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  • NorthStar c5500
  • VEVOR GF5000E-A2
  • Model c5500
    Model c5500

    NorthStar 4,500W Gas Generator

    4500W
    Running
    70 dB
    Noise
    View details
  • Model GF5000E-A2
    Model GF5000E-A2

    VEVOR 3,600W Dual-Fuel Generator

    3600W
    Running
    0 dB
    Noise
    View details
Quick charts
Each chart uses its own Y-axis scale (so numbers are comparable within a chart).
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
SpecificationNorthStar c5500VEVOR GF5000E-A2
General
Product type
Generator
Generator
Fuel
Gasoline
Dual-Fuel
InverterNoNo
Parallel capableNoNo
RV readyNoNo
Running watts
Winner: Winner: 4500 W
3600 W
Starting watts
Winner: Winner: 5500 W
4650 W
Noise (lower limit)
Winner: Winner: 70 dB
0 dB
Weight
227 lbs
Winner: Winner: 122.4 lbs
Run time @50% load
Winner: Winner: 15.1 h
10.5 h
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
Fuel tank
8 gal
4.1 gal
Fuel gaugeYesYes
Approx. dimensions (L × W × H)
41 x 32 x 29
25.3 x 23.8 x 20.7
Electrical
Voltage (AC)
120/240
120
Voltage (DC)
Not available—
Not available—
GFCI outletsYesNo
Covered outletsYesNo
Automatic Voltage RegulationYesYes
THD
5 %
0 %
Engine
Engine
270 cc Honda GX270 OHV 4-stroke
Four-Stroke
Alternator
Not available—
Not available—
Starting system
true
Not available—
Warranty
Warranty
4 years
0 years
Power by fuel
GasolineNot available—Not available—
Running watts
4500 W
3600 W
Starting watts
5500 W
4650 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
15.1 h
Not available—
Run time @25% load
Not available—
Not available—
PropaneNot available—Not available—
Running watts
Not available—
3300 W
Starting watts
Not available—
4130 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—
Not available—
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 arrestorYesNo
Neutral
true
Not available—
UPC
840321737519
Not available—
Core / High-priority specs
Generator Type
Not available—
Generator
Running Watts (Gasoline)
4500
3600
Running Watts (Propane)
Not available—
3300
Starting Watts (Gasoline)
5500
4650
Starting Watts (Propane)
Not available—
4130
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
15.1
Not available—
AC Outlet Types
3x Duplex 120V 20A (5-20R) GFCI1x 120/240V 30A (L14-30R)
Not available—
Electrical & power
Frequency
60
Not available—
Engine & construction
Engine Type
OHV 4-stroke
Four-Stroke
Engine Displacement
270
224
Runtime & fuel system
Runtime @ 50% Load (Gasoline)
15.1
Not available—
Outlets & connections
Transfer Switch ReadyNoNo
Safety & compliance
Overload Protection System
Low oil and overload protection
Not available—
Low Oil ProtectionYesNo
Carbon Monoxide MonitoringYesYes
Included equipment
Included Accessories
Funnel and wheel kit
Not available—
Warranty & identification
Commercial Warranty
4
Not available—
Part Number
1654400
GF5000E-A2
Additional specs
Summary
The NorthStar c5500 is a commercial-grade portable generator designed for demanding job sites, featuring a Honda GX270 OHV engine and Quiet Armor Technology for reduced noise levels.
The VEVOR GF5000E-A2 is a dual-fuel generator with 3600 rated watts and 4650 peak watts.
  • Most Powerful
    NorthStar c5500
    4500W running
  • Quietest
    NorthStar c5500
    70 dB
  • Longest Runtime
    NorthStar c5500
    15.1h at 50% load
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