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| Specification | Briggs & Stratton 30758 P2400 PowerSmart | Powermate PM4500 |
|---|---|---|
| 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: 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 62 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 51 lbs | 105 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 19 h |
| Fuel tank | 1 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 20 x 12 x 17 | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | No | Yes |
| THD | < 3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 79 cc OHV 4-stroke | Generac OHV 4-stroke 224 cc |
| 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 | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 2400 W | 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 | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | 8 h | 19 h |
| 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 | 696471080346 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | Not available | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 2400 | 4500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 19 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV |
| Engine Displacement | 79 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 / SAE 30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 8 | 19 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 14 |
| 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 | Oil and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Part Number | 30758 | P0081200 |
| 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 Powermate PM4500 is a 4500-watt portable generator featuring COsense® Technology for carbon monoxide protection, a Generac® 224CC OHV Engine, and a 19-hour run time at 25% load. |