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- DuroMax XP4850HX
- Pulsar PG4000BiSRCO
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| Specification | DuroMax XP4850HX | Pulsar PG4000BiSRCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3850 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4850 W | 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 69 dB | Winner: Winner: 65 dB |
| Weight | 126 lbs | Winner: Winner: 54 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 23 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 1.6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23 x 25 x 22 | 21 x 11 x 19.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | No | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | ≤3% % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 141 cc OHV 4-stroke. |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3850 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 4850 W | 4000 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 | 10 h | 6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 23 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3650 W | 2800 W |
| Starting watts | 4600 W | 3600 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 | 9 h | 13.2 h |
| Run time @25% load | 18 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Floating. |
| UPC | 811640016197 | 814726028138 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3850 | 3200 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3650 | 2800 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4850 | 4000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4600 | 3600 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 9 | 13.2 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 23 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 18 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke. |
| Engine Displacement | 210 | 141 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Alternator Winding Material | Copper windings | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 23 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 9 | 13.2 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Yes | Not available |
| Starting Components | battery | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, tool kit, key fob, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 5 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroMax XP4850HX is a dual-fuel generator with a rated wattage of 3850 watts and a peak wattage of 4850 watts. It features both recoil and electric starting options. | The Pulsar PG4000BiSRCO is a versatile dual fuel inverter generator designed for both gasoline and propane use, delivering up to 4000 peak watts and 3200 running watts. It features remote and electric start options, is RV-ready, and includes CO Sentry technology for safety. |
- Most PowerfulDuroMax XP4850HX3850W running
- QuietestPulsar PG4000BiSRCO65 dB
- Longest RuntimeDuroMax XP4850HX10h at 50% load
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