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- Cat RP6500 E
- VEVOR GF9700E-A2
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| Specification | Cat RP6500 E | VEVOR GF9700E-A2 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 6500 W | Winner: Winner: 7000 W |
| Starting watts | 8125 W | Winner: Winner: 9625 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 202 lbs | Winner: Winner: 185.2 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 12 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.9 gal | 8.7 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 | Not available |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | 0 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 0 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6500 W | 7000 W |
| Starting watts | 8125 W | 9625 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 | 12 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | Not available |
| Starting watts | Not available | 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 | Not available | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | Not available |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 815683020067 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Generator Type | Not available | Generator |
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6500 | 7000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8125 | 9625 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | Not available |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | Not available |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 30 or 10W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | Not available |
| Outlets & connections | ||
| Transfer Switch Ready | No | No |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery, and wheel kit | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | 502-3688 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Cat RP6500 E is a 6500-watt gasoline generator built for residential backup and light commercial work. Its 8125-watt peak capacity means it can start large tools and appliances that draw high inrush current, then sustain 6500 watts of continuous power for multiple devices simultaneously. A 7.9-gallon fuel tank delivers 12 hours of runtime at 50% load, which translates to roughly one full workday or overnight backup without refueling. The gasoline engine is straightforward to maintain and refuel anywhere, making this unit practical for job sites, outdoor events, and emergency home power. | The VEVOR GF9700E-A2 is a gasoline-powered generator rated at 7,000 running watts. This output level positions it to run multiple household circuits simultaneously, power job site tools, or serve as backup for a mid-sized home during an outage. The 9,625 peak wattage gives it headroom to start high-inrush appliances like air compressors and refrigeration units without stalling.
With an 8.7 gallon fuel tank, the generator holds enough gasoline for extended operating sessions. The large tank capacity means fewer refueling interruptions during extended use, a practical advantage for remote job sites or emergency backup scenarios where frequent fuel runs are inconvenient. |
- Most PowerfulVEVOR GF9700E-A27000W running
- QuietestdB
- Longest RuntimeCat RP6500 E12h at 50% load
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