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- Briggs & Stratton 30742
- Ford FG4050P
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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30742 | 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: 8000 W | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 10000 W | 4050 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 76 dB |
| Weight | 246 lbs | Winner: Winner: 108.7 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9 h | Winner: Winner: 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.5 gal | 4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28.4 x 30.5 x 29.1 | 28 x 26 x 22 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton OHV 4-stroke | Ducar OHV 4-stroke, 208 cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8000 W | 3000 W |
| Starting watts | 10000 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 | 9 h | 11 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | true |
| UPC | 11675307424 | 819699011606 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 3000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 10000 | 4050 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 11 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 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 | Briggs & Stratton OHV 4-stroke | Ducar OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 208 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | 11 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Briggs & Stratton 30742 is an 8,000-watt gasoline generator built for job sites and home backup power. Its 10,000-watt peak output handles motor startup surges, while the dual-voltage 120/240V configuration powers both household circuits and heavy equipment like air compressors or welders. | 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. |
- Most PowerfulBriggs & Stratton 307428000W running
- QuietestFord FG4050P76 dB
- Longest RuntimeFord FG4050P11h at 50% load
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