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| Specification | ECHO EG-3500 | Pulsar PGD105TiSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Tri-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 2800 W | Winner: Winner: 8500 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | Winner: Winner: 10500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 72 dB | Winner: Winner: 62 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 110 lbs | 246.9 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 6.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 25 x 24.5 x 21.5 | 31.4 x 22.8 x 29.4 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 5 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 458 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 2800 W | 8500 W |
| Starting watts | 3500 W | 10500 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 | 9 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Natural gas | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 6800 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 8400 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 9500 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 | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | Not available | true |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | true |
| UPC | 743184017586 | 814726028121 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 2800 | 8500 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 8000 |
| Running Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 6800 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3500 | 10500 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 9500 |
| Starting Watts (Natural Gas) | Not available | 8400 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 9 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 458 |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 9 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Wheel kit | Oil, tool kit, key fob, natural gas hose with NPT adapter, propane hose, and battery |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The ECHO EG-3500 is a 2,800-watt gasoline generator built around a 212 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. At this wattage, it handles essential household loads like refrigerators, sump pumps, and power tools, but cannot run a central air conditioner or multiple high-demand appliances simultaneously. The 3,500-watt peak output gives it a brief surge capacity for motor startup, which matters when powering devices with inrush current demands. ECHO positions this unit for homeowners managing short outages, campers needing overnight power, and contractors powering hand tools on job sites where grid access is unavailable. | The Pulsar PGD105TiSCO is a 10,500-watt peak inverter generator that operates on tri-fuel options including gasoline, propane, and natural gas. It features a 458cc OHV engine, multiple starting methods, and is suitable for residential, outdoor, and work applications. |
