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- Ford FG4050P
- Powermate PM4500E
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| Specification | Ford FG4050P | Powermate PM4500E |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | 3000 W | Winner: Winner: 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 4050 W | Winner: Winner: 4500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 76 dB | 0 dB |
| Weight | Winner: Winner: 108.7 lbs | 114 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | 11 h | Winner: Winner: 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 20 h |
| Fuel tank | 4 gal | 5 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 28 x 26 x 22 | 26.3 x 22.9 x 21.6 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | No | Yes |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Ducar OHV 4-stroke, 208 cc | 224 cc Generac OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil, Electric |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3000 W | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | 4050 W | 4500 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 | 11 h | 14 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | 20 h |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Bonded to frame. |
| UPC | 819699011606 | 696471080353 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3000 | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 4050 | 4500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 14 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 20 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Ducar OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 208 | 224 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | Not available | 20 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 11 | 14 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | No | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and wheel kit | Oil, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Commercial Warranty | Not available | 3 |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Ford FG4050P is a 3000-watt gasoline generator built on a 208cc Ducar OHV 4-stroke engine. This wattage handles essential household appliances, power tools, and small job site equipment simultaneously. The 4050-watt peak output absorbs the startup surge of refrigerators, air compressors, and well pumps without stalling. At 108.7 pounds with an included wheel kit, the unit sits at the threshold where portability requires planning. A single person can move it short distances, but sustained transport benefits from a second set of hands or a vehicle. | The Powermate PM4500E is a portable generator offering 4500 starting watts and 3600 running watts, featuring an electric start and a 224cc Generac OHV engine, suitable for various applications. |
- Most PowerfulPowermate PM4500E3600W running
- QuietestFord FG4050P76 dB
- Longest RuntimePowermate PM4500E14h at 50% load
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