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| Specification | Generac #8947 iQ5200DF | Predator 73422 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Dual-Fuel | Gasoline |
| Inverter | Yes | Yes |
| Parallel capable | Yes | Yes |
| RV ready | No | No |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 3900 W | 2000 W |
| Starting watts | Winner: Winner: 5200 W | 2500 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | 0 dB | Winner: Winner: 58 dB |
| Weight | 107 lbs | Winner: Winner: 46 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 9 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h | 9 h |
| Fuel tank | 3.2 gal | Not available |
| Fuel gauge | No | No |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 24.6 x 20.3 x 22.5 | 20.375 x 11.625 x 19.125 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120 | 120V |
| Voltage (DC) | 5 | Not available |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | No |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | No |
| THD | <3% % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 223 cc OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil, Electric | Not available |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3900 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 5200 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 | 9 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 15 h | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 3500 W | Not available |
| Starting watts | 4700 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 | 11 h | Not available |
| Run time @25% load | 20 h | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | Not available |
| Compliance | CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | Not available |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | No |
| Neutral | true | Not available |
| UPC | 696471104509 | Not available |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 3900 | Not available |
| Running Watts (Propane) | 3500 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5200 | Not available |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | 4700 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 11 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Propane) | 20 | Not available |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R) | Not available |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | Not available |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 223 | 98 |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 / SAE 30 | Not available |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 25% Load (Gasoline) | 15 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 9 | Not available |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | 11 | Not available |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring | Not available |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery | Not available |
| Included Accessories | Oil, funnel, tool kit, propane hose, and battery | Not available |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | 8947, 8945 | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Generac iQ5200DF is a 3,900-watt dual-fuel inverter generator that bridges emergency home backup and recreational use. At this output level, it powers essential circuits like refrigerators, sump pumps, and window air conditioners simultaneously, but not a full house or central HVAC. The dual-fuel design lets owners switch between gasoline and propane based on availability, a genuine advantage when supply chains break down during extended outages. Because the iQ5200DF produces electronically regulated current with less than 3% THD, laptops, flat-screen TVs, CPAP machines, and smart home devices run safely without voltage-related risk. | The Predator 73422 is a gasoline-powered generator rated for 2000 running watts with 2500 starting watts. That combination sets it up to handle steady electrical loads while also giving extra headroom for devices that draw more power when they first switch on. |
