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- Ford FG11050PBECO
- Generac #7715 GP8000E
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| Specification | Ford FG11050PBECO | Generac #7715 GP8000E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | Yes | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 9000 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 11050 W | 10000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 78 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | 209 lbs | Winner: Winner: 198 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 9.5 h | Winner: Winner: 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 15 h |
| Fuel tank | 6.6 gal | 7.9 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 29.3 x 25 | 27.2 x 27 x 26.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 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 | Ducar OHV 4-stroke | Generac OHV 4-stroke, 420 cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 9000 W | 8000 W |
| Starting watts | 11050 W | 10000 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 | 9.5 h | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 15 h |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8100 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 10500 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 | 8 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Bonded to frame |
| UPC | 814726027490 | 696471086225 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 9000 | 8000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 8100 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 11050 | 10000 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 10500 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.5 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 15 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 50A (14-50R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Ducar OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 457 | 420 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W30 | 10W-30 / SAE 30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 15 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9.5 | 10 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 8 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, battery, and wheel kit |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, battery, and wheel kit | Oil, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | 3 |
| Part Number | Not available | 7715, 7686 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Ford FG11050PBECO is a 9,000-watt dual-fuel generator built for users who need sustained power across multiple fuel sources. On gasoline, it delivers 9,000 running watts and 11,050 peak watts. Switch to propane and it drops to 8,100 running watts and 10,500 peak watts. This wattage range handles most household circuits, job site tools, and RV appliances simultaneously, though not a whole-home backup without selective load management. The 6.6-gallon tank stretches runtime to 9.5 hours on gasoline at half load, reducing refueling frequency during extended outages or events. Dual fuel means you're not trapped by a single supply chain. At 78 dB, the noise level sits in the moderate range, manageable for most neighborhoods but not silent. The real trade-off is weight: at 209 pounds, this unit demands wheels or multiple people to move. | The Generac GP8000E is an 8,000-watt gasoline generator built for homeowners and contractors needing whole-house backup power or serious job site output. With 10,000 starting watts, it can handle the initial surge of air conditioners, well pumps, and power tools while running smaller loads continuously. The 7.9-gallon fuel tank delivers 15 hours at 25% load, meaning users can power essential devices through an entire night without refueling. |
- Most PowerfulFord FG11050PBECO9000W running
- QuietestFord FG11050PBECO78 dB
- Longest RuntimeGenerac #7715 GP8000E10h at 50% load
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