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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart | Firman T04073 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Tri-Fuel |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 1800 W | Winner: Winner: 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | Winner: Winner: 5000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 67 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 51 lbs | 123.4 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 12 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 14 h |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20 x 12 x 17 | 29.8 x 27.5 x 26.1 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | No | Yes |
| THD | < 3% % | 11%-14% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke | 223 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | 5000 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 | Not available | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | Not available |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4000 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4500 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 | Not available | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 11675307585 | 840876140734 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 4000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 3600 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 3200 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2400 | 5000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 4000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 9 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 223 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 223 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Not available | cast iron |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 9 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric |
| Included Accessories | Oil | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, RV adapter, cover, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Part Number | 30758 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart is an 1800-watt inverter generator built for users who need portable, clean power without the weight penalty. At 51 pounds, this unit sits at the intersection of serious capacity and genuine portability. It runs household essentials like refrigerators, power tools, and laptops simultaneously, but cannot power an entire home or heavy-duty job site equipment. The 79 cc OHV engine produces 2400 starting watts to handle motor inrush, then settles to 1800 running watts for sustained operation.
This inverter's sub-3% THD output protects sensitive electronics from voltage spikes that damage laptops, phones, and medical devices. The gasoline fuel type means refueling at any gas station, and the 1-gallon tank with 8-hour runtime at 25% load creates a predictable refueling cycle for day-long use. Three-year warranty coverage backs the entire package, making this a low-risk entry point for homeowners, campers, and emergency preparedness planners. | The Firman T04073 is a 4,000-watt tri-fuel generator that runs on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. On gasoline, it delivers 5,000 starting watts and 4,000 running watts, enough to power a refrigerator, microwave, and multiple household circuits simultaneously. On propane, output drops to 3,600 running watts, and on natural gas it falls to 3,200 running watts. This fuel flexibility means users can switch between sources based on availability and cost, a significant advantage during extended outages or in remote locations where one fuel type may be scarce.
The T04073 targets homeowners, RV owners, and job site operators who need reliable backup power without the commitment to a single fuel source. Its 5-gallon tank runs for 14 hours at 25% load on gasoline, translating to roughly one week of emergency backup if you run it a few hours per day. The unit includes a wheel kit, making it easier to position despite its 123.4-pound weight. |