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| Specification | ECHO EGi-4000 | Powerhorse 2500i |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3400 W | 1800 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 4000 W | 2500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 67 dB | Winner: Winner: 62 dB |
| Weight | 86 lbs | Winner: Winner: 48.3 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 10.5 h |
| Fuel tank | 3.3 gal | 1.2 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 27 x 18.8 x 24 | 20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | 3 % |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 212 cc OHV 4-stroke | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3400 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 4000 W | 2500 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 | 9.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 10.5 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | CARB | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 743184017579 | 840321763969 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3400 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4000 | 2500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 9.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R)1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 80 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 212 | 80 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 10.5 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 9.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Wheel kit | Funnel and tool kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The ECHO EGi-4000 is a 3,400-watt inverter generator built around a 212 cc OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage class handles essential household appliances during outages, job site tools, and RV systems. The 4,000-watt peak capacity means it can start larger equipment like air compressors or circular saws without stalling. Because the unit runs on gasoline with a 3.3-gallon tank, users will find refueling cycles manageable for weekend trips or short-term backup scenarios.
The inverter technology protects laptops, phones, and other sensitive electronics from power fluctuations. A 10-hour runtime at 50% load means users can operate mid-range loads like a refrigerator or power tools for most of a workday without refueling. The 86-pound weight and included wheel kit make it movable for one person, though not effortless. | The Powerhorse 2500i is a portable inverter generator delivering 2,500 surge watts and 1,800 rated watts, featuring a quiet 52dB operation, CO shutdown function, and parallel-ready design for increased power needs. |