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- DuroMax XP5500HX
- Firman W03381
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| Specification | DuroMax XP5500HX | Firman W03381 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | 3300 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | 3650 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 69 dB | Winner: Winner: 58 dB |
| Weight | 128 lbs | Winner: Winner: 87 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | 10 h |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 1.8 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23 x 25 x 22 | 23.2 x 17.8 x 17.9 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 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 | 193 cc Firman Max-Pro Series OHV 4-Stroke, Cast Iron Sleeve |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 5 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4500 W | 3300 W |
| Starting watts | 5500 W | 3650 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 19 h | 10 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4275 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 5225 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 | 8 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Not available | Floating |
| UPC | 811640016203 | 840876133811 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 3300 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 4275 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 3650 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 5225 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 19 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 15 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 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 | 210 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-Stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 210 | 193 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Cast iron sleeve |
| Alternator Winding Material | Copper windings | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 19 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil |
| Included Accessories | Funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and battery charging cables |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 5 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The DuroMax XP5500HX is a 4,500-watt dual-fuel generator built for homeowners, job sites, and outdoor events. Running on either gasoline or propane, it delivers 5,500 peak watts at startup, enough to power refrigerators, air conditioning units, power tools, and multiple devices simultaneously. The dual-fuel design eliminates fuel sourcing constraints. At 25% load on gasoline, the unit runs for 19 hours before refueling, stretching a single tank across an entire workday or overnight camping trip. This runtime advantage makes it practical for extended outages or remote projects where frequent refueling would interrupt operations. | The Firman W03381 is a 3300-watt inverter generator built around a 193cc OHV 4-stroke engine with a cast iron sleeve. This wattage puts it in the mid-range portable segment, capable of powering a refrigerator, microwave, and several household circuits simultaneously, or running a single large tool on a job site. The 3650-watt starting capacity handles the inrush demand of compressors and air conditioning units. Because the W03381 runs on gasoline with a 1.8-gallon tank, users will find a 10-hour runtime at 25% load, which translates to roughly 2.5 hours of continuous full-load operation before refueling becomes necessary. The inverter topology and 3% THD output mean sensitive electronics like laptops, phones, and televisions receive stable, clean power without risk of damage. At 58 decibels, this generator operates at a volume comparable to normal conversation, making it suitable for residential neighborhoods and RV parks where noise restrictions apply. |
- Most PowerfulDuroMax XP5500HX4500W running
- QuietestFirman W0338158 dB
- Longest RuntimeDuroMax XP5500HX9h at 50% load
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