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- Generac #7715 GP8000E
- WEN GN9500X
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| Specification | Generac #7715 GP8000E | WEN GN9500X |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 8000 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 10000 W | 9500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 72 dB |
| Weight | 198 lbs | Winner: Winner: 194 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 7.9 gal | 6 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 27.2 x 27 x 26.5 | 27.3 x 20.8 x 22.2 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120/240 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Generac OHV 4-stroke, 420 cc | 420 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 8000 W | 7500 W |
| Starting watts | 10000 W | 9500 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 | 10 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | false |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | Bonded to frame | Floating |
| UPC | 696471086225 | 44459950011 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 8000 | 7500 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 10000 | 9500 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 7.5 |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | Not available | OHV 4-stroke |
| Engine Displacement | 420 | 420 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 / SAE 30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10 | 7.5 |
| 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 | ||
| Mobility Components | Not available | Yes |
| Starting Components | Oil, battery, and wheel kit | Recoil, Electric, Remote |
| Included Accessories | Oil, battery, and wheel kit | Tool kit, key fob, battery, and wheel kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Commercial Warranty | 3 | Not available |
| Part Number | 7715, 7686 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | 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. | The WEN GN9500X is a 9500-watt portable generator equipped with a 420cc 4-stroke engine, remote electric start, and a CO shutdown sensor, designed to provide reliable power during outages and for RV use. |
- Most PowerfulGenerac #7715 GP8000E8000W running
- QuietestWEN GN9500X72 dB
- Longest RuntimeGenerac #7715 GP8000E10h at 50% load
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