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  • Briggs & Stratton 30742
  • Predator 72624
  • Model 30742
    Model 30742

    Briggs & Stratton 8,000W Gas Generator

    8000W
    Running
    0 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model 72624
    Model 72624

    Predator 8,000W Gas Generator

    8000W
    Running
    dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationBriggs & Stratton 30742Predator 72624
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 8000 W
Winner: Winner: 8000 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 10000 W
Winner: Winner: 10000 W
Noise (lower limit)
0 dB
Not available—
Weight
Winner: Winner: 246 lbs
Not available—
Run time @50% load
9 h
Winner: Winner: 12 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
7.5 gal
Not available—
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
28.4 x 30.5 x 29.1
Not available—
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
Not available—
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesNo
THD
Not available—
Not available—
Engine
Engine
Briggs & Stratton OHV 4-stroke
Not available—
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
Not available—
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
8000 W
Not available—
Starting watts
10000 W
Not available—
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
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Other
Data center
Not available—
Not available—
Indicators
false
Not available—
Compliance
EPA
Not available—
Security
Not available—
Not available—
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Bonded to frame
Not available—
UPC
11675307424
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
8000
Not available—
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
10000
Not available—
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Not available—
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
Not available—
Engine & construction
Engine Type
Briggs & Stratton OHV 4-stroke
Not available—
Engine Displacement
420
420
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
9
Not available—
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Starting Components
Recoil, Electric
Not available—
Included Accessories
Oil, battery, and wheel kit
Not available—
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 PREDATOR® 10,000 Watt Gas-Powered Portable Generator is designed for reliability and safety, featuring a 420cc engine, remote start, and CO SECURE® technology.
  • Most Powerful
    Briggs & Stratton 30742
    8000W running
  • Quietest
    dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Predator 72624
    12h at 50% load
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