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| Specification | Cat RP5500 | Aceup Energy AI4500W |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Not available |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 6875 W | 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Not available |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 178 lbs | Not available |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 15 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 10 h |
| Fuel tank | 7.9 gal | 2.65 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 32.9 x 27.4 x 24.7 | Not available |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 300 cc OHV 4-stroke | 223cc 4-stroke OHV engine |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 6875 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 | 15 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 10 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA compliant |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | Not available | Not available |
| UPC | 815683020036 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6875 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 15 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI, 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | Two 120V AC 20A outlets and one 30A RV outlet |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 300 | 223 |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 30 or 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 15 | Not available |
| Controls & display | ||
| Idle Control System | Not available | Economic mode to save fuel |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit | Car charger adapter (two 5V USB ports) |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Part Number | 502-3686 | AI4500W |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Cat RP5500 is a 5500-watt gasoline generator built for homeowners, contractors, and outdoor enthusiasts who need reliable backup power without the complexity of larger units. This wattage tier handles most household circuits simultaneously, meaning you can run a refrigerator, well pump, and power tools at the same time, but not your entire home's air conditioning system. The 6875-watt peak capacity gives it the muscle to start high-inrush devices like compressors and sump pumps without stalling. Because the RP5500 runs on gasoline, fuel is available at any gas station, eliminating the supply chain friction of propane or diesel models. The 7.9-gallon tank paired with 15-hour runtime at half load means you refuel roughly once per day under typical use, not every few hours. | The Aceup Energy AI4500W is a gasoline-powered inverter generator with a rated wattage of 3600 and a peak wattage of 4500. It features recoil start and EPA compliance. |
