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- Honda EB5000X
- Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO
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| Specification | Honda EB5000X | Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Product type | Generator | Generator |
| Fuel | Gasoline | Dual-Fuel |
| Inverter | No | Yes |
| Parallel capable | No | No |
| RV ready | No | Yes |
| Running watts | Winner: Winner: 4500 W | 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 5000 W | Winner: Winner: 5250 W |
| Noise (lower limit) | Winner: Winner: 63 dB | 70 dB |
| Weight | 210.8 lbs | Winner: Winner: 64 lbs |
| Run time @50% load | Winner: Winner: 10.5 h | 6 h |
| Run time @25% load | 10.5 h | Not available |
| Fuel tank | 6.2 gal | 2.1 gal |
| Fuel gauge | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. dimensions (L × W × H) | 41.1 x 27.8 x 30.4 | 17.5 x 14.9 x 19.5 |
| Electrical | ||
| Voltage (AC) | 120/240 | 120 |
| Voltage (DC) | Not available | 12 |
| GFCI outlets | Yes | No |
| Covered outlets | Yes | Yes |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation | Yes | Yes |
| THD | 10 % | Not available |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda iGX390 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | 223 cc OHV 4-stroke |
| Alternator | Not available | Not available |
| Starting system | Recoil | Recoil |
| Warranty | ||
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |
| Power by fuel | ||
| Gasoline | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | 4500 W | 4000 W |
| Starting watts | 5000 W | 5250 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 | 6 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Propane | Not available | Not available |
| Running watts | Not available | 3600 W |
| Starting watts | Not available | 4700 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 | Not available | 10 h |
| Run time @25% load | Not available | Not available |
| Other | ||
| Data center | Not available | Not available |
| Indicators | false | true |
| Compliance | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 | EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023 |
| Security | Not available | Not available |
| Spark arrestor | Yes | Yes |
| Neutral | true | true |
| UPC | 786102007368 | 814726029852 |
| Core / High-priority specs | ||
| Running Watts (Gasoline) | 4500 | 4000 |
| Running Watts (Propane) | Not available | 3600 |
| Starting Watts (Gasoline) | 5000 | 5250 |
| Starting Watts (Propane) | Not available | 4700 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 10 |
| AC Outlet Types | 2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R); 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R) | 1x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) 1x 120V 30A (TT-30R) |
| Electrical & power | ||
| Frequency | 60 | 60 |
| Engine & construction | ||
| Engine Type | OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Displacement | 389 | 223 |
| Cylinder Sleeve | Cast iron sleeve | Not available |
| Engine Oil Type | 10W-30 | 10W-30 |
| Runtime & fuel system | ||
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline) | 10.5 | 6 |
| Runtime @ 50% Load (Propane) | Not available | 10 |
| Safety & compliance | ||
| Overload Protection System | Not available | Low oil and overload protection |
| Low Oil Protection | Yes | Yes |
| Carbon Monoxide Monitoring | Yes | Yes |
| Included equipment | ||
| Starting Components | Not available | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose |
| Included Accessories | Wheel kit | Oil, funnel, tool kit, and propane hose |
| Warranty & identification | ||
| Part Number | EB5000XK3AN | Not available |
| Additional specs | ||
| Summary | The Honda EB5000X is a 4,500-watt gasoline generator built for job sites and extended outages. Its 389cc Honda engine delivers 5,000 peak watts with a 6.2-gallon tank that runs 10.5 hours at 50% load. The recoil-start design and GFCI outlets handle most household and light commercial loads without inverter complexity. | The Pulsar PGX5250BiXCO 5250W Dual Fuel Inverter Generator is a reliable power solution for emergency power, off-grid needs, RV trips, and jobsite use. With dual fuel capability, it operates on either gasoline or propane, giving you flexibility when fuel availability changes. Its advanced inverter technology delivers clean, stable electricity that’s safe for sensitive electronics such as laptops, mobile devices, and televisions. |
- Most PowerfulHonda EB5000X4500W running
- QuietestHonda EB5000X63 dB
- Longest RuntimeHonda EB5000X10.5h at 50% load
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