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- Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart
- Honda EB5000X
Model 30758 P2400 PowerSmartBriggs & Stratton 1,800W Gas Generator
View details1800WRunning62 dBNoise
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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart | Honda EB5000X |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | No |
| Parallel capable | Yes | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 1800 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | Winner: Winner: 5000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 63 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 51 lbs | 210.8 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 10.5 h |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal | 6.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20 x 12 x 17 | 41.1 x 27.8 x 30.4 |
| 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% % | 10 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke | Honda iGX390 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 4500 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 | 10.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 11675307585 | 786102007368 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 4500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2400 | 5000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 389 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Not available | Cast iron sleeve |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil | Wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | 30758 | EB5000XK3AN |
| 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 Honda EB5000X is a 4,500-watt gasoline generator built for job sites and extended outages. Its 389cc Honda engine delivers 5,000 peak watts with a 6.2-gallon tank that runs 10.5 hours at 50% load. The recoil-start design and GFCI outlets handle most household and light commercial loads without inverter complexity. |
- Most PowerfulHonda EB5000X4500W running
- QuietestBriggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart62 dB
- Longest RuntimeHonda EB5000X10.5h at 50% load
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