-watt peak output gives it enough surge capacity to start refrigerators, air compressors, and welders that draw high inrush current. Gasoline fuel means quick refueling at any gas station, and the 4-gallon tank stretches runtime to 14 hours at quarter load or 11 hours at half load. That refueling cycle keeps users in the field longer without constant tank swaps. | The Ford FG4050P is a 3000-watt gasoline generator built on a 208cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage handles essential household appliances, power tools, and small job site equipment simultaneously. The 4050-watt peak output absorbs the startup surge of refrigerators, air compressors, and well pumps without stalling. At 108.7 pounds with an included wheel kit, the unit sits at the threshold where portability requires planning. A single person can move it short distances, but sustained transport benefits from a second set of hands or a vehicle. |