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- Generac #8150 GP5500E
- WEN GN6000
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| Specification | Generac #8150 GP5500E | WEN GN6000 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Inverter | No | No |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 5500 W | 5000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 6875 W | 6000 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Not available |
| Weight | 163 lbs | Winner: Winner: 119 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | 13.4 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 5.4 gal | 3.4 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 30 x 27 x 25 | 23.2 x 16.9 x 17.2 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120V / 240V |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | Not available | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Generac OHV 4-stroke | OHV 4-stroke 272cc |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 5500 W | 5000 W |
| Starting watts | 6875 W | 6000 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 | 10.5 h | 7.5 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | Not available |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 696471104639 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 5500 | 5000 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 6875 | 6000 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 7.5 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | Two 5-20R, one TT-30R, one L14-30R |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | 4 stroke, OHV, Single Cylinder |
| Engine Displacement | 298 | 272 |
| Engine Oil Type | 5W-30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 7.5 |
| Controls & display | ||
| Display Type | Not available | Digital readout |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | No |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | No |
| Included equipment | ||
| Mobility Components | Yes | Wheel and handle kit |
| Starting Components | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Documentation | Not available | https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0012/0350/3168/files/GN6000.manual.20210125.pdf?v=1612800524 |
| Included Accessories | Oil, Funnel, Tool Kit, Battery, and Wheel Kit | Wheel and handle kit |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Residential Warranty | Not available | 2 |
| Commercial Warranty | 2 | Not available |
| Part Number | 8150 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Generac GP5500E is a 5,500 watt gasoline generator built to power whole house essentials during outages or on job sites. Its 6,875 starting watts handle motor driven appliances like well pumps and air conditioners that demand heavy inrush current. For homeowners and contractors who want reliable backup without crossing into stationary generator territory, the GP5500E delivers meaningful output with the refueling simplicity of gasoline. | The WEN GN6000 is a gasoline-powered generator with 5000 rated watts and 6000 peak watts. |
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