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| Specification | Firman W03082 | Pulsar PGD40iSCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | Yes | Yes |
| Running watts | 3000 W | Winner: Winner: 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 3300 W | Winner: Winner: 4000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 58 dB | 59 dB |
| Weight | 90 lbs | Winner: Winner: 46 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Not available | Winner: Winner: 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 9 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 1.8 gal | 1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | No | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 23.2 x 17.8 x 17.9 | 18.9 x 11.4 x 17.3 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120V 60 Hz | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | 12V | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | <3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 171 cc Firman Max-Pro Series OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 145 cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 W | 3200 W |
| Starting watts | 3300 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 | Not available | 4.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 9 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 | Floating | Floating |
| UPC | 840876130827 | 814726027674 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 3200 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 3300 | 4000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 4.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-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 | 171 | 145 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | Not available | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 4.5 |
| 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 | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, battery charger, battery charging cables, and battery | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Firman W03082 is a 3000-watt inverter generator built around a 171cc OHV 4-stroke engine. At this wattage, it can power most household appliances simultaneously: a refrigerator (600W), microwave (1000W), and several lights and chargers without strain. The 3300-watt peak handles motor startup surges for tools like circular saws or air compressors. Because it runs on gasoline with a 1.8-gallon tank, refueling happens frequently at higher loads, but the 9-hour runtime at 25% load means light-duty camping or backup power runs through a full day without interruption. The inverter topology keeps total harmonic distortion below 3%, which means laptops, phones, and sensitive medical equipment charge safely without risk of damage from dirty power. | The Pulsar PGD40iSCO is a 4,000-watt inverter generator featuring a 145cc OHV air-cooled engine, providing 3,200 running watts and 4,000 peak watts. It operates quietly at 59 dB and offers up to 4.5 hours of runtime at half load. Equipped with CO Sentry for carbon monoxide detection, it ensures safety during operation. |
