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| Specification | Firman P06701 | Generac #8150 GP5500E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 6700 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 8350 W | 6875 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 74 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 178 lbs | Winner: Winner: 163 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 12 h | 10.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 13.4 h |
| Fuel tank | 8 gal | 5.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28.4 x 27.5 x 26.8 | 30 x 27 x 25 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240V 60 Hz | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 389 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Generac OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 6700 W | 5500 W |
| Starting watts | 8350 W | 6875 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 | 10.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | true | false |
| Compliance | EPA | CARB, EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | true |
| UPC | 840876167014 | 696471104639 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 6700 | 5500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 8350 | 6875 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | 10.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 298 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 5W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 12 | 10.5 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Yes |
| Starting Components | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, cover, and wheel kit | Oil, Funnel, Tool Kit, Battery, and Wheel Kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 2 |
| Part Number | Not available | 8150 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Firman P06701 is a 6700-watt gasoline generator built around a 389cc OHV 4-stroke engine with a cast iron sleeve. This wattage class powers essential home appliances, job site tools, and outdoor event equipment simultaneously. The 8-gallon fuel tank stretches runtime to 12 hours at half load, meaning users refuel once per day under moderate use rather than every few hours. At 74 decibels, the noise level matches a vacuum cleaner, loud enough to require distance from neighbors but typical for this power class. The recoil starting system is mechanically simple and reliable, though it demands physical effort on cold mornings or after storage. | The Generac GP5500E is a 5,500 watt gasoline generator built to power whole house essentials during outages or on job sites. Its 6,875 starting watts handle motor driven appliances like well pumps and air conditioners that demand heavy inrush current. For homeowners and contractors who want reliable backup without crossing into stationary generator territory, the GP5500E delivers meaningful output with the refueling simplicity of gasoline. |
