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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart | NorthStar c8000s |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 6600 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | Winner: Winner: 8000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 73 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 51 lbs | 280 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 10.6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal | 8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20 x 12 x 17 | 41 x 32 x 29 |
| 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% % | < 5% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke | Honda GX390 OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 4 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 6600 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | 8000 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 | 10.6 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 | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | true |
| UPC | 11675307585 | 840321737618 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 6600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2400 | 8000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.6 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 3x 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 |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 389 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.6 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection. |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil | Funnel, Battery, and Wheel Kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| 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 NorthStar c8000s is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding job sites, featuring a Honda GX390 OHV engine and Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise. |