Compare Generators Side-by-Side

Generator

Generator

6250 W

184 lbs

120/240

120/240V 60 Hz

Briggs & Stratton PowerBuilt™ OHV 4-stroke

389 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

Recoil

Recoil

2 years

3 years

6250 W

8350 W

N/A

EPA

11675307370

840876167014

5000

6700

12

12

60

60

Briggs & Stratton PowerBuilt™ OHV 4-stroke

OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve

cast iron sleeve

12

12

Low oil and overload protection

Low oil and overload protection

Recoil

3

The Briggs & Stratton 30737 is a 5000-watt gasoline generator built for homeowners and job site operators who need extended runtime without constant refueling. With 5000 running watts and 6250 peak watts, this unit can power a refrigerator, multiple lights, and power tools simultaneously, making it suitable for emergency backup or outdoor work. The 7.5-gallon fuel tank delivers 12 hours of runtime at half load, which means a full day of operation before refueling becomes necessary. This is a stationary-duty machine. At 184 pounds, it requires wheels or multiple people to move, so placement matters before startup.

The Firman P06701 is a 6700-watt gasoline generator built around a 389cc OHV 4-stroke engine with a cast iron sleeve. This wattage class powers essential home appliances, job site tools, and outdoor event equipment simultaneously. The 8-gallon fuel tank stretches runtime to 12 hours at half load, meaning users refuel once per day under moderate use rather than every few hours. At 74 decibels, the noise level matches a vacuum cleaner, loud enough to require distance from neighbors but typical for this power class. The recoil starting system is mechanically simple and reliable, though it demands physical effort on cold mornings or after storage.