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  • Honda EG4000CL
  • Sportsman GEN4000
  • Model EG4000CL
    Model EG4000CL

    Honda 3,500W Gas Generator

    3500W
    Running
    66 dB
    Noise
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  • Model GEN4000
    Model GEN4000

    Sportsman 3,500W Gas Generator

    3500W
    Running
    69 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
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Running watts
W
Starting watts
W
Noise
dB
Runtime @50%
h
Running watts by fuel
Shows how output changes across gasoline/propane/natural gas (when available).
Generator Specifications Comparison
SpecificationHonda EG4000CLSportsman GEN4000
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Gasoline
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoYes
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 3500 W
Winner: Winner: 3500 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 4000 W
Winner: Winner: 4000 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 66 dB
69 dB
Weight
146.4 lbs
Winner: Winner: 91 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 14.8 h
10 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
Fuel tank
6.3 gal
3.6 gal
Fuel gaugeYesNo
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
26.8 x 20.9 x 22.5
23 x 19.5 x 17.5
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available
12
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
Not available
Not available
Engine
Engine
Honda GX270 OHV 4-stroke, cast iron sleeve
212 cc OHV 4-stroke
Alternator
Not available
Not available
Starting system
Recoil
Recoil
Warranty
Warranty
3 years
1 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot availableNot available
Running watts
3500 W
3500 W
Starting watts
4000 W
4000 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
14.8 h
10 h
Run time @25% load
Not available
Not available
Other
Data center
Not available
Not available
Indicators
false
false
Compliance
CARB, EPA, ANSI/PGMA G300-2023
EPA
Security
Not available
Not available
Spark arrestorYesNo
Neutral
Not available
Not available
UPC
786102007405
27077801187
Core / High-priority specs
Running Watts (Gasoline)
3500
3500
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
4000
4000
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
14.8
10
AC Outlet Types
2x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI; 1x 120V 30A (L5-30R); 1x 120/240V 20A (L14-20R)
2x 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
OHV 4-stroke
Engine Displacement
270
212
Cylinder Sleeve
cast iron sleeve
Not available
Engine Oil Type
Not available
SAE10W-30
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
14.8
10
Controls & display
Display Type
Not available
Voltmeter
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection, CO monitoring
Low oil and overload protection
Low Oil ProtectionYesYes
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesNo
Included equipment
Starting Components
Not available
Recoil
Included Accessories
No
Tool kit and battery charging cables
Warranty & identification
Part Number
Not available
806724
Additional specs
Summary
The Honda EG4000CL is a 4000-watt generator equipped with a CO-MINDER™ system, offering economic and portable power with a long run time of up to 14.8 hours.
The Sportsman GEN4000 is a gasoline-powered portable generator delivering 4000 surge watts and 3500 running watts, suitable for RVs, household appliances, and power tools.
  • Most Powerful
    Honda EG4000CL
    3500W running
  • Quietest
    Honda EG4000CL
    66 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    Honda EG4000CL
    14.8h at 50% load
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