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  • Firman WT05571
  • Powerhorse 2500i
  • Model WT05571
    Model WT05571

    Firman 5,500W Tri-Fuel Generator

    5500W
    Running
    67 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model 2500i
    Model 2500i

    Powerhorse 1,800W Gas Generator

    1800W
    Running
    62 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationFirman WT05571Powerhorse 2500i
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Tri-Fuel
Gasoline
InverterYesYes
Parallel capableYesYes
RV readyYesNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 5500 W
1800 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 6850 W
2500 W
Noise (lower limit)
67 dB
Winner: Winner: 62 dB
Weight
131.4 lbs
Winner: Winner: 48.3 lbs
Run time @50% load
Not available
Winner: Winner: 9.5 h
Run time @25% load
14.5 h
10.5 h
Fuel tank
5.3 gal
1.2 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
27.6 x 21.3 x 22.6
20.4 x 12.5 x 18.3
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
12
Not available
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesYes
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
3 %
3 %
Engine
Engine
322 cc OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve.
80 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil, Electric
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
2 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
5500 W
Not available
Starting watts
6850 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
Not available
9.5 h
Run time @25% load
14.5 h
10.5 h
Natural gasNot availableNot available
Running watts
4500 W
Not available
Starting watts
5500 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
Not available
Not available
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
PropaneNot availableNot available
Running watts
5000 W
Not available
Starting watts
6250 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
Not available
Not available
Run time @25% load
9.5 h
Not available
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
Not available
true
Compliance
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesYes
Neutral
Bonded to frame
Floating
UPC
840876155714
840321763969
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
5500
Not available
Running Watts (Propane)
5000
Not available
Running Watts (Natural Gas)
4500
Not available
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
6850
2500
Starting Watts (Propane)
6250
Not available
Starting Watts (Natural Gas)
5500
Not available
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
9.5
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
14.5
10.5
Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane)
9.5
Not available
AC Outlet Types
1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R)
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
322
80
Cylinder Sleeve
cast iron sleeve
Not available
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline)
14.5
10.5
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
Not available
9.5
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Starting Components
Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery
Not available
Included Accessories
Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery
Funnel and tool kit
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
3
2
Additional specs
Summary
The Firman WT05571 is a 5,500-watt tri-fuel generator that runs on gasoline, propane, or natural gas. On gasoline, it delivers 6,850 starting watts and 5,500 running watts, enough to power a full home electrical panel during an outage or run multiple job site tools simultaneously. On propane, output drops to 6,250 starting and 5,000 running watts. On natural gas, it falls to 5,500 starting and 4,500 running watts. This fuel flexibility means users can switch between sources based on availability, cost, or storage preference without buying multiple generators. The tri-fuel capability makes this unit valuable for homeowners in regions with natural gas infrastructure, RV owners who can refill propane at any campground, and contractors who need to adapt to job site fuel availability. The 3 percent THD rating protects laptops, televisions, and other sensitive electronics from voltage spikes that damage circuits. At 67 decibels, the noise level sits between a typical conversation and heavy traffic, making it suitable for residential neighborhoods but audible enough that neighbors will know it is running.
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.
  • Most Powerful
    Firman WT05571
    5500W running
  • Quietest
    Powerhorse 2500i
    62 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Powerhorse 2500i
    9.5h at 50% load
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